In this season, we're focusing on Chicago founders who are building right here in the city. I'm your host, Cecilia Benitez, and together we'll hear the stories behind the startups, explore the real challenges of building in Chicago, and uncover what drives these founders to keep going.

Season 4 kicks off with a powerful conversation featuring Jill Miller, Founder and CEO of Lunum, a platform helping companies make smarter, people-centered decisions to boost performance.

After witnessing firsthand the lack of diversity in America's industrial sectors, Jill made it her mission to build something different. From automating factory floors to launching a purpose-driven startup, her journey is one of grit, clarity, and vision.

In this candid and inspiring episode, Jill opens up about:

Navigating bias as a female founder in the Chicago startup ecosystemThe real value of authentic networkingThe disconnect between coaching and venture capitalThe emotional weight of entrepreneurshipWhy mental health and well-being should be part of every founder’s strategy

Connect with Jill:

Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanlafler/ 

Lunum Website:  https://lunum.io/

Jill's Podcast: https://spondylitis.org/podcasts/

Connect with Chicago Techies Podcast:

Website: https://chicagotechiespodcast.com   

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chicago-techies-podcast

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicagotechies 

Connect with Ceci:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbenitez87/ 

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/cbenitez_87