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William Blair returns as sponsor of Intelligentsia Cup

Posted on July 18, 2019July 18, 2019

Intelligentsia Cup – William Blair Grand Prix

The William Blair Grand Prix at Goose Island Beer Co. serves as finale of 10-day racing series

Premier global financial services firm William Blair is returning as a sponsor of the Intelligentsia Cup, a 10-day pro/amateur bicycle racing series in and around Chicago. The William Blair Grand Prix at Goose Island Beer Co. on July 28 is the culminating event of the series, with a criterium located in the popular Fulton St neighborhood near the company’s headquarters on Chicago’s near-west side.

In addition to the title sponsorship of the series, William Blair is also returning as the name sponsor of the elite Masters 35+ 1/2/3 race category.

As the premier global boutique with expertise in investment banking, investment management, and private wealth management, William Blair supports the series as both a venue and category sponsor.

“We are thrilled to have William Blair continue as a featured sponsor of the Intelligentsia Cup,” said managing partner Tom Schuler. “They recognize the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle that cycling, in all its forms provides, while also enjoying the benefits of our events that showcases some of the best bike racers in the country and from around the world.”

“We are proud to again be part of this amazing event in our hometown,” said Ryan DeVore, head of William Blair’s private wealth management group. “It has become a summer tradition here, and we wish all participants the best of luck.”

Science in Sport named official energy gel of 2019 Intelligentsia Cup

Posted on May 16, 2019

Science in Sport®, a British-based sports nutrition company, will be the official energy gel of the 2019 Intelligentsia Cup, as well as sponsor of the category 3/4 open race over the course of the ten-day series.

Science in Sport is currently the official sports nutrition partner for USA Cycling, Team Ineos, British Cycling, Cycling Australia and the To Be Determined amateur racing team that annually competes in the Intelligentsia Cup, calling the series “one of the best race series in America.”

The GO Isotonic Energy Gel range delivers an easily digestible and quick supply of carbohydrates that endurance athletes need for energy during training and competition. The Isotonic formula is designed to be consumed without water, avoiding dilution of the gel and providing fast energy.

“We’re excited to be the official Energy Gel partner of the Intelligentsia Cup and to help fuel athletes at such a great event” said Tom Santangelo, General Manager for Science in Sport. “Our mission is to provide world class sports nutrition to every athlete across the country and our new partnership with this flagship event helps us on this journey.”

Science in Sport is the presenting sponsor of the category 3/4 open race for the series, including a custom designed Pactimo winner’s jersey presented each day on the podium.

“Science in Sport is a natural fit for the Intelligentsia Cup,” said series partner and former pro cyclist Tom Schuler. “Our competitors are some of the top athletes in the sport of cycling and demand the best products, especially when it comes to nutrition.”

In addition, Science in Sport will be sampling the GO Isotonic Energy Gel range at the Intelligentsia Cup for competitors and spectators interested in learning more about the product and why Science in Sport is the number one endurance nutrition brand.

Intelligentsia Coffee renews title sponsorship of Intelligentsia Cup for sixth year

Posted on April 24, 2019

Intelligentsia Coffee will continue as the title sponsor of the Intelligentsia Cup bicycle racing event, a ten-day omnium race series around Chicagoland during mid-July and one of the biggest race series in the country. This is the third time Intelligentsia Coffee has renewed its entitlement support of the series and of American bike racing.

“Coffee and cycling go hand-in-hand and the Intelligentsia Cup is a great way of highlighting that symbiosis,” said Intelligentsia Coffee president and CEO James McLaughlin. “We especially enjoy this partnership as a way to give back to the cycling community.

“Our goal of offering exceptional coffee and tea aligns with the quality of the series events, both in terms of the racing experience as well as the way it engages our community with a message of health and wellness through activity.

Beginning as the Prairie State Cycling Series in 2012, Intelligentsia Coffee joined a year later, renaming the series as well as expanding the event to seven race venues. Now with ten continuous days of racing in both Chicago and surrounding suburbs, the eighth year of the series will feature eight criteriums and two road races, including the Illinois State Road Racing Championships for the fifth time.

Racers from 38 states and 12 foreign countries participated in the 2018 series, with more than 4500 total entries from beginners and juniors to elite and professional women and men.

“Our partnership with Intelligentsia Coffee is a key part of our goal to become the biggest cycling race series in the country,” said series partner and former Olympian Tom Schuler. “Intelligentsia’s long-term commitment to supporting high-level bicycle racing is what makes our series the quality event that it is.”

Registration for the series is open with an early registration discount program running until May 1.

Just BARE® Supports 2018 Intelligentsia Cup Series

Posted on July 10, 2018

Pilgrim’s is announcing that Just BARE chicken, its brand committed to providing good food for more people, is teaming up with the 2018 Intelligentsia Cup Series to extend its commitment and mission beyond the dinner table.

Just BARE is proud to sponsor the category 2/3 women’s race, which is one of three women’s category races offered in the 2018 Intelligentsia Cup Series. We are inspired by individuals and organizations who champion an active and healthy lifestyle through passion and perseverance – much like the women of the Intelligentsia Cup Series. We understand nutrition plays an important role in an athlete’s routine, and Just BARE chicken provides the low-fat, high-protein nutrition necessary to maintain a balanced diet and improve human health, leading to optimum race performance.

“Our partnership with Just BARE was an easy choice as they’re passionate about fueling the healthy lifestyles of athletes with great products. We thank them for helping us grow and supporting our category 2/3 women’s race”, said Tom Schuler, managing partner, Intelligentsia Cup.

Goodness is what you feel after a long bike ride. It’s what drives you to seek out and create healthy food. That’s why we’re committed to delivering more goodness to more people, at the highest level possible. “Just BARE is proud to support the Intelligentsia Cup Series,” said Laston Charriez, Chief Marketing Officer, Pilgrim’s.

“We love that these athletes exude goodness on and off the road. Like them, we are committed to a lifestyle grounded in health, wellness and integrity. Just BARE is proud to fuel the women of the 2018 category 2/3 race as they pave the way to being the best.”

Now in its seventh year, the Intelligentsia Cup is among the largest bike race events in the country, with participants from all over the country and around the world. We at Just BARE, look forward to being a part of the 2018 Intelligentsia Cup Series and invite you to join us in the Lifestyle Expo area of select races to sample our great products.

You can also find our delicious fresh products at Mariano’s locations throughout the Chicagoland area. To learn more about Just BARE and find great recipes to fuel your healthy lifestyle, visit justbarechicken.com or find us on social media via @JustBAREChicken. You can also check out intelligentsiacup.com to learn more about how the team is preparing for the race.

William Blair sponsors final venue and masters 1/2/3 category for 2018 series

Posted on June 20, 2018

William Blair Grand Prix at Goose Island Beer Co. will be the finale for the 2018 series

The final race of the 10-day Intelligentsia Cup will be named the William Blair Grand Prix and end at the Goose Island Beer Co. located in Chicago’s near-west side.

As a premier global boutique with expertise in investment banking, investment management, and private wealth management, William Blair joins the series as both a venue and category sponsor. In addition to the title sponsorship of the July 29 venue on West Fulton Street in Chicago, William Blair will also be the sponsor of the Masters 35+ 1/2/3 race category.

“Our 2018 series will culminate with the William Blair Grand Prix, which ends on West Fulton Street at the popular Goose Island brewery,” said managing partner Tom Schuler.

“William Blair recognizes the benefits of the Intelligentsia Cup and we are grateful for the support of o ur event.”

“We are proud to be part of this amazing event that attracts bicycle racers who compete throughout Illinois over 10 days and promotes an active healthy lifestyle,” said Ryan DeVore, head of William Blair’s private wealth management group.

Now in its seventh year, the Intelligentsia Cup is among the largest bike race events in the country, with participants from all over the country and around the world. Registration is now open and can be found at: www.bikereg.com/intelligentsiacup

About William Blair

William Blair is a premier global boutique with expertise in investment banking, investment management, and private wealth management. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet our clients’ evolving needs. As an independent and employee-owned firm, together with our strategic partners, we operate in more than 20 offices worldwide.* For more information visit: www.williamblair.com

*Includes strategic partnerships with Allier Capital, BDA Partners, and Poalim Capital Markets.