[Built In Chicago] On Monday, Cision announced that it is merging with Capital Acquisition Corp. III in a deal that will make the combined entity public at a valuation of $2.4 billion. Cision CEO Kevin Akeroyd told the Chicago Tribune that the company will use the new funding to pay off debts, make investments in cloud technology and accelerate acquisitions. [Technically Philly] Brideside, a Chicago-based startup that creates curated online dress shopping experiences for bridal parties, is establishing a brick-and-mortar presence on the East Coast. [Press release] Emerging LeadHERs, a newly launched, three-month training program and networking group for Chicago women, announced that it is currently accepting applications for its inaugural class. Founded by leadership coach Kelly Ann Keegan (pictured) and marketing VP Katie Constantine, the program will kick off its first cohort next month.