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SUMMARY:CreativeMornings' Evening FieldTrip: Strategic Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:CreativeMornings’ evening FieldTrip series presents: Strategic Decision Making\nApril 18\, 6pm-8pm\n\nWHAT ARE FIELDTRIPS?\nFieldTrips are meetups to interact\, learn and collaborate in an effort to level-up your creative life. Built on top of our 20\,000 monthly attendees at CreativeMornings talks\, FieldTrips are community-organized events built on the spirit of generosity that has powered CreativeMornings events for the past 10 years. \nABOUT THIS FIELDTRIP\nIt’s easy to become overwhelmed with the decisions you have to make. Too often you either don’t decide anything or do too much. Either way\, you are left stressed and exhausted. This workshop will include some time to get to know other attendees\, and will discuss a decision making strategy that you can use to stay motivated and efficiently work toward your goals\, and if implemented enough\, can eventually become a habit. \n \nABOUT THE FACILITATOR\nBenjamin Ritter\, MBA\, MPH\, EdD\, is a social entrepreneur and expert in the fields of personal and professional development with the mission to simplify health\, wealth\, and happiness. He is the founder Live for Yourself (LFY) Consulting\, a personal and professional consulting service that works with clients to become the author of their own personal guidebook to fulfillment\, and then integrates those teachings into their everyday lives. \nAs with classic CreativeMornings events\, their evening FieldTrips are FREE to attend.\nFieldTrips are limited to 25 attendees\, however. Register with CreativeMornings to reserve your seat!\n \n  \nEveryone is creative. \nA creative life requires bravery and action\, honesty and hard work. We are here to support you\, celebrate with you\, and encourage you to make the things you love. \nWe believe in the power of community. We believe in giving a damn. We believe in face-to-face connections\, in learning from others\, in hugs and high-fives. \nWe bring together people who are driven by passion and purpose\, confident that they will inspire one another\, and inspire change in neighborhoods and cities around the world. \nEveryone is welcome. \n  \nSee more public offerings at Catalyst Ranch by clicking the logo below.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/cm-fieldtrip-strategic-decision-making/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
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SUMMARY:HACK YOUR BRAND: Leveling Up your Online & Offline Presence
DESCRIPTION:We live in a society of instant gratification. And in the lightning fast-paced world of business\, opportunistic professionals are looking for any shortcut\, trick\, or workaround that will give them a competitive advantage. Often\, that means going outside the lines of best practices and experimenting with new methodologies. But can these so-called growth hacking techniques be applied to personal branding?  \nJD Gershbein understands that a personal brand is not built in a day. In today’s hyper-distracted world\, achieving a recognizable brand identity takes time and the faithful execution of a strategic plan. This powerful and transformational program will expose you to powerful strategies\, techniques\, and exercises that will accelerate your personal branding process and help you immediately capture the interest of potential buyers. \nAFTER ATTENDING THIS PROGRAM YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:\n♦ Capture the mindset of excellence in attaining your professional goals \n♦ Create a high-impact personal vision statement \n♦ Apply personal brand archetypes to promote positive first and lasting impressions \n♦ Understand the role of LinkedIn as a personal branding hub \n♦ Master a sequence of strategies for authentic online engagement \n♦ Increase your brand value through customer-centric video \n♦ Initiate conversations that will quickly build trust and convert into business wins \n\nHACK YOUR BRAND: Leveling Up your Online & Offline Presence\nSchedule of Events\nNETWORKING – 6:00 PM \nPROGRAM – 6:30 PM-8:00 PM \nMORE NETWORKING – 8:00 PM-8:30 PM \n\nREFRESHMENTS (BEVERAGES & LIGHT HORS d’OEUVRES) WILL BE SERVED.\nREGISTER NOW & SECURE YOUR SPOT!\n \n\nAbout the Presenter\nSince 2006\, JD Gershbein has been instrumental in advancing the ideals of the digital world\, inspiring opportunity-oriented individuals and companies to harness the power of the online media to elevate their profiles\, engage their communities\, and win new business. He is widely regarded as one of the world’s top LinkedIn strategists and a thought leader in the areas of personal branding\, social networking\, and social entrepreneurship. Dubbed A SPEAKER FOR THE DIGITAL AGE\, JD educates audiences all over the globe on how to create a competitive advantage through the use of the social channels. He has been featured on FOX TV News\, WGN TV News\, NBC TV News\, CBS TV News\, and WGN Radio\, and contributed written work to The Huffington Post\, SUCCESS Online\, NBC\, and Forbes. \n\nSee more public offerings at Catalyst Ranch by clicking the logo below.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/hack-your-brand-leveling-up-your-online-offline-presence/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Marketing,Networking,Professional Development,Workshop
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SUMMARY:AMA Chicago: Career Smart
DESCRIPTION:Of all the roles in an organization\, marketers make a real impact not only on the business but on the world at large. We are drawn to the industry for both the professional and personal challenges that are meaningful\, fulfilling and inspiring. At Career Smart\, you will find ways to earn more emotional and financial rewards in your career – whether you’re 26 or 62\, and whether you’re looking to develop yourself or develop your teams. \n\n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\n\n\nStrategies\, tools and techniques you can use to find more inspiring career opportunities\, and how you can implement them as a hiring manager to provide inspiring roles and environments for your teams.\nRich discussions in small groups of hiring managers and employees to share ideas and plans to implement these new ideas in their careers and organizations.\nOpportunities to learn from professionals\, career coaches\, and others regarding practical aspects of job hunting such as resume building\, LinkedIn profiles and more.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\nNew or prospective managers looking to enhance their leadership\nHiring decision-makers who want to find and attract Chicago’s best marketing talent\nExperienced and new marketers who want to move their career forward\n\nFor more information\, including speakers and agenda\, click here!\n \n\n\nThis event is sponsored by the following donors:
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ama-chicago-career-smart/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Networking,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:CreativeMornings: Breakfast and a Talk\, with Shilpa Alva
DESCRIPTION:CreativeMornings: Breakfast and a Talk\, with Shilpa Alva\nMarch 29\, 8:30am – 10:00am\n \n  \nCreativeMornings organizes stimulating talks over coffee and nosh\, always for FREE and open to everyone. This month the Chicago chapter of this international breakfast lecture series for the creative community comes to Catalyst Ranch\, giving the mic to Shilpa Alva\, Founder and Executive Director of Surge for Water. \n \nIn 2008\, CreativeMornings was born out of a desire for an ongoing\, accessible event for New York’s creative community. The concept was simple: breakfast and a short talk one Friday morning a month. Every event would be free of charge and open to anyone. \nToday\, attendees gather in cities around the world to enjoy fresh coffee\, friendly people\, and an international array of breakfast foods. Volunteer hosts and their team members organize local chapters that not only celebrate a city’s creative talent\, but also promote an open space to connect with like-minded individuals. \nFrom design legends to hometown heroes\, speakers are selected by each chapter based on a global theme. CreativeMornings‘ Chicago team is seven years strong and host at Catalyst Ranch for the second time with Shilpa Alva. \nCreativeMornings remains free thanks to the support of local partners\, generous venues\, and longterm global partners. \nEveryone is welcome. \nEveryone is creative. \nJust register beforehand to reserve your spot. \nClick below to RSVP\, beginning Monday March 25!\n \n\nCreativeMornings March Theme: Water\nIt’s the main source of all life. The lifeblood element that makes up 60% of our bodies.\nIt’s the liquid that we don’t drink enough of\, yet waste effortlessly.\nIt’s home to millions of species\, mysteries\, and undiscovered knowledge.\nWe know more about the stars in the sky than the depths of our oceans.\nWe can use it to save lives. If used foolishly\, it can take lives.\nWe think there is an abundance\, yet only one percent can be touched. If we don’t protect our waters\, then what will happen to life? \nAbout the Speaker\nShilpa Alva is the Founder and Executive Director of Surge for Water\, a Chicago based nonprofit organization that has provided safe water and sanitation solutions to 1 million people in 11 countries. The spark that led Shilpa to the founding of Surge\, started when she was just 7 years old\, while visiting extended family in India. However\, after graduating from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Chemical Engineering\, she joined the Corporate world. From here\, she enjoyed rapid early career success\, earned her MBA\, and continued up the Corporate ladder. \nEventually\, Shilpa came to the hard realization that she was not living in true alignment with her purpose. This led to Surge’s eventual founding and to her leaving a successful career and secure lifestyle. This leap of faith has lead to great things\, both through the joy she experiences in her daily purpose-driven life and through the communities who benefit from Surge’s work every single day. In addition to her passion for safe water and global development\, Shilpa loves to travel to new countries\, read\, practice yoga\, meditate\, and dance offbeat. \nEveryone is creative. \nA creative life requires bravery and action\, honesty and hard work. We are here to support you\, celebrate with you\, and encourage you to make the things you love. \nWe believe in the power of community. We believe in giving a damn. We believe in face-to-face connections\, in learning from others\, in hugs and high-fives. \nWe bring together people who are driven by passion and purpose\, confident that they will inspire one another\, and inspire change in neighborhoods and cities around the world. \nEveryone is welcome. \n \n\n\nSee more public offerings at Catalyst Ranch by clicking the logo below.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/creativemornings-breakfast-and-a-talk-with-shilpa-alva/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking,Talk
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SUMMARY:OfficeNinjas Admingling: Expanding Your Role
DESCRIPTION:What’s Admingling?\nNetworking for Admins and Workplace Operators in Chicago\, IL\nPowered by collective intelligence\, OfficeNinjas’ Admingling events provide admin pros and workplace operators with the time\, space\, and inspiration to grow their networks and level up their careers. Interesting venues\, unexpected discussion topics\, and delicious food and drinks are all part of Admingling’s secret sauce\, but Ninjas are the key ingredient. \nMore structured than a happy hour but more social than a workshop\, an Admingling event harnesses the power of our community’s collective intelligence. Every after-work event is unique; we work with Ninjas in each host city to pick a space that’s both comfortable and inspiring. Everything from the discussion topics to the cocktails are chosen with local perspective. Attendees share ideas\, trade tips\, and walk away with actionable solutions and a stack of new professional contacts. \n \nThis Quarter’s Theme: Expanding Your Role\nNinjas must identify what they need to stay relevant — and advocate for it.\nWant to see Darwin’s theory in action? Keep an eye on your company’s org chart. The message is simple: adapt\, evolve\, and succeed. As the workplace changes\, a Ninja must continually evaluate their role\, skill set\, and the unique value they bring to the table. \nYou sense that change is on the horizon — maybe you’re already seeing it play out at your company. In this month’s Admingling event\, we’ll discuss how Ninjas can stay ahead of the curve and gain the skills needed to remain competitive and in-demand. \n  \nEnjoy an evening of drinks\, tasty bites courtesy of City Barbecue\, and what promises to be a lively discussion!\n  \nAre you an administrative professional?! Join OfficeNinjas for their upcoming Admingling event on March 19. For more information and to register\, see https://officeninjas.com/admingling-in-chicago/.\n  \n \nOfficeNinjas® recognizes admins and workplace operators for the curious\, engaged\, forward-thinking professionals they are. We exist to provide vital educational content\, vendor vetting\, networking events\, and industry insights to ensure they have every opportunity to lead a valued and fulfilling professional life. \n  \n\nSee more public offerings at Catalyst Ranch by clicking the logo above!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/officeninjas-admingling-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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SUMMARY:LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois: Inclusion in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Join the LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois for a panel discussion: Inclusion in the Workplace. Chamber members will share emerging topics in the diversity & inclusion space. \n \nModerator: Tatyana Moaton\, Howard Brown \nPresenters and Topics: \n\nTiffany Hudson\, Nova Collective – Identity as a framework for your DEI practice\n​David Stone\, inQuest Consulting –D&I in 2019:  Creative Interventions in Trying Times\nBernadette Smith\, Equality Institute – Misgendering Matters & ID Issues\nDamon L. Williams\, Jr.\, Northwestern University\n\nEach presenter will share a 10-minute presentation and then participate in a collective Q&A. Join us for great conversation\, networking\, and light refreshments. \n \n  \n \n  \nCatalyst Ranch has been proud to host previous networking and panel events for the LGBTCC of Illinois. The photos from past engagements below are courtesy of Starbelly Studios Photography. \n \n 
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/lgbt-chamber-commerce-illinois-inclusion/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181010T173000
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SUMMARY:Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce: Business After Business
DESCRIPTION:Networking for Success\nChicagoland Chamber members are some of the most influential business people in America. Chamber networking events give you a chance to meet top business leaders\, network with your peers\, and forge powerful partnerships for your business. Please join the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Business After Business event at Catalyst Ranch on Wednesday\, October 10th from 5:30-7:30PM!  \n\nTargeted connections. A different level of networking.\nChicagoland Chamber  of Commerce Business After Business events are networking\, perfected. The crowd is welcoming and business-minded. Chamber hosts curate the crowd to make introductions in a natural way and ensure all members meet the type of people they’re looking to meet. It’s strategic\, targeted\, and leads to authentic business connections. \nAdditional Information\n\nProspective Members: As you consider Chamber membership\, you are welcome to attend up to three (3) Chamber events (at the non-member rate) prior to joining. After attending three (3) events\, we welcome your continued participation upon becoming a member. \nPlease connect with your Investment Manager or membership@chicagolandchamber.org to inquire about these opportunities. \nQuestions regarding registration? Contact Events at events@chicagolandchamber.org or call 312-494-6789. \nPlease note…A photographer will take photos of this event and its attendees for use in Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce marketing content. Your registration represents acknowledgement and approval of that.  \nRegistration may be cancelled up to 24 hours before this event. “No-shows” will not receive a refund.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/chicagoland-chamber-commerce-business-after-business/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180809T200000
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SUMMARY:Engaging the LGBTQ+ Community: Talent\, Revenue\, & Supplier Diversity
DESCRIPTION:Engaging the LGBTQ+ Community: Talent\, Revenue\, & Supplier Diversity\n \nJune came around and your company proudly displayed a Pride flag and recruited hundreds of employees to march in the Pride Parade; now what? Join us as a panel of leaders share insight on how to be successful in engaging the LGBTQ+ community throughout the year\, and how these actions impact talent\, revenue\, and supplier diversity. \nAdmission includes networking\, panel discussion\, drinks\, and refreshments.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/engaging-lgbtq-community-talent-revenue-supplier-diversity/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180718T180000
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SUMMARY:Summer Wellness Series: Sip & Sculpt
DESCRIPTION:Summer Wellness Series: Sip & Sculpt\nBeauty Superfoods: How to feed your body from the inside out\n \nWhy wait for summer Fridays to have all the fun? \nGrab a friend\, your yoga mat + join us at different venues across the city for exclusive Sip + Sculpt wellness events.\nCombining mind + body\, a 30-minute express yoga class led by Lisa Scurlock of Gratitude Yoga will be followed by a 30-minute nutrition discussion led by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Maya Bach. \nHealthy “goodie bags” featuring Unicreamer plus a raffle brought to you by goGLOW will be available. In partnership withUrban Allure Events + Velvet Dessert\, light bites + beverages will be served! \nTime: 6 – 7:30 p.m.\n \nSchedule:\n6-6:15 Meet & greet\n6:15-6:45 Yoga led by Lisa Scurlock of Gratitude Yoga\n6:45-7:00 Break for beverages & bites\n7:00-7:30 Nutrition Q&A led by Maya Bach\, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist\nMaya Bach is a Registered Dietitian with a private practice specializing in one-on-one counseling focusing on weight management\, plant-based nutrition and digestive health. Bridal + Wedding Wellness packages available upon request as well as Workplace Wellness Workshops. \nLisa Scurlock is the owner and instructor from Gratitude Yoga – receiving her Yoga teacher training and certification in 2012 from yogaview in Chicago and also her Yoga Sculpt certification from Chicago Athletic Club in 2013. As an instructor since 2012\, she has taught community Yoga classes at various lululemon and Athleta locations\, as well as volunteered for build-ON Chicago and GirlForward.  She traveled to Haiti to teach yoga and dance to under privileged children and has been honored one of Chicago’s top rated Yoga Instructors by ClassPass.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/summer-wellness-series-sip-sculpt/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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SUMMARY:June June Joan at Ignite Chicago This Month!
DESCRIPTION:Did June Ever Want to Speak In Public?\n \nIgnite Chicago in June is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. \nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide). \n \nThere is no theme for Ignite Chicago in June. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak?\nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients. \nClick the logo below for tickets
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/june-june-joan-at-ignite-chicago-this-month/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180215T180000
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SUMMARY:Video in Focus: A Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Video In Focus: A Roundtable Discussion\n \nVideo has been proven to boost sales response rates\, drive SEO performance\, hit registration targets\, close more deals – the list just goes on. But what types of videos have the greatest impact on marketing and sales? How do you scale video production? When should you use personalized video? Wait\, what’s personalized video? Join the Vidyard team on Thursday\, February 15th in discussing the latest strategies\, tactics\, and tips!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/video-in-focus-a-roundtable-discussion/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180215T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
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SUMMARY:Video in Focus: A Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Video In Focus: A Roundtable Discussion\n \nVideo has been proven to boost sales response rates\, drive SEO performance\, hit registration targets\, close more deals – the list just goes on. But what types of videos have the greatest impact on marketing and sales? How do you scale video production? When should you use personalized video? Wait\, what’s personalized video? Join the Vidyard team on Thursday\, February 15th in discussing the latest strategies\, tactics\, and tips!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/video-in-focus-a-roundtable-discussion-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Vidyard-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170627T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170518T003850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170518T010317Z
UID:14271-1498588200-1498595400@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Get Attune with June - Come to Ignite Chicago and Let Summer Rip!
DESCRIPTION:Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd.\nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide).\n \nThere is no theme for Ignite. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak?\nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/get-attune-june-come-ignite-chicago/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago,Meetup,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ignite-Intro.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170613T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170522T194909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170522T195750Z
UID:14289-1497378600-1497384000@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Circles of Gold: How to Network for Success
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\nFor many people\, the word “networking” conjures up images of forced conversations\, dreary conferences or cold calls. So they avoid it—to their peril. \n“Circles of Gold®: How to Network for Success” is a workshop designed to give you simple\, practical and actionable ideas to build relationships that net results while honoring the people you already know. By attending this workshop you’ll discover how to: \n\nIdentify your mission—what is it you want to accomplish?\nDefine and expand your network (you know way more people than you think!)\nCraft your message so people understand how they can help you—and how you might help them\n\nWho should attend? \n\nYoung professionals who struggle with networking\nMid-career professionals who are stalled and want to jump-start their careers\nEntrepreneurs who rely on referrals and want to increase profitability\nAnyone who resists networking and wants to have a breakthrough\n\nFacilitator: Vickie Austin is a woman on a mission\, redefining networking since 1997 when she founded CHOICES Worldwide. Devoted to making a difference in the workplace\, Vickie speaks\, coaches\, consults and writes about business and career success. She is president of the 2016-2017 National Speakers Association of Illinois and committed to creating world where people “love what they do and do what they love.” \nCost: $25 (snacks provided) \nBonus opportunity: Vickie will be signing copies of her book Circles of Gold: Honoring Your Network for Business and Career Success\, offered at a 20% off discount! \nFAQs \nWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? \nThe event venue is walking distance from Ogilvie Transportation Center and the “L.” Catalyst Ranch validates parking for the lot at 180 N Jefferson. The validation of $10 is payable at Catalyst Ranch\, good for when you leave the parking lot. Validation is good for 10 hours. \nThere is also street parking on front of the building–try your luck! \nHow can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nVickie Austin\, vaustin@choicesworldwide.com or 312-213-1795 \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets are non-refundable. \nIs my registration fee or ticket transferrable? \nYes \nIs it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/circles-of-gold-how-to-network-for-success/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/C-of-G-Photo-by-Christia-Gibbons.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170613T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170522T194909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170522T194909Z
UID:14896-1497378600-1497384000@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Circles of Gold: How to Network for Success
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\nFor many people\, the word “networking” conjures up images of forced conversations\, dreary conferences or cold calls. So they avoid it—to their peril. \n“Circles of Gold®: How to Network for Success” is a workshop designed to give you simple\, practical and actionable ideas to build relationships that net results while honoring the people you already know. By attending this workshop you’ll discover how to: \n\nIdentify your mission—what is it you want to accomplish?\nDefine and expand your network (you know way more people than you think!)\nCraft your message so people understand how they can help you—and how you might help them\n\nWho should attend? \n\nYoung professionals who struggle with networking\nMid-career professionals who are stalled and want to jump-start their careers\nEntrepreneurs who rely on referrals and want to increase profitability\nAnyone who resists networking and wants to have a breakthrough\n\nFacilitator: Vickie Austin is a woman on a mission\, redefining networking since 1997 when she founded CHOICES Worldwide. Devoted to making a difference in the workplace\, Vickie speaks\, coaches\, consults and writes about business and career success. She is president of the 2016-2017 National Speakers Association of Illinois and committed to creating world where people “love what they do and do what they love.” \nCost: $25 (snacks provided) \nBonus opportunity: Vickie will be signing copies of her book Circles of Gold: Honoring Your Network for Business and Career Success\, offered at a 20% off discount! \nFAQs \nWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? \nThe event venue is walking distance from Ogilvie Transportation Center and the “L.” Catalyst Ranch validates parking for the lot at 180 N Jefferson. The validation of $10 is payable at Catalyst Ranch\, good for when you leave the parking lot. Validation is good for 10 hours. \nThere is also street parking on front of the building–try your luck! \nHow can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nVickie Austin\, vaustin@choicesworldwide.com or 312-213-1795 \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets are non-refundable. \nIs my registration fee or ticket transferrable? \nYes \nIs it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/circles-of-gold-how-to-network-for-success-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/C-of-G-Photo-by-Christia-Gibbons.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170613T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170522T194909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170522T194909Z
UID:14941-1497378600-1497384000@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Circles of Gold: How to Network for Success
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\nFor many people\, the word “networking” conjures up images of forced conversations\, dreary conferences or cold calls. So they avoid it—to their peril. \n“Circles of Gold®: How to Network for Success” is a workshop designed to give you simple\, practical and actionable ideas to build relationships that net results while honoring the people you already know. By attending this workshop you’ll discover how to: \n\nIdentify your mission—what is it you want to accomplish?\nDefine and expand your network (you know way more people than you think!)\nCraft your message so people understand how they can help you—and how you might help them\n\nWho should attend? \n\nYoung professionals who struggle with networking\nMid-career professionals who are stalled and want to jump-start their careers\nEntrepreneurs who rely on referrals and want to increase profitability\nAnyone who resists networking and wants to have a breakthrough\n\nFacilitator: Vickie Austin is a woman on a mission\, redefining networking since 1997 when she founded CHOICES Worldwide. Devoted to making a difference in the workplace\, Vickie speaks\, coaches\, consults and writes about business and career success. She is president of the 2016-2017 National Speakers Association of Illinois and committed to creating world where people “love what they do and do what they love.” \nCost: $25 (snacks provided) \nBonus opportunity: Vickie will be signing copies of her book Circles of Gold: Honoring Your Network for Business and Career Success\, offered at a 20% off discount! \nFAQs \nWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? \nThe event venue is walking distance from Ogilvie Transportation Center and the “L.” Catalyst Ranch validates parking for the lot at 180 N Jefferson. The validation of $10 is payable at Catalyst Ranch\, good for when you leave the parking lot. Validation is good for 10 hours. \nThere is also street parking on front of the building–try your luck! \nHow can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nVickie Austin\, vaustin@choicesworldwide.com or 312-213-1795 \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets are non-refundable. \nIs my registration fee or ticket transferrable? \nYes \nIs it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/circles-of-gold-how-to-network-for-success-3/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/C-of-G-Photo-by-Christia-Gibbons.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170425T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170425T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170414T011648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T011648Z
UID:14891-1493143200-1493154000@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Don't be an April Fool - Come to Ignite Chicago and Be Heard!
DESCRIPTION:Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. \nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide). \n \nThere is no theme for Ignite. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak? \nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients. \nClick the logo below for tickets
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/dont-be-an-april-fool-come-to-ignite-chicago-and-be-heard-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago,Meetup,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/SNL-small.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170425T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170425T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170414T011648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T011648Z
UID:14936-1493143200-1493154000@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Don't be an April Fool - Come to Ignite Chicago and Be Heard!
DESCRIPTION:Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. \nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide). \n \nThere is no theme for Ignite. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak? \nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients. \nClick the logo below for tickets
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/dont-be-an-april-fool-come-to-ignite-chicago-and-be-heard-3/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago,Meetup,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/SNL-small.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170425T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170425T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170414T011648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T011758Z
UID:13684-1493143200-1493154000@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Don't be an April Fool - Come to Ignite Chicago and Be Heard!
DESCRIPTION:Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. \nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide). \n \nThere is no theme for Ignite. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak? \nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients. \nClick the logo below for tickets
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/dont-be-an-april-fool-come-to-ignite-chicago-and-be-heard/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago,Meetup,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/SNL-small.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170406T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170310T030748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T214147Z
UID:13571-1491501600-1491508800@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:The 10(0) Things Entrepreneurs Should Always/Never Do
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 10(0) Things Entrepreneurs Should Always/Never Do \nwith Danny Schuman \n  \nCome join other Chicago entrepreneurs as we put together a list of tips and tools for entrepreneurial success. It’ll be a fun and productive event to share what you know and learn what you don’t. Each person will leave with his or her own Top Ten to take away and use. \nDanny Schuman has spent the past several months interviewing entrepreneurs who he calls UDOTs: Us Doing Our Thing. It’s the massive and constantly growing group of people who are out on their own\, doing what they love\, what they’re good at and passionate about it\, but aren’t so in love with\, good at\, or passionate about the other side of being a UDOT: the legal\, administrative\, business development\, etc part of the business.  The stuff that gets in the way of doing what they love. \nThose UDOT interviews have helped inform Danny’s to-be-published book on UDOTs\, called The Worst Business Model in the World. They’ve also helped him start amassing a list of do’s and don’ts for achieving success as a UDOT. \nWe’ll use his learnings as a starting point\, and collaborate on a list of tips—things you should always do\, and things you should never do—to help entrepreneurs do what you do better. \nCome share\, get inspired\, and further your journey as a UDOT!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/100-things-entrepreneurs-alwaysnever/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Meetup,Networking,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/twist-header-logo.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170406T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170310T030748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170310T030748Z
UID:14887-1491501600-1491508800@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:The 10(0) Things Entrepreneurs Should Always/Never Do
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 10(0) Things Entrepreneurs Should Always/Never Do \nwith Danny Schuman \n  \nCome join other Chicago entrepreneurs as we put together a list of tips and tools for entrepreneurial success. It’ll be a fun and productive event to share what you know and learn what you don’t. Each person will leave with his or her own Top Ten to take away and use. \nDanny Schuman has spent the past several months interviewing entrepreneurs who he calls UDOTs: Us Doing Our Thing. It’s the massive and constantly growing group of people who are out on their own\, doing what they love\, what they’re good at and passionate about it\, but aren’t so in love with\, good at\, or passionate about the other side of being a UDOT: the legal\, administrative\, business development\, etc part of the business.  The stuff that gets in the way of doing what they love. \nThose UDOT interviews have helped inform Danny’s to-be-published book on UDOTs\, called The Worst Business Model in the World. They’ve also helped him start amassing a list of do’s and don’ts for achieving success as a UDOT. \nWe’ll use his learnings as a starting point\, and collaborate on a list of tips—things you should always do\, and things you should never do—to help entrepreneurs do what you do better. \nCome share\, get inspired\, and further your journey as a UDOT!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/100-things-entrepreneurs-alwaysnever-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Meetup,Networking,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/twist-header-logo.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170406T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170310T030748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170310T030748Z
UID:14932-1491501600-1491508800@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:The 10(0) Things Entrepreneurs Should Always/Never Do
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 10(0) Things Entrepreneurs Should Always/Never Do \nwith Danny Schuman \n  \nCome join other Chicago entrepreneurs as we put together a list of tips and tools for entrepreneurial success. It’ll be a fun and productive event to share what you know and learn what you don’t. Each person will leave with his or her own Top Ten to take away and use. \nDanny Schuman has spent the past several months interviewing entrepreneurs who he calls UDOTs: Us Doing Our Thing. It’s the massive and constantly growing group of people who are out on their own\, doing what they love\, what they’re good at and passionate about it\, but aren’t so in love with\, good at\, or passionate about the other side of being a UDOT: the legal\, administrative\, business development\, etc part of the business.  The stuff that gets in the way of doing what they love. \nThose UDOT interviews have helped inform Danny’s to-be-published book on UDOTs\, called The Worst Business Model in the World. They’ve also helped him start amassing a list of do’s and don’ts for achieving success as a UDOT. \nWe’ll use his learnings as a starting point\, and collaborate on a list of tips—things you should always do\, and things you should never do—to help entrepreneurs do what you do better. \nCome share\, get inspired\, and further your journey as a UDOT!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/100-things-entrepreneurs-alwaysnever-3/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Meetup,Networking,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/twist-header-logo.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170323T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170317T204844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170317T204844Z
UID:14888-1490293800-1490299200@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:WLCO Presents "it's all about impact"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/wlco-presents-impact-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Stories-of-Impact-West-Loop-Night-March-2017.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170323T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170317T204844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170317T204844Z
UID:14933-1490293800-1490299200@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:WLCO Presents "it's all about impact"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/wlco-presents-impact-3/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Stories-of-Impact-West-Loop-Night-March-2017.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170323T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170317T204844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T234756Z
UID:13586-1490293800-1490299200@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:WLCO Presents "it's all about impact"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/wlco-presents-impact/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Stories-of-Impact-West-Loop-Night-March-2017.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170218T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T222553
CREATED:20170201T235907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170201T235939Z
UID:13453-1487412000-1487422800@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join C&C in February as we link up at Catalyst Ranch\, an amazing event space in Chicago\, to bring you another edition of community building over a cup of coffee! \nSaturday\, February 18\, 2017\nCatalyst Ranch\n656 W Randolph St\n10:00am-1:00pm (drop in any time)\nCoffee provided! \nCoffee & Conversation is a Chicago-based community of entrepreneurs and innovators who value collaboration and share ideas\, resources\, and inspiration. We can be anywhere along the start-up spectrum whether you just have ideas to share\, are about to start a business\, or already have your own company. Even if you don’t have your own business and just like sharing ideas\, there are takeaways and great connections for everyone. \nC&C holds free\, public gatherings monthly on Saturday mornings\, open to all! Attendees are welcome to work\, talk\, and socialize as much as they see fitting. Come connect over a cup of coffee and join a community of motivated people determined to hustle for their passions. \nTwitter: https://twitter.com/coffeeconvochi\nInsta: http://instagram.com/coffeeconvochi
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/coffee-conversation/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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UID:14882-1487412000-1487422800@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join C&C in February as we link up at Catalyst Ranch\, an amazing event space in Chicago\, to bring you another edition of community building over a cup of coffee! \nSaturday\, February 18\, 2017\nCatalyst Ranch\n656 W Randolph St\n10:00am-1:00pm (drop in any time)\nCoffee provided! \nCoffee & Conversation is a Chicago-based community of entrepreneurs and innovators who value collaboration and share ideas\, resources\, and inspiration. We can be anywhere along the start-up spectrum whether you just have ideas to share\, are about to start a business\, or already have your own company. Even if you don’t have your own business and just like sharing ideas\, there are takeaways and great connections for everyone. \nC&C holds free\, public gatherings monthly on Saturday mornings\, open to all! Attendees are welcome to work\, talk\, and socialize as much as they see fitting. Come connect over a cup of coffee and join a community of motivated people determined to hustle for their passions. \nTwitter: https://twitter.com/coffeeconvochi\nInsta: http://instagram.com/coffeeconvochi
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/coffee-conversation-2-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170218T130000
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CREATED:20170201T235907Z
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UID:14927-1487412000-1487422800@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join C&C in February as we link up at Catalyst Ranch\, an amazing event space in Chicago\, to bring you another edition of community building over a cup of coffee! \nSaturday\, February 18\, 2017\nCatalyst Ranch\n656 W Randolph St\n10:00am-1:00pm (drop in any time)\nCoffee provided! \nCoffee & Conversation is a Chicago-based community of entrepreneurs and innovators who value collaboration and share ideas\, resources\, and inspiration. We can be anywhere along the start-up spectrum whether you just have ideas to share\, are about to start a business\, or already have your own company. Even if you don’t have your own business and just like sharing ideas\, there are takeaways and great connections for everyone. \nC&C holds free\, public gatherings monthly on Saturday mornings\, open to all! Attendees are welcome to work\, talk\, and socialize as much as they see fitting. Come connect over a cup of coffee and join a community of motivated people determined to hustle for their passions. \nTwitter: https://twitter.com/coffeeconvochi\nInsta: http://instagram.com/coffeeconvochi
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/coffee-conversation-2-3/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161129T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20161109T220530Z
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SUMMARY:Come Discover Ignite Chicago!
DESCRIPTION:Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. \nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide). \n \nThere is no theme for Ignite. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak? \nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients. \n\n\nWhat would you say? \n \nClick the Ignite logo below for tickets!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/come-discover-ignite-chicago/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiential,Networking,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161129T210000
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UID:14873-1480442400-1480453200@playground.catalystranch.com
SUMMARY:Come Discover Ignite Chicago!
DESCRIPTION:Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. \nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide). \n \nThere is no theme for Ignite. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak? \nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients. \n\n\nWhat would you say? \n \nClick the Ignite logo below for tickets!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/come-discover-ignite-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiential,Networking,Workshop
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