BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Catalyst Ranch - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Catalyst Ranch REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071313 CREATED:20240418T013523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T042533Z UID:31646-1713463200-1713470400@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Housing Action Illinois: Toast to Housing Justice Benefit DESCRIPTION:Housing Action Illinois returns to Catalyst Ranch for their 8th Annual Toast to Housing Justice benefit!\n \n \n \n \n \n From Housing Action Illinois: \n\nMake a toast to housing justice during Fair Housing Month at Housing Action’s eighth annual benefit. Join us for a fun evening of pizza\, beer\, music\, and friendly faces—and a chance to win great prizes at our silent auction. Best of all\, by attending\, you’ll support Housing Action’s work toward an Illinois where everyone has a good\, affordable place to call home. \n  \nTickets \n$40 ticket includes entrance\, pizza\, and drinks\, including soda and beer.* \n*Must be 21 or older to drink alcohol. \n\n\nFor more information\, click here for the event’s website. URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/housing-action-illinois-toast-to-housing-justice-benefit/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Housing-Action-Illinois-2024-Benefit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T163000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20240430T233306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T233651Z UID:31673-1716042600-1716049800@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Surge for Water: Power of Sisterhood Tea Party DESCRIPTION:Power of Sisterhood: Celebrating Mentrual Health & Connection\nA tea party hosted by nonprofit organization Surge for Water\n \nIn honor of Menstrual Health Day\, nonprofit Surge for Water returns to host their tea party event and foster community. \n \n \n \n \n \n From Surge for Water:\n\nAs menstruators\, we’re deeply connected in many ways – our cycles being just one of them. \nTo deepen this connection\, join us for a one-of-a-kind tea party to celebrate women’s health & wellness in honor of Menstrual Health Day. \nThrough gentle movement\, interactive activities\, and engaging conversations\, we’ll cover: \n\nMenstruality consciousness and wellness practices to live happier\, healthier lives from puberty to menopause\nLocal and global issues surrounding period poverty & stigma and ways to make a difference!\n\nSurge for Water is honored to bring this program to you in partnership with amazing local organizations: She Votes IL\, The Period Collective\, & UIC Blood Buds \nWe can’t wait to share a lovely afternoon over tea\, coffee\, and light refreshments. To help set the mood\, “period” inspired clothing is encouraged – but not required. Think red\, pink\, etc. \nThis event is open to all menstruators (pre & post included). Registration includes loose leaf tea from Vahdam Teas\, moisturizer from KraveBeauty\, and a Take Back Bag from For Days. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learn more and register for free here:\n \n surgeforwater.org/sisterhood URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/surge-for-water-power-of-sisterhood-tea-party-2024/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Personal Development,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Surge-for-Water-Power-of-Sisterhood-tea-party.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T203000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20240510T231738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T231738Z UID:31689-1716399000-1716409800@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:LGBTCCIL Education Program and NetWERQ Member Mixer DESCRIPTION:LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois\nEducation Program and NetWERQ Member Mixer\nSpend a Wednesday night with the LGBT Chamber learning important business matters from a guest speaker\, and then networking with Chamber members. \n \n \n \n \n \n From KACC:\n\nJoin us at Catalyst Ranch on May 22 for a complimentary member event featuring a special education program followed by networking member mixer including refreshments courtesy of Lynfred Winery & Molson Coors\, and delicious crudités courtesy of Tri-Star Catering. \nFree to members with RSVP.  $30.00 for non-members. \nDuring our education session\, you will:–Learn how proper design and effective use of the built environment can lead to a reduction in the fear of hate crime and the incidence of hate crime\, improving quality of life.–Learn methods on how to help reduce and prevent hate crimes\, and what steps to take should you be the victim of\, or witness a hate crime.–Leave equipped with resources on how to protect yourself\, your customers\, your employees\, and your business from hate crime. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Click below for more information and to register.\n  \n \n More information URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/lgbtccil-education-program-and-netwerq-member-mixer/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Class,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LGBTCCIL-NetWERQ-Mixer-May2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20240528T211659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T211703Z UID:31724-1717869600-1717880400@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Every Day is a Yay - Podcast Season Release Party DESCRIPTION:Every Day is a Yay\nSeason 2 Release Party\nInspirational podcast Every Day is a Yay! celebrates the release of their second season with live performances\, networking\, open bar and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n From Every Day is a Yay:\n\nWelcome to the Season 2 Summer Launch Party! Join us for an evening filled with music\, networking\, live performances\, delicious food\, and exciting surprises. Come celebrate the start of summer with us and meet new friends while enjoying the lively atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event! \nEvent includes meal tickets\, limited edition merch\, and vendor products available for purchase! \n\n \n Learn more here URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/every-day-is-a-yay-podcast-season-release-party/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Launch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Every-Day-is-a-Yay-June-8-2024-b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20240823T031027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T200848Z UID:31805-1726680600-1726689600@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Don’t Tell HR: Networking\, laughing and improvising with Improve It! DESCRIPTION:Don’t Tell HR: A night of networking\, laughing\, and improvising\nThe professional development mavens of improve it! invite L&D and HR Pros not just for networking–but a 90-minute networking workshop to help you sharpen your skills\, connect\, and grow. \n \n \n \n \n \n From improve it!: \nGet ready for a fun evening filled with opportunities to meet new people\, share some laughs\, and unleash your creativity through improvisation. \nDon’t miss out on this chance to connect with like-minded individuals and have a great time together. There will also be discounted copies of I See You! A Leader’s Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy available for purchase. ~See~ you there! \n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 PM – 6:00 PM – Intro\, Welcome\, and Mingling\n6:00 PM – 7:30 PM – Networking Workshop\n7:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Networking\, Goodbyes\, and How to Stay in Touch\n\nPurchase tickets and find more information about the event\, improve it! and I See You at the Eventbrite link below! \n\n\n\n\n \n \n Tickets and additional information URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/dont-tell-hr-networking-laughing-and-improvising-with-improve-it/ 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/2024/08/improve-it-polka-room.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20240920T075452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T075453Z UID:31857-1727636400-1727643600@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Stop Motion Plant's Salon for experimental art DESCRIPTION:Performance art cohort Stop Motion Plant brings their monthly Salon of new experimental works to Catalyst Ranch.\n \n \n \n \n \n Stop Motion Plant\, in their own words\, is a performance art company producing live theater that is personal and truthful. This company began collaborating while studying with the storied Chicago company The Neo-Futurists\, and in their three years of devising and producing\, they have been notably featured in American Theatre Magazine and Block Club Chicago. \nStop Motion Plant’s monthly Salon is their designated free space available to artists of myriad backgrounds and media for trying out new works with a receptive audience\, plus the option of receiving feedback from peers and attendees. \nFind more info on attending\, as well as for submitting your work for consideration\, at Stop Motion Plant’s Instagram. \n  \n \n More info for the Salon URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/stop-motion-plants-salon-for-experimental-art/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Art show,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Stop-Plant-Motion-salon-sept-2024-at-Catalyst-Ranch.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20240920T202635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T202939Z UID:31880-1729188000-1729198800@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Kellogg Alumni Club of Chicago - An Evening with Prof. Sergio Rebelo DESCRIPTION:Kellogg Alumni Club of Chicago\nAn Evening with Professor Sergio Rebelo:Wine\, AI and the Global Economy\nCatalyst Ranch welcomes back members and guests of the Kellogg alumni network as they host an enlightening and engaging social event. \n \n \n \n \n \n From Kellogg Alumni Club of Chicago: \n\nJoin us for an exclusive evening where Prof. Sergio Rebelo will share his passions—wine\, AI\, and the global economy. We’ll enjoy a curated wine tasting of Sergio’s preferred Portuguese brands\, paired with his expert take on global economic trends and AI advancements. This is a unique chance to dive deep into these engaging subjects with one of the world’s greatest minds\, and to engage with Kellogg alumni. This event will be held at the vibrant Catalyst Ranch in downtown Chicago. Guests are welcome too! \n\n \n Click here for tickets URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/kellogg-alumni-club-of-chicago-an-evening-with-prof-sergio-rebelo/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kellogg-Alumni-Club-of-Chicago-Evening-Wine-Tasting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241123 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20241024T155101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T175323Z UID:31905-1729468800-1732319999@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Catalyst Ranch's 22nd Anniversary Fundraiser - for Greater Chicago Food Depository DESCRIPTION:Help us combat hunger to ring in Catalyst Ranch’s 22nd Anniversary!\nIn honor of our big TWO-TWO\, every donation we collect will go TWICE AS FAR.\nWe’re celebrating 22 years of providing creative space for connection and innovation\, and our Anniversary is our favorite occasion to extend the good will to our community. \n \n \n \n \n \n This year\, we’re holding this *virtual food drive* for the Greater Chicago Food Depository. This organization is very dear to us because they support our Chicago and Cook County neighbors in need with resources to end hunger and reduce poverty. \n \n Donate now\n \n \n \n \n \n Why you should donate:\n⭐ – Every $1 donated helps provide 3 meals. \n⭐ – Your impact will be DOUBLED with our Anniversary pledge to match every donation. \n⭐ – Your gift helps keep pantries and programs across GCFD’s 800+ community partners stocked with fresh\, nutritious and culturally affirming foods such as produce and perishable items. \n⭐ – And as a thank you\, we’ll name you as a donor on our social media\, because your gift deserves celebration! \n \n Donate now\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Greater Chicago Food Depository\nThis organization has been fighting hunger and its causes since 1979. \nThe GCFD partners with a large network of food pantries\, soup kitchens\, shelters and programs to distribute food and resources for any of our neighbors facing hunger. \nIn addition to providing help to anyone in need\, they support and administer programs tailored towards specific populations. \nIn Spring of this year\, they completed a 38\,000 square-foot facility expansion\, including a prepared meal center with the capacity to create and distribute up to 10\,000 prepared meals daily. \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for 22 years of support for our business\, and for your consideration in helping us benefit the Greater Chicago Food Depository.  \n \n Donate now URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/catalyst-ranchs-22nd-anniversary-fundraiser-for-greater-chicago-food-depository/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Catalyst-Ranch-Anniversary-Fundraiser-2024-gif.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241028 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20240903T195809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T195809Z UID:31827-1729814400-1730073599@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:From Heartbreak to Healing: A Grief Retreat for Women DESCRIPTION:From Heartbreak to Healing:A Grief Retreat for Women\n \n \n \n \n \n Heartbreak to Healing is a two-and-a-half-day grief retreat for women of all ages who are grieving the loss of a loved one.\n  \nWhat if the most impossible loss turned out to set you free in ways you couldn’t imagine? \nWhat if instead of going through loss you could grow through it? \nWhat if you become a more self-actualized\, tapped in\, and tuned in empowered version of yourself\, because of what you’ve been through (not despite it)? \nWhat if love really lives forever and you can learn to continue a relationship with your loved ones on the other side? \nWhat if you didn’t have to go through terrible loss alone or struggle to find the right kind of support or community who understands? \nAll of that is possible for you. You don’t have to go through the grief journey alone. There is a community of healers\, helpers\, and sisters ready to walk beside you\, support you\, and give you the sustainable tools and practices that will make all the difference. \nIf you are a woman who has lost a loved one at any time in any way\, come join us to go from heartbreak to healing!\nHeartbreak to Healing is an uplifting and inspiring two-and-a-half-day grief retreat for women of all ages who are grieving the loss of a loved one. It will be led by Dr Laura Berman\, a seasoned therapist with 30+ years of experience\, a best-selling author\, podcast\, radio\, and television host\, and a grieving mother of her son\, Sammy\, forever 16. She will be joined by a faculty of some of her favorite healers and teachers (more information on faculty below). \nTogether they will guide attendees through a transformative healing weekend with•  lectures•  mediumship•  somatic experiencing•  grief yoga (all levels)•  sound baths\, breathwork\, and other healing & inspiring group activities \n\nAll profits from this event will go to Parent Collective\, a foundation dedicated to parent education around the dangers of social media and fentanyl and parent healing after child loss. \n\n\nFaculty (may be adding a few more):\n\nDr. Laura Berman\, Therapist\, Author & Grieving Mama\nRebecca Rosen\, Medium\nBryan Grijalva\, Fascial and Body Work\, Psychic\, Healer & Visionary\nAnnmarie Chereso\, Mindfulness/Meditation\nTracy Elizabeth Levy\, Grief Writing and Grief Yoga\nKristen Burns\, Somatic Healing\nTina Cameron\, Producer & Healer\nMaria Gonzalez-Terrazas\, Healer\n\n \n Click here for more details and ticket purchasing URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/from-heartbreak-to-healing-a-grief-retreat-for-women/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Class,Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/drlauraberman_griefretreat_catalyst_ranch_2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250329 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20250318T231307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T232504Z UID:32099-1741824000-1743206399@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Vote for Catalyst Ranch for the Summit Awards DESCRIPTION:Vote for Catalyst Ranch as your favorite Chicago venue!\nThe Summit Awards rcognize excellence in Chicago’s hospitality and events industries\, and we’re a finalist in their VENUE category… \nVote for Catalyst Ranch — up to twice per day per email\, through March 28 — to help us snatch the crown! \n \n Vote now URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/vote-for-catalyst-ranch-for-the-summit-awards/ LOCATION:IL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Vote-for-Catalyst-Ranch-Summit-Awards.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20250204T224039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T041008Z UID:31985-1742407200-1742414400@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Impact Grants Chicago — Member Mission Meetup DESCRIPTION:Impact Grants Chicago:\nMember Mission Meetup\nLike its sister chapters in the worldwide Impact 100 network\, Impact Grants Chicago unites at least 100 women\, who each contribute a $1\,000 tax deductible donation\, to collectively award $100K grants to local nonprofits. \nCurrent and prospective members gather at Catalyst Ranch in March to share a meal and discussion. \nFrom the organization: \n \n \n \n \n \n You are invited to a Member Mission Meetup on Wednesday\, March 19\, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to discuss: \nYour ImpactYour InputYour Member ExperienceYour Leadership Opportunities \nTogether\, we will discuss our collective giving impact in Chicago and hear your ideas for our future. We will also share information about how our board operates and leadership opportunities. Women interested in learning more about becoming a member of Impact Grants Chicago are welcome. \nA casual dinner of pizza\, salad\, cookies\, and water will be provided. Feel free to bring a beverage of your choice (BYOB).Glasses\, bottle openers\, and corkscrews will be provided. \nThere is a $20 per member non-refundable fee.Guests who have never been members of Impact Grants Chicago are free. \n \nCatalyst Ranch is an Open Books collection site. Book donations are appreciated. Open Books was a recipient of $100\,000 Impact Grant in 2023. \n \n Register here URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/impact-grants-chicago-member-mission-meetup/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1-impact-grants-chicago-meetup-March-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250402 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20250226T163754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T163754Z UID:32048-1743379200-1743551999@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Niimbus Influencer Innovation Summit DESCRIPTION:Niimbus Influencer Innovation Summit\nEvent Description: \n\nExclusively for decision makers in the influencer marketing industry. \nNiimbus is not your typical marketing conference.\nThe immersive nature of Niimbus allows brand executives to prioritize and elevate the discussions and topics they deem critical\, in real time\, while developing strong relationships with their industry colleagues. \nWhy Niimbus?\nSpend two days whiteboarding\, brainstorming\, troubleshooting\, and validating what’s working\, what’s not\, and what’s next in the influencer industry. \nCollaborate with your peers to solve critical issues like scaling influencer outreach\, standardizing compensation rates\, filling tech stack gaps\, and leveraging talent management. \nCore sessions offer real-time ideating and problem-solving discussions in an intimate setting. Keynotes focus on professional development topics to maximize connection. The event wraps with brand/influencer speed-dating. \nPut your hands in the clay to create the very takeaways you came to discover. \nThen take those leading edge solutions and ideas back to your team to supercharge your results. \n\n \n More event info and registration URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/niimbus-influencer-innovation-summit/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Marketing,Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/niimbus-2025-maverick-mindshare-summit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250412 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20250402T233650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T234020Z UID:32131-1744243200-1744415999@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Crisis Communications Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:Crisis Communications Boot CampPresented by P-World\nP-World returns to Catalyst Ranch with their two-day Crisis Communications Boot Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n From P-World:\n\nThe Crisis Communications Boot Camp is back for its third edition in Chicago\, and it’s our most highly anticipated yet! With fresh speakers\, cutting-edge topics\, and exclusive insights from industry leaders\, this is your chance to equip yourself with the critical skills to navigate today’s most pressing reputational challenges. \nWhy Attend?\n\nExclusive Case Studies: Gain real-world insights from top crisis experts from PwC\, United Airlines\, US Gymnastics\, Walgreens\, IBM\, and more. Learn how industry leaders tackled their most challenging crises and emerged stronger.\nReputational Threats Unpacked: Address today’s most urgent issues—deepfakes\, political polarization\, cancel culture\, and the mounting pressure to take a public stance on sensitive topics.\nEssential Crisis Skills: Discover the power of internal communications\, effective messaging during sensitive issues\, and how Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI) can shape your crisis response.\nMini Workshop with United Airlines: Join United’s top communications team for an interactive session on critical skills every crisis communicator needs and how DEI can strengthen your crisis response.\nFull-Day AI Workshop: Dive deep into AI-powered crisis communications with Peter Heneghan\, former Deputy Director of Digital Communications\, 10 Downing Street. Develop your strategies and sharpen your skills with this hands-on\, immersive workshop.\n\n\nLimited availability; Group discounts available. \n \n Learn more URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/crisis-communications-boot-camp/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Marketing,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/P-World-Crisis-Communications-Boot-Camp-2025-April.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20250509T182721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T213249Z UID:32166-1749664800-1749672000@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:The Big Pivot: HR's Guide to Working Through Uncertainty\, an ImproveIt! Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Big Pivot:HR’s Guide to Working Through Uncertainty\nProfessional and workplace development get a revitalizing spin via improv comedy techniques\, as guided by the pros from improve it! They return to Catalyst Ranch for a high-energy workshop for boosting confidence\, staying grounded\, and leading through uncertainty. \nFrom improve it!: \n \n \n \n \n \n Get ready for a high-energy\, highly interactive experience designed to help you and your team build resilience\, boost confidence\, and thrive in the face of uncertainty. Our seasoned improv facilitators will guide you through hands-on activities and thoughtful debriefs that turn chaos into clarity. \nIn this dynamic session\, you’ll: \n\nGet real about how uncertainty affects you—and learn how to manage stress\nDiscover how to stay grounded and make confident decisions when things feel shaky\nStrengthen your adaptability muscles with creative problem-solving techniques\n\nJoin us for a workshop that will leave you feeling empowered\, energized\, and ready to take on whatever curveballs come your way. This isn’t your average leadership training—it’s an improv-fueled reset for thriving through change. \nThe first 30 attendees will get a free signed copy of Erin Diehl’s (improve it!’s CEO) debut book: I See You! A Leader’s Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy. \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda:\n\n\n\n\n\n6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Working through Uncertainty Workshop\n7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Optional Networking\n\nPurchase tickets and find more information about the event\, improve it! and I See You at the Eventbrite link below! \n\n\n\n\n \n Tickets and additional information URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/the-big-pivot-hr-uncertainty-improveit-workshop/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/improve-it-workshop-event-featured-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T203000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20260118T231552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T224805Z UID:32879-1772647200-1772656200@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:AMA Chicago: Marketing Collaboration Lab 2026 DESCRIPTION:AMA Chicago: Marketing Collaboration Lab 2026\nThe Chicago chapter for the American Marketing Association\, who host their regular Connex networking series at Catalyst Ranch\, return to launch a new event concept on March 4 for AMA members and non-members alike: \n \n \n \n \n \n The Lab creates a collaborative space where expertise meets real-world challenges.\nGet fresh insights and peer-to-peer learning at the first annual Marketing Collaboration Lab! The Lab is an immersive\, ideas-driven experience that brings brand-side marketers and small marketing agencies together for structured\, themed roundtable conversations. \nHosted atCatalyst Ranch\, Chicago’s vibrant creative hub\, the Lab offers a high-energy setting that inspires fresh thinking and authentic connections. \nWhether you’re a marketer actively seeking a new agency partner or simply looking for fresh insights and peer-to-peer learning\, you’ll engage in meaningful conversations that tackle real marketing challenges\, without the pressure of pitches. \nWith multiple rotation sessions and plenty of informal mingling\, the format blends expert facilitation with collaborative problem-solving to spark ideas\, build relationships and elevate your marketing strategy. \nKey Takeaways \n\nA stronger professional network: Engage with specialists and peers in a relaxed\, creative atmosphere that sparks collaboration.\nInsights and tools for managing your current challenges: You’ll choose from multiple hot topics aligned to your pain points\, rotating among the tables that pertain to you.\nInsights and practical strategies you can implement immediately.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegistration: Free and open to all — members and non-members.\n\n \n Learn more and register URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ama-chicago-marketing-collaboration-lab-2026/ 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/2026/01/AMAChicago_Marketing_Collaboration_Lab_2026_WebGraphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T203000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20260210T002351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T002351Z UID:32903-1773941400-1773952200@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:Thursday Therapy - Wedding and Event Industry Networking Night DESCRIPTION:Chicago’s wedding and event professionals unwind and connect at Thursday Therapy\, coming to Catalyst Ranch in March…\n \n \n \n \n \n SAVE THE DATE: March 19\, 2026\nCatalyst Ranch is pleased to welcome the long-running\, monthly get-together for the folks who throw the best parties: Chicago’s wedding and event planners and vendors! \n\nIf you’re looking to meet\, mingle\, and share with other wedding professionals in Chicago\, look no further! \nThursday Therapy provides the perfect agenda-free atmosphere for wedding pros to unwind and connect with friendors old and new. \n\nMore details will be announced by Thursday Therapy organizers about what to expect on March 19\, including food and drink and entertainment. When registration for this FREE event becomes available\, we’ll share the link here\, as well as in our newsletter — Sign up here. \nWe’re can’t wait to see all our wedding and event vendor peers and do our part in providing a fabulous time. See you then! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday Therapy photo by Ed & Eileen Photography URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/thursday-therapy-wedding-and-event-industry-networking-night/ LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\, 656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://playground.catalystranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Thursday-Therapy-Networking-night-for-Chicago-wedding-and-event-professionals.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T071314 CREATED:20210921T155637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T162252Z UID:29926-1778695200-1778702400@playground.catalystranch.com SUMMARY:AMA Chicago: Connex - Networking for Marketers DESCRIPTION:AMA Chicago: Connex – Networking for Marketers\nStay connected through Connex! Chicago’s chapter of the American Marketing Association hosts this series on the second Wednesday of every other month\, bringing together colleagues\, friends\, entrepreneurs and creative professionals from the best companies in the Midwest. Connect will fellow marketers to talk over what’s happening in marketing in small groups. \nRound Robin Discussion Groups\nAt each event\, you’ll rotate tables for short discussions around a hot marketing topic. Experts and topics change for every event\, giving you a new experience and skillset every time. \n \n Tickets and additional information URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ama-chicago-connex-networking-for-marketers/ 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/2025/12/AMA-Chicago-Connex-Catalyst-Ranch-2026.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR