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SUMMARY:Andrew Yang for President 2020 Humanity First Tour Chicago Rally
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Ranch welcomes Andrew Yang for President 2020 Humanity First Tour Chicago \n \n2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang is coming to Chicago!\n\nOne of the most exciting candidates in the 2020 US Presidential Election\, Andrew Yang (D) is looking to bring his experience as a successful tech entrepreneur and innovator to the White House. \nIn 2011 he founded Venture for America\, and spent the last 6 years helping to create more than 2\,500 jobs in cities like Cleveland\, Detroit\, and Pittsburgh. \nAndrew realized artificial intelligence threatens one-third of all jobs\, and that we need a vision for a radically different future. In The War on Normal People (April 2018)\, he explains this crisis\, arguing for The Freedom Dividend\, $1\,000 a month for every American adult\, a central pillar of his platform. \nJoin hundreds of other members of the Chicago community as Andrew makes his Humanity First tour around the country! \nYou can learn more about Andrew’s platform here\, and check out his features in the New York Times\, Huffington Post\, and CNBC – or podcasts with Ezra Klein and Sam Harris. \nWe hope to see you there! \n\nDoors open at 6pm. Event goes from 6:30-8pm. Food and beverages will be served.\n \nAndrew Yang for President 2020 Humanity First Tour Chicago is open to the public. See all of Catalyst Ranch’s Public Events here!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/andrew-yang-for-president-2020-humanity-first-tour-chicago-rally/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rally
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SUMMARY:Vela Facilitating: Ignite Your Organization's Voice - Learn to Build a Story!
DESCRIPTION:Vela Facilitating hosts a FREE one-night workshop to guide organizations in focusing their voice and creating a dynamic narrative for the company: Ignite Your Organization’s Voice – Learn to Build a Story! \nIgnite Your Organization’s Voice – Learn to Build a Story!\n \nA good story can do wonders for an organization: from use in development to social media engagement. More than that\, it can also unite team members behind a common goal and strengthen the work environment.\nJoin us for a vibrant workshop designed to awaken your creative energy at work.  Our arts-based practice will lead you through interactive exercises in writing and oral storytelling to identify an evocative narrative for your organization. Practice your listening skills and learn how to capture attention in this introductory workshop. \n\nLearn how arts-based leadership can revive your team\nIdentify story structures that can keep your audience engaged\nTake away a fresh perspective on your tried and true stories of impact\nTrain yourself to look for new stories as they happen\n\nVela Facilitating‘s Stephanie Chavara leads this FREE\, one-night workshop. \n  \n \n  \nClick here to see all Public Event offerings at Catalyst Ranch!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ignite-organizations-voice-learn-build-story/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Socks & Shampoo Drive
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Ranch welcomes all guests and neighbors to bring in items to donate to Sarah’s Circle during our Socks & Shampoo Drive. \n \nWhat: Socks & Shampoo Drive\, a seasonal collection of goods for donation\nWhere: Catalyst Ranch\nWhen: Monday\, November 5 through Friday\, December 14\nBenefiting: Sarah’s Circle\, a Chicago non-profit serving women who are homeless or in need of a safe space.\nWe’re asking for:\n\n\nNEW\, cold-weather socks\n\n\nTravel-size shampoo\n\n\nWe’ll welcome other greatly-needed items such as other warm clothes in size XL and above; and travel-size conditioner\, deodorant and toothpaste. **A complete list of items sought can be found here.\n\n\nSarah’s Circle is a Chicago organization that has been serving women who are homeless or in need of a safe space. Located in Chicago’s Uptown Community\, Sarah’s Circle has provided support for thousands of women since 1979. With temperatures dropping\, their supply needs are more specific. \nSarah’s Circle provides an updated list of all items currently needed here. Though Catalyst Ranch is asking for specifically New\, cold-weather socks and Travel-size shampoo\, we will gladly accept any of these other listed items. Be aware of their stipulation: \n*Because of limited storage space we only accept clothing in good condition and that is appropriate for the current season. Donated clothing should be clean and folded when delivered. Larger clothing sizes (XL\, XXL\, 3XL) are especially needed. We are currently only accepting clothing sizes 12+ and sensible shoes sizes 8+ at this time. Men’s clothing is also accepted. \n \nPlease consider visiting Catalyst Ranch for any of the events found here: Workshops and Special Events Open to the Public\, and bring any Socks\, Shampoo and other items to our collection box. We’ll bring all Socks & Shampoo Drive donations to Sarah’s Circle‘s Daytime Support Center at 4838 N. Sheridan Rd in the Uptown neighborhood after December 14.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/socks-shampoo-drive/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Donation Collection Drive
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SUMMARY:Catalyst Ranch's Sweet 16 Anniversary Party!
DESCRIPTION:Due to overwhelming response\, we are no longer accepting RSVP’s.\nWe’re ecstatic about your interest in celebrating with us\, so please feel free to explore our fantastic vendors in the meantime!\nAnd do CLICK HERE to explore more great opportunities to visit us this month!\n\n  \nCatalyst Ranch’s Sweet 16 Anniversary Party happens Monday\, November 5! \nFamily\, Friends and Fans are all welcome for this FREE celebration of our years of hosting Creativity and Innovation and Festivities here in Chicago’s West Loop! \nCatalyst Ranch’s Sweet 16 Anniversary Party!\nDate: Monday\, November 5 \nTime: 5:30pm-8:30pm \nPlace: Chicago’s Most Creative Meeting and Event Space: Catalyst Ranch \nWe are supported by the heroic staff behind these talented vendors: \nIncredible Food: Big Delicious Planet \nSignature Cocktail and Bar Service: TriStar Catering \nSweet 16 Dessert: West Town Bakery \nDJ: AZ Entertainment \nFloral Arrangements: Flowers for Dreams \nPhotography: Studio Finch Photography \nFresh Cotton Candy: Von Poof \nLive Magic: Sean Masterson \nVintage Apparel Pop-up Shop: See Jane Sparkle \nWe encourage all attendees to bring an item to donate to our Socks & Shampoo Drive benefiting Sarah’s Circle\, a Chicago non-profit serving women who are homeless or in need of a safe space.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/catalyst-ranchs-sweet-16-anniversary-party/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary Party
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: How to Create the Perfect Meeting Energizer!
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Ranch continues its series of quarterly lunch-hour workshops focused on the ins and outs of Meeting Planning with Lunch & Learn: How to Create the Perfect Meeting Energizer! \n  \nWe are the authority on everything Meetings-related\,\nand we invite Retreat Programming Coordinators\, Meeting Planners\, Administrative Assistants and everyone in between to get insider insight over a delectable meal. \n \nLunch & Learn: How to Create the Perfect Meeting Energizer!\n \nMeetings too easily veer into Boring. Before you know it\, the entire room of team members has zoned out\, and you can say goodbye to comprehension and engagement with the mission of the meeting! \nThe Energizer is the secret weapon to shake things up and add a twist to the proceedings\, and consultant and facilitator Kortney Peagram\, Ph.D.\, can help you master the art of it all. Energizers can be a great way to break down barriers to communication\, build trust and collaboration\, and inspire innovative thinking and creative problem solving… and they’re super easy to do! Join us for this interactive Lunch & Learn\, and you will leave with new tips and tricks for implementing exciting new energizers in your meetings\, as well as having the opportunity to try a couple out yourself. So\, let loose and have fun. The activities will be experiential-based and applicable to your next meetings and beyond! \nThere are only 25 spots available for this workshop on Energizers. \nAdmission price of $10 includes a mouth-watering meal (from our catering partner Big Delicious Planet) as well as all ticket surcharges. Please purchase your admission by Friday\, October 26!\n*Please email bryan@catalystranch.com with any dietary restrictions\nClick here to purchase admission!\nAbout the Facilitator\n \nDr. Kortney Peagram is the President and Owner of Peagram Consulting and Bulldog Solution. Dr. Peagram works with organizations to provide programs on leadership\, conflict management\, team building\, group management\, diversity\, compassion\, bullying\, and cyberbullying. Dr. Peagram’s speaking engagements and workshops are engaging with applicable strategies for her audience. Dr. Peagram consults\, writes\, facilitates\, and presents on topics that focus on workplace behaviors. \nDue to her experience in the field\, Dr. Peagram was featured as an expert on Fox News in November 2017\, NPR Radio on September 2017\, PBS in January 2016\, Fox 32 News Chicago in January of 2015 and May 2014. By blending her education\, facilitation\, and passion\, she delivers professional and effective programs. \n\nLearn more about Chicago’s Most Creative Meeting and Event Space Catalyst Ranch!\n 
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/lunch-learn-create-perfect-meeting-energizer/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Ignite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in October
DESCRIPTION:Ignite Chicago Returns to Its Usual Haunt\nThe Sheer Volume of Ideas is SPOOKY!\n \n\n  \nIgnite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in October 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.\n  \n \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. \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 for tickets.\n \nAll proceeds from Ignite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in October go towards funding the  volunteer-run\, nonprofit organization CoderDojoChi\, which teaches web\, game and app development to youth ages 7 to 17.\n \nFind out more about the maestro behind both Ignite Chicago and CoderDojoChi\, Ali Krabassi\, by clicking here
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ignite-chicago-catalyst-ranch-october/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago
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SUMMARY:Chicago Ideas Week: Redefining Being Human in a Tech-Centered World
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Ideas Week returns to Catalyst Ranch this October with one of hundreds of events across the city. Their series of Labs continues with Chicago Ideas Week: Redefining Being Human in a Tech-Centered World. Chicago Ideas Labs bring together small groups for an exclusive\, first-hand look into what happens behind the scenes at some of the most innovative companies\, community leaders and institutions around Chicago. This Lab held at Catalyst Ranch will push you to reinterpret the limits of possibility within yourself and others. \nChicago Ideas Week: Redefining Being Human in a Tech-Centered World\nIn the next 20 years\, as much as 47 percent of all employment in the US might be automated. If that statistic strikes fear in your heart\, meet Liberationist. A consultancy firm centered around change\, they focus on reframing mindsets\, emotions\, and behaviors in order to break down resistance to coming change. \nFacilitated by Gustavo Razzetti\, Chicago Ideas Week: Redefining Being Human in a Tech-Centered World will challenge us to redesign the role of humans in a tech-driven world. Explore how humans and technological innovations can collaborate rather than compete. Through games\, self-reflection\, brainstorming\, and other hands-on activities at creative workspace Catalyst Ranch\, you’ll learn about the possibilities for technology to make our jobs more human\, and bring out the best in us.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/chicago-ideas-week-redefining-being-human-in-a-tech-centered-world/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chicago Ideas Week,Workshop
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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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SUMMARY:improve it! 2018 Q4 Business Improv Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Ranch welcomes back this 2018 Chicago Innovation Award nominee with the improve it! 2018 Q4 Business Improv Workshop! \n \nAre you a business professional who would like to learn creative techniques to think more quickly on your feet during a meeting or at a presentation? Are you a leader or manager looking to enhance collaboration across your team? Are you the type of person who is always trying to be the best version of yourself? \nMost importantly\, are you the kind of person who likes…FUN?!?\nThen\, say no more! Come join improve it! in our 2018 Q4 Business Improv Workshop on Leadership\, and you’ll learn the healing powers of improvisation for the workplace. \nOur energetic and unique workshop will highlight the impact that improvisational techniques can have on your communication skills\, and overall professional presentational presence! (Try saying that five times fast.) \nOver the course of two hours\, you will participate in an interactive lecture and series of improvisation-based exercises led by professional improvisers. By the end of the workshop we guarantee you will have learned and practiced how to: \n\nCommunicate ideas clearly to your peers\nTrust your first instinct rather than overthink\nReceive and respond to feedback more easily\nTune into your own brand of spontaneity!\n\n \nThe workshop will be led by improve it!’s founder\, Erin Diehl\, and three of improve it!’s professional improvisers — all who have trained and performed at top theaters in Chicago and around the United States. The workshop will provide you with an intimate\, and hands-on experience to show you exactly what we do. \nWhat do we do? We’re glad you asked…\nimprove it! LLC is a Chicago-based company that provides high-energy\, laughter-filled corporate events & team building workshops that incorporate improvisation teams & techniques\, while donating a portion of proceeds to charity. To learn more about improve it! visit www.improveitchicago.com. \nSound good to you? Great! We’ll see you there.\nAdditional Details for improve it! 2018 Q4 Business Improv Workshop: \nTime: October 9th. Registration opens at 6:00 p.m. and the workshop will begin promptly at 6:15 p.m. \nContact the organizer: Please contact Erin Diehl\, founder of improve it! with any questions at info @improveitchicago.com.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/improve-it-2018-q4-business-improv-workshop/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:improve it!
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SUMMARY:Doctors Without Borders Recruitment Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Ranch hosts this regional Doctors Without Borders Recruitment Info Session. \n \nEvery day\, Doctors Without Borders/ Médecins Sans Frontières aid workers from around the world provide assistance to people whose survival is threatened by violence\, neglect\, or catastrophe—treating those most in need regardless of political\, religious\, or economic interest. Whether an emergency involves armed conflicts or epidemics\, malnutrition or natural disasters\, Doctors Without Borders is committed to bringing quality medical care to people caught in crisis.\n \nOn Tuesday\, October 2nd\, medical and non-medical professionals are invited to join us for an evening presentation to learn more about how you can join Doctors Without Borders’ pool of dedicated aid workers.\nAn aid worker and Field Human Resources Officer will discuss requirements and the application process\, and you’ll meet experienced Doctors Without Borders aid workers from the area and hear their firsthand stories of “life in the field.” \nThe FREE presentation will last 90 minutes\, including Q&A.\n\n\nDoctors Without Borders recruits: \nMedical Personnel: \n\nphysicians\nnurses\nmidwives\n\nOperating Room Personnel: \n\nsurgeons\nOBGYNs\nanesthesiologists\nnurse anesthetists\noperating room nurses\n\nPara-Medical Personnel: \n\nepidemiologists\nmental health specialists\npharmacists\nlaboratory technicians\nhealth promoters\n\nNon-Medical Personnel: \n\ntechnical logisticians\nwater sanitation specialists\nsupply logisticians\nfinancial administrators\nhuman resources administrators
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/doctors-without-borders-recruitment-info-session/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:The Secrets of The Crystal Rainbow Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Secrets of The Crystal Rainbow & Making Your Dreams Come True are workshops designed by Pe’er Pla’ot from Israel.\n \nIn The Secrets of The Crystal Rainbow & Making Your Dreams Come True workshops\, you will have the opportunity to create a personal and intimate connection with one of the most powerful healing entities that exists on the planet based on ancient shamanic rituals from the Magical Galilee\, located in Northern Israel.\nBy working with an individual crystal\, from the sacred Mount Meron in Israel\, we will reveal its embracing and gentle nature\, aligning us with its essence\, thus allowing us to increase emotional harmony in our everyday lives. \nEach participant will work with a specific crystal that was synced in advance with her/his specific energies. (Upon registration\, a full name and picture is required) \nThe workshop consists of a deep energetic journey using shamanic tools and approaches towards harmonious everyday living and emotional management. \nEmail Pe’er to set up a private consultation before or after the workshop at: peer.plaot@gmail.com.\n(Available times 10-11am or 5-6pm) \nPe’er Pla’ot has been a facilitator and educator for over 7 years facilitating his workshops throughout the world. He offers personal “Rainbow Waterfall” treatments for the retrieving of emotional harmony\, along with crystal emotional healing workshops. He received his training from the Center for Shamanic and old feminine ways. He lives in Kfar Vradim\, located in the Galilee of Northern Israel. \nThere are workshops on two consecutive days\, September 29th (The Secrets of the Crystal Rainbow) and 30th (Making Your Dreams come True).  There is a discount for signing up for both. \nSeptember 29th Workshop Ticket\nSeptember 30th Workshop Ticket\nSeptember 29th and 30th Workshops Tickets (both)\n 
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/secrets-of-crystal-rainbow-workshop/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Lunch&Learn: How to Create a Perfect Meeting Agenda!
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Ranch presents Lunch&Learn: How to Create a Perfect Meeting Agenda!\, the first in a series of quarterly lunch-hour workshops focused on the ins and outs of Meeting Planning. \nWe are the authority on everything Meetings-related\,\nand we invite Retreat Programming Coordinators\, Meeting Planners\, Administrative Assistants and everyone in between to get insider insight over a delectable meal. \n \nAn Agenda that Moves: Designing Participant-Centered Meetings\nDollars spent on a meetings expense are the least of a meeting’s actual costs. The time spent at your meeting has to be worth its weight in the cost of taking the participants away from their other responsibilities. Join seasoned facilitator Sara K. Schneider to learn what goes into designing an agenda that takes your participants productively and memorably from where they start out to where you want them to be. \nCome for a delicious lunch from Catalyst Ranch’s premiere catering partner Big Delicious Planet\, and walk away with the principles behind crafting a meeting agenda which creates the template for action back at the office. \nThere are only 20 spots available for Lunch&Learn: How to Create a Perfect Meeting Agenda! What’s the cost of admission to this crash course in Agenda Design? Just sign up\, and on the day of the event bring a book donation for Open Books. Catalyst Ranch will deliver all donations. \nPlease RSVP by Friday\, Sept 21.\nClick here to reserve your spot!\nAbout the Facilitator\n \nTrained at Yale and NYU\, Sara K. Schneider\, Ph.D. has consulted to corporations\, foundations and educational institutions\, as well as professional associations and consulting firms. She has designed learning experiences for Accenture consultants and served as the Director of Teacher Leadership at NLU before returning to full-time consulting. With Sara’s support\, her clients and their retreat participants have refined their problem-solving\, cultivated teamwork\, and renewed their sense of wonder. Her various clients have deepened what they know about strong retreat and meeting design from collaborating with her. \n  \n\nLearn more about Chicago’s Most Creative Meeting and Event Space Catalyst Ranch!\n  \n 
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/lunchlearn-create-perfect-meeting-agenda/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Camp Boundless Game Night!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled night of tabletop games of all kinds! Pull up a chair to Camp Boundless Game Night!\n \nCamp Boundless Game Night! makes camp at Catalyst Ranch to introduce all those who have heard of these popular games—such as Settlers of Catan\, Pirate’s Cove\, Dungeons & Dragons\, and more—but haven’t yet made the leap! Experienced game leaders will provide guidance and explain rules for games you’ve always wanted to try. \nAnd gathering with friends around a tabletop game wouldn’t be the same without sharing pizza and beverages. Admission includes this essential fuel for gameplay! \nThis night is specifically geared to first timers!\nCHOOSE THE GAMES YOU’RE CURIOUS ABOUT\nWe’re bringing some of the most playable\, interesting\, and engaging games around; games you’ve always wanted to try. Revolutionary strategy games from all different eras. The hot new tabletop favorites. \n \nClick the Menu above to purchase tickets and then vote for the games you want featured! Make three to seven selections\, and we’ll make our Game Night out of your choices!* \n​*Don’t worry if you don’t know the rules; we’ll teach ’em to you right then and there.\n \n  \n  \nThis Camp Boundless Game Night pop-up event will awaken the player in you and may start a new healthy addiction. Better dust your coffee-\, card-\, and dining room tables at home: After attending this event\, they can expect to get a whole lot more attention! \n  \n \nCamp Boundless offers a variety of engaging\, hands-on experiences for adults who want to explore\, learn and grow. All of our events are a chance to disconnect from your phone and reconnect with discovery. Try new activities\, meet new people\, play games and laugh. Rediscover your childlike imagination and curiosity. \nDon’t stop growing just because you’re grown-up!\nFor more information about Camp Boundless and our Annual All-Day Play Camp\, check out our website! \n\nLearn more about Chicago’s Most Creative Meeting and Event Space Catalyst Ranch!\n 
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/camp-boundless-game-night/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp Boundless
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SUMMARY:Ignite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in September
DESCRIPTION:Ignite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in September\n \n  \nIgnite Chicago 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.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n \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. \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 for tickets.\n \nAll proceeds from Ignite Chicago go towards funding the  volunteer-run\, nonprofit organization CoderDojoChi\, which teaches web\, game and app development to youth ages 7 to 17.\n \nFind out more about the maestro behind both Ignite Chicago and CoderDojoChi\, Ali Krabassi\, by clicking here
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ignite-chicago-catalyst-ranch-september/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago
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SUMMARY:Use your Next Leadership Retreat to Launch a Transformation: Learn the Process
DESCRIPTION:Use your Next Leadership Retreat to Launch a Transformation: Learn the Process\n \nSeptember 24\, 2018\n12 noon to 4:30\n$150\nClick here to register!\nNeed to launch a new way of being together with those you work with? Is it vital that your team\, organization\, or merging groups become more aligned\, enthusiastic and creative together\, in order to achieve something important to you? \nLearn a powerful 6-question coaching model for using the focal point of a leadership retreat — or series of meetings — to create a process that launches a transformation in mindset and behavior – and may result in unpredictable outcomes. Great for leaders of new initiatives\, newly merged groups or organizations\, leaders in new roles\, and leaders who need those in their team or organization to collaborate at a higher level of purpose and creativity to achieve more ambitious outcomes. \nWhether you are taking on a new role\, team\, or initiative\, or\, you want to initiate a reset\, raising the level of energy\, results or sense of mission within your organization\, a leadership retreat can be a pivotal investment in your success. How you engage with participants can make all the difference. How you speak about\, plan\, prepare for and conduct this particular meeting can be a transformative process. “Retreat” may stimulate thoughts of exotic locales\, lengthy slide presentations and seemingly frivolous exercises. However\, a retreat can be a transformative tool for setting a new tone and direction\, impacting how people communicate and think about their roles and how they work together. It can expand what’s possible for your organization and how it operates. \nIn essence\, a Transformational Leadership Retreat process is a coaching intervention for a group or organization. \nIn this seminar\, you will learn and work with a powerful planning model\, based on 6 key coaching questions. The questions\, and the seminar discussions and exercises guide you in utilizing a retreat event as a focal point for a process designed to create sustainable behavior change\, a shift in mindset and actions. The process involves leadership getting in touch with the urgency for change\, clarifying outcome measures\, and\, based on that determining what information\, preparation\, agenda\, content\, communication\, learning\, and new practices and structures are needed to create and maintain the changes. \nIn this highly interactive session\, you will:\n\nLearn and work with a powerful model designed to create behavior change\, based on 6 key questions that will change the way you think about retreat planning.\nHear how other leaders benefitted from this process to shift the way team members think about their roles\, the team\, and how it operates\, and infuse new energy\, enthusiasm\, creativity\, commitment into how they work and what’s possible together\nLearn how the way you think about\, plan\, speak about\, conduct the retreat\, and the routines\, practices\, structures of support established and honored afterward can lead to unpredictable outcomes\nApply what you are learning as you begin the process of creating a future retreat\nIdentify structures to put in place\, and structures within the organization that may be impediments to change\nUnderstand your role as facilitator or leader of this process\n\nThis session is highly recommended for leaders:\n\nIn new roles\nOf newly formed teams\nWho wish to set a new direction\nOf merged organizations\nWho need people to operate at a higher magnitude of creativity\, collaboration\, efficiency\, or customer focus\nWho need to transform a situation\, a culture\n\n“Engaging Jackie and Anil to assist in the process to transform the way we think about our work together in the Office of Advancement was a key step in our continuous improvement journey. During our staff retreat\, they helped us to identify organizational and cultural barriers to success. They helped also to build a new vocabulary that supports shared accountability for improvement.” \nRegina D. Biddings-Muro\, Vice Chancellor\, Advancement\,  \nPurdue University Northwest \nTuition includes light lunch\, and brief networking as we begin\, workbook with planning questions for each step of the process\, group conference follow up call with the presenters to support your success. \nPlease plan to arrive at Catalyst Ranch by 11:45 to get your lunch\, and get settled! \nTo get the most out of the session\, consider inviting your leadership team to attend with you–This event is great for groups! \n  \nLeadership Retreat Coaches \nAnn and Jackie are seasoned leadership and transformation consultants who have worked with leaders to create\, launch\, sell\, and implement successful transformation initiatives. They have served leaders and groups at privately-held\, public sector\, not-for-profit\, and Fortune 100 organizations in most industries\, including: communications\, consumer products\, education\, healthcare\, finance\, manufacturing\, medical products\, pharmaceutical\, professional services\, publishing\, retail\, telecommunications\, utilities. Their clients include Abbott\, Accenture\, The American Society of Anesthesiologists\, Bank of America\, Comcast\, Deloitte\, Ford Motor Company\, Grant Thornton\, GE Capital\, Hollister\, PepsiCo\, Purdue University Northwest\, Navistar\, The United Nations\, University of Illinois at Chicago\, World Bank\, and many others. \nAnn Van Eron\, Ph.D.\, MCC\, fosters open-minded conversations for unparalleled relationships\, results and well-being with leaders\, teams and organizations.  She is the founder of Potentials\, a global coaching and organization development consulting firm with over 30 years of experience coaching leaders and working with teams and organizations all over the world.  Ann supports people in creating positive and productive relationships and enhancing awareness using her tested OASIS Moves® process.  Ann is the author of OASIS Conversations: Leading with an Open Mindset to Maximize Potential.  She creates and facilitates team and leadership development programs for organizations including the UN\, Ford Motor Company\, New York-Presbyterian Hospital and The World Bank. She is certified as a Master Coach and has a doctorate in Organization Psychology from Columbia University.  Clients include Fortune 100 companies\, government and nongovernmental organizations and privately held organizations.  She works with Caterpillar\, GE Capital\, Cleveland Clinic\, Chubb Insurance\, Accenture\, Oshkosh Corporation\, Tennessee Valley Authority\, Korn Ferry\, Consumers Union\, Group Health Cooperative and many more. www.Potentials.com\, www.OASISConversations.com \nAvaneron@Potentials.com  312-856-1155 \n  \nJackie Sloane specializes in enhancing the ability of leaders to achieve significant results and greater well-being through how they engage others\, communicate\, and cultivate relationships.  She has over 25 years’ experience in executive coaching\, leadership development\, communication\, and engagement consulting. The Generative Leadership Communication program she developed has been credited with unleashing creativity and innovation\, and reducing production time at client organizations. She has served leaders\, teams and groups at privately-held\, nonprofit\, and Fortune 300 firms in a variety of industries\, including academia\, consumer products\, financial\, manufacturing\, professional services\, pharmaceutical\, medical/medical products\, publishing\, and retail. She has created and delivered leadership retreats\, culture change\, engagement consulting\, and leadership and professional development programs for Abbott\, Accenture\, Comcast\, Deloitte\, Grant Thornton\, Hollister\, Navistar\, PepsiCo\, Purdue University Northwest\, University of Indianapolis Alumni Association\, Lincoln Park Business Development Institute\, Navistar\, PepsiCo\, University of Illinois at Chicago\, and many client organizations. She is a graduate of University of Illinois at Chicago\, holds two coach certifications\, including Certified Ontological Coach and Master Certified Coach\, has a Certificate in the Executive Team Alignment Process and is certified by the Center for Creative Leadership to facilitate use of the Center’s assessment tools. She has completed many coaching\, leadership and communication programs. She is a mentor for Chicago Innovation. www.sloanecommunications.com \n  \nQuestions? For more information: \n\nOn this seminar\, \nTo discuss working with Ann and Jackie to create a transformational leadership process for your own organization\, \nOr\, to schedule an internal session on this topic for your organization\, email: jackie@sloanecommunications.com or call 773-465-5906.\n\nTuition includes light lunch\, and brief networking as we begin\, workbook with planning questions for each step of the process\, group conference follow up call with the presenters to support your success. \n$150 per person \nTo get the most out of the session\, consider inviting your leadership team! \nPreregistration reflection: \nPlease come to the session having thought about: Why is there an urgent need for transformation in my/my client’s organization? What’s at stake? \nClick here to register!\n$10 parking available with Catalyst Ranch validation at LAZ Parking on Lake St. between Jefferson and Des Plaines. More transportation and parking information here \nNOTE: Registration in advance required to ensure appropriate amount of course materials and for catering order.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/use-your-next-leadership-retreat-launch-transformation-learn-process/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Ignite Talks Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in August
DESCRIPTION:Set Off the Spark or Come for the Show at Ignite Talks Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in August!\n \nIgnite Chicago in August 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 August. 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. \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 for tickets. \n \nAll proceeds from Ignite Chicago go towards funding the  volunteer-run\, nonprofit organization Coder Dojo\, which teaches web\, game and app development to youth ages 7 to 17.\nFind out more about the maestro behind both Ignite Chicago and Coder Dojo\, Ali Krabassi\, by clicking here!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ignite-talks-chicago-catalyst-ranch-august/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago
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SUMMARY:CreativeMornings FREE event: Breakfast and a Talk with Jenna Benn Shersher
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast and a Talk! CreativeMornings Live with Jenna Benn Shersher\n \nThe Chicago chapter of this international breakfast lecture series for the creative community comes to Catalyst Ranch\, giving the mic to Jenna Benn Shersher\, a 36-year-old cancer survivor and Founder and Executive Director of Twist Out Cancer. \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 first time with this event. \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 here to start registering on Monday Aug 20!\n \nCreativeMornings Manifesto\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. \nAbout the Speaker\nJenna Benn Shersher\, the Founder and Executive Director of Twist Out Cancer\, is a 36 year old cancer survivor\, civil rights advocate\, world traveler and tiny twister who dreams big. In December 2010\, Jenna was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder called Grey Zone Lymphoma that at the time affected fewer than 200 people. Instead of surrendering to cancer\, she was determined to find meaning in her suffering. In the course of her fight\, Jenna figured out creative ways to leverage social media to process her experience\, and in turn create a community that became invested in her fight. In the course of a year\, Jenna battled cancer and founded the nonprofit Twist Out Cancer. \nJenna’s story was selected as a top ten best read by Mashable. She is a blogger for the Huffington Post and has made television appearances on all major media outlets\, including CNN\, NBC5\, CBS\, ABC7\, WGN and Fox News. She has also been featured in the New York Times\, LA Times\, Wall Street Journal\, Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun Times. Jenna is a mentor angel with Imerman Angels\, and was an Honored Hero and advocate for Team in Training and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She is an ROI fellow with the Schusterman Foundation and serves on the board of the Anti-Defamation League. Jenna received her Bachelor’s degree from McGill University in Montreal\, Canada and her Masters in Social Enterprise and Administration from Columbia University. She resides in Philadelphia with her husband Dr. David Shersher and their daughter Noa Pearl who is a miracle.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/creativemornings-free-event-breakfast-talk-jenna-benn-shersher/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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SUMMARY:A FREE Evening of Meditation Through Music - Love America Tour
DESCRIPTION:A FREE Evening of Meditation Through Music – Love America Tour\n \nThis class will teach the basics and benefits of meditation\, guided by Sahaja Yoga. Our two sessions on August 16th and 17th will cover the basics of Meditation through Music. \nMeditation is best understood as a state of ‘mental silence’ in which one is fully alert and aware but free of the unnecessary thoughts or worries that lead to many of life’s daily stresses. \nThis state of silence occurs spontaneously when one learns how to focus on the experience of the present moment\, leading to a state of peace and calm. Through a simple process known as self-realization\, this meditation state can be quickly established\, maintained and most importantly\, enjoyed! \nParticipants in our workshops will learn the practical techniques of meditation\, and how to immediately apply it on a daily basis.\n  \n \n  \n  \nLove America is bringing meditation instructors from around the world to the United States\, to share the benefits of meditation as a freely given community service. Meditation is now widely accepted and practiced across the country. Many know the benefits but lack the opportunity or motivation to take the first step. Our trained volunteers will visit major cities across the USA offering free\, easy access classes in workplaces and in the community. \nOur instructors consist of young people from across the world who because of their respect for the great qualities that the USA has advocated and espoused in the last century\, have come to the US to share their experiences with meditation and knowledge of inner peace. \nClick the poster below for tickets!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/a-free-evening-of-meditation-through-music-love-america-tour/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180802T200000
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SUMMARY:The Worst Business Model In The World Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Worst Business Model In The World: A New Kind Of Guide For A New Kind Of Entrepreneur\nThere’s never been a better time to be an entrepreneur. The question is\, what kind of entrepreneur will you be? Writer\, marketer\, and entrepreneur Danny Schuman has interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs who are out on their own\, doing what they love and what they’re good at\, but could use some tools and strategies to build a business around that passion and expertise. His new book\, The Worst Business Model in the World: A New Kind of Guide for a New Kind of Entrepreneur\, is based on these interviews and his own experience as a founder. \nIn this interactive session\, Schuman will present and workshop three simple steps from the book that can help you achieve the kind of entrepreneurial success that fills your wallet and feeds your soul. The objective is to help you do all the things you’re good at with less pain\, enough profits\, and more joy.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/worst-business-model-in-world-workshop/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180731T200000
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SUMMARY:Did July About Having a Fear of Public Speaking?
DESCRIPTION:Come Conquer Your Fear & Speak at Ignite Chicago!\n \nIgnite Chicago in July 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 July. 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/did-july-about-having-a-fear-of-public-speaking/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180718T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180718T193000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180626T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
CREATED:20180605T223726Z
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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:20180619T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
CREATED:20180612T022849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T022849Z
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SUMMARY:improve it! 2018 Q3 Business Improv Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business professional who would like to learn creative techniques to think more quickly on your feet during a meeting or at a presentation? Are you a leader or manager looking to enhance collaboration across your team? Are you the type of person who is always trying to be the best version of yourself? \nMost importantly\, are you the kind of person who likes…FUN?!?\nThen\, say no more! Come join improve it! for their 2018 Q3 Business Improv Workshop on Presentation Skills\, and you’ll learn the healing powers of improvisation for the workplace. \nThis energetic and unique workshop will highlight the impact that improvisational techniques can have on your communication skills\, and overall professional presentational presence! (Try saying that five times fast.) \nOver the course of two hours\, you will participate in an interactive lecture and series of improvisation-based exercises led by professional improvisers. By the end of the workshop we guarantee you will have learned and practiced how to: \n\nCommunicate ideas clearly to your peers\nTrust your first instinct rather than overthink\nReceive and respond to feedback more easily\nTune into your own brand of spontaneity!The workshop will be led by improve it!’s founder\, Erin Diehl\, and three of improve it!’s professional improvisers — all who have trained and performed at top theaters in Chicago and around the United States. The workshop will provide you with an intimate\, and hands-on experience to show you exactly what we do.\nWhat do they do? We’re glad you asked…\nimprove it! LLC is a Chicago-based company that provides high-energy\, laughter-filled corporate events & team building workshops that incorporate improvisation teams & techniques\, while donating a portion of proceeds to charity. To learn more about improve it! visit www.improveitchicago.com. \nSound good to you? Great! We’ll see you there.\nAdditional Details for improve it! 2018 Q3 Business Improv Workshop\, “Presentation Skills” \nTime: June 19th. Registration opens at 6:00 p.m. and the workshop will begin promptly at 6:15 p.m. \nContact the organizer: Please contact Erin Diehl\, founder of improve it! with any questions at info @improveitchicago.com.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/improve-it-2018-q3-business-improv-workshop/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:improve it!,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180529T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
CREATED:20180501T001252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T001252Z
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SUMMARY:May the Force Be With You This Month at Ignite Chicago!
DESCRIPTION:May the Odds Be Ever In Your Favor!*\n \n*We know we’re mixing movies\, but we couldn’t help ourselves! \nIgnite Chicago in May 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 May. 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 \n \n\n*We know we’re mixing movies\, but we couldn’t help but use the May puns!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/may-the-force-be-with-you-this-month-at-ignite-chicago/
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180514T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
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SUMMARY:The Basics of Role Playing Games
DESCRIPTION:An exclusive event for People Leaders\nAn introduction to The Basics of Role Playing Games\nand possible applications in the workplace \nWhen wrestling with today’s workplace challenges\,\nWhat Do You Do? \nHave a seat at the table with comrades facing common ordeals! Create your own Dungeons & Dragons – style fantasy environment. Build characters\, set goals\, gain experience and roll the dice.\nDuring your adventure together\, simulate your most arduous roles\, make high risk choices\, walk in another’s shoes\, and innovate solutions using only your imagination! \nThen\, reflect on how the game lessons parallel real-world matters and apply them towards an actionable work plan. \nThe innovative form of learning and development that millennials have been waiting for.\nNo two games are ever the same. \n \nHere’s 7 examples of what may transform during our game:\n\nCompany values and culture into fantasy realms\nSkills and competencies into super hero powers\nGoals and complex processes into mazes and matrices\nStrategies and vision into quests\, fate\, and destiny\nMarketplace competitors into opposing forces (or allies!)\nMulti-dimensional workforce into adventurers\nWorkplace challenges into magic\nAnd more……\n\nBring this spirit of adventure and imaginative learning to your workplace! \nDon’t be left without a seat! \nThe business case for fantasy play\nSatisfy your adult business brain. Role Playing Games (RPG’s) bring ideas to master your workplace challenges and engage your workforce. Download our whitepaper\,  watch this Ted Talk and note the cool kids who caught on early. Then\, surrender to your imagination! \nAnd caution: it may surprise you.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/the-basics-of-role-playing-games/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp Boundless,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180512T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
CREATED:20180430T220330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180502T014652Z
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SUMMARY:Take Your Parent to Camp Day
DESCRIPTION:Free Parent Care? Who doesn’t love that?!\nTake Your Parent to Camp Day\nHey Kids! Looking to have some fun on a Saturday afternoon\, but not sure how to keep your parents occupied? With the support of our friends from Camp Boundless & Steve & Kate’s Camp\, we’ve got you covered! You and your folks will be able to choose from a variety of activities\, like stop motion animation\, finger knitting\, fashion design & cartoon making! Plus we’ll have giant-sized Jenga\, Connect 4 and Mancala. Kiddos\, stop by anytime with your parent(s) and drop them off in the Polka Room. Once the adults get acclimated\, the kids will join us in the ChaCha room to get the party started! \n \nClick the pics for the Facebook event page\nor click below to reserve your FREE spot!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/take-your-parent-to-camp-day/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp Boundless
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180413T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180413T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
CREATED:20180306T235604Z
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SUMMARY:improve it! 2018 Q2 Business Improv Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business professional who would like to learn creative techniques to think more quickly on your feet during a meeting or at a presentation? Are you a leader or manager looking to enhance collaboration across your team? Are you the type of person who is always trying to be the best version of yourself? \nMost importantly\, are you the kind of person who likes…FUN?!?\nThen\, say no more! Come join improve it! in our 2018 Q2 Business Improv Workshop\, and you’ll learn the healing powers of improvisation for the workplace. \nOur energetic and unique workshop will highlight the impact that improvisational techniques can have on your communication skills\, and overall professional presentational presence! (Try saying that five times fast.) \nOver the course of two hours\, you will participate in an interactive lecture and series of improvisation-based exercises led by professional improvisers. By the end of the workshop we guarantee you will have learned and practiced how to: \n\nCommunicate ideas clearly to your peers\nTrust your first instinct rather than overthink\nReceive and respond to feedback more easily\nTune into your own brand of spontaneity!\n\n \nThe workshop will be led by improve it!’s founder\, Erin Diehl\, and three of improve it!’s professional improvisers — all who have trained and performed at top theaters in Chicago and around the United States. The workshop will provide you with an intimate\, and hands-on experience to show you exactly what we do. \nWhat do we do? We’re glad you asked…\nimprove it! LLC is a Chicago-based company that provides high-energy\, laughter-filled corporate events & team building workshops that incorporate improvisation teams & techniques\, while donating a portion of proceeds to charity. To learn more about improve it! visit www.improveitchicago.com. \nSound good to you? Great! We’ll see you there.\nAdditional Details for improve it! 2018 Q2 Business Improv Workshop: \nTime: April 13th. Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. and the workshop will begin promptly at 8:15 a.m. \nContact the organizer: Please contact Erin Diehl\, founder of improve it! with any questions at info @improveitchicago.com.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/improve-2018-q2-business-improv-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:improve it!
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180405T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
CREATED:20180307T020830Z
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SUMMARY:Your Money Matters - Finance 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Financial Literacy 101 is a workshop for Millennials to learn how to save money and plan for the future\, by empowering them financially with financial education. \nWorkshop 101 is a financial literacy workshop with a mission to educate 1 Million Families by 2020.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/money-matters-finance-101-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180322T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T090817
CREATED:20180215T032827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T032827Z
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SUMMARY:Hacking Habits and Crushing Goals with Office Ninjas
DESCRIPTION:Everything you do—from the way you manage your to-do list to your email response routine—determine the trajectory of your career. Are those habits propelling you forward or holding you back? \nWhether you need to maintain positive career habits or ditch the duds\, we’ve got you covered with research\, strategy\, tech tools\, and our most powerful resource—your fellow Ninjas! \nEnjoy an evening of drinks\, tasty bites\, and what promises to be a lively discussion! \n \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. \nAre you an administrative professional?! Join OfficeNinjas for their upcoming Admingling event on March 22nd. For more information and to register\, see https://officeninjas.com/admingling-in-chicago/.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/hacking-habits-and-crushing-goals-with-office-ninjas/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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