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SUMMARY:The Suitcase Kitchen Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Suitcase Kitchen\n \nTouring and travel in general is tough on your body and your wallet. But what if you were able to cook delicious affordable options on the road the way YOU like it? Food allergies and dietary restrictions make it hard to eat well while on tour\, but you could whip up a meal in no time with your Suitcase Kitchen. \nThe Suitcase Kitchen is filled with all the gear and basics to cook while you are on the road. There are lots of ways to go about building yours and this class is designed to inspire and educate you to make those calls. \nWe’ll share recipes\, strategies\, and the tricks of the traveling chef and…\n\n\n\nOrigins of the Suitcase Kitchen – From conception to application and some funny stories\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive cooking demonstration with fun\, healthy and easy recipes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEconomics and logistics of building the Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere to shop and how to keep track of your build out\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to travel and adjust your Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeeping it clean – tricks and tips for cleaning up and maintaining a well organized Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComplimentary recipe cards\n\n\n\nAs the class begins The Stone Soup Chef (Patrick Nelson) will greet you. There is no commercial kitchen\, just a suitcase and a conversation. As the class begins Patrick will begin to unpack and set up his kitchen.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/the-suitcase-kitchen-workshop/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Suitcase Kitchen Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Suitcase Kitchen\n \nTouring and travel in general is tough on your body and your wallet. But what if you were able to cook delicious affordable options on the road the way YOU like it? Food allergies and dietary restrictions make it hard to eat well while on tour\, but you could whip up a meal in no time with your Suitcase Kitchen. \nThe Suitcase Kitchen is filled with all the gear and basics to cook while you are on the road. There are lots of ways to go about building yours and this class is designed to inspire and educate you to make those calls. \nWe’ll share recipes\, strategies\, and the tricks of the traveling chef and…\n\n\n\nOrigins of the Suitcase Kitchen – From conception to application and some funny stories\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive cooking demonstration with fun\, healthy and easy recipes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEconomics and logistics of building the Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere to shop and how to keep track of your build out\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to travel and adjust your Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeeping it clean – tricks and tips for cleaning up and maintaining a well organized Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComplimentary recipe cards\n\n\n\nAs the class begins The Stone Soup Chef (Patrick Nelson) will greet you. There is no commercial kitchen\, just a suitcase and a conversation. As the class begins Patrick will begin to unpack and set up his kitchen.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/the-suitcase-kitchen-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Suitcase Kitchen Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Suitcase Kitchen\n \nTouring and travel in general is tough on your body and your wallet. But what if you were able to cook delicious affordable options on the road the way YOU like it? Food allergies and dietary restrictions make it hard to eat well while on tour\, but you could whip up a meal in no time with your Suitcase Kitchen. \nThe Suitcase Kitchen is filled with all the gear and basics to cook while you are on the road. There are lots of ways to go about building yours and this class is designed to inspire and educate you to make those calls. \nWe’ll share recipes\, strategies\, and the tricks of the traveling chef and…\n\n\n\nOrigins of the Suitcase Kitchen – From conception to application and some funny stories\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive cooking demonstration with fun\, healthy and easy recipes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEconomics and logistics of building the Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere to shop and how to keep track of your build out\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to travel and adjust your Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeeping it clean – tricks and tips for cleaning up and maintaining a well organized Suitcase Kitchen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComplimentary recipe cards\n\n\n\nAs the class begins The Stone Soup Chef (Patrick Nelson) will greet you. There is no commercial kitchen\, just a suitcase and a conversation. As the class begins Patrick will begin to unpack and set up his kitchen.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/the-suitcase-kitchen-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Circles of Gold: How to Network for Success
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\nFor many people\, the word “networking” conjures up images of forced conversations\, dreary conferences or cold calls. So they avoid it—to their peril. \n“Circles of Gold®: How to Network for Success” is a workshop designed to give you simple\, practical and actionable ideas to build relationships that net results while honoring the people you already know. By attending this workshop you’ll discover how to: \n\nIdentify your mission—what is it you want to accomplish?\nDefine and expand your network (you know way more people than you think!)\nCraft your message so people understand how they can help you—and how you might help them\n\nWho should attend? \n\nYoung professionals who struggle with networking\nMid-career professionals who are stalled and want to jump-start their careers\nEntrepreneurs who rely on referrals and want to increase profitability\nAnyone who resists networking and wants to have a breakthrough\n\nFacilitator: Vickie Austin is a woman on a mission\, redefining networking since 1997 when she founded CHOICES Worldwide. Devoted to making a difference in the workplace\, Vickie speaks\, coaches\, consults and writes about business and career success. She is president of the 2016-2017 National Speakers Association of Illinois and committed to creating world where people “love what they do and do what they love.” \nCost: $25 (snacks provided) \nBonus opportunity: Vickie will be signing copies of her book Circles of Gold: Honoring Your Network for Business and Career Success\, offered at a 20% off discount! \nFAQs \nWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? \nThe event venue is walking distance from Ogilvie Transportation Center and the “L.” Catalyst Ranch validates parking for the lot at 180 N Jefferson. The validation of $10 is payable at Catalyst Ranch\, good for when you leave the parking lot. Validation is good for 10 hours. \nThere is also street parking on front of the building–try your luck! \nHow can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nVickie Austin\, vaustin@choicesworldwide.com or 312-213-1795 \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets are non-refundable. \nIs my registration fee or ticket transferrable? \nYes \nIs it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/circles-of-gold-how-to-network-for-success/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Networking
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SUMMARY:Circles of Gold: How to Network for Success
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\nFor many people\, the word “networking” conjures up images of forced conversations\, dreary conferences or cold calls. So they avoid it—to their peril. \n“Circles of Gold®: How to Network for Success” is a workshop designed to give you simple\, practical and actionable ideas to build relationships that net results while honoring the people you already know. By attending this workshop you’ll discover how to: \n\nIdentify your mission—what is it you want to accomplish?\nDefine and expand your network (you know way more people than you think!)\nCraft your message so people understand how they can help you—and how you might help them\n\nWho should attend? \n\nYoung professionals who struggle with networking\nMid-career professionals who are stalled and want to jump-start their careers\nEntrepreneurs who rely on referrals and want to increase profitability\nAnyone who resists networking and wants to have a breakthrough\n\nFacilitator: Vickie Austin is a woman on a mission\, redefining networking since 1997 when she founded CHOICES Worldwide. Devoted to making a difference in the workplace\, Vickie speaks\, coaches\, consults and writes about business and career success. She is president of the 2016-2017 National Speakers Association of Illinois and committed to creating world where people “love what they do and do what they love.” \nCost: $25 (snacks provided) \nBonus opportunity: Vickie will be signing copies of her book Circles of Gold: Honoring Your Network for Business and Career Success\, offered at a 20% off discount! \nFAQs \nWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? \nThe event venue is walking distance from Ogilvie Transportation Center and the “L.” Catalyst Ranch validates parking for the lot at 180 N Jefferson. The validation of $10 is payable at Catalyst Ranch\, good for when you leave the parking lot. Validation is good for 10 hours. \nThere is also street parking on front of the building–try your luck! \nHow can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nVickie Austin\, vaustin@choicesworldwide.com or 312-213-1795 \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets are non-refundable. \nIs my registration fee or ticket transferrable? \nYes \nIs it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/circles-of-gold-how-to-network-for-success-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Networking
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SUMMARY:Circles of Gold: How to Network for Success
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\nFor many people\, the word “networking” conjures up images of forced conversations\, dreary conferences or cold calls. So they avoid it—to their peril. \n“Circles of Gold®: How to Network for Success” is a workshop designed to give you simple\, practical and actionable ideas to build relationships that net results while honoring the people you already know. By attending this workshop you’ll discover how to: \n\nIdentify your mission—what is it you want to accomplish?\nDefine and expand your network (you know way more people than you think!)\nCraft your message so people understand how they can help you—and how you might help them\n\nWho should attend? \n\nYoung professionals who struggle with networking\nMid-career professionals who are stalled and want to jump-start their careers\nEntrepreneurs who rely on referrals and want to increase profitability\nAnyone who resists networking and wants to have a breakthrough\n\nFacilitator: Vickie Austin is a woman on a mission\, redefining networking since 1997 when she founded CHOICES Worldwide. Devoted to making a difference in the workplace\, Vickie speaks\, coaches\, consults and writes about business and career success. She is president of the 2016-2017 National Speakers Association of Illinois and committed to creating world where people “love what they do and do what they love.” \nCost: $25 (snacks provided) \nBonus opportunity: Vickie will be signing copies of her book Circles of Gold: Honoring Your Network for Business and Career Success\, offered at a 20% off discount! \nFAQs \nWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? \nThe event venue is walking distance from Ogilvie Transportation Center and the “L.” Catalyst Ranch validates parking for the lot at 180 N Jefferson. The validation of $10 is payable at Catalyst Ranch\, good for when you leave the parking lot. Validation is good for 10 hours. \nThere is also street parking on front of the building–try your luck! \nHow can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nVickie Austin\, vaustin@choicesworldwide.com or 312-213-1795 \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets are non-refundable. \nIs my registration fee or ticket transferrable? \nYes \nIs it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/circles-of-gold-how-to-network-for-success-3/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170615T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170615T200000
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SUMMARY:How to Attract and Retain Millennials
DESCRIPTION:Why are Millennials leaving you such a rapid rate? What does it take to attract them? How can you keep your top talent engaged and performing once hired?\nJoin us for a discussion and Q&A with Millennial expert\, Aaron Levy. Aaron will share his insights on the problem of Millennial turnover\, highlight the underlying motivations driving Millennial behavior and provide strategies you can use today to attract and engage Millennials in the workplace. \nCome and uncover a new perspective on how you can better attract and engage with Millennials in the workplace. \nObjectives: \n1) Identify the impact of Millennial disengagement and gain insights into the Millennial mindset \n2) Explore the generational differences and why Millennials are truly a different generation \n3) Leave with steps you can take to attract and engage Millennial talent \nAgenda:\n 6:00 – 6:30 PM Networking and drinks\n 6:30 – 7:30 PM Discussion and Q&A\n 7:30 – 8:00 PM Additional networking
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/how-to-attract-and-retain-millennials/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170627T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170627T203000
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SUMMARY:Get Attune with June - Come to Ignite Chicago and Let Summer Rip!
DESCRIPTION:Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd.\nSpeaking at Ignite is an unforgettable experience. You step up to the mic. Your palms sweat. You can hear the thump of your blood rushing. Your voice cracks for an instant and then you launch into a rant for 300 straight seconds\, wearing your passion on your sleeve\, barely pausing to breathe. The crowd goes wild. \nIgnite Chicago is open to everyone. All talks are 5 minutes (20 slides x 15 seconds/slide).\n \nThere is no theme for Ignite. You can talk about virtually anything as long as you can show us your passion for it. What’s the thing you most geek out about? What’s the topic of conversation that quickens your pulse and sets your toe a-tappin’? That is what we want to hear you speak about. \nAll speakers get equal time and equal billing. All talks are 5 minutes. You create 20 slides\, and we set them up to auto-advance every 15 seconds. \nWant to speak?\nThe audience at Ignite is generous and patient. They know the Ignite format is difficult\, and they realize you might be an absolute beginner at public speaking. Don’t worry – they’ve got your back. You’re giving them your passion and your vulnerability\, and they love you for that. You won’t find a more appreciative audience at any other event. \n\n\nSome people think Ignite is about self-help talks. It isn’t. Nobody wants to hear a preachy pep talk. We’re already “good enough and smart enough\,” so let’s keep this about you and your passionate ideas. \nFinally\, we’re serious about the no pitching thing. We know that sometimes a speaker must mention their profession in order to give their talk context\, which is totally fine. But Ignite is not the place to tout your organization or to troll for clients.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/get-attune-june-come-ignite-chicago/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ignite Chicago,Meetup,Networking
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