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SUMMARY:CHI thee WED's The Wedding March: OPEN HOUSE
DESCRIPTION:CHI thee WED’s The Wedding March is the Springtime event all engaged couples and wedding vendors are waiting for: This OPEN HOUSE wedding showcase opens the doors to ten West Loop venues\, each of which will feature Wedding Professionals from incredible vendors. \n \nMarch into wedding planning with CHI thee WED to tour several Wedding Venues (and rehearsal dinner locations!) in the West Loop of Chicago! Each venue will be full of Wedding Pro’s showcasing their best work and eager to give you wedding planning advice! \nJoin us on March 10th\, 2019 from 12p-6p for The Wedding March OPEN HOUSE. We will be showcasing not one\, but TWO brand new venues that have never before been seen! Be the first couples to tour these spaces and see what the buzz is all about! \nVenues Include: \n\n\nBridge 410\n\n\nCatalyst Ranch\n\n\nKitchen Chicago\n\n\nFulton Market Kitchen\n\n\nUntitled Supper Club\n\n\nGalleria Marchetti\n\n\nLOW RES\n\n\nNational Hellenic Museum\n\n\nAND DEBUTING (they are SO new you will just have to come visit to see them!): \n\n\nFairlie\n\n\nThe City Hall\n\n\nMore venues to be announced soon! \n \nThis is an open house style wedding showcase. Come and go as you please and start at whichever venue you want! Light bites and cocktails will be provided – plus transportation from Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Co.will be shuttling guests between venues. \nTickets: $10 per person / $20 per couple \nPresented by CHI thee WED and Urban Allure Events \n \nClick here to see more opportunities to visit Catalyst Ranch!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/chi-thee-weds-the-wedding-march-open-house/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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SUMMARY:FREE March Home Buying Info Session and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Home Buying Info Session and Dinner\n\n\n\n\nThinking of becoming a home-owner or investor in 2019? Wondering where to start? Join us for dinner and discussion!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere are many steps in the process of becoming a home-owner; with the right guidance\, this journey should be fun\, empowering and easy to understand. Join realtor Heather Bragg and her finance team to learn the ins-and-outs of looking for a home\, submitting an offer\, arranging financing\, handling the inspection\, understanding an appraisal and other home-ownership details. Dinner will be served. \nThis is a free event. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Heather Bragg is a seasoned broker\, education specialist\, published author\, Huffington Post contributor\, triathlete\, marathoner and accomplished equestrian. Heather merged her desire to help others\, honed after 19 years of serving her community as a special education teacher\, with her sense of entrepreneurship by transitioning her career to real estate several years ago. She used the innate ambitious personality – that served her well in earlier endeavors – to launch and grow her real estate business. Heather is a self-proclaimed “mastery addict” and continuously strives to serve her clients with effectiveness\, efficiency\, positivity and thorough communication. In her free time\, Heather enjoys spending time with her husband\, two sons and one Cavalier King Charles spaniel. \n  \n \nClick here to see more upcoming events at Catalyst Ranch!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/free-march-home-buying-info-session-and-dinner/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
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SUMMARY:OfficeNinjas Admingling: Expanding Your Role
DESCRIPTION:What’s Admingling?\nNetworking for Admins and Workplace Operators in Chicago\, IL\nPowered by collective intelligence\, OfficeNinjas’ Admingling events provide admin pros and workplace operators with the time\, space\, and inspiration to grow their networks and level up their careers. Interesting venues\, unexpected discussion topics\, and delicious food and drinks are all part of Admingling’s secret sauce\, but Ninjas are the key ingredient. \nMore structured than a happy hour but more social than a workshop\, an Admingling event harnesses the power of our community’s collective intelligence. Every after-work event is unique; we work with Ninjas in each host city to pick a space that’s both comfortable and inspiring. Everything from the discussion topics to the cocktails are chosen with local perspective. Attendees share ideas\, trade tips\, and walk away with actionable solutions and a stack of new professional contacts. \n \nThis Quarter’s Theme: Expanding Your Role\nNinjas must identify what they need to stay relevant — and advocate for it.\nWant to see Darwin’s theory in action? Keep an eye on your company’s org chart. The message is simple: adapt\, evolve\, and succeed. As the workplace changes\, a Ninja must continually evaluate their role\, skill set\, and the unique value they bring to the table. \nYou sense that change is on the horizon — maybe you’re already seeing it play out at your company. In this month’s Admingling event\, we’ll discuss how Ninjas can stay ahead of the curve and gain the skills needed to remain competitive and in-demand. \n  \nEnjoy an evening of drinks\, tasty bites courtesy of City Barbecue\, and what promises to be a lively discussion!\n  \nAre you an administrative professional?! Join OfficeNinjas for their upcoming Admingling event on March 19. For more information and to register\, see https://officeninjas.com/admingling-in-chicago/.\n  \n \nOfficeNinjas® recognizes admins and workplace operators for the curious\, engaged\, forward-thinking professionals they are. We exist to provide vital educational content\, vendor vetting\, networking events\, and industry insights to ensure they have every opportunity to lead a valued and fulfilling professional life. \n  \n\nSee more public offerings at Catalyst Ranch by clicking the logo above!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/officeninjas-admingling-2/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
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SUMMARY:Technology for Social Good Panel
DESCRIPTION:On March 21st\, Net Impact Chicago (NIC) is partnering up with Catalyst Ranch to host a Technology for Social Good panel discussion that will explore how various people in non-profits and for-profit organizations work to leverage technology in order to increase social good for communities and society  from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. \nPanelists that work in non-profit\, consulting\, and for-profit will share their wide ranging perspectives and experiences and answer any questions the audience may have. \nSpeakers include:\nDanny Scott (Cara) – Since 2012\, Danny has worked closely with local non-Profit Cara Chicago\, an organization dedicated to shifting the trajectory of joblessness (and many of the issues surrounding it) in Chicago. Both in his role as the Associate President and as a broader advocate of Cara\, Danny has been able to bring additional insight\, perspective\, and resources to Cara\, most recently fostering a connection between his employer\, Slalom\, directly to the work and mission Cara looks to accomplish. \nCameron Croft (All A-Board Alliance and asenda) – Cameron Croft is an active social entrepreneur who believes technology is a powerful force for good. He is the founder of asenda.org and president of the All A-Board Alliance\, where he promotes nonprofit service as essential to developing future leaders. A natural connector and lifelong learner\, Croft’s experience in engineering\, finance\, and education has helped companies like Eventbrite\, SoFi\, Shiftgig and Youtopia launch and expand into new markets. \nCaleb Catalano (Slalom Consulting and University of Chicago’s Urban Education Institute) – Caleb is a passionate analytics thought leader focused on bringing new technology to market in creative and interesting ways. He continues to look for opportunities to partner with non-profit and educational entities to help increase analytics capability and capacity. He is currently a Solution Architect in Slalom Consulting’s Data & Analytics Practice. \nLizzy Engele (LinkedIn) – Lizzy is an activist\, creative\, and life-long learner in the corporate and social impact communities. She is the co-founder and executive director of MakerGirl\, a 501c3 that has educated over 3\,000 girls in STEM\, and she uses her nonprofit knowledge at LinkedIn as a Nonprofit Account Executive. She is a member of Park Community Church where she serves in the children’s ministry\, and she also enjoys staying active and biking. Her passion for technology stems from how she’s witnessed its capability to bring people together for economic opportunity as well as building and supporting visionary companies. \nThe panel will be moderated by Ben Hwang\, a member of the Net Impact Chicago Leadership Team. \nFood and drinks will be provided. \nReach out to info@netimpactchicago.org if you have any additional questions.  \n \n  \nNet Impact is an international community of more than 30\,000 changemakers who are using our jobs to tackle the world’s toughest problems. We put our business skills to work for good in every sector\, showing the world that it’s possible to make a net impact that benefits not just the bottom line\, but people and planet too. \n  \nFor more opportunities to visit Catalyst Ranch\, click here to see our upcoming Public Events!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/technology-for-social-good-panel/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ignite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in March
DESCRIPTION:Folks born on March 26 are PASSIONATE\, ENERGETIC\, ARIES…ES. Arieses. No\, Aries. Just Aries.\nIgnite Chicago flies again on March 26\, and they’re definitely a *FIRE* sign!\n \n\nIgnite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in March 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 \nAttending this evening’s Ignite Chicago does good for the city and for your neighbors. All proceeds from Ignite Chicago at Catalyst Ranch in March go toward funding the volunteer-run\, nonprofit organization CoderDojoChi\, which teaches web\, game and app development to youth ages 7 to 17. So when you buy your ticket to expand your mind at Ignite Chicago\, you effectively contribute to expanding the minds of young people in our beloved city! \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 at Catalyst Ranch in March 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 \n\n \nFind out more about the maestro behind both Ignite Chicago and CoderDojoChi\, Ali Karbassi\, by clicking here!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/ignite-chicago-at-catalyst-ranch-in-march/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women and Wealth: How to Preserve What You Treasure
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Ranch is happy to welcome the women of the Kellogg Executive Women’s Network (KEWN) for their March seminar: Women and Wealth: How to Preserve What You Treasure. \n \n  \nIn honor of Women’s History Month\, KEWN wishes to recognize and honor the great strides that women have made in the past few decades. Women build businesses\, lead nations\, contribute to their communities and have a powerful voice in local and global issues. Representing more than half of the U.S. population\, American women are better educated\, paid more and live longer than ever before. As a result\, they have become one of the world’s most powerful economic forces\, not only in terms of what they spend\, but also in terms of their increasing wealth. \nJoin KEWN for an Important Discussion on Women and Wealth: How to Preserve What You Treasure\nAt every stage in life\, you are faced with financial challenges – investing in a home\, contributing to a college fund\, caring for family members and saving for retirement. Making the right financial decisions can be life-changing for you and your family. Managing wealth is about your life and the things you treasure most as well as the relationships\, interests and goals that bring you joy. Putting all of these elements at the heart of your long-term wealth management strategy helps ensure that you achieve the personal goals and financial outcomes you envision. And there is no time like the present to identify goals and priorities and the financial strategies needed to achieve them. \n  \nJoin us for an informative and interactive session led by Gwen Cohen\, First Vice President\, Wealth Adviser\, Morgan Stanley\, and Kellogg alumna\, designed to help you identify and prioritize your goals at every life stage and then begin to build a personalized plan that helps maximize your probability of achieving the goals you have for yourself and those you treasure\, however life unfolds. \nWe hope you can join us and bring your questions! \n\nAbout our Guest Speaker\nGwen Cohen has dedicated her 30 year career to serving the financial needs of individuals\, multi-generational families and small business owners in the Chicago area and throughout the country. Gwen was deeply influenced by the values of her great grandmother\, Ida Satisfield\, who strongly encouraged every person – especially women – to be financially confident and responsible in their financial decisions. With Ida as her inspiration\, Gwen set out to follow a profession where she could educate her clients about important financial concepts and strategies\, helping to make a significant and profound impact on the quality of their lives. \nHer passion for helping her clients is equaled only by her dedication to family and community. A strong believer in “giving back\,” Gwen currently services as a Board Chair of Roosevelt University’s College of Performing Arts\, WTTW’s Advisory Council and the Goodman Theatre Spotlight Society Advisory. She is a former board member of the Chicago Foundation for Women\, the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana and Camp CEO (Girl Scouts)\, as well as Morgan Stanley’s Diversity Council and the Kellogg Alumni Council. She enjoys volunteering her time with Taylor Street Farms\, Breakthrough Ministries Gardening Team and Unity in Chicago’s Platform Team. \nGwen earned her undergraduate degree in Business from Tuskegee University and her M.B.A. from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. Gwen has received numerous distinctions and professional accolades from the Chicago Foundation for Women\, the Department of the Army and Morgan Stanley. Most recently\, she was recognized as a 2016 MAKER at Morgan Stanley\, an award that honors game-changing women leaders within the firm and the industry. Throughout her career\, Gwen has been profiled in a variety of media outlets\, including the Chicago Sun-Times\, N’Digo\, Chicago Defender\, Chicago Metro News\, Black Enterprise\, Ebony magazine and WTTW’s “Chicago Tonight”. \n \nThis event is for Kellogg women alumnae interested in connecting\, staying in touch and sharing information that will help us grow\, learn and support each other professionally and personally. \n\nSee all of Catalyst Ranch’s Public Events here!
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/women-and-wealth-how-to-preserve-what-you-treasure/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
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SUMMARY:CreativeMornings: Breakfast and a Talk\, with Shilpa Alva
DESCRIPTION:CreativeMornings: Breakfast and a Talk\, with Shilpa Alva\nMarch 29\, 8:30am – 10:00am\n \n  \nCreativeMornings organizes stimulating talks over coffee and nosh\, always for FREE and open to everyone. This month the Chicago chapter of this international breakfast lecture series for the creative community comes to Catalyst Ranch\, giving the mic to Shilpa Alva\, Founder and Executive Director of Surge for Water. \n \nIn 2008\, CreativeMornings was born out of a desire for an ongoing\, accessible event for New York’s creative community. The concept was simple: breakfast and a short talk one Friday morning a month. Every event would be free of charge and open to anyone. \nToday\, attendees gather in cities around the world to enjoy fresh coffee\, friendly people\, and an international array of breakfast foods. Volunteer hosts and their team members organize local chapters that not only celebrate a city’s creative talent\, but also promote an open space to connect with like-minded individuals. \nFrom design legends to hometown heroes\, speakers are selected by each chapter based on a global theme. CreativeMornings‘ Chicago team is seven years strong and host at Catalyst Ranch for the second time with Shilpa Alva. \nCreativeMornings remains free thanks to the support of local partners\, generous venues\, and longterm global partners. \nEveryone is welcome. \nEveryone is creative. \nJust register beforehand to reserve your spot. \nClick below to RSVP\, beginning Monday March 25!\n \n\nCreativeMornings March Theme: Water\nIt’s the main source of all life. The lifeblood element that makes up 60% of our bodies.\nIt’s the liquid that we don’t drink enough of\, yet waste effortlessly.\nIt’s home to millions of species\, mysteries\, and undiscovered knowledge.\nWe know more about the stars in the sky than the depths of our oceans.\nWe can use it to save lives. If used foolishly\, it can take lives.\nWe think there is an abundance\, yet only one percent can be touched. If we don’t protect our waters\, then what will happen to life? \nAbout the Speaker\nShilpa Alva is the Founder and Executive Director of Surge for Water\, a Chicago based nonprofit organization that has provided safe water and sanitation solutions to 1 million people in 11 countries. The spark that led Shilpa to the founding of Surge\, started when she was just 7 years old\, while visiting extended family in India. However\, after graduating from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Chemical Engineering\, she joined the Corporate world. From here\, she enjoyed rapid early career success\, earned her MBA\, and continued up the Corporate ladder. \nEventually\, Shilpa came to the hard realization that she was not living in true alignment with her purpose. This led to Surge’s eventual founding and to her leaving a successful career and secure lifestyle. This leap of faith has lead to great things\, both through the joy she experiences in her daily purpose-driven life and through the communities who benefit from Surge’s work every single day. In addition to her passion for safe water and global development\, Shilpa loves to travel to new countries\, read\, practice yoga\, meditate\, and dance offbeat. \nEveryone is creative. \nA creative life requires bravery and action\, honesty and hard work. We are here to support you\, celebrate with you\, and encourage you to make the things you love. \nWe believe in the power of community. We believe in giving a damn. We believe in face-to-face connections\, in learning from others\, in hugs and high-fives. \nWe bring together people who are driven by passion and purpose\, confident that they will inspire one another\, and inspire change in neighborhoods and cities around the world. \nEveryone is welcome. \n \n\n\nSee more public offerings at Catalyst Ranch by clicking the logo below.
URL:https://playground.catalystranch.com/event/creativemornings-breakfast-and-a-talk-with-shilpa-alva/
LOCATION:Catalyst Ranch\,  656 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
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