Events

Join us on March 10, 2017 for the Chicago Meetings & Hospitality Industry's 9th Annual St. Pat's BASH! 

When: Friday March 10, 2017 (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.)

Where: Hard Rock Cafe Chicago (in the tent)

Why: Fun & Networking with Chicago's top meeting and event professionals

Attire: Business Casual or Casual as this is a FUN event  (wearing anything green encourage but not necessary)

Watch the videos of the St. Pat's BASH

2016 Here's Chicago Meeting & Event Industry St. Pat's BASH from hereschicago on Vimeo.

Expected attendance: 

400 meeting, event & hospitality professionals. 

Schedule:

The event is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Networking: 5 - 7 PM 

Hat Guys: 7 – 9:00 PM

Menu:

Corned Beef Sandwiches

Chef’s Choice of Slider

Santa Fe Spring Rolls

Chili

Tupelo Chicken Tenders

Mini Hot Dogs

Green Beer and Wine

Cash Bar begins at 8:00 PM

Please thank our host and sponsors:

Hard Rock Café, Edward Fox Video/Photography, Celebration Authority Oxygen bar, US Poker & Casino Parties, Windy City Linens, The Hat Guys, Shannon Rovers, PSAV, Teambonding

Registration required.  This  private event is for those currently and actively working in the event & hospitality industry event.  No family members or professional party crashers please.  This event is not for outbound travel or tour operators.  Our event staff reserves the right to politely ask you to leave.

Like our Hospitality Fest page for details or visit our website at www.hospitalityfest.com 

Come join over 500 of your industry colleagues at this fun, but, productive event as you stroll through the aisles from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and find new ideas for your upcoming events. There will be plenty of food and beverage, networking, f&b samplings, giveaways and entertainment.

Be sure to stay afterwards for the networking reception following at 6: 30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the terrace sponsored by Gibson’s Restaurant Group.

What: Hospitality Fest 2017

Where: Montgomery Club Chicago

When: Wednesday August 16, 2017

Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Watch the video from Hospitality Fest 2016

Hospitality Fest 2016 from hereschicago on Vimeo.

Schedule:

4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

• Come for the food, drinks, networking and fresh ideas presented by our table sponsors for your upcoming meetings, group outings and events. Participating table sponsors will also be providing exclusive group deals and/or giveaways at this year’s event. You’ll meet with Chicago’s top planner preferred venues, activities and service providers who are eager to help you make your events an absolute smash!

• Visit with Chicago’s leading industry associations and get all of your questions answered about the benefits of becoming a member.

• This is the perfect time to find your holiday party venues and ideas as well!

• The first 100 qualified meeting and event planners to register will receive a $25 gift card from Gibson’s Restaurant Group. You will be notified if you were in the first 100 to register.

6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• Stay for the reception and network with fellow meeting and event professionals on the terrace. Food and beverage sponsored by Gibson’s Restaurant Group.

"Hospitality Fest exposed us to an audience that did not necessarily see the Museum of Science and Industry as a meeting and event venue. We received 82 business cards. Yes we are returning next year. We feel the audience is a quality audience that will lead to booked event business in the future."

Stan Hansen, Museum of Science & Industry/Sodexo

A belated thank you for the opportunity to represent WINiT at your inaugural Hospitality Fest in Chicago! It was certainly valuable.  New members joined and networking opportunities opened up for existing members.  Anytime we can spread the word about our incredible organization and meet new organizations, is wonderful!

Dawn Repoli, Director of Program Management, Mentor Program Facilitator, WINiT-WomenInTravel, Inc.

Once again.  Thank you for having us!  It was a great event.  Looking forward to attending next year.

NICOLE S. BERRY, Marketing Manager, Regional Transportation Authority

Thank you so much for another incredible event! It was an absolute joy to represent Ravinia amongst so many talented and creative individuals in the event industry. As a young professional, it was so wonderful to make connections (while having so much fun)!

I just wanted to reach out and thank you and your team for an outstanding event! Looking forward to the next,

Jamie Mangiameli, Groups Assistant, Ravinia

Oh my GOODNESS! What a great event on Wednesday!!!!

Thank you so much for having us be a part of this awesome event.

We loved doing the photo and video AND having a table at the event.

I talked to so many great people! You always have the best events!

Can we please do the same for next year?

We would love to sponsor a table, do video and photo for you again!

Jessica Lindberg, Event Sales/Marketing Communications Manager, Edward Fox Photography & Video

 

If you would like more information on becoming a table sponsor at Hospitality Fest 2017, please visit: www.hospitalityfest.com  

Join Viper Alley

Escape the formal and ordinary look and feel of a traditional meeting space for your next Corporate Seminar, Team Building Event, or Employee Recognition Awards Dinner. Take a tour through our warm, casual, and upscale “Industrial Chic” atmosphere while enjoying complimentary drinks and appetizers. Meet our staff and start planning your next event or holiday party.

Who Should Attend

• Meeting and Event Planners
• Human Resources
• Those who plan Team Building Events, Keynotes & General Session Openers, Award & Recognition Functions, and Holiday Parties

Enter to win our “Date Night” gift basket.

Estimate value $350

For more information contact:

Lindsey Stanton at 847-499-5009 | Lindsey@viper-alley.com

RSVP to: info@viper-alley.com by October 2^nd, 2017

Business Ledger DuPage Hospitality Expo 2017 

Join JD Gershbein on the evening of Thursday, October 26, 2017 for the SERIES PREMIERE of his Internet TV show, THE BIG BANTER WITH JD GERSHBEIN, which will be filmed in front of a LIVE audience at the iconic Hard Rock Cafe in Chicago. (The content will be edited and archived online for viewing.)

Billed as the FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND SOCIAL BUSINESS VARIETY SHOW, The Big Banter combines education, entertainment, and networking.

Panel Discussion:

"BUILDING ENGAGED AND ENLIGHTENED COMMUNITIES"

Panelists:

JIM GRILLO, CMP: Founder, Here’sChicago.com

VINCE WILLIAMS: Membership Director, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

BETH PETERSON: Founder, The Yummie Network

TONY PAOLELLA: Founder,  Tony P’s Networking Events

WENDY LEE: Chicago Chapter Director, The Co-Opvertising Network

Moderator:

JD GERSHBEIN

To learn more about the vision of the show, and claim your spot at the taping, please visit https://www.thebigbanter.com