This event is sold out with over 850 Chicago area meeting & event professionals in attendance.  Stay tuned for our upcoming event at Hofbrauhaus in November 2015.  

SUMMERTIME DAYDREAM

Join Here’s Chicago and Food For Thought to revel in an evening of food, drink, live music and summer fun!

Tuesday, August 18th from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm at The Field Museum

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hors d’oeuvres & libations
Stanley Field Hall

6:30 pm - 8:30pm
Enjoy savory and sweet food stations & more bevvies
Northeast Terrace with its skyline views

Designs from HMR Designs, Hall’s Rental, BBJ Linen and Frost Chicago. Photo Booth from Celebration Authority. Entertainment by Audley Reid. Photography by Edward Fox Photography.

The 7^th Annual 2015 DuPage Hospitality EXPO on October 8^th at Abbington Distinctive Banquets is just DAYS AWAY ... we have over 80 exhibitors and over 600 registered attendees to date

Click here for details & to register

How do you become the obvious choice in a crowded market?

The landscape of the world continues to change, and only those who evolve their business with it will thrive in today's economy.

Peter Sheahan and his associate Julie Williamson recently completed a multi-year study of the companies that have succeeded in the ever-changing marketplace. On October 14, they will be sharing the common denominator of these companies' success in their new presentation: "Matter: How to Move Beyond the Competition and Become the Obvious Choice."

We and our partners at Summits Chicago invite you to join us for this exclusive event at the Summits' new venue in downtown Chicago, on October 14 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. There are 100 seats, and we hope you will be in one of them.

For more event details and to RSVP, please visit https://petersheahanpresents.splashthat.com/

Mark your calendars for this Be Educated event as we recount Event Nightmares, like only event professionals can, and the lessons learned in Risk Management and Contingency Planning!

With ComedySportz as the stage, at least we can laugh about it now!

For more information or to register, visit: ISES Chicago Event Nightmares

SAVE THE DATE! November 12th … get your tickets NOW!

For all details, visit 2015 Business Ledger Hospitality Expo 2015

Please join your event & hospitality colleagues for an evening of networking, freshly brewed beer and authentic German cuisine!

The 24^th Annual BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, the USA’s largest evening holiday celebration, welcomes the 2015 holiday season to Chicago with a day of fun activities for the whole family and an evening tree-lighting parade along North Michigan Avenue.                        

The celebration features appearances by iconic Disney characters Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and their friends from the Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida; live musical performances and celebrity appearances, including Verve Records’ new Pop/Soul/Funk phenom Charles Perry; and special offers at district hotels, stores, restaurants and attractions.

For more information, visit what you need to know about the the 24th Annual BMO Harris Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

ATTN: Meeting, Event and Hospitality Professionals. Yes.....you!

Join us for the 9th Annual Chicago Meetings and Hospitality Industry's St. Pat's BASH at Fremont located at 15 W. Illinois Street in the heart of Chicago's River North.

When: March 17, 2016 (St. Patrick's Day)

Where: Fremont, 15 W. Illinois Street, Chicago, Il 60654

Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

This is an all inclusive private meeting & hospitality industry event including FOOD, FUN, NETWORKING & BEVERAGES!

Watch the video of last year's St. Pat's BASH!

Space is limited. 350 max capacity. We recommend registering today.

Early Bird: $29/p.p* (register by March 1, 2016)

After March 1, 2016: $39/p.p.*

*plus 10% processing fee

ATTN: Meeting, Event and Hospitality Professionals. Here's Chicago APPRECIATES YOU...Yes, All Of You!

In the eyes of the Chicago Wolves and the Village of Rosemont, you are a VIP in every sense of the word, and we would like to thank you with a special invitation to our first-ever Here's Chicago Hospitality & Tourism Appreciation Night.

The Wolves will go head-to-head with rival Rockford IceHogs at the Allstate Arena on Wed., March 30, 2016.  Grab one (1) guest to help us celebrate.

When: Wednesday, March 30, 2016 

Where: Allstate Arena 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont, IL 60018 Home of
the four-time league champion Chicago Wolves.

Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Complimentary transportation:

As a VIP, we want you to arrive in style. Be sure to register early to save a spot on the ABC Transportation Services Deluxe Motor Coach leaving Harry Caray's (Kinzie St.) at 4:45p.m. Wine and beer included.***

If the Blue Line is more convenient, we ask you to register too as a complimentary shuttle will be picking you up from the Rosemont Blue Line stop and dropping you off at the Allstate Arena.***

If you are taking your own transportation, make your way to the Northwest side of the arena to park.***

This is an all inclusive private meeting & hospitality industry event
including networking, complimentary food, beverages, a Chicago Wolves hockey game, and gift bags from MB Financial at Rosemont and Fashion Outlets of Chicago for those who attend.

Be the first 25 guests to register and receive an exclusive picture in the
Chicago Wolves penalty box.

***Additional transportation details about pick up and drop off locations can be found when registering.

We're sorry we are at maximum capacity and no longer taking registrations for this event.  

Please save the date for the Here's Chicago Meetings & Hospitality Industry's Summer BASH on June 2, 2016

Concierge Preferred's 15th annual Trade Show returns on April 26, 2016 at Navy Pier's Crystal Gardens.

RSVP for you and an industry guest today. 

The Adler Planetarium and Food For Thought are teaming up for Space Bling, a showcase of the museum’s private event spaces on Thursday, April 28, 2016 from 6:00pm-9:00pm.

With a targeted audience of corporate and convention clients, associations, planners and destination management companies, Space Bling will act as a positive business development opportunity and give industry professionals a taste of Food For Thought’s innovation culinary talents.

Discounted parking will be available for $13 in the museum lot.

RSVP directly to Hannah Peterson by Tuesday April 26th at hpeterson@fftchicago.com today!

You're invited to a complimentary Here's Chicago & Windy City Fieldhouse Event & Hospitality Industry Summer Picnic Kickoff Event. Kickstart the Memorial Day Weekend and the upcoming Summer Picnic and Barbecue Season! This is an event for event & hospitality industry professionals only (no family members please).

• Free Food and Drinks - welcome in summer with your bbq favorites served hot off the grill! Don't forget to wash it down with a cold beverage of your choice - beer, wine or our specialty summer cocktail!
• Volleyball and Bags Tournaments
• Softball Game
• Kan Jam, Foosball, Bungee Trampoline and More!
• DJ and Entertainment

Put together a co-ed team with your office or industry colleagues or just show up and we'll place you with a team that will compete against another hospitality industry team - no need to register your team, just show up and we'll make sure to pair up teams on site! Who will have bragging rights this year?  Come and find out! We'll find out how competitive the event & hospitality industry really is during the tournaments.  So bring your "A" game if you would like to compete in one of our tournaments. Don’t worry, you can also just come to enjoy the food and drink along with the company of your colleagues.

This event is sold out. 

You won't want to miss our 9th Annual Chicago Meetings & Hospitality Industry's Summer BASH!

Kick off Summer with a FUN evening of cocktails, appetizers, giveaways and networking with your event and hospitality industry colleagues.

This is a private event and registration is required

When

THURSDAY
JUNE 2nd, 2016
From 5pm to 8 pm

Where

SHAY
222 WEST ONTARIO STREET
Chicago, IL 60654

Register Now!  8/24/16

Meeting and Event planners, come and find the best NEW venues, ideas and event services providers for your upcoming events! 

Meeting and Event suppliers, you have asked to sponsor a table at our events. Well, we listened to you and we're giving you a chance to showcase your business in front of up to 500 meeting and event professionals.

We have 50 sponsor tables available.  If you would like to become a Planner Preferred member on Hereschicago.com and feature your event venue or event service at Hospitality Fest, send us an email. 

Where: Lakeshore Sport & Fitness, 211 N. Stetson, Chicago, Il.  (near Hyatt Regency Chicago)

Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. including rooftop reception with food, beverage and entertainment

Let's celebrate the end of the summer and all of the hospitality industry's accomplishments!

Visit Hospitality Fest website

Hospitality Fest is a Here's Chicago Production

Join us for the 4th Annual Hats & Hobnobbing Event.

This time celebrating Spooky Halloween!

Great opportunity to network and mingle while enjoying great music, entertainment and fashion.

Highlights of the evening:

• Fashion Presentation of Vintage Outfits and Hats from Hopscotch & Soda Vintage, Richard's Fabulous Finds and Store B
• Chocolate creations and designs by Dessert Concepts
• Live auction featuring unique and spectacular Chocolate Hats
• Complimentary Drink with each admission
• Casino Games and Ambiance
• Great opportunity to network, meet new people and have fun with friends.
• Best COSTUME and best HAT Contests to win Great Prizes.
• Costumes welcomed but not required.

Click here for more information and to register

This Halloween, AceBounce throws down the party event of the year, Stranger Pings, an evening dedicated to almost everyone's favorite show.

What you get:

- "Stranger Drinks" aka select cocktails & 80's themed appetizers ON THE HOUSE†

- UNLIMITED ping pong* all night with AceBounce gurus running huge Stranger Things inspired games

- Jam to 80’s inspired tunes spun by DJ Barb, going track-for-track with old foe Steve

- Stranger Things easter eggs and areas to discover if you've got the guts

- The only spot in town with a UV ‘upside down’ land

Insanely good prizes for best costumes (including chance to win a year of FREE Ping Pong)

- Discover the true meaning of friendship

- Experience sensory deprivation

Saturday, October 29, 2016

AceBounce Ping Pong Bar & Restaurant Chicago

230 North Clark Street

Chicago, IL 60601

8pm – Close

(Mouthbreathers not welcome)

†Passed drinks and appetizers 8-10pm. FULL CASH BAR and MENU 10pm to close.

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

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

Come and join your Chicago area event and hospitality industry colleagues for a fun & productive networking experience. 

When:  Friday March 16, 2018

Time: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Where: Hard Rock Cafe Chicago (in the heated tent in parking lot)

This is the official kick off event into Spring for the Chicago event & hospitality industry & the 10th year of the Here's Chicago Event & Hospitality Industry's St. Pat's BASH!

Green Beer, Wine & Passed Appetizers, Networking, Entertainment & Beer Samplings from Dovetail Brewery provided and water samplings from Hello Water.

Watch the video from 2016 

Let's awake from the winter hibernation and reconnect with our industry colleagues.  Let's have some fun!  We welcome all meeting, event & hospitality industry newcomers with warm and welcome arms.  You WILL meet a new industry colleague if not 10 of them!

You're invited to a complimentary Here's Chicago & WCF Events' Hospitality & Events Industry Summer Picnic Kickoff Event.

Kick start the upcoming Summer Picnic and Barbecue Season! This is an event for event & hospitality industry professionals only (no family members please).

• Free Food and Drinks - welcome in summer with your bbq favorites served hot off the grill! Don't forget to wash it down with a cold beverage of your choice - beer, wine or our specialty summer cocktail!
• WCF Events Newest Event Program – Pub Trivia!
• The Newest in Outdoor Entertainment – Giant Games, New Inflatables and More!
• Volleyball and Bags Tournaments
• Softball Pick-up Games
• DJ and Entertainment

Date & Time:

Wednesday May 30, 2018

4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Location: 

UIC Picnic Grounds
800 W. Maxwell St.
Chicago, Illinois 60607

Come down to experience the newest in summer outing entertainment!

This year we are featuring a Pub Trivia Program that will test your wits and competitive, fun spirit. Bring a team of industry professionals or join a team and meet new people! There will also be a plethora of fun, new outdoor entertainment to check out including Giant Games, Inflatables, Lawn Games, and more! Don’t worry, if activities are not your thing you can also try our specialty summer cocktail, enjoy some great food and spend some quality time with your colleagues and peers. 

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Directions to UIC Picnic Grounds
800 W. Maxwell St. (Corner of Maxwell St. & Halsted) Chicago, IL

The picnic grounds at the University of Illinois-Chicago (UIC) are located directly west of the intersection of Maxwell St. and Halsted St (800 W. Maxwell St.). To reach the picnic grounds, guests must enter through the east gate located at the end of the cul de sac on Maxwell St. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot.

Public Transportation
Take the Blue Line Subway (Free transfer from Red Line is available at Washington and Jackson stops). Get off at the UIC/Halsted stop and walk 7 blocks south on Halsted to Maxwell Street. Turn right (west) on Maxwell Street and proceed ½ block to the east gate. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the Chicago Loop
Proceed west from the Loop area to Halsted. Turn left (south) on Halsted and proceed to Maxwell Street. Turn left (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed ½ block to the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the North
Take the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/94) east towards Chicago. Exit at Taylor Street/Roosevelt Road. At the second stoplight (Roosevelt Road) turn right. Turn left (south) on Halsted and proceed to Maxwell Street. Turn left (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed ½ block to the parking garage. Parking is available in the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the West
Take the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) east towards Chicago. Exit at Racine Avenue. Turn right on Racine and immediately make a left onto Harrison Street. Take Harrison Street to Halsted Street and turn right. Then take Halsted to Maxwell Street. Turn left (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed 1/2 block to the parking garage. Parking is available in the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the South
Take the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-90/94) west towards Chicago. Exit at Taylor Street/Roosevelt Road and turn left at the first stoplight (Roosevelt Road). Turn left (south) on Halsted and proceed to Maxwell Street. Turn left (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed 1/2 block to the parking garage. Parking is available in the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

Register now to attend: 8/15/2018

Hospitality Fest 2016 from hereschicago on Vimeo.

Join up to 600 of your meeting and event planning colleagues at Hospitality Fest and stroll the aisles of meeting and event venues, corporate activity providers, corporate entertainment and event service providers and meet the event managers of each supplier.

This is a fun, but, productive event as you’ll find ideas for your future events and holiday parties.  Admission includes food, FUN, drinks, beer and liquor samplings, networking, ideas, education, giveaways and entertainment.

Believe us, it’s fun and you’ll find someone who will make your next event a great one!

Who attends and why:

Association meeting planners, corporate meeting planners, event planners, hotel and corporate concierge, administrative professionals & influential event and hospitality professionals who are seeking new ideas, venues, corporate activity providers and event service providers.

When: Wednesday, August 15th

Where: Lucky Strike Chicago, 322 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611

Time:  4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Schedule for the day:

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.
• Our growing list of participating table sponsors will also be providing exclusive group deals, raffles and/or giveaways at this year’s event.
• You’ll meet with Chicago’s top group and private event 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.
• Learn from Chicago's top industry professionals and speakers in our learning lounge.

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

• Stay for the reception and network with fellow meeting and event professionals 

Click here to register to attend 

(If you are a working meeting or event planner, the hospitality community is hosting you.  Email us at hospitalityfest@gmail.com to inquire)

I want to be a table sponsor at Hospitality Fest and showcase my company

Limited table sponsorship available

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and twitter for updates.

Join Here’s Chicago and the Chicago Sports Museum for a jam-packed night of sips, bites and interactive activities. You'll also have the chance to go head to head against Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg in a game of shuffle board or darts in the Museum's newly unveiled Game Room. The Game Room features a walnut framed shuffleboard, darts, giant jenga and a range of other games along with a wall of TVs and gorgeous leather lounge seating, including baseball glove inspired sofas. The room is perfect for groups looking for a more intimate space than Chicago Sports Museum’s Hall of Legends, but still interested in interactive activities to entertain their guests.  Walk around magic by Sean Masterson. 

WHEN
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
5pm-8pm

WHERE
Chicago Sports Museum
Water Tower Place, Level 7
835 North Michigan Avenue

This will sell out quick.

REGISTER NOW

Our friends at the Daily Herald DuPage Hospitality EXPO would love for you to attend. 

Planning a corporate meeting, event, conference, luncheon, dinner, golf outing, retreat, team building experience or holiday party? Meet with more than 75 exhibitors with complimentary food and drinks from the best restaurants and venues in the marketplace! Try your luck to win great raffle prizes.

Discover all the options for your next event in the suburbs!

October 11, 2018
3 – 7 p.m.
Abbington Banquets
3 South 002 IL Route 53 in Glen Ellyn 

Don’t miss the DuPage Hospitality EXPO!

The Daily Herald Business Ledger presents the 9th annual DuPage Hospitality EXPO! The DuPage marketplace has a wealth of facilities and accommodations to meet any needs – large or small, business or personal. Admission is FREE, registration is required

Register

Our friends at the Daily Herald DuPage Hospitality EXPO would love for you to attend. 

Planning a corporate meeting, event, conference, luncheon, dinner, golf outing, retreat, team building experience or holiday party? Meet with more than 75 exhibitors with complimentary food and drinks from the best restaurants and venues in the marketplace! Try your luck to win great raffle prizes.

Discover all the options for your next event in the suburbs!

November 8, 2018
3 – 7 p.m.
Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre
2401 W Higgins Rd, Hoffman Estates Free admission | Registration required (below)

We're rounding the corner to Spring!  That means it's time to come out of hibernation and meet up with your event & hospitality industry colleagues at the 9th Annual St. Pat's BASH!

Why should I come?

1. To meet your colleagues and/or develop new industry relationships in the Chicago event & hospitality industry
2. To have fun. have fun. have fun.
3. To sip on a green beer and wine
4. To taste the passed hors d'oeuvres

Who attends? 

300 - 400 Chicago area meeting planners, event planners, corporate & hotel concierge, and Chicago's most influential hospitality professionals.

When: Friday, March 15, 2019 (the night before dyeing the river green!)

Where: Hard Rock Cafe Chicago (under the tent in the tented parking lot)

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

If you are a Chicago area meeting planner, event planner, corporate & hotel concierge, or Chicago's most influential hospitality professional, we would love to see you there!

Our 2019 BASH Sponsors:

AGENDA:
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cocktails/Hd's:
6:30 p.m. to 7:45 Program with Jim and Dafna
7:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Meet & Greet

Come be part of a candid discussion between renowned Blackhawks National Anthem soloist Jim Cornelison and Dafna Aaronson, Performance Specialist and Behavior Analyst for Player Development.

Jim Cornelison is recognized in the Chicago area and across the country for his role as the “anthem singer” with the Chicago Blackhawks NHL franchise and as a new face of the Indianapolis 500, but how did he get there?

How does he stay focused, calm and compelling when performing for live audiences ranging from 200-2,000,000 and when being interviewed by local and national media?

How does he take his very focused and repetitive work of performing the anthem and put it to work to grow his brand and business and assist other individuals, businesses, organizations and causes across the United States?

Find out the answers to these questions and more when Jim sits down with Dafna to chat about the “attitude and action” he developed and applied to reach his personal and professional goals.

In addition to facilitating the discussion with Jim, Dafna will share helpful anecdotes learned from her work with professional athletes from all the major sports and interviews with coaches and team leaders.

What may surprise you is what she has learned about the incredible value placed on accountability, adaptability, resilience, handling of adversity and a consistent competitive edge. While we hear so much about the focus on metrics and statistics in professional sports and business, these human characteristics are consistently cited as the determining factors between being good or being great.

In the end, we all perform our own “anthem” in our respective professional and personal endeavors. Hopefully, you can apply some of the insights and information from an evening with Jim and Dafna to fine tune the “attitude and actions” which will help take you to and keeps you at the top of your game!

GETTING TO AND FROM:

There is plenty of on street parking on Knox Avenue. We also recommend the Metra (Mayfair Stop) which is the 4th stop out of Union Station. Milwaukee District North (MD-N). Or take a car service to and from.

WAIVER:

Event attendees grant 2112 inc and its designees permission to utilize their image or likeness in connection with any live stream or recorded transmission or reproduction of the event, INCLUDING THE PROMOTION THEREOF, IN ALL MEDIA, WORLDWIDE AND IN PERPETUITY.

INVESTMENT: $150/per person

REGISTER NOW

MEETING & EVENT INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

You're invited to a complimentary Hospitality Industry Summer Picnic Kickoff Event hosted by Here’s Chicago and WCF Events! Kickstart the upcoming Summer Picnic and Barbecue Season by sampling some of WCF’s newest summer outing ideas! This is an event for event & hospitality industry professionals only (no family members please).

• Free Food and Drinks - welcome in summer with your classic bbq favorites along with some great new menu ideas! Don't forget to wash it down with a cold beverage of your choice - beer, wine or something special from our brunch mimosa & bloody mary bar!
• Featuring elements from WCF Events’ Newest Summer Event Programs – Brunch at the Park & Food Truck Rally!
• The Newest in Outdoor Entertainment – Giant Games and More!
• Volleyball and Bags Tournaments
• Softball Pick-up Games
• DJ and Entertainment

Come down to experience the newest in summer outing entertainment! This year we are featuring new summer outing trends geared toward the millennial workforce (that are family friendly too!). Bring a team of industry professionals or join a team and meet new people! There will also be a plethora of fun, new outdoor entertainment to check out including Giant Games, Lawn Games, and more! Don’t worry, if activities are not your thing you can also try our specialty summer cocktail, enjoy some great food and spend some quality time with your colleagues and peers.

Brought to you by: 

Directions to UIC Picnic Grounds

800 W. Maxwell St. (Corner of Maxwell St. & Halsted) Chicago, IL

The picnic grounds at the University of Illinois-Chicago (UIC) are located directly west of the intersection of Maxwell St. and Halsted St (800 W. Maxwell St.). To reach the picnic grounds, guests must enter through the east gate located at the end of the cul de sac on Maxwell St. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot.

Public Transportation

Take the Blue Line Subway (Free transfer from Red Line is available at Washington and Jackson stops). Get off at the UIC/Halsted stop and walk 7 blocks south on Halsted to Maxwell Street. Turn right (west) on Maxwell Street and proceed ½ block to the east gate. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the Chicago Loop

Proceed west from the Loop area to Halsted. Turn left (south) on Halsted and proceed to Maxwell Street. Turn left (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed ½ block to the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the North

Take the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/94) east towards Chicago. Exit at 18th Street. Merge onto Union Avenue. Turn right (west) on 18th Street. Turn right (north) on Halsted and proceed to Maxwell Street. Turn right (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed ½ block to the parking garage. Parking is available in the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the West

Take the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) east towards Chicago. Exit at Racine Avenue. Turn right on Racine and immediately make a left onto Harrison Street. Take Harrison Street to Halsted Street and turn right. Then take Halsted to Maxwell Street. Turn left (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed 1/2 block to the parking garage. Parking is available in the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

From the South

Take the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-90/94) west towards Chicago. Exit at Canalport Avenue/Cermak Road. Merge onto Union Avenue. Turn left (west) on 18th Street. Turn right (north) on Halsted and proceed to Maxwell Street. Turn right (east) on Maxwell Street and proceed 1/2 block to the parking garage. Parking is available in the parking garage. From the parking garage, proceed west along Maxwell Street across Halsted and enter the gate at the end of the street. Parking—$2.00 to $10.00 Fee based on time in lot

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Hospitality Fest 2019 presented by Gallagher Way

Date:  Thursday August 29^th

Time: 4 p.m. to 6:30 exhibit time, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Networking reception. 

Location: Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago, 163 E Walton Pl, Chicago, IL 60611 

Join 600 and more of your hospitality industry colleagues, meeting planners, event planners, corporate/residential/hotel concierge, social media influencers and association marketing partners at Hospitality Fest 2019:

• Mag Mile Association
• Meeting Professionals International Chicago (MPI-CAC)
• Illinois Live Events Association (ILEA Chicago)
• Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)
• Choose Chicago

Additional marketing partners:

• Chicago Hospitality Professionals (concierge)
• Concierge Unlimited (corporate/residential and hotel concierge)

In addition, new this year! We are inviting 2200 Association Meeting Planners in addition to the 14,000 meeting and event professionals on our digital list of invitees. 

Last year we had an attendance of 600 quality professional meeting and event planners, corporate concierge, residential building concierge and hotel concierge visit our table sponsors.   We expect the same this year!

Click here to view videos of last year’s table sponsors and attendees:

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Want to be one of 50 vendors by purchasing a table? Limited amount of tables available.  Email info@hospitalityfest.com  

Registration is required.

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Yes it's that time of the year to register for the 10th Annual Here's Chicago Events & Hospitality Industry's St. Pat's BASH!  

If you have not been, you're missing out on the event & hospitality's first festival under the heated tent in the parking lot of the Hard Rock Cafe Chicago. 

Who attends: 

Meeting Planners
Event Planners
DMC's
Restaurant Private Dining Managers
Hotel Sales Executives
Catering Professionals
Event Service Professionals

When: Friday March 13, 2020
Where: Hard Rock Cafe, 63 W Ontario, Chicago, Il.  
Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. 

This event has created so many relationships at this event.  Here's a quote from a Senior meeting planner, "Thank you for having this event, i met a few great industry suppliers that I am using for my upcoming event.  Perfect timing!" 

What to expect:

The best industry networking, Hors d'oeuvre's, beverages, networking, music and fun! 

Every year we create a fun "festival" atmosphere that breaks down all barriers to networking. 

This is a new 30 minute monthly program to re-introduce you to Chicago area event venues & event services 

When: 

Thursday
February 4, 2021
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Who attends: 

Corporate meeting & event planners that visited Hereschicago.com & requested information from our current listing members, DMC professionals, Association planners, Corporate planners, Independent planners, & Hospitality Fest attendees

Why Attend:

This is a new 30 minute monthly program to re-introduce you to Chicago area event venues & event services

When:

Thursday
February 12, 2021
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Featured Supplier

Murrel Karsh, President, WCF Events

Who attends:

Corporate meeting & event planners that visited Hereschicago.com & requested information from our current listing members,
DMC professionals, Association planners, Corporate planners, Independent planners, & Hospitality Fest attendees

Why Attend:

Learn about new offerings for your future meetings and events.   Ask questions, build your network and hear about safety updates from meeting & event venues and event service providers.

Cost: 

$99/per person

Click here to apply to attend at a complimentary rate