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Read of the Month: Performing Under Pressure
We have ALL been there and being able to perform under pressure is key for any event planner. While this book may not have been written by event planners, it could have (should have?) been. Clients can cause a lot of stress and during an event, a worried client is...
Caterer of the Month: Cappuccino Catering with CCI Presents
Our Caterer of the Month is CCI Presents. What makes them interesting is the vast array of beverages they offer in addition to the unique and beautiful presentations of their offerings. When I first saw this company at a Choose Chicago event, I was blown away by the...
Venue of the Month: Virgin Hotel
Chicago Planner Magazine's Venue of the Month is the Virgin Hotel Chicago, located in the heart of downtown Chicago. With incredible Chicago views, the first of the Virgin Hotel chain also boasts its rooftop, Cerise, which is sure to be the place to go this summer....
Beverage of the Month: Koval Distillery Premium Cocktails
This month, Koval Distillery has gone above and beyond in providing 2 amazing and delicious cocktails for our Beverage of the Month feature. Established in 2008, KOVAL produces organic whiskey, liqueurs and specialty spirits in Chicago's first distillery since the...
Read of the Month: Zero to One: Notes on Startups or How to Build the Future
Feeling entrepreneurial? Or perhaps want to think more like potential clients who are? Then check out this book by Peter Theil available here at amazon.com
Corri McFadden for Gateway Green’s Annual Fundraiser: OfficeMax’s Green Tie Ball
Have you ever realized that the Chicago expressways always seem to be very clean? Did you know that it's not government, but rather private organizations maintaining it? Chicago Gateway Green beautifies expressways with plants and sculptures while keeping them...
Have an Event with Grand Lux Cafe
There are so many places to enjoy in Chicago, especially when it comes to food. Grand Lux has always been one of my favorite restaurants since I first moved here about 7 years ago. There's a wide variety of delicious food and the decor is beautiful. My family...