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
Mint Juleps at the Kentucky Derby? Eater Says Otherwise
For you Kentucky Derby fans, the Mint Julep is the signature cocktail to celebrate with. However, according to this article from Eater, they haven't served it there in over 18 years. But that doesn't mean you still can't enjoy them. Here is a recipe so you can...
Cinco De Mayo Recipes
Cinco de Mayo is a great time to make delicious foods and drink up on your favorite style of margaritas. Check out these recipes from All Recipes and enjoy!
Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10th 2015, which means it will be here before you know it. Plan something special this year and make her brunch! Here are some great recipes from Good Housekeeping, All Recipes and Epicurious. (Click the image to view the website.)
NFL Draft Townhttp://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000480120/article/draft-town-presented-by-oikos-triple-zero
Chicago is proud to be hosting the first ever, NFL Draft Town. The NFL Draft is typically held in New York City, but this year, they Chicago will be hosting the draft for the first time in nearly 50 years. And Chicago is pretty excited about it. The City is teaming...
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
Mint Juleps at the Kentucky Derby? Eater Says Otherwise
For you Kentucky Derby fans, the Mint Julep is the signature cocktail to celebrate with. However, according to this article from Eater, they haven't served it there in over 18 years. But that doesn't mean you still can't enjoy them. Here is a recipe so you can...
Cinco De Mayo Recipes
Cinco de Mayo is a great time to make delicious foods and drink up on your favorite style of margaritas. Check out these recipes from All Recipes and enjoy!
Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10th 2015, which means it will be here before you know it. Plan something special this year and make her brunch! Here are some great recipes from Good Housekeeping, All Recipes and Epicurious. (Click the image to view the website.)
NFL Draft Townhttp://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000480120/article/draft-town-presented-by-oikos-triple-zero
Chicago is proud to be hosting the first ever, NFL Draft Town. The NFL Draft is typically held in New York City, but this year, they Chicago will be hosting the draft for the first time in nearly 50 years. And Chicago is pretty excited about it. The City is teaming...
The Pump Room at Public Hotel
Yep, that's real gold leafing on that ceiling. "The Library" I had the joy of experiencing lunch at The Pump Room, one of Chicago's most famous restaurants. Newly renovated by Boutique Hotel Entrepreneur & Legend Ian Schrager (Studio 54 may be one...
Crisis Management: What Can Be Learned From The Dark Knight Rises Shooting
Everyone was taken aback when they heard about The Dark Knight Rises shooting tragedy. Initially I thought the cancellations of the Paris & Tokyo premiers were a bit extreme -- one mentally unstable person does not reflect the actual film or those who made it. ...
Promoting Your Event Through Radio: Interview with Dave Karwowski of 101.9FM The Mix, 100.3 Rewind & 97.1 The Drive
You may have created and organized the perfect event but now you need to promote it. I sat down with Dave Karwowski, Director of Marketing for 101.9 The Mix, 100.3 Rewind and 97.1 The Drive, to discuss what any event planner should know when considering or choosing...
This Weekend In Chicago: Taste of River North
I always think of MetroMix as a great go-to guide for the weekend. You can click on their events page here to see major events in your area. This weekend I'm looking forward to checking out the Taste of River North located on Kingsbury & Erie. It's Friday,...
A New Concept in Social Media Marketing and Online Marketing: Social Advertising
I usually try not to post too many article-based posts in a row but I read this and felt that it is a really innovative way of thinking about marketing and how to look at the ways you are trying to reach your current and prospective clients. Julius Solaris, a social...
Tools for Event Planning: How to Select a Venue & Inspiring Event Ideas
While I always try to spotlight what's going on in Chicago, it's always interesting to see what other people are doing and how. So today, check out some articles on what other people are doing and see if it inspires you! "Finding the Right Venue For Your Event"...
Group Travel in Chicago with the Chicago Water Taxi
Chicago has excellent public transit. Many people like myself who live in the Chicago area don't even own cars. One of my personal favorite means of transportation is the Chicago Water Taxi. You can take this from Chinatown to downtown. It's only $3 per way per...
What To Do This Weekend In Chicago: The Taste of Chicago
In case you live under a rock (or just aren't from here), the Taste of Chicago is one of the biggest & most popular events of the summer. Midwesterners love food, and this event is living proof. It also includes live performances and in case you didn't notice it...
Comedians You Should Know
Last night I decided to not just go home after work so I went on to Metro Mix and found this really fun comedy show called "Comedians You Should Know." Located in the back of Timothy O'Toole's Pub they have a variety of legit funny comedians who entertain you over...
Staffing for an Event with NextCrew
One of the most important things you can do for an event is staff it properly. Most companies have their own staff, but what if you need additional help? I have an answer for you! I've recently been in touch with Chirag Mehta, CEO & founder of "Next Crew"....