Chicago WhiskyFest 2015

Chicago WhiskyFest 2015

This year, Whisky Advocate is hosting another of the wildly popular WhiskyFest at the Hyatt Regency on April 10th starting at 6:30PM (5:30 if you are a VIP ticket holder).  With over 300 types of Whisky available, you will be able to enjoy a buffet, meet major...

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Drink of the Month: FEW Spirits

Drink of the Month: FEW Spirits

Drink of the Month: FEW Bourbon Whiskey & the Kindle Fire Cocktail ABOUT FEW SPIRITS Our Drink of the Month comes from FEW Spirits, located in Evanston, IL. Walking into the distillery, a small crowd has excitedly gathered for a tour.  The smell in the air is rich...

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Read of the Month: How to Fly A Horse

Read of the Month: How to Fly A Horse

Hopefully our monthly reads have gotten you to clean up your online image and be inspired to work hard, no matter where you start from.  So it only seems natural then that we continue our monthly trend with a book about being creative.  How to Fly a Horse by Kevin...

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Chicago WhiskyFest 2015

Chicago WhiskyFest 2015

This year, Whisky Advocate is hosting another of the wildly popular WhiskyFest at the Hyatt Regency on April 10th starting at 6:30PM (5:30 if you are a VIP ticket holder).  With over 300 types of Whisky available, you will be able to enjoy a buffet, meet major...

Drink of the Month: FEW Spirits

Drink of the Month: FEW Spirits

Drink of the Month: FEW Bourbon Whiskey & the Kindle Fire Cocktail ABOUT FEW SPIRITS Our Drink of the Month comes from FEW Spirits, located in Evanston, IL. Walking into the distillery, a small crowd has excitedly gathered for a tour.  The smell in the air is rich...

Read of the Month: How to Fly A Horse

Read of the Month: How to Fly A Horse

Hopefully our monthly reads have gotten you to clean up your online image and be inspired to work hard, no matter where you start from.  So it only seems natural then that we continue our monthly trend with a book about being creative.  How to Fly a Horse by Kevin...

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...

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Marketing Your Event

Marketing is such a huge subject they've created entire fields of study about it.  It can be easy or a real challenge so the best way to start is by breaking it all down.  Marketing, Advertising & Promotions seem to be a by-product of my life, so here is a simple...

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Business Etiquette

Organization and good [business] manners sometimes go hand in hand.  It is important to always remember to treat anyone you work with respect and appreciation -- this should not be reserved for clients only.  From co-workers, to vendors to your a/v team, always...

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Network Like a Pro Using LinkedIn

Despite what you often hear, Social Media isn't good for only marketing to clients.  It's an excellent way to see what's already out there, what is relevant and who's doing it.  Personally I love LinkedIn for that reason.  I can find professionals in the field and...

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4th of July Weekends

This year the 4th of July just happens to be in the middle of the week.  So do you celebrate before or after?  Explore Chicago has some great links to not only things you can do this summer but things to do both weekends.  So check it out!...

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