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SUMMARY:Startup Pitch & Themed Networking Chicago | Unlock Your Idea
DESCRIPTION:Have an idea you’ve been thinking about for months? Building a startup\, exploring a new project\, or looking to meet like-minded people in Toronto? \nJoin founders\, investors\, entrepreneurs\, and professionals for an evening of meaningful conversations\, startup discussions\, and genuine networking. \nMany great ideas stay inside our heads because we never share them with the right people. This event creates a welcoming environment where participants can exchange experiences\, discuss challenges\, and build valuable relationships. \nWhat to Expect\nThemed Networking \nParticipants join small-group conversations around startup and career topics such as: \n• Fundraising\n• Product Development\n• Hiring & Team Building\n• Marketing & Growth\n• Entrepreneurship\n• Career Opportunities \nThe goal is to meet people who share similar interests while gaining new perspectives from different industries and backgrounds. \nStartup Pitches \nSeveral founders will present their startups and business ideas to the community. \nAttendees can ask questions\, provide feedback\, and learn about innovative projects being built in Toronto. \nOpen Networking \nAfter the structured portion of the evening\, participants continue conversations in a relaxed environment. \nThis is an opportunity to make new friends\, discover collaborations\, and build lasting professional connections. \nWho Should Attend \n• Startup founders and entrepreneurs\n• Investors and startup supporters\n• Product managers and operators\n• Engineers and developers\n• Marketing and growth professionals\n• Students and aspiring entrepreneurs\n• Job seekers interested in startups\n• Professionals new to Toronto’s startup ecosystem\n• Anyone interested in innovation and entrepreneurship \nAbout Ascent Valley \nAscent Valley is an international community connecting founders\, investors\, operators\, and professionals through networking events and startup conversations. \nOur mission is to help people build meaningful relationships\, share ideas\, and create opportunities through genuine human connections. \nCome meet ambitious people\, exchange ideas\, and become part of Toronto’s growing startup community.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/startup-pitch-themed-networking-chicago-unlock-your-idea/2026-07-01/1/
LOCATION:Joy District 112 W Hubbard St\, Chicago\, IL 60654\, 112 W Hubbard St\, Chicago\, IL 60654\, Chicago\, IL\, IL 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,tech
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SUMMARY:Startup Pitch & Themed Networking Chicago | Unlock Your Idea
DESCRIPTION:Have an idea you’ve been thinking about for months? Building a startup\, exploring a new project\, or looking to meet like-minded people in Toronto? \nJoin founders\, investors\, entrepreneurs\, and professionals for an evening of meaningful conversations\, startup discussions\, and genuine networking. \nMany great ideas stay inside our heads because we never share them with the right people. This event creates a welcoming environment where participants can exchange experiences\, discuss challenges\, and build valuable relationships. \nWhat to Expect\nThemed Networking \nParticipants join small-group conversations around startup and career topics such as: \n• Fundraising\n• Product Development\n• Hiring & Team Building\n• Marketing & Growth\n• Entrepreneurship\n• Career Opportunities \nThe goal is to meet people who share similar interests while gaining new perspectives from different industries and backgrounds. \nStartup Pitches \nSeveral founders will present their startups and business ideas to the community. \nAttendees can ask questions\, provide feedback\, and learn about innovative projects being built in Toronto. \nOpen Networking \nAfter the structured portion of the evening\, participants continue conversations in a relaxed environment. \nThis is an opportunity to make new friends\, discover collaborations\, and build lasting professional connections. \nWho Should Attend \n• Startup founders and entrepreneurs\n• Investors and startup supporters\n• Product managers and operators\n• Engineers and developers\n• Marketing and growth professionals\n• Students and aspiring entrepreneurs\n• Job seekers interested in startups\n• Professionals new to Toronto’s startup ecosystem\n• Anyone interested in innovation and entrepreneurship \nAbout Ascent Valley \nAscent Valley is an international community connecting founders\, investors\, operators\, and professionals through networking events and startup conversations. \nOur mission is to help people build meaningful relationships\, share ideas\, and create opportunities through genuine human connections. \nCome meet ambitious people\, exchange ideas\, and become part of Toronto’s growing startup community.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/startup-pitch-themed-networking-chicago-unlock-your-idea/2026-07-01/2/
LOCATION:Joy District 112 W Hubbard St\, Chicago\, IL 60654\, 112 W Hubbard St\, Chicago\, IL 60654\, Chicago\, IL\, IL 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T213000
DTSTAMP:20260709T035755Z
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SUMMARY:RAGEher Queer
DESCRIPTION:RAGEher Queer is a sacred\, embodied space for Queer\, trans\, nonbinary\, and gender-expansive beings shaped by the experience of womanhood—to move\, feel\, and reclaim what the world has tried to erase. \nIt’s a space to scream\, sob\, and shake with others who get it. For queer femmes\, women\, and fluid folks who refuse to disappear.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/rageher-queer-2/
LOCATION:Hairpin Arts Center\, 2810 N Milwaukee Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,support-group,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T170000
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SUMMARY:So\, You Want To Start A Business?
DESCRIPTION:Hosted during TechChicago Week in partnership with TechNexus \nIn a climate shaped by layoffs\, career pivots\, and rapid technological change\, more people are asking the same question: \n“What can I build for myself?” \nThis event brings together founders\, investors\, creatives\, and operators for an honest\, grounded conversation about entrepreneurship\, AI-era opportunity\, and building with limited resources. \nThis is not a startup fantasy panel. \nIt is a real-world conversation about turning skills into income\, ideas into businesses\, and uncertainty into momentum — especially for those building without massive funding\, insider access\, or large teams. \nWhat We’ll Explore:\n• Turning career pivots into business opportunities\n• What actually makes an idea viable\n• How founders are using AI + lean tools to launch faster\n• Starting with limited capital\, clarity\, or time\n• Identity\, resilience\, and access in entrepreneurship\n• What it really takes to build something sustainable \nWhat to Expect:\n✨ Actionable founder insights\n✨ Investor + operator perspectives\n✨ High-impact networking\n✨ Real conversations (not surface-level startup talk)\n✨ Complimentary drinks (21+) \nImportant Notes:\nThis is a limited-capacity TechChicago Week event experience. RSVP does not guarantee entry once capacity is reached. \nRefund Policy:\nAll ticket sales are final. Due to limited capacity and the curated nature of this TechChicago Week event experience\, we are unable to offer refunds. Tickets may be transferred to another guest with at least 24 hours’ notice to the host. \nBy registering\, you agree to these terms. \nSecure your spot early.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/so-you-want-to-start-a-business-3/
LOCATION:TechNexus Venture Collaborative\, 20 North Wacker Drive #12th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
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SUMMARY:WNBA ALL-STAR LESBIAN WEEKEND JULY 23-26TH
DESCRIPTION:WNBA ALL-STAR LESBIAN WEEKEND \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 23rd: EXCLUSIVE WELCOME MIXER\nOur official welcome mixer hosted at Chicago’s Black-owned lesbian bar in the queer-friendly neighborhood of Andersonville. We’ll have cocktails\, games\, music\, & sexy vibes to kick-off the weekend! \nFriday\, July 24th: SNEAKER BALL PARTY\nThrow on your flyest fits and elevated attire\, let’s see how you style it with your sneakers! Chicago skyline\, curated cocktails and music; this is where the weekend energy official activates. \nNOTE: COCKTAIL ATTIRE REQUIRED\, DRESS CODE ENFORCED \nSATURDAY July 25th: QUEER STRIDE WALK/RUN CLUB\nStretch your legs\, get moving and sweat at the iconic Chicago lakefront. Whether you’re feeling a leisure community walk and talk vibe or you want to get a few miles in with fellow runners\, there’s space for anyone who wants to move. \nNote: Saturday evening main event will be ticketed separately. All Access pass DOES NOT include Saturday night event. \nSunday July 26th: Lesbians Who Brunch Day Party\nSunday Funday! Just because it’s the last day doesn’t mean it’s the end! We’ll have great food\, music\, vibes\, & our final party to close out the weekend. \n\n\nView less
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/wnba-all-star-lesbian-weekend-july-23-26th/
CATEGORIES:brunch,dance-dj,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T160000
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SUMMARY:WNBA ALLSTAR BEACH PARTY
DESCRIPTION:🏳️‍🌈🌊 CHICAGO… THIS IS THE MOVE WNBA ALLSTAR WEEKEND. \nWe’re taking over Whispers at Oak Street Beach for the official Lesbian Social Club Beach Party 🏀☀️ \n✨ Saturday\, July 25\n⏰ 4 PM – 9 PM\n📍 Whispers at Oak Street Beach \nIf you’re in Chicago for All-Star Weekend\, this belongs on your itinerary. \nGrab your crew\, throw on your best summer fit\, and let’s turn Oak Street Beach into the hottest party of All-Star Weekend. 🌈🔥 \nSee you on the sand.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/wnba-allstar-beach-party/
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,networking-mixer,outdoor
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