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SUMMARY:WERQ! LGBTQ+ Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:WERQ! is Center on Halsted’s annual LGBTQ+ Career Fair\, connecting inclusive and affirming employers with talented job seekers from our diverse community. Find more information and register using the links below. \nTo review sponsorship levels and associated benefits\, please see the sponsorship packet linked here.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/werq-lgbtq-career-fair/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,tech
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SUMMARY:So\, You Want To Start A Business?
DESCRIPTION:In a climate defined by layoffs and career pivots\, we’re shifting the narrative\, from surviving to building. \nA Queer Connections x TechNexus TechWeek Experience \nIn a moment where many professionals are rethinking work\, stability\, and purpose\, this event shifts the conversation from career uncertainty to creative ownership. \nHosted during Chicago TechWeek in partnership with TechNexus\, this 90-minute experience brings together founders\, investors\, and operators to break down what it actually takes to turn skills into income\, ideas into businesses\, and setbacks into leverage. \nThis is more than a startup panel\, it’s a space to translate lived experience\, corporate skillsets\, and cultural resilience into pathways for ownership and economic mobility. \nWe’ll explore: \nHow to turn a pivot into a business opportunity\nWhat makes an idea actually viable (not just exciting)\nHow to start with limited capital\, clarity\, or time\nAnd how identity shapes access\, confidence\, and resilience in entrepreneurship\nWhat to Expect: \nActionable startup insights\nReal talk about launching in today’s economy\nHigh-impact networking\nFree Drinks provided (21+)\nThis isn’t just a panel\, It’s a pivot! \nSecure your spot. Build boldly.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/so-you-want-to-start-a-business-2/
LOCATION:TechNexus Venture Collaborative\, 20 North Wacker Drive #12th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:education-history,tech,workshop-crafts
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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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