"Meet The Influencers" Networking Event & Panel Discussion: January 15th

Schedule

Thu Jan 15 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila | Chicago, IL

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About this Event

Are ou ready to make your network go viral? 📱✨

Kick-off your January with Tony P’s Networking Events as we host the ultimate social showdown: "Meet the Influencers!" We are trading boring business cards for brand deals and turning the energy all the way up!

We’ve assembled a squad of top-tier Social Media Influencers to take the stage as our Expert Panelists. They’re spilling the tea ☕ on cracking the algorithm, skyrocketing engagement, and turning followers into real-world fortune. Whether you are a business owner needing a boost, an aspiring creator, or just here for the clout, you need to be in the room.

Expect Tony P’s signature electric atmosphere, killer connections, and vibes that are totally ‘Gram-worthy. Stop posting into the void and start building your empire IRL. 👑

Tickets will vanish faster than a 24-hour story. Secure your spot NOW! 👋🍸🔥



What to Expect: ⚡
  • The Vibe: High-voltage energy, open networking, and zero awkward silences.
  • The Content: Real talk from the people actually winning the social media influencing game right now. No fluff, just strategy. 📈
  • The Crowd: Chicago's movers, shakers, and content creators. Bring your A-game (and your fully charged phone).
  • The Photo Ops: It wouldn't be an Influencer event without a selfie station or two. Come camera-ready! 📸


Agenda:

  • 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Networking – Grab a drink, find your peeps, and start connecting. 🍸
  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Panel Discussion - Expert Panelists will be announced soon....
  • 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm - Post-Panel Socializing – Cement those new connections and snap that final group story. 🤝


Thursday January 15th

6 pm – 9 pm


Bodega (West Loop)

912 W. Randolph Street

Chicago, IL 60607


Ticket Options:

* Early Registration: Available through December 26th $20

* Standard Registration: December 27th - January 14th $25

* Day of the Event Registration (* pending ticket availability): January 15th $30



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(Event Emcee & Panel Moderator)

  • Founder & CEO of
  • Co-Founder of
  • Board Member at


Greg DeKalb is a Chicago entrepreneur, who has worked with thousands of businesses and brings more than 15 years of consultative digital marketing and sales experience to his clients. Prior to launching , an On-Demand Sales Team, and Co-Founding - Greg's primary focus has been working with senior digital marketing professionals at brands and agencies, in the areas of Email Marketing, Social Marketing, Influencer Marketing, SEO and SEM. Greg also holds an MBA in Sales Leadership from DePaul University.

In his free time, Greg is a family man, a Board Member with , and an international marathon runner.


Learn more about Greg at his websites and social media profiles:

  • Websites: https://www.appointmentsiq.com and https://tonypsnetworkingevents.com
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregdekalb and https://www.linkedin.com/company/tony-ps-networking-events
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greg.dekalb, https://www.facebook.com/TonyPsNetworkingEvents, and https://www.facebook.com/AppointmentsIQ
  • instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gdekalb
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ4vRwzO55piz4Bp3qQA8AQ/videos



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(Expert Panelist)

Ladies and gentlemen, get ready to meet a woman who is redefiningwhat it means to lead, to educate, and to earn.

She’s not just a powerhouse in real estate; she’s a six-timeinternational bestselling author, a Certified Speaking Professional,and a three-time Hall of Fame inductee, with over 1,000,000professionals trained across the globe.She’s the host of two nationally recognized podcasts, including theofficial podcast of the National Association of REALTORS, and thenumber one fundraiser in the history of the Chicago Association ofREALTORS Foundation.

Marki is a 5th-generation entrepreneur who draws on 71 years ofbusiness excellence, and she brings that same legacy of grit,strategy, and innovation to every stage she steps on.Whether you’re here to grow your income, expand your influence, orharness the power of artificial intelligence, this is the voice you wantguiding your next move.

She’s been Vetted. Verified. And Highly Recommended, rankedamong the top 1% of speakers worldwide


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(Expert Panelist)

Eric Platt (more commonly known as Eric Boss) is a former IT Recruiter and Chief Marketing Officer turned nightlife professional, podcaster, and mental health advocate.He curates the weekly hip hop experience Foxes Wild at Gold Coast Social, is an owner & General Manager of the new nightclub Hideaway, and co-hosts the “How’d You Get Here Podcast”.
His follower base was primarily gained from a VibeSociety podcast mental health clip, ABC7’s “Party with a Purpose" segment, and Modern MBA's YouTube documentary, “The Secret Business of Nightclubs."In nightlife, he was an independent host in Vegas and has held management roles and promoted for many of the top Chicago nightclubs over the last 15+ years. The last 4 years have been spent curating and hosting 7 different theme parties unlike any others the industry has seen.
During this time, he found that many people who work in and frequent the nightlife scene were unhappy, which began his journey with mental health advocacy. After 30 years of illicit drug and alcohol use, he has gone semi-sober (besides cannabis and psychedelics).
His passion is to inspire and serve others. Eric is now purely focused on achieving his goals and taking care of his mother since losing his father in June 2023.


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INTERESTED IN BEING A SPONSOR and/or FEATURED SPEAKER or PANELIST?

Please contact me at [email protected] to discuss in further detail.

Where is it happening?

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, 912 West Randolph Street, Chicago, United States
Tickets

USD 22.09 to USD 32.64

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