Chicago Business & Tech Social: Connect, Launch & Grow
About this Event
Chicago Business & Tech Social: Connect, Launch & Grow
Date & Time: September 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Central Time)
Venue: Adamus Lounge, Downtown Chicago
Looking to expand your professional circle, meet local entrepreneurs, or simply connect with ambitious people outside your usual network?
Chicago Business & Tech Social brings together entrepreneurs, founders, business owners, tech professionals, consultants, creatives, and career-minded professionals for an engaging evening of conversations and new connections.
No long presentations.
No awkward networking exercises.
No pressure to pitch.
Just a welcoming after-work environment where you can meet people, exchange ideas, discover opportunities, and build relationships that can continue beyond the event.
Whether you're growing a company, exploring your next career move, looking for collaborators, or simply want to meet more people in Chicago's professional community, you're welcome here.
What to Expect
🤝 High-Value Professional Connections
Meet professionals from business, technology, startups, consulting, finance, marketing, sales, creative industries, and professional services.
🚀 Founder & Entrepreneur Connections
Connect with business owners, independent professionals, startup founders, and people actively building new projects.
💡 Business & Career Opportunities
Discover potential collaborators, clients, referrals, partnerships, career opportunities, and ideas through genuine conversations.
👋 Easy Introductions
This event is designed for:
- Entrepreneurs & business owners
- Startup founders & operators
- Tech professionals
- Consultants & advisors
- Sales & business development professionals
- Marketing & creative professionals
- Finance & real estate professionals
- Freelancers & independent professionals
- Professionals exploring new opportunities
- Anyone looking to expand their Chicago network
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM
Doors Open & Check-In
🕑: 06:20 PM
Welcome & Connection Kickoff
Info: A short welcome from Chicago Forward Network followed by several suggested introductions to help get conversations moving.
🕑: 06:30 PM
Business & Tech Networking
Info: Meet entrepreneurs, founders, tech professionals, consultants, and professionals from across Chicago.
🕑: 07:15 PM
Connection Exchange
Info: A light networking moment encouraging attendees to meet someone outside their existing industry or professional circle.
🕑: 07:25 PM
Open Networking
Info: Continue conversations, exchange contact information, and explore potential collaborations.
🕑: 08:15 PM
Event Wrap-Up
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 38.00
