Garysguide Chicago

2009 Financial Analysts Seminar - Sun, July 19

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-19T07:00:00-04:00

As the global financial community faces unprecedented upheaval, it is vital that your investment skills are as sharp as possible in order to successfully surmount the challenges ahead and take advantage of opportunities. For over ... more details

Take Control--of Your Budget & ROI--at TS2 2009! - Mon, July 20

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-20T08:00:00-04:00

Take Control--of Your Budget & ROI--at TS2 2009! IAEE and NTP Partner to Create International Center for Exhibitor and Event Marketing TS2 2009, Total Solutions Marketing for the Exhibit & Event Professional, will be held Monday, ... more details

eduWeb Conference - Mon, July 20

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-20T09:00:00-04:00

Annual, internationally-attended conference for the higher education market focusing on online strategy, marketing and development. Three tracks: Marketing Communications, Design & Development and a Guest Track: Get It Done! ... more details

TS2 2009 - Mon, July 20

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-20T09:00:00-04:00

TS2 2009, Total Solutions Marketing for the Exhibit & Event Professional, will be held Monday, July 20– Thursday, July 23, 2009 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. TS2 is your one-stop shop for leading-edge ideas, technology and ... more details

The Largest Show of the Summer and Biggest Event to Visit the Midwest - Tue, July 21

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-21T08:00:00-04:00

The ASI Show Chicago continually ranks as the industry’s biggest show of the summer, delivering more than twice as many distributors than any other Midwest show. In 2008, 800 leading exhibitors and 4,475 distributors chose ASI ... more details

ASI Show Chicago 2009 - Tue, July 21

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-21T08:00:00-04:00

Shared Services for Finance and Accounting - Tue, July 21

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-21T08:00:00-04:00

BEAT THE ECONOMY: Exceed business expectations – Measure results – Achieve cost efficiency, service and operational excellence The SSFA 2009 Summit’s new interactive approach encourages you to network, benchmark and learn ... more details

Financial Plannig Summit For Accountants: How to get Into Financial Plannig And Make Money Out of it - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T08:00:00-04:00

With the current economic crisis, financial planning (which involves, estate, retirement, tax, and succession planning) has become the hottest niche for any CPA. This unique conference will explain exactly how CPAs can enter into ... more details

Financial Planning Summit for Accountants - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T08:00:00-04:00

How to Sell a Business in This Market - Free Event - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T08:30:00-04:00

This free event will take a look at overcoming barriers to selling a business in today’s market, as well as help business owners learn how to get the best possible price for their business. Business sellers, as well as business ... more details

Professional Enrichment Series presents The Mobile Opportunity - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T08:30:00-04:00

Chicago's advertising agencies and companies host bi-monthly educational seminars to provide in-depth information on various apsects of the advertising business. They are a great way to learn about areas of the business in which you ... more details

Flexible Workforce Strategies – Best Practice Roundtable - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T09:00:00-04:00

Workforce strategies changing in this difficult economy? Using flexibility to avoid lay-offs or retain great talent? Considering new ways to manage your workforce? Discuss these issues and more at the Chicago-area's upcoming ... more details

Measuring Social Media Effectively - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T11:00:00-04:00

The social media craze is in the full effect as companies of all shapes and sizes are looking for ways to get involved in this ever growing space. New tactics and programs are being launched each day as companies try to stay current ... more details

Social Media - How to Use in Your Job Search - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T11:30:00-04:00

All,

Next meeting will be on July 22nd at 11:30 -- at a new location.

Jak's Tap has offered us a room at no charge.

Location: 901 West Jackson, Chicago (west Loop)

I am pleased to announce our ... more details

July 2009 BNC Healthcare Networking Lunch - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T12:00:00-04:00

Are you looking for an opportunity to connect with fellow healthcare professionals? If so, please join us for our monthly networking event! Healthcare Networking Lunch Wednesday, July 22nd, 12:00 to 1:30 PM Weber Grill 539 N. ... more details

Flexibility Roundtable-Sara Lee - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T14:00:00-04:00

Flexible Workforce Strategies in a Tough Economy Best Practice Roundtables Workforce strategies changing in this difficult economy? Using flexibility to avoid layoffs or retain great talent? Considering new ways to manage your ... more details

July Meeting: Mark Piller of Midnight Coders - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T17:30:00-04:00

On Weds., July 22, 2009, Mark Piller, Founder and CEO of Midnight Coders, will speak on testing and debugging Flex applications, and generating PDF documents from Flex clients ... more details

Mark Piller, Founder/CEO of Midnight Coders - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T17:30:00-04:00

On Weds., July 22, 2009, Mark Piller, Founder and CEO of Midnight Coders, will speak on testing and debugging Flex applications, and generating PDF documents from Flex clients. Mark is the Founder/CEO of Midnight Coders. With more ... more details

Chicagoland Webmasters: Southwest Suburbs July Meetup - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T18:00:00-04:00

NOTE NEW LOCATION AND TIME!

This is a seminar on creating websites that are Search Engine Friendly.

Its a proven fact that Search Engines are responsible for 50% of any website's traffic. Assuming few people ... more details

Chicagos First Official Google Meetup - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T18:00:00-04:00

Hello,

Welcome to Chicago's first Official Google Meetup! We're excited to announce several Googlers from Mt. View, CA are in town for the day and we're looking forward to meeting with local users to answer ... more details

Social Media Soiree - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T18:00:00-04:00

Social Media Soiree 7.22.09 - 6 to 9 pm @ Sushi Samba 504 N. Wells Chicago hosted by: Chicagonista In honor of Chicago's Social Media Elites Barbara Rozgonyi, Blagica Bottigliero Hope Bertram, Liz Strauss Sarah Evans & Theresa ... more details

Suburban Chicago Social Media Tweetup - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T18:00:00-04:00

Join us at the Suburban Chicago Social Media Tweetup in Arlington Heights When: July 22, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Where: Birch River Grill - An American Kitchen at the Doubletree Hotel Chicago - Arlington Heights Why: ... more details

Chicago Webgrrls Networking Meeting - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T18:30:00-04:00

Join Chicago Webgrrls for chapter launch meeting...an evening of networking and connecting. Refreshments will be provided by the Creative Group. Networking at Webgrrls meetings is very focused. After a brief topical discussion, ... more details

WG Meeting : Chicago Webgrrls Networking Meeting - Wed, July 22

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-22T18:30:00-04:00

Networking at Webgrrls meetings is very focused. After a brief topical discussion, everyone takes a minute or two to introduce themselves...tell us who you are and what you do and tell us what you NEED and what you can OFFER. The ... more details

Pre-Employment Strength Testing (Isokinetics) - IL - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T08:00:00-04:00

Pre-Employment Strength Testing Many companies and organizations face the potential of hiring employees who are not physically capable of performing the requirements of a particular job. Employers feel helpless when a ... more details

Website Design & Creation - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T08:00:00-04:00

Attendees to this event will learn the factors to consider when creating/updating a website, how to create a website, how to register a domain name, & legal factors. If they stay for the entire day, they will walk away with a working ... more details

July 09 Website Design & Creation Workshop - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T08:00:00-04:00

Come for the Workshop and leave with a working website. xxxxx In order to have a successful business, you need a website. The problem is you can't afford to pay for someone to develop it for you and you don't know how to do it ... more details

PersonalBrandU - Business Building Workshop - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T08:00:00-04:00

Starting and growing a business has changed forever with social media marketing. Traditional advertising alone no longer works. Today’s business must build meaningful customer relationships based on value and relevance, with a ... more details

Social Media and Cheesecake Tweet-Up - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T08:30:00-04:00

Please join Barbara Maldonado at the Eli's Cheesecake Cafe for a breakfast Tweet-Up to learn more about Eli's and their Farmer's Market partners.

Life has certainly changed for Barbara Maldonado in the last year. ... more details

GET FINANCING: Learn Sources, Impress Your Banker - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T08:45:00-04:00

Understand the various ways you might finance your business and how to approach friends and family, angel investors, banks and venture capitalists. Learn to prepare the documents you need to submit for each. A guest banker will also ... more details

Creating the Perfect Design Brief - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T09:00:00-04:00

A one-day seminar in the DMI Professional Development Program. A design brief, also often called a creative brief, is the most essential ingredient for any major design project. However, it is often one of the least understood ... more details

Yelp: Empowering Consumers With Local Knowledge - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T11:00:00-04:00

More than 20-million unique people use Yelp every month to decide which restaurant to visit, plumber to hire, hair dresser to use, and so on. Studies show person-to-person recommendations have far greater impact on a consumer’s ... more details

BlogHer Business 09 - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T12:00:00-04:00

The BlogHer Business Conference will take place on Thursday, July 23. Details, including the agenda, will be available by December 15th. You can review last year's BlogHer Business agenda here. Now in its third year, the BlogHer ... more details

Webinar: Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T13:00:00-04:00

Social Media- what is it and what does it do?

Social media is online word-of-mouth marketing. It essentially expands your list of friends beyond just the people you know personally. It gives you an ideal opportunity ... more details

IAOP Chapter: Chicago - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T15:30:00-04:00

The next meeting of the IAOP Chicago Chapter, chaired by Founding Member Kirkland & Ellis LLP, will be held Thursday, July 23, from 3:30 - 7:00 p.m. CDT at the Chicago Yacht Club, 400 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603. ... more details

Illinois Recruiters Association meeting - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T16:00:00-04:00

“Reference Check 2.0 -How Digital Social Networking is Transforming the Selection Process to improve your quality of hires. - How can the traditional and much-debated reference check process be transformed into your ... more details

Meetup with Association for Women Journalists Group -- Right before blogher - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T18:00:00-04:00

CALLING ALL BLOGGERS
(and those who are blog-curious)

On the eve of the BlogHer 2009 conference in Chicago, spend a social evening with ... more details

Whuffaoke or Bust! : Chicago - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T18:00:00-04:00

BlogHer is in town, the weather is nice, the coworking space, the Coop, has welcomed Whuffaoke with open arms, and there’s no better time for some karaoke goodness! “Chicago is the home of the blues and the truth of jazz, the ... more details

Free Business Tennis Playing And Networking Meetup With Lessons - Thu, July 23

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-23T19:00:00-04:00

FREE BUSINESS TENNIS PLAYING AND NETWORKING MEETUP
7 pm - 8 pm (+)

Learn the basics and start playing with instruction:

1. Warm-up
2. Ready position
3. Forehand
4. ... more details

BlogHer 5th Annual Conference - Fri, July 24

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-24T08:00:00-04:00

Building on the momentum of four consecutive sold-out annual conferences, BlogHer '09 will bring bloggers from every corner of the blogosphere together for hands-on learning, rich discussions, opportunities to meet with the brands ... more details

Waitlist BlogHer 09 - Fri, July 24

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-24T08:00:00-04:00

This is a WAIT LIST ONLY...BlogHer does not "guarantee" anyone on this list entry into the event by posting your name on this list. Please note - the price on the wait list displays free - this is to capture your information ... more details

Chicago Southland EDC Quarterly Economic Development Forum - Fri, July 24

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-24T08:30:00-04:00

CSEDC Quarterly Economic Development Forum July 24th, 8:30am Networking,9:00am -10:30am Program, Flossmoor Village Hall, 2800 Flossmoor Road www.chicagosouthlandedc.org Welcome. Michael Scholefield, Chairman CSEDC, ... more details

Webinar: Developing Your Social Media Strategy Part 2 - Fri, July 24

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-24T13:00:00-04:00

Social media aren't just a trend. It is a true shift in how we approach communication. Business leaders who understand what social media are and how to use it as their communication strategy will differentiate themselves ... more details

Photoshop: Post-Production Workflow for Photographers - Sat, July 25

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-25T09:00:00-04:00

Its content is only available to members.

To learn more, contact the organizer directly, or you can go ahead and more details

The Chicago Asterisk PBX Meetup Group May Meetup - Sat, July 25

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-25T11:00:00-04:00

First meetup of Chicago Asterisk PBX Meetup Group!

Location still to be announced but it will be somewhere "Down Town Chicago"

There is no "charge" to attend this first Meetup!!

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Chicago Web 2.0 and Social Media Marketing - July Meeting - Sat, July 25

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-25T11:00:00-04:00

At this meeting we will discuss Facebook and Twitter.

Facebook is a social networking website that allows users to join networks organized by city, workplace, school, and region to connect and interact with other ... more details

Six Sigma Green Belt Training - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T08:00:00-04:00

Many organizations are realizing there is strength in numbers – which is why they are expanding the number of Green Belts. Green Belts are trained on a subset of Six Sigma tools. They provide bench strength to the Black Belt and ... more details

Midwestern Wind Power Development & Finance Summit - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T08:00:00-04:00

The heartland has a new profitable crop emerging—renewable energy. It is estimated that up to 100,000 MW of wind power projects could come to fruition in the Midwest over the next five years, driven by state Renewable Portfolio ... more details

IBM System x and BladeCenter Technical Conference - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T09:00:00-04:00

IBM System x and IBM BladeCenter® platforms are moving to the next generation of technology to deliver the mission-critical design and performance needed for growing application loads. Attend this conference to hear about new ... more details

IBM System Storage and Storage Networking Symposium - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T09:00:00-04:00

If your storage growth requirements are spiraling without the budget to support them, this conference is for you. Companies are finding their IT storage demands stretched by increasing legal requirements and competitive pressures are ... more details

Professional Mentorship: Professional Mentorship Program - Meeting for Program Mentees - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T18:00:00-04:00

Join your program colleagues as well as the dedicated team of Step Up Liaisons for support in reaching your program goals. The event will be held on July 27, 2009 at Chicago. ... more details

CDMUG Venti ver 2.93 - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T19:00:00-04:00

Join our group for a night of technology and knowledge. The floor will be open for project presentations and topics. As always CDMUG events are a great way to meet like-minded people in our area. Bring your laptop, ... more details

Iowa Drupal Users group meeting - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T19:00:00-04:00

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Six Sigma Black Belt Training - Mon, July 27

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-27T20:00:00-04:00

Learn to Implement Six Sigma Methodology and Become a Six Sigma Black Belt The Six Sigma philosophy brings together the best tools and techniques from the leading quality consultants over the last 25 years. That's why The DESARA ... more details

AM&AA 2009 Summer Conference & Deal Bash - Tue, July 28

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-28T08:00:00-04:00

"What's Next - Creating Value & Deals in Today's Economy July 28-30, 2009 Highlights & Keynote Speakers: Bob Berland, Two-Time Olympic Competitor & Family Business Owner Representatives of the Federal Reserve Bank will give a ... more details

Shidler Business School Insider : Chicago - Tue, July 28

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-28T18:00:00-04:00

Get advice on admissions from business school admissions officers, business students and alumni. Our panel of experts will answer: * How does today's economy impact business school admissions? * What is the greatest ... more details

Position Yourself as the Candidate of Choice in a Changing Job Market - Part 2 - Tue, July 28

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-28T18:30:00-04:00

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Predictive Modeling in Workers Compensation - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T08:00:00-04:00

The 6th Annual Conference on Practical Applications of Predictive Modeling in Workers’ Compensation focuses exclusively on application-oriented, rather than theory-based content. Each session is built on specific in-depth case ... more details

Midwestern Wind Power Development & Finance Summit: Post Conference Workshop - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T08:00:00-04:00

ACG Chicago : 2009 Advanced Lighting Investment Summit - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T10:00:00-04:00

Driving investment & development in the 21st century economy, ACG Chicago brings you our 5th Cleantech program on one of the sector’s most promising markets. Learn about the market, the companies driving innovation and ... more details

Shakers and Stirrers Chicago - NFP Business Networking Mixer - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T18:00:00-04:00

* Make quality business connections and mingle with top professionals. * Enjoy complimentary nibbles and drink specials. Cash bar. * The next day we'll email you the list of confirmed attendees to help you follow up with your ... more details

The Chicago Semantic Web July Meetup - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T18:30:00-04:00

This month the talk will be given by one of our organizers, Griffin Caprio, on Semantic Mashups. Description A mashup is a web page or application that combines data or functionality from two or more external sources to create a ... more details

July Web Analytics Wednesdays in Chicago - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T18:30:00-04:00

Hi All!

Here's the official link for the July WAW event : http://www.webanalyti...

Please reserve the ... more details

Professional Mentorship: Goal Setting Workshop - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T18:30:00-04:00

As a professional woman, are you often too busy with the task at hand that you lose sight of where you want to go? Take some time for yourself with a group of dynamic women to set a defined destination and a roadmap to get there at ... more details

Business Networking Class-Free Intro To Golf Lesson And Amateur Tune-Up Clinic - Wed, July 29

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-29T20:00:00-04:00

FREE INTRODUCTION TO GOLF CLASS
A great way to meet new people, network and 'Get a Grip on the game of Life!"
8 pm - Until

You must buy you own golf balls, but the ... more details

InKnowVision Institute- The Power of Connective Wisdom-For Financial Planners - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T08:00:00-04:00

The InKnowVision Institute The InKnowVision Institute offers technical, marketing and practical education for financial and legal advisors working with (or looking to work with) high net worth clients and families. In its ... more details

BUYING A PROFITABLE BUSINESS: Find, Evaluate, and Negotiate - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T08:45:00-04:00

Learn about buying a business as an alternative to starting up a new business. Also learn how to analyze new business opportunities and negotiate a business purchase. ... more details

ACG Wisconsin : 2009-2010 Platinum Sponsorship - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T10:00:00-04:00

Your ACG WI chapter continues to work very hard to significantly expand the ACG offerings to our members. Our goal is to maintain our position as the premier professional organization in Wisconsin focused on helping companies drive ... more details

Users of Free Operating systems Monthly Meetup - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T10:00:00-04:00

UFO Chicago has meetings on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at the Golden Nugget Pancake House, 4229 West Irving Park Road, Chicago IL. Getting there is simple. ... more details

IAOP Chapter: Contracting Process - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T13:00:00-04:00

The next virtual meeting of the IAOP Contracting Process Chapter, chaired by Brad Peterson and Paul Roy of Mayer Brown LLP, will be held Thursday, July 30, 2009 from 1:00-2:00 pm EDT. This program will center on “Effective and ... more details

I Want to Walk the Talk Beach Volleyball Tournament - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T16:00:00-04:00

Come check out what I Want to Walk the Talk is all about with a team of friends, colleagues or simply to meet new people! Format: 6 v. 6, co-ed. (recreational skill level) First Place Team will receive a cooking class sponsored ... more details

Emerge- Leadership 2.0 - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T16:30:00-04:00

EMERGE is a unique experience for Latino “Emerging” professionals to expand their network and to enhance their personal development. It takes the traditional networking venues and elevates the conversation and experience to target ... more details

An Evening With NFTE - Drinks, Hors Doeuvres, and Entrepreneurs - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T18:00:00-04:00

An Evening With NFTE - Drinks, Hors D'oeuvres, and Entrepreneurs The event will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2009 from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (CT) at A New Leaf, 1820 N. Wells, Chicago, IL 60614. ... more details

Downtown Meishi (Business Card) Exchange - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T18:30:00-04:00

Get your business cards ready… The Young Professionals Committee of the Japan America Society of Chicago presents a Downtown Meishi (Business Card) Exchange Thursday, July 30, 2009 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 6:30 ... more details

Downtown Meishi (Business Card) Exchange - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T18:30:00-04:00

Join Chicago’s finest professionals for the Japan America Society of Chicago’s downtown Business Card Exchange. Network with engaging individuals, enjoy delicious appetizers, and mingle in a vibrant atmosphere. Come make ... more details

The Chicago Experimental Game Development July Meetup - Thu, July 30

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-30T20:00:00-04:00

Please join us at Tandem for yet another wonderful gamedev meetup. We won't be serving any lattes here so please bring your own java(starbucks around the corner.) Again, if you have anything you want to share or present, ... more details

Tech 101 Workshops - A Series of Learn and Do Workshops - Fri, July 31

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-31T09:00:00-04:00

This is a series of weekly 2 hr workshops is intended for people who learn best with hands-on exercises and in small workshop environments. We will have a maximum of 8 people per workshop. During the first hour of each workshop, we ... more details

Summer Social No. 2 - July 31st - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM - Fri, July 31

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-07-31T17:30:00-04:00

Join Chicago WordPress Meetup Group in an informal setting. Kick back and enjoy a cold beverage or appetizer (very affordable menu) at Jimmy Figs Restaurant and Bar. Bring business cards to pass out. See you there!

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Rabqsa Iso 9001 Lead Auditor Class - Mon, August 03

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-03T08:00:00-04:00

ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor Training5 Days - 3.6 CEUs This five day course is designed for those who are responsible for managing their company’s audit program and for those who want to further improve their internal audit skills. ... more details

forum on Internal Branding : Pre-Confrence Workshop - Mon, August 03

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-03T09:00:00-04:00

Take internal branding from complexity to clarity through these interactive workshops guaranteed to jumpstart your conference experience. These workshops are a great opportunity to advance your learning and network with fellow ... more details

2009 ANA Business-to-Business Conference - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T07:45:00-04:00

ANA/BtoB MAGAZINE Business-to-Business Marketing Conference Two of the biggest brands in the industry have combined for this event. ANA (Association of National Advertisers) is the industry's premier trade association dedicated to ... more details

2009 B-to-B Marketing in the New World - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T07:45:00-04:00

Two of the biggest brands in the marketing industry have combined forces to produce a two-day event tailored to the needs of b-to-b marketers amid an unprecedented business climate and a rapidly changing digital communications ... more details

Cold Chain for Food & Beverage - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T08:00:00-04:00

Recent product recalls & spoilage problems have become wide-spread and frequent, forcing manufacturers, logistics providers and the government to address existing issues. The new administration has made food safety a major priority - ... more details

forum on Internal Branding - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T08:30:00-04:00

Winning In The Marketplace Through Employees Who Are Highly Engaged In Your Brand What could you accomplish in your organization if your employees were all knowledgeable, enthusiastic and passionate about your organization and its ... more details

Going Into Business: Evaluate Yourself, Take First Steps - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T08:45:00-04:00

Do you have what it takes to start and run a successful business? If so, what are the first steps you should take? This workshop will help you assess your prospects, give you the initial direction you need, and inspire you to move ... more details

The Leadership Challenge Forum 2009 : Pre-Confrence Workshop - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T09:00:00-04:00

What you will receive: * A two-day Leadership Challenge® Workshop, a highly experiential workshop that focuses on The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership®, developed from the original and proven research of bestselling ... more details

BNC Venture Capital Group - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T17:00:00-04:00

The BNC Venture Capital Group introduces exciting investment opportunities to professional investors (angels and early stage venture capitalists) and fosters the growth of entrepreneurial activity. Len Bland, CEO of Concept ... more details

YAF Monthly Happy Hour Networking Social - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T17:30:00-04:00

Please join us for our monthly Young Architects Forum Happy Hour gathering at the Rock Bottom Brewery.

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How to Turn An Idea into a Business In 1 Day - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T17:30:00-04:00

HOW TO TURN AN IDEA INTO A BUSINESS IN 1 DAY : Learn in this content-rich seminar how it's possible to take your ideas for products or services and turn them into businesses in less than a day very inexpensively. Not pursuing a ... more details

Monthly Topic (1st Tuesday) = ? - Tue, August 04

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-04T18:00:00-04:00

This will be edited when we choose the topic...

Please contact me if you would like to speak @ our Monthly!
- or write to me & request a topic for our Monthly.

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Executive Job Networking Meeting - Wed, August 05

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-05T08:00:00-04:00

Take control of your job search. Develop a more effective and powerful approach. Get results! Executives Network's meetings are like no other job search networking meeting you’ve ever attended. It’s a forum for experienced ... more details

First FTC Debt Collection Roundtable - Wed, August 05

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-05T09:00:00-04:00

Protecting Consumers in Debt Collection Litigation and Arbitration: A Roundtable Discussion.The event will be held on August 5-6 2009 at Chicago. ... more details

Cool Twitter Conferences - Chicago - Wed, August 05

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-05T10:00:00-04:00

At this time we are welcoming abstracts from all interested speakers to present on Twitter. All topics are currently welcome, including for-profit ideas, government applications, non-profit ideas, socializing applications, development ... more details

Distance Teaching and Learning Pre Confrence Workshop - Wed, August 05

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-05T11:30:00-04:00

Topics to Be Discussed: Advanced online classroom functions using Network EducationWare (NEW) Begin your Second Life: Step into the virtual world Community of Inquiry framework: Informing instructional design and learning ... more details

Meet Dave Chmura, the developer of Profcast, free, Wednesday August 5, 7:00 - Wed, August 05

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-05T19:00:00-04:00

Hi everyone,

Our August Mac Meetup will be with Mac developer Dave Chmura. He has developed one of the best tools for podcasting, called Profcast. As Dave explains it,

"ProfCast is a versatile, powerful, ... more details

The Chicago Photoshop August Meetup - Wed, August 05

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-05T19:00:00-04:00

Meetup Location:
SULZER LIBRARY
4455 N. Lincoln Ave.
Meeting Room
Chicago, IL 60625
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***TIME: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm***

Meetup Agenda:
This Meetup is ... more details

forum on Internal Branding : Post-Confrence Workshop - Thu, August 06

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-06T08:30:00-04:00

These workshops are designed to take your conference experience to the next level. Workshops allow you to take the information you gained from the general sessions, and identify and focus on your individual needs and applications. ... more details

MARKETING AND SELLING: Targeting to Get Customers - Thu, August 06

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-06T08:45:00-04:00

Marketing is vital throughout a business to give you direction, to help you to set goals/objectives that will contribute to your success, and to ensure that everyone involved is focused on the same targets; this workshop will cover ... more details

MARKETING AND SELLING: Targeting to Get Customers - Thu, August 06

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-06T08:45:00-04:00

The Leadership Challenge Forum 2009 - Thu, August 06

gary@garysguide.org (Gary) — 2009-08-06T10:00:00-04:00

During a packed two days of keynotes, breakout sessions, best practice presentations, and networking opportunities, you will be reminded why leadership matters more today than ever. Join your passionate and talented leadership ... more details