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The BizBash Chicago Expo Is Thursday

August 17, 2010

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The annual BizBash Chicago Expo and Awards will return to the Merchandise Mart this Thursday. Steve Beck of Beck and Associates, Casey Cooper of Botanicals, BizBash editor in chief Chad Kaydo, and Heffernan Morgan's Erin McDonald will deliver keynote speeches. Educational sessions will cover topics ranging from proposal writing to catering trends, and the trade show floor will offer exhibitors, entertainment, and a new Twitter lounge. The day will end with a ceremony to announce our Event Style Award winners. (See the finalists here.) Get more information and register online here. Wednesday, August 18, is the last day for online registration.

10 New Venues in Chicago for Spring 2024 Meetings and Events

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The Color Factory

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Gallery Terrace at The Gwen Hotel

10 New Venues in Chicago for Spring 2023 Meetings and Events

10 New Venues in Chicago for Spring 2024 Meetings and Events

Take an inside look at these trending restaurants, resorts, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Chicago.

10 New Venues in Chicago for Fall 2023 Meetings and Events

Take a peek at these buzzworthy restaurants, hotels, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Chicago.

10 New Venues in Chicago for Summer 2023 Meetings and Events

Take a peek at these buzzworthy restaurants, hotels, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Chicago.

The Color Factory

10 New Venues in Chicago for Spring 2023 Meetings and Events

Take a peek at these buzz-worthy restaurants, hotels, meetings and event spaces, and more recently opened in Chicago.

Gallery Terrace at The Gwen Hotel

Step Inside Convene at 333 North Green in Chicago

Take a look at the space designed to reimagine how we meet and work.

Convene 333 North Green Street Chicago

10 New Venues in Chicago for Fall 2022 Meetings and Events

Take a peek at these buzz-worthy restaurants, hotels, meetings and event spaces, and more recently opened in Chicago.

The LaSalle Hotel

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Trust the experts to execute your next big bash in NYC, Miami, Boston, or Chicago.

Time Out Market

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Take a peek at these buzz-worthy restaurants, hotels, meetings and event spaces, and more recently opened in Chicago.

Why the Secret to Keeping Attendees Talking About Your Events Starts With Venue Selection

Creating a memorable experience starts with a memorable venue. Here’s why the Field Museum in Chicago is the perfect, unique space to do just that.

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Take a peek at these buzz-worthy restaurants, hotels, meeting and event spaces and more recently opened in Chicago.

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Take a peek at these buzz-worthy restaurants, hotels, meeting and event spaces and more recently opened in Chicago.

The Forester, a Hyatt Place Hotel

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