EO Chicago

EO Chicago Breakfast at Prasino
2023-08-16 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Prasino, 93 South La Grange Road, La Grange, IL 60525, La Grange, IL, 60525, US
EO Intimate breakfasts are back! Start your day with connection and inspiration, and join your fellow EO’ers over a farm-to-table breakfast.

P﻿lease cancel within 48 hours to avoid a cancellation fee. Thank you.

Bryant Park Yoga: Wednesday Evening Classes 2023
2023-08-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Bryant Park, Lawn, New York, NY 10018, New York, NY, 10018, US
Bryant Park Yoga returns to the Lawn for Wednesday evening classes beginning May 31!

Join us for Bryant Park Yoga presented by Essential Costa Rica on the Lawn on Wednesdays from May 31 through September 27. Please register in advance by completing this form. Classes are free and open to the public. Mats are not provided.
By pre-registering you are accepting the program’s waiver which can be viewed in full here. For more information on Bryant Park Yoga please visit our website here.
COVID-19 vaccinations and masks are not currently required but Bryant Park will continue to monitor and follow updated New York City and New York State COVID-19 guidelines throughout the summer as necessary.
When you arrive for class, please check in at one of the bistro tables located at the North or South side of the stage. If you have a smartphone, please show your QR code on your ticket to our check-in staff. More information about check-in will be sent to each participant via email. Check-in opens at 5:15pm.
Thank you to Bryant Park Yoga partners Essential Costa Rica, Miraval Berkshires Resort & Spa, Lifeway Foods, and POPSUGAR for supporting the series!

High Performance Leadership with Todd Brook
2023-08-22 09:30 - 11:30
The “High-Performance Leadership” workshop is a program for EO members and their senior leaders who are looking for guidance on how to level up their leadership style and rapidly enhance their relationships with employees.
In this session, you will learn:
– The fundamental building blocks of a high-performance leader
– Key leadership “watch-outs” to remain aware of
– Essential routines that create exceptional leaders. These routines include practices like goal setting and alignment, effective 1:1’s, constructive manager meetings, productive quarterly check-ins, and the execution of well-documented performance improvement plans.
The workshop provides participants with sample documents, clear steps, and tangible examples of these principles in action.
We welcome you to bring along your senior leadership team. The session is designed to equip you with tools that can drive robust leadership practices, fuel team performance, and foster an organizational culture of excellence.
Downtown Location TBD. More details to follow.

Informational Luncheon with EO Chicago - August 23, 2023
2023-08-23 11:30 - 14:00 | RPM Seafood, 317 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654, Chicago, IL, 60654, US
This EventBrite confirms your attendance for the EO Chicago invitation only luncheon on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

Take your business (and your own growth) to the next level and beyond with the Entrepreneurs’ Organization Chicago. As an EO member, you’ll have access to the people and the experiences that will bring massive gains in your business, wealth and personal happiness.
Experience a mock forum with like minded entrepreneurs in your community and enjoy lunch on EO Chicago. During this forum experience you will:

Meet a performance-driven community of peers dedicated to helping one another drive growth, advance wealth, and enjoy a successful, well-rounded lifestyle.
Swap strategies with elite executives from non-competing organizations in your area to realize the best opportunities in front of you, and how to overcome your work-life challenges.
Hear one EO member’s story and how the organization guided him through critical decision points to achieve extraordinary success.

Leap into next level growth with EO.
Your place has been reserved and we have prepaid for your lunch. We appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedule to learn more about EO Chicago.
We will be doing a soft start at 11:15 AM and a hard start with our program at 11:30 AM.
We look forward to seeing you very soon!

August 2023 Moderator Dinner
2023-08-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Roka Akor, 456 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, Chicago, IL, 60654, US
Please join us for the quarterly Moderator dinner. If you can not attend, please send your Moderator-Elect in your place.

We look forward to a valuable discussion and providing some useful tools you can take back to your forum.

Guns N Roses Concert at Wrigley Field
2023-08-24 17:30 - 22:30 | Wrigley Field, 1060 West Addison Street, Chicago, IL, 60613
It’s a summer concert you won’t want to miss! Guns N’ Roses North American Tour is coming to Chicago on August 24th and you are invited.

Join us in a private box for the Guns N’ Roses concert at Wrigley Field! We will welcome you to the jungle and take you down to Paradise City in style with food and drinks included!
This is a members only event with 20 seats available so tickets are first come first serve.
If you can not make it please give us 72 hours notice so you are not charged a cancellation fee.

Alignment, Belonging & Clarity - The ABC’s of Great Culture w/Todd Brook
2023-09-12 09:30 - 11:30 | 620 North LaSalle Office Spaces, 620 North La Salle Drive 7th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
“Alignment, Belonging & Clarity” is a workshop tailored specifically for EO members, offering them insights on fostering a great culture and performance within their teams. This experience provides information and strategies that you can share and implement with your leadership teams.
Throughout this workshop, participants will discuss:
Deconstructing the complexities of culture: Simplify your understanding and management of organizational culture to focus on what truly matters.
Retention strategies: Uncover the common reasons why organizations lose their top talent, and learn how to create an environment that encourages them to stay.
The ABC’s: Discover the strategic steps that can be taken to improve alignment, cultivate a sense of belonging, and instill clarity across your entire organization.
Regardless of the size of your organization, there’s no better time than now to begin applying these key elements. The foundation you build today will deliver remarkable benefits to your team’s culture and performance. Arm yourself with these actionable insights and start fostering a more unified, engaged, and high-performing team.
This event is open to Members, SAPs and EOA’s and their Senior Leadership Teams. Please make sure to register all attendees names under the correct category.

EO Chicago Prospect Interview Day (September 13th 12pm-5pm)
2023-09-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Tree Studios, 4-6 East Ohio Street ##23, Chicago, IL 60611, Chicago, IL, 60611, US
This is our formal interview for acceptance into EO Chicago. You’ll sign up for a single 1 -hour slot (12p-5p) and meet with two EO Members.

J﻿oin us at Tree Studios (4 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611, USA) to meet with two existing EO Members for an interview to evaluate culture and core value fit. We look forward to seeing you there!

EO Chicago Breakfast at Cira Restaurant (Hoxton Hotel)
2023-09-14 08:00 - 09:30 | Cira @The Hoxton, 200 North Green Street, Chicago, IL, 60607
Join your fellow EO’ers for breakfast and conversation in the city! A perfect way to start your day.

P﻿lease cancel within 48 hours to avoid a cancellation fee. Thank you.

EOA Cash Learning Day
2023-09-14 08:00 - 17:00 | TeamWorking by TechNexus, 20 North Wacker Drive #12th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60606

September Launchpad Forum
2023-09-20 12:00 - 16:30 | Chicago Brass Architectural Hardware, 220 West Kinzie Street #400, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
Launchpad Forum (A Space for all Members Not in a Formal Forum to go 5%)

Launchpad forum is for EO members who..
(a) have yet to be placed,
(b) are no longer in forum but looking to join another
(c) have chosen to go forum-less but miss the experience
(d) love forum so much they want more of it!
Our agenda with updates will follow the current norm, running from 12:00 to 4:30 with lunch at the onset and optional dinner afterwards.
Hosted in the same space every (6) weeks, we’ll confirm with attendees (3) days prior. If we have less than (5) confirmed attendees, we’ll cancel until the following date.

EO Chicago + YPO Chicagoland Sumo Family Night
2023-09-21 17:30 - 20:30 | Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago, 2815 Jorie Boulevard, Oak Brook, IL 60523, Oak Brook, IL, 60523, US
Join us for the most anticipated family event of the year – EO Chicago/YPO Chicagoland Sumo Night!

Join us for the most anticipated family event of the year – EO/YPO Sumo Night!
YPO Chicagoland and EO Chicago will be bringing Three World Sumo Champions (nearly 1,400 pounds, with 7 collective World Champion titles!) for an incredible night together! These sumo champions will go head to head and give us a show to remember! Not only is this a once in a lifetime experience to have these sumos originally from Japan with us in Chicago, but you will also have the opportunity to learn about sumo culture. They will dig into: the discipline it takes to be a sumo, their rigorous training, special cuisine (chanko nabe) and lifestyle in general!
This is an event you DO NOT WANT TO MISS! Spaces are limited to EO/YPO members and their immediate family and our SAP’s! Sign up fast because it will be sold out soon!
This is a family event and all ages are invited, but is recommended for children ages 6+.
D﻿ue to the high demand, should you need to cancel, please give us 72 hours to avoid a cancellation fee.
I﻿t will be a night to remember!

Chicago's Best Burger + Cocktail Crawl
2023-09-28 16:30 - 20:30 | Au Cheval, 800 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago, IL, 60607, US
EO Best Burger + Craft Cocktail Crawl

Team up with other EO’ers to find the best burger in Chicago! (Or at least sample some amazing burgers)
EO members/SAP only event with limited seating so we can have a more intimate experience and get to know each other better.
We’ll start in the West Loop with some of Chicago’s most famous burgers, then work our way to other spots with burgers and cocktails or beer.
Transportation, food, and drink provided once the event starts.
Recommended parking, specific venues provided in “Know Before You Go” email. Event will end where we started for those who are driving.
Vegetarian and non-beef options will be available.
For questions, recommended venues, or anything else, please contact Eric Liu: ericzliu@gmail.com

Soccer Time!! Chicago Fire vs. Inter Miami
2023-10-04 18:30 - 21:30 | Soldier Field at The Stadium Green, 1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago, IL 60605, Chicago, IL, 60605, US
Two boxes have been reserved for the Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami game in October.
This event is open for EO Members to bring ONE family guest (includes children or spouse/SLP). Additional details regarding the event will be sent separately, once the guest list is finalized.
CANCELLATION POLICY – PLEASE READ
Due to the expected popularity of this event, we will be instituting a 48-hour cancelation policy. If you register and then cannot attend, you will need to notify Meghan Johnson @ meghan@eochicago.org up to 48 hours before the event. Failure to do so, will result in a $250 per ticket fine.

New Member Welcome Dinner
2023-10-05 18:00 - 20:30 | momotaro, 820 W Lake St, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
This is also a night to introduce your spouse (or significant other) to the organization. We welcome all members that joined within the last two years.
What’s great about EO is that we have resources to help you grow in all aspects of your life. Whether it’s direct peer-to-peer learning and networking, connections to experts or once-in-a-lifetime experiences, EO can help you reach your goals. This dinner is designed to discuss your EO Membership and how you can best utilize EO’s resources to help you grow. We will review various committees, the forum placement process, events, tools and offer insight into how EO is structured so you get the most out of the next 30, 60, 90 days and beyond.
We look forward to connecting with you!

Stronger Together: Women's Entrepreneur Summit
2023-10-11 09:30 - 14:00 | Fulton Market Kitchen, 311 North Sangamon Street, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago, IL, 60607, US
Join the Women of EO Chicago in a special event to bring together local women who are kicking ass through entrepreneurship.

Join the Women of EO Chicago in a special event to bring together local women who are paving the way through entrepreneurship. Not only will we have dedicated time for mindfulness and connection, we will also have the opportunity to deep dive into what makes female leaders so powerful. And, we are delighted to welcome Casey Harrity as our keynote, who will take us on a deep dive into the importance of feminine leadership and intuition in business.
About Casey Harrity:
After nearly 15 years working in deep conflict zones, including Syria, Yemen, Iraq and Afghanistan, Casey has learned first hand how to lead – and how not to lead! – through crises big and small. As we continue our entrepreneurial journeys, we will inevitably be called on to navigate crisis situations that warrant a specific leadership style and approach, from personal crises for a colleague, crises in our communities, or crises within our businesses. She will share her moving stories and key lessons and takeaways that we can all apply as leaders.
Doors open at 9:30am and programming will kick off promptly at 10:00am. Lunch will be served.
If you are a woman business owner in the Chicagoland area, we invite you to join us for this FREE event as our guest. Capacity is limited so register soon!

2023 All Board 2Q Summit
2023-10-12 09:00 - 17:00 | The Arbory, 2219 West Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
Our whole board will spend the day working together to set our chapter up for a successful Q2. Mark your calendars! We hope everyone can make it. The success of our chapter is only as good as the collaboration of all of us together. More details to come soon.

Opportunities in Conflict with Lynn Cohn
2023-10-18 09:00 - 13:00 | ZO Clubhouse @ CME, 10 South Wacker Drive 10th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60606
Not all conflict is bad. Healthy conflict can be beneficial to a highly effective team. Join one of Chicago’s top educators on mediation, Lynn Cohn, for a 3 hour workshop on how to navigate conflict in the workplace, home and life. She will help us explore how our actions and reactions can turn conflict into an opportunity.
Walk away with tools implement immediately with your team and family.
Light lunch following workshop.
About Lynn Cohn:
Lynn P. Cohn is a Clinical Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Center on Negotiation, Mediation, and Restorative Justice at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. She has developed and taught courses in negotiation, mediation, mediation advocacy and problem solving. Professor Cohn received the student-voted Outstanding Professor of a Small Class Award in 2008 and the Dean’s Teaching Award in 2011-12 and 2012-13. She has been elected to the Leading Lawyers Network in the categories of ADR Commercial and ADR Employment, and to the National Association of Distinguished Neutrals.
Professor Cohn has trained lawyers, real estate professionals, management and union representatives, government employees, community groups and corporate employees in effective negotiation, mediation, conflict management and arbitration techniques. Clients include the National Association of Realtors, Covington & Burling, Edelman, the American Orthopedic Association, the Illinois Commerce Commission, Mesirow Financial, American Airlines, Kirkland & Ellis, Sidley & Austin, Mayer Brown, Katten Muchin & Rosenman, the Illinois Colleges Association, the City of Chicago and Lovells.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
24 hours notice or $100 fine.

EOS Session 1 w/Dan Heuertz and Kevin Hundal: Companies That Are New To EOS
2023-10-25 09:30 - 13:30 | TBD, IL
Many of the most successful entrepreneurs and business leaders work longer hours and get less return on their investments of time and money.
Maybe you grapple with some of these challenges:
•Lack of control over time, markets, or your company.
• People who don’t listen, understand, or follow through.
* Profit that’s inconsistent and/or there’s not enough.
• Growth is happening, but you can’t break through to the next level.
Quick fixes that come and go, bringing little change with continued frustrations.

Backstage Breakfast w/ Mark Agnew
2023-10-26 08:00 - 09:30 | Valley Lo Club, 2200 Tanglewood Drive Glenview, IL, 60025, United States
Come learn about EO Chicago and hear from local entrepreneur, Mark Agnew.
Mark is an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship through Acquisition @ Booth, Former CEO of Lou Malnati’s and Co-Founder of Pickles Group.
Breakfast Starts at 8:00am.
Presentation will start at 8:20am.

November Launchpad Forum
2023-11-01 12:00 - 16:30 | Chicago Brass Architectural Hardware, 220 West Kinzie Street #400, Chicago, IL 60654, Chicago, IL, 60654, US

Brave Leadership w/Speech Thomas, The Grace Network and YPO Windy City
2023-11-02 17:30 - 21:30 | RPM Seafood, 317 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654, Chicago, IL, 60654, US
We are beyond thrilled to invite you to a special event, a night that promises to be not just enjoyable, but also deeply inspiring. We are partnering with YPO Windy City, to broaden our reach, connect with fellow business leaders, and foster a stronger community in our local area.
We will be joined with the presence of a music industry legend, a revolutionary spirit, and a man whose very life epitomizes the concept of Brave Leadership. We have with us Speech Thomas, a 2x Grammy Award Winning founder and lead singer of the 4X PLATINUM hip-hop collective, Arrested Development.
Speech Thomas is no ordinary artist. He has consistently pushed the boundaries of artistry and social awareness, combining both in a way that transforms mere entertainment into an enlightening experience. His keynotes, when combined with his musical performances, form a symphony of insight and inspiration that leaves a lasting impression.
Speech Thomas and Arrested Development are the embodiment of Brave Leadership. They exemplify the potential of what can be achieved when we dare to be different, when we collaborate, when we break away from the mold, and choose to DO DIFFERENTLY.
The Grace Network, a Chicago based non profit, will also be joining us to share their mission and how they are making their mark on Chicago inner city schools and students . If we want to see equity and diversity within our universities and workplaces, we need to start supporting students facing adversity at a basic level, as early as possible. Navigating adolescence is difficult for all, but even more challenging for those facing adversity at no fault of their own. The Grace Network’s mission is simple – to ensure that all Chicago students start their school day with dignity and grace . They do this by providing basic health and hygiene items to students lacking access to basic necessities.
So, come join us in this extraordinary evening of music, inspiration, philanthropy and camaraderie. Let’s unite to grow, learn, and be moved by the electrifying presence and profound wisdom of Speech Thomas.
Let’s not just be part of the audience. Let’s be part of the movement.
Let’s be brave, let’s be different, let’s DO DIFFERENTLY.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
This event is open to members, SAPs and a few spots for SLP. First come first serve. We will be implementing a 24 hour cancellation policy. All no shows or cancellations within 24 hours of this event will be billed a $100 cancellation fee. Event attendance will be on hold until all invoices are paid.

EOA Strategy Learning Day
2023-11-08 08:00 - 17:00 | TeamWorking by TechNexus, 20 North Wacker Drive #12th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60606

EO Breakfast: The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago
2023-11-09 08:00

EO/EOA/Kellogg Cohort 136 Diwali Mashup
2023-11-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Emporium Arcade Bar, 839 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, 60607
Come celebrate Diwali with Chicago Entrepreneurs Organization.

November 2023 Moderator Dinner
2023-11-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, 1401 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605, United States
Please join us for the quarterly Moderator dinner. If you can not attend, please send your Moderator-Elect in your place.

EO Chicago Holiday Party - Old Chicago
2023-12-02 18:00 - 23:00 | Stan Mansion, 2408 N Kedzie Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60647, United States
Sweet home Chicago! Join us for an evening celebrating our great city and the holiday season with your fellow EO members.

Business Marketing w/Tim Padgett
2023-12-06 11:00 - 15:00 | 8th Light LLC, 25 East Washington Street #suite 509, Chicago, IL, 60602
Join Tim Padgett to learn about results-driven marketing tools.
When EO Chicago launched our Accelerator program, he was one of the first mentors. Tim will share some of his experiences and philosophies on how to market yourself, your company, products and services. Bring questions regarding your marketing challenges!

SLP Exclusive Event - Double Good Private Tour and Holiday Dinner
2023-12-06 16:30 - 21:00 | Double Good, 16W030 83rd St., Burr Ridge, IL, 60527
Get Ready for another fun EO SLP Experience! Touring the Double Good Popcorn Factory floor will delight and excite you. You’ll experience the taste and smell of our delicious popcorn flavors being made fresh! Following the tour, we invite you to join our vibrant SLP community for a delightful dinner.

EO Women's Holiday High Tea at The Ritz-Carlton
2023-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | The Ritz Carlton, 160 E Pearson Street at Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
Women of EO please join us for an intimate holiday High Tea experience. Take a break from your day and spend the afternoon with us…don’t worry, your work will still be there tomorrow!
