Upcoming Events

April 2, 2026, 4:30 pm — 7:00 pm

Workbox Q2 Mixer Nationwide

Join us as we bring together the Workbox community for one unforgettable evening of connection, celebration, and collaboration.

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February 19, 2026, 5:30 pm — 7:30 pm

Founder Institute Graduate Showcase & Networking Event

Meet some of our graduates and connect with the Chicago community

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February 2, 2026 — February 6, 2026,
Every: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Utah Tech Week Workspace Pass

Join us as we open our doors to UTW attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community! Registration in FREE!

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January 7, 2026 — March 25, 2026,
Every: Wednesday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Winter Wednesday Nationwide

Join us as we open our doors this winter for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community and escape the cold! Registration is FREE!

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December 11, 2025, 4:30 pm — 7:30 pm

Workbox Chicago Winter Mixer

Join us for an exciting in-person event at Workbox Fulton Market. Get ready to connect, network, and have a blast at our Mixer!

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November 6, 2025, 5:30 pm — 7:30 pm

Women Who Lead PGH: Social Media & AI

Join us at Workbox Pittsburgh for an insightful evening structured around AI effects in Social Media, lead but PGH women leaders.

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November 3, 2025 — November 8, 2025,
Every: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Free Workbox Workspace Pass: EXPlore Pittsburgh Tech Week

Join us as we open our doors to EXPlore Pittsburgh Tech Week attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community!

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October 20, 2025 — October 24, 2025,
Every: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Free Workbox Workspace Pass: DC Startup & Tech Week

Join us as we open our doors to DCSTW attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community!

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September 30, 2025, 11:30 am — 2:00 pm

Futurehaus x Webby Talks: Trust the (Generative) Process

How is AI reshaping trust online? Join us for Webby Talks + a Futurehaus fireside over lunch at Workbox.

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September 25, 2025, 10:00 am — 3:00 pm

We Give Blood Drive

We're partnering with Abbott and The Big Ten to host The “We Give Blood" drive, sign up today and save a life!

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August 29, 2025, 9:00 am — 11:00 am

Startup Your Mornings: Positioning Your Startup for Acquisition

Startup Your Mornings is a specialized workshop series crafted exclusively for growth-stage startup founders.

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August 28, 2025, 3:30 pm — 7:00 pm

Workbox Civic Opera Grand Opening & Mixer!

Get ready for the ultimate Grand Opening, Chicago! All our Workbox Chicago locations are gathering to mix, mingle, and make memories together!

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July 25, 2025, 9:00 am — 11:30 am

Startup Your Mornings – Building High-Performing Teams

​Startup Your Mornings is a specialized workshop series crafted exclusively for growth-stage startup founders.

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July 21, 2025 — July 25, 2025,
9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Free Workspace Pass: TechChicago Week

Workbox is proud to be a Workspace Provider for TechChicago Week 2025. Join us as we open our doors to attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community.

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July 16, 2025, 5:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Women Who Lead Pittsburgh

Join us at Workbox Pittsburgh – PPG Place on Wednesday, July 16 for a fun and inspiring evening designed just for women.

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June 27, 2025, 9:00 am — 11:30 am

Startup Your Mornings (Washington, DC)

Join two founder-turned-fundraising coaches to learn the playbook and tactics that can help you generate AUTHENTIC FOMO.

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June 18, 2025, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Workbox Member Mastermind: Non-Profits Meetup

This month's Workbox Member Mastermind is a hybrid event focusing on Non-Profits and Community Impact.

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June 11, 2025, 11:30 am — 1:30 pm

Futurehaus hosts Anthem Talks: Building Resilient Communities

Join us over lunch for this year's annual Anthem Talks, exploring how insight, storytelling, and action can spark meaningful change.

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June 5, 2025 — August 28, 2025,
Every: Thursday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Summer Thursdays – Nationwide

Join us as we open our doors all summer, NATIONWIDE, for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community. Registration is FREE!

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May 22, 2025, 4:30 pm — 7:00 pm

Workbox Chicago Mixer!

Join us for an exciting in-person event at Workbox Fulton Market. Get ready to connect, network, and have a blast at our Mixer!

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May 1, 2025, 4:30 pm — 7:00 pm

Workbox Dupont Circle Grand Opening Celebration!

Join us for the official ribbon cutting and open house of our first Washington DC location!

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April 28, 2025 — May 2, 2025,
Every: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Workspace Pass: DC Climate Week 2025

Join us as we open our doors to DC Climate Week attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community! Registration in FREE!

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April 17, 2025, 5:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Fireside Chat: How Networking Fuels Business Growth

Join us at Workbox - Short North and hear from successful Columbus entrepreneurs on building and nurturing powerful professional relationships.

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April 16, 2025, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything) with Chicago Ventures

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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April 9, 2025, 5:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Chat: Financial Growth Strategies

Join us at our Workbox - Downtown Minneapolis location for an impactful Fireside Chat focused on positioning your business for long-term growth.

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March 20, 2025, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Workbox Member Mastermind: Non-Profits Meetup

This month's Workbox Member Mastermind is a hybrid event focusing on Non-Profits and Community Impact.

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March 6, 2025, 3:30 pm — 6:00 pm

Workbox Pittsburgh Grand Opening Celebration!

Join us Thursday March 6th, for the ribbon cutting at our newest location in Pittsburgh, PA.

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February 20, 2025, 4:30 pm — 7:00 pm

Workbox Chicago Mixer!

Get ready for the ultimate mixer, Chicago! All our Workbox Chicago locations are gathering to mix, mingle, and make memories together!

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January 29, 2025, 9:00 am — 12:00 pm

Connections that Click: Breakfast & Networking

Enjoy complimentary breakfast + conversations with some of the leading VC and Service Providers in the industry.

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January 27, 2025 — January 31, 2025,
9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Workspace Pass: Utah Tech Week 2024

Join us as we open our doors to Utah Tech Week attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community! Registration in FREE!

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January 15, 2025, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything) w/ Stealth Fund

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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December 11, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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November 13, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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November 12, 2024, 3:00 pm — 6:30 pm

Fireside Chat: Scott Kitun, Presented by JPM

Learn what it takes to build a successful business in Chicago. Plus mix it up and connect with founders, funders, and the Workbox community.

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November 6, 2024 — March 26, 2025,
Every: Wednesday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Winter Wednesdays in Salt Lake City

Join us every Wednesday until March 26th, 2025, for a FREE day of coworking with us!

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November 6, 2024 — March 26, 2025,
Every: Wednesday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Winter Wednesdays Workbox Fulton Market (Chicago)

Join us every Wednesday until March 26th, 2025, for a FREE day of coworking with us!

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October 16, 2024, 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Digital Payments: Navigating the Future of Money

This event will be all about exploring crypto payments, blockchain's impact, real-time transactions, financial inclusion and regulatory challenges.

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October 9, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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September 20, 2024, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Workspace Pass: Twin Cities Startup Week 2024

Join us as we open our doors to TCSW attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community! Registration in FREE!

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September 18, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Angel Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising, Investment, and Business Strategy.

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September 18, 2024, 5:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Twin Cities Startup Week: Startup Funding in 2024 Panel + Happy Hour

Join us on Wednesday, 9/18 at Workbox Minneapolis - Downtown for a thoughtful panel discussion centered arounds Startup Funding in 2024!

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August 29, 2024, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Work From Summertime Chi

In partnership with P33 Chicago, World Business Chicago, and Choose Chicago, join us every Thursday, as we open our doors this summer for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community. Registration is FREE!

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August 29, 2024, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Dallas Summer Thursdays

Join us as every Thursday, as we open our doors this summer for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community. Registration is FREE!

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August 29, 2024, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Columbus Summer Thursdays

Join us as every Thursday, as we open our doors this summer for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community. Registration is FREE!

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August 29, 2024, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Minneapolis Summer Thursdays

Join us as every Thursday, as we open our doors this summer for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community. Registration is FREE!

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August 29, 2024, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Salt Lake City Summer Thursdays

Join us as every Thursday, as we open our doors this summer for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community. Registration is FREE!

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August 14, 2024, 1:00 pm — 2:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything)

The August Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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August 8, 2024, 2:00 pm — 6:00 pm

Behind-the-Scenes: Venture Capital in 2024

Join us at our newest location in Fulton Market, and get the inside scoop on the way venture investors are approaching the current funding environment.

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July 26, 2024, 12:00 pm — 8:00 pm

TechChicago Day

Join Workbox as we partner with P33 for their third annual TechChicago Week! It will be a celebration of the intersection of Chicago's strong tech ecosystem and its unique culture.

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July 23, 2024, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Digital Payments: Navigating the Future of Money

This event will be all about exploring crypto payments, blockchain's impact, real-time transactions, financial inclusion and regulatory challenges.

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July 10, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Angel Investor AMA (Ask Me Anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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June 28, 2024, 2:30 pm — 5:30 pm

Chicago ‘Xquid 2.0 Happy Hour: Film + Tech Mashup

As a part of Sundance Institute x Chicago Community Program and to celebrate an upcoming launch of Pixquid® 2.0 beta in August, this event brings different communities together!

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June 12, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Angel Investor AMA (Ask me anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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May 8, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Exited Founders AMA (Ask me anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy.

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April 25, 2024, 9:30 am — 3:30 pm

Exclusive Ecommerce Workshop

Join Workbox, Printing Press & Rebuy for a day of ecommerce strategy! Learn from Chicago influencers, hear from Monica Royer of Walmart, pitch the founder of Foxtrot, Mike LaVitola, and more!

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April 10, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Angel Investor AMA (Ask me anything)

This month's Workbox Business Services Webinar is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) with a panel of four Angel Investors.

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March 28, 2024, 4:00 pm — 9:00 pm

The Bigger Picture: Take 2 Chicago

Join us as we explore the topics of black creativity, bridging the gap in tech and what it takes to empower black founders!

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March 21, 2024, 4:30 pm — 7:00 pm

Chicago Spring Mixer

Join us for an exciting in-person event at Workbox - The Loop. Get ready to connect, network, and watch some March Madness basketball at our Spring Mixer!

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March 13, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Angel Investor AMA (Ask me anything)

This AMA focuses on Angel Investments and Talent Strategy with Amanda Daering, Angel Investor, CEO & Founder of Newance. For Non-Workbox Members interested in attending, click "Learn More" below.

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February 28, 2024, 11:00 am — 4:45 pm

Product Market Fit Day Kamp

TechRise, Kamp Events & P33 bring you a full day of startup education (with PMF as the main focus) taught by startup pros who recently been there and done that.

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February 15, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask me anything)

This AMA focuses on Fundraising and Business Strategy with Corey Greendale, the Managing Director of First Analysis. For Non-Workbox Members interested in attending, click "Learn More" below.

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February 15, 2024, 12:30 pm — 2:00 pm

A Chat with John Wallace on Commercializing the Flex Industry

Join us, virtually, for a chat with John Wallace, The Instant Group, and the Urban Land Institute on Commercializing the Flex Industry. Create a free ULI account to register for this webcast.

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February 7, 2024, 5:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Startup Founders Happy Hour – Minneapolis

Join Workbox & CodeLaunch for a Startup Founders Happy Hour on Feb 7! Connect with us and learn about our startup accelerator competition in Minneapolis!

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February 1, 2024, 3:00 pm — 6:00 pm

Workbox – The Loop Grand Opening Celebration!

Join us for our official ribbon cutting and open house! Light bites and beverages will be provided, along with tours of our offices & suites. Bring your business cards to enter a raffle for some amazing prizes!

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January 25, 2024, 9:00 am — 11:00 am

Breakfast Breakthroughs: Founder & Investor Meetup Day 3

Enjoy complimentary breakfast + conversations with some of the leading VC and Service Providers in the industry.

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January 25, 2024, 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm

4th Annual Great Chicago Food Bash

Join us for an evening celebrating the food & foodtech ecosystem in Chicago, and a fireside chat with Foxtrot Founder Mike LaVitola.

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January 24, 2024, 9:00 am — 11:00 am

Breakfast Breakthroughs: Founder & Investor Meetup Day 2

Enjoy complimentary breakfast + conversations with some of the leading VC and Service Providers in the industry.

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January 23, 2024, 9:00 am — 11:00 am

Breakfast Breakthroughs: Founder & Investor Meetup Meetup Day 1

Enjoy complimentary breakfast + conversations with some of the leading VC and Service Providers in the industry.

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January 10, 2024, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask me anything)

This AMA focuses on Fundraising and Business Strategy with the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Tensility Venture Partners. For Non-Workbox Members interested in attending, click "Learn More" below.

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December 13, 2023, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Business Decisions are Brand Decisions

Join us to learn how to apply a ‘brand lens’ to each business decision you make. For Non-Workbox Members interested in attending, click "Learn More" below.

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December 7, 2023, 10:00 am — 3:00 pm

BIPOC Startup Week: A Showcase of Innovation & Diversity

Hey Minneapolis! Join us on December 7–8 next week for A Showcase of Innovation & Diversity presented by BIPOC Startup Week!

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November 15, 2023, 1:00 pm — 2:00 pm

Investor AMA (Ask me anything)

This session is an Ask Me Anything (AMA) focusing on Fundraising and Business Strategy with Comeback Capital. For Non-Workbox Members interested in attending, click "Learn More" below.

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November 14, 2023, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

The 2023 Chicago AI Showcase

See what founders are building with AI and join us for a fireside chat with Tricia Martínez-Saab, Managing Director of Techstars Chicago on investing in an AI future.

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November 9, 2023, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Building the Future of Finance

Join us November 9th at 5:30pm at our River North location for this thoughtful and compelling discussion with founder and CEO Brian Barnes of M1 Finance.

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October 25, 2023, 4:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Chicago Fall Mixer!

All four Workbox Chicago Communities are coming together for our 2nd Chicago Fall Mixer! For Non-Workbox Members interested in attending, click "Learn More" below.

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October 11, 2023, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

The Art of Crafting Unforgettable Client Meetings

The discussion will go deep into best practices for preparing and executing high impact client meetings. For Non-Workbox Members interested in attending, click "Learn More" below.

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September 29, 2023, 9:00 am — 11:00 am

Funding Diversity, Post Affirmative Action.

Join founders and funders at Workbox River North for a lively brekfast panel discussion on investing in diversity post Affirmative Action. An official HYPE Week! event.

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September 18, 2023, 4:00 pm — 6:30 pm

Founders X Funders: Venture Capital in 2023

Join us for a panel discussion with representatives from leading Venture Capital firms as they discuss the state of VC in 2023. Drinks and networking to follow after!

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September 18, 2023, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Workspace Pass: Twin Cities Startup Week

Join us as we open our doors to TCSW attendees looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community. Registration is FREE and available at our Workbox Downtown Minneapolis location!

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July 13, 2023, 1:00 pm — 8:00 pm

TechChicago Week Coworking Hub

We’re bringing the workspace to you and giving away a free month of coworking to a handful of lucky individuals! Come see for yourself what the Workbox community is all about!

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July 13, 2023, 9:00 am — 11:00 am

Tech in the Hood Podcast – The Future of Work

Join the Tech in the Hood podcast crew to talk all things future of work, government, emerging workforce, and more. Tune in!

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July 11, 2023, 3:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Tech in the Big Leagues

Tech in the Big Leagues is one of the main events for TechChicago Week 2023. Learn about the intersection of sports and innovation with those working and playing in professional sports.

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June 14, 2023, 4:00 pm — 6:00 pm

Navigating the New Normal: Return to Work Strategies for a Hybrid World

Join Workbox and the Chicagoland Chamber’s Technology Council for an important discussion on the changing dynamics of return to work and how it is impacting employers and employees.

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June 7, 2023, 9:00 am — 10:00 am

1 Million Cups Chicago

Join us as we support local Chicago entrepreneurs sharing their journey of entrepreneurship. Coffee inspires daily, but especially Wednesday mornings!

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April 20, 2023, 7:00 pm — 9:00 pm

DNI Chicago

Meet CTOs, chat with dev teams on your terms, grow your professional network and advance your career in less than 2 hours.

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April 12, 2023, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Vijen Patel

Join us as we welcome Vijen Patel, a veteran Chicago founder. Vijen currently serves is a the CEO of Tide Cleaners, and is a Founding Partner of 81 Collection (a fund that debuted at $41 million last year).

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April 1, 2023, 11:00 am — 4:00 pm

Sales Elevation Workshop with Jordan Stupar

Workbox Members receive 67% off tickets! Spend an afternoon elevating your sales skills with world renowned sales expert and multi 7-figure CEO, Jordan Stupar. Location: Rooftop at 306 W. Erie St.

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March 1, 2023, 9:00 am — 10:00 am

1 Million Cups Chicago

Join us as we support local Chicago entrepreneurs sharing their journey of entrepreneurship. Coffee inspires daily, but especially Wednesday mornings!

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March 1, 2023, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Sonia Sahney Nagar

Fireside Nights are back! Join us as we host Sonia Sahney Nagar, General Partner at Pritzker Venture Capital Group. We'll discuss her journey as a founder, her focus today, and how she's investing in the next generation of founders.

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December 6, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Sam Yagan

Sam Yagan needs no introduction, really. As the founder of SparkNotes and OkCupid, he was named one of TIME Magazine's "100 Most Influential People in the World" in 2013. Sam currently leads Corazon Capital, a $130MM+ venture fund that he Co-founder in Chicago.

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November 15, 2022, 5:30 pm — 7:30 pm

Pipelines vs. Pipedreams: The Art of Sales Stability

Needing clearer sales projections? Join us! Stop letting common business challenges impact cash flow. Mike Haarlander will present a comprehensive approach to identifying distinctions that ground real results. His unique perspective provides a raw and empowering take on building pathways toward ultimate sales stability.During this workshop, attendees will receive powerful tools leading to clarity, direction, and rapid growth.

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November 3, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Samir Mayekar

Join us as we welcome Samir Mayekar, Deputy May of the City of Chicago, to Workbox River North. Samir will speak about his time working at the White House as well as his pre-government journey as an entrepreneur. He'll also discuss the current state of Chicago's economy and what to expect in the future for the city.

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November 2, 2022, 2:00 pm — 6:00 pm

Workbox Downtown Minneapolis Grand Opening!

Join us on November 2 for the grand opening of our newest location in Downtown Minneapolis! We will be providing snacks and beverages, along with tours of our offices & suites. We'll be raffling off some amazing prizes (did someone say free memberships?), so bring your business cards.

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October 19, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Desiree Vargas Wrigley

It's that time of year! Fireside Nights with Claude Cimeus are back, and Workbox is excited to welcome Desiree Vargas Wrigley, the Chief Innovation Officer of P33. Desiree previously founded GiveForward, one of the first fundraising tools on the internet. She later founded Pearachute, a kid's activities marketplace, and was featured on Shark Tank where she secured a deal with Mark Cuban. We'll talk about her early life aspirations, what led her to become an entrepreneur, and the lessons she learned along the way. We'll also chat about the bright future she's building for Chicago and her passion for helping more women become investors.

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July 21, 2022, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Summer Open House & BBQ

Join us at Workbox West Loop to check out our newest space and enjoy an afternoon of food, refreshments, and mingling with innovative professionals and companies!

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July 12, 2022, 5:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Illinois Governor-J.B. Pritzker

We're honored to host the 43rd Governor of Illinois, J.B. Pritzker, as he sits down to discuss why Illinois is leading the future of innovation. Other guests include Mike Gamson (CEO, Relativity)...

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June 13, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Steven Galanis

Fireside Nights with Claude Cimeus are back at Workbox! On Monday, June 13, we’re beyond excited to welcome Cameo Co-Founder & CEO, Steven Galanis. As part of the team that built one of Chicago’s most iconic unicorn tech companies, Steven has incredible insight into the art of building a business. During this conversation, we’ll learn more about his journey and the lessons he’s learned in the process, as well as what’s next for this fan-favorite platform.

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April 19, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Gale Wilkinson

Up next on Fireside Nights is Gale Wilkinson! She's on a mission to open access to angel investing for everyone. Gale is the Founder & Managing Partner of VitalizeVC, an early-stage venture fund. She also recently launched VitalizeAngels, a community of angel investors for everyone, both accredited and non-accredited investors. Members can invest as little as $1k.

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April 6, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Kevin Willer

Whether you know it or not, Kevin is one of the most powerful people in Chicago, full stop. He constantly ranks alongside the Mayor, the Governor, and some of our billionaire power brokers. Chicago currently has 12 tech unicorns, meaning startups valued at $1 Billion or more. Through his fund Chicago Ventures, he's an early investor in at least four of the Chicago unicorns (Cameo, G2, M1, Project44). Back in 2000, he Co-Founded Google's office in Chicago. He spent ten years at Google. He then became a Venture Partner at Pritzker Group, where he and J.B Pritzker collaborated on many Chicago tech initiatives. He was also the founding CEO of 1871.

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March 23, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Tessa Flippin

Tessa is on a mission to reduce the racial wealth gap, once and for all. She wants to make Black and Latinx folks millionaires/billionaires. Tessa's working towards that mission by investing in early-stage Black and Latinx founders while simultaneously creating access for diverse LPs. She's tackling a $2 Trillion opportunity. This work is not charity.

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March 9, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights, Scott Kitun

Scott needs no introduction in the Chicago tech community. He has been doing his part building up the community here for the past decade+ through the Technori events. He has hosted endless big names through his Technori Podcast, including Will Glaser (Pandora founder) and Phil Libin (Evernote founder). Brian Barnes (M1 founder) -- and countless others. It's honestly tough to find a successful Chicago tech company launched over the past ten years that wasn't on the Technori stage at one point or another. Scott is also the co-founder of Songfinch. On-demand music service for consumers. He has big dreams with this company to transform the future of music distribution.

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February 10, 2022, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Fireside Nights: Amanda Lannert

Join this conversation with one of the most respected leaders in Chicago, whether it's in tech or beyond tech. They'll be talking about everything: from how she grew up, the early life lessons that have led her to be where she's at today, the challenges she faced, and where she sees the future of Chicago tech heading.

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December 2, 2021, 5:30 pm — 7:30 pm

10th Annual Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) “Small Business Pitch Throwdown”

In support of its mission to promote the success of small businesses, the Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) will host its 10th Annual "Small Business Pitch Throwdown" event on December 2, 2021! This is an incredible opportunity for entrepreneurs to pitch their products or services before a panel of distinguished judges and in front of a LIVE audience, generating awareness in the market and pursuing their company’s continued growth. Applications accepted here: https://forms.gle/3CPcdfbn4b2vExLZ8

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October 13, 2021, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Sales Bootcamp: Define, Scale, and Report on Your Sales

Scaling a sales process is very different than making a sale. In this session we'll walk through how to define your sales process, how to approach scaling your sales team, and what KPIs can help you spot friction as you grow. Using specific examples, we'll workshop how to use your sales process to provide a better, scalable buying experience for your prospects and customers.

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September 30, 2021, 3:00 pm — 6:00 pm

Chicago Venture Summit Happy Hour at Workbox

Celebrate the Chicago Venture Summit with us! You're invited to join fellow attendees and event partners for a socially distant happy hour at the newest Workbox location in River North.

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September 23, 2021, 3:00 pm — 5:00 pm

Workbox Gold Coast Happy Hour

We will offer you a quick tour and the option to work out of our space for the day. At 3pm we will provide drinks and snacks, and you will have the opportunity to chat with our current members and Workbox staff in a casual setting. Stop by, have a good time, and see what Workbox Gold Coast has to offer!

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September 21, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm

Founder Night Out (Organized by Founder Institute Chicago)

Founder Night Out is a fun, social event where you can meet entrepreneurs, investors, service providers, and other members of the startup community. You can also share your business ideas and aspirations with like-minded peers.

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September 9, 2021, 2:00 pm — 5:00 pm

Workbox Opening Happy Hour – River North!

This happy hour is to celebrate the soft opening of our River North office. Join us for a socially distant happy hour at our new location. This office is perfect for large teams with expansive suites and room to grow. Attendees will be able to enter into a raffle for special prizes and promotions for memberships.

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August 18, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm

Founder Night Out (Organized by Founder Institute Chicago)

Founder Night Out is a fun, social event where you can meet entrepreneurs, investors, service providers, and other members of the startup community. You can also share your business ideas and aspirations with like-minded peers.

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August 12, 2021, 2:00 pm — 5:00 pm

Workbox Happy Hour

Celebrate with us! This happy hour is to celebrate the soft opening of our West Loop office. Join us for a socially distant happy hour at our new location. Attendees will be able to enter into a raffle for special prizes and promotions for memberships.

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June 25, 2021, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Magnificent Mile Open House

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June 25, 2021, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Workbox Gold Coast Open House

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June 16, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm

Founder Night Out (Organized by Founder Institute Chicago)

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June 16, 2021, 10:00 am — 11:00 am

Fireside Chat – A Conversation about Scaling with Sock Club (Moderated by Hubspot)

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May 20, 2021, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

How DEI Is Transforming Venture Capital & Private Equity to Create a More Inclusive Startup Ecosystem

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May 13, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm

Founder Night Out (Organized by Founder Institute Chicago)

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May 4, 2021, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Developing a Go-to-Market Strategy: Sprint. Test. Pivot. Repeat.

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April 27, 2021, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

Ask Me Anything with Carema Consulting

Join Kathleen Marcell and Brian Hall with Carema Consulting to get answers to your Customer Success questions!

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April 20, 2021, 1:00 pm — 2:00 pm

The Purpose/Strategy Connection: Aligning your Company for Peak Performance

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April 15, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm

Founder Night Out (Organized by Founder Institute Chicago)

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April 14, 2021, 11:00 am — 11:45 am

Learn more about Technoir Solutions

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March 24, 2021, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

Enterprise Sales & Onboarding with Workbox Mentor, Ben Schack

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March 23, 2021, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

Leveraging Private Equity for Growth with High Street Capital

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March 18, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Founder Night Out (Organized by Founder Institute Chicago)

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March 9, 2021, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Prioritizing Finances For Startups – During Tax Season & Beyond

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February 25, 2021, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

Ask Me Anything with Josh Meyer of Got IT Digital

Join Josh Meyer from Got IT Digital to get answers for all of your digital marketing questions!

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February 23, 2021, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

Ask Me Anything with Carema Consulting

Join Kathleen Marcell and Brian Hall with Carema Consulting to get answers to your Customer Success questions!

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February 18, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Workbox, Gamerjibe, Founder Night Out Event

Founder Night Out is a fun, social event where you can meet entrepreneurs, investors, service providers, and other members of the startup community. You can also share your business ideas and aspirations with like-minded peers. All you need is a web browser to attend.

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February 10, 2021, 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm

Legal Considerations for Startups (from a Founder & Attorney’s Perspectives)

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January 27, 2021, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

Tax Issues Facing Startups with Baker Tilly

Start-ups often face varying tax issues that they may not be aware of until a buyer or governmental agency raises them.

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January 26, 2021, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

Establishing an Onboarding Plan for a Compelling Year 1 Customer Experience

Developing great Customer Success - as an order of business second only to building a great product - leads to a higher Series A company valuation and faster realization of product/market fit.

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January 13, 2021, 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Workbox, Gamerjibe, Founder Night Out Event – Startup Showcase

Virtual Networking Event - Founder Institute is hosting an event with Workbox and Gamerjibe. See you there!

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November 19, 2020, 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Workbox, Gamerjibe, Founder Night Out Event – November Virtual Happy Hour

Virtual Networking Event - Founder Institute is hosting an event with Workbox and Gamerjibe. See you there!

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October 28, 2020, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Workbox, Gamerjibe, Founder Night Out Event – Virtual Series

Virtual Networking Event - Founder Institute is hosting an event with Workbox and Gamerjibe. Get your avatar out to meet entrepreneurs, tech startups and potential investors.

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September 23, 2020, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Founder Night Out – Virtual Series

Virtual Networking Event - Founder Institute is hosting an event with Workbox and Gamerjibe. Get your avatar out to meet entrepreneurs, tech startups and potential investors.

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August 25, 2020, 10:00 am — 10:30 am

Technori Podcast: Evolution of Startup Incubation and Coworking

Technori Podcast - Evolution of Startup Incubation and Coworking. John Wallace, CEO & Co-Founder of Workbox speaks to Scott Kitun at Technori about Workbox and how it is helping startups in COVID.

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August 25, 2020, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Workbox sponsors virtual networking event with Gamerjibe

Virtual Networking Event - Meet Startups and Investors from the comfort of your home. Don't forget to put on a fancy hat!

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August 11, 2020, 10:00 am — 11:30 am

VentureSCALE: Building a foundation for sales in 2020 (Virtual Event)

Since 2017, VentureSCALE has been the first and only accelerator that's 100% focused on helping B2B startups build sales & revenue engines. To celebrate, VentureSCALE is hosting an event featuring some amazing thought leadership and a rockstar panel.

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July 28, 2020, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Virtual Founder Night Out (Part 3) – Technology provided by Gamerjibe

Virtual Founder Night Out. The online event will feature an interactive 3D environment where you can control your avatar to explore the venue, network with participants, and exchange contact info.

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July 9, 2020, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm

HPVP Virtual Startup Discussion

Jackie and Guy from Hyde Park Venture Partners will share their view of the reopening funding environment: what entrepreneurs are doing differently to cut through the noise of virtual meetings, how valuations are evolving and how the fundraising strategies for Midwest companies need to adjust.

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June 30, 2020, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Virtual Founder Night Out – Technology provided by Gamerjibe

Virtual Founder Night Out. The online event will feature an interactive 3D environment where you can control your avatar to explore the venue, network with participants, and exchange contact info.

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June 24, 2020, 4:00 pm — 5:00 pm

Chicago Inno: Future of Work

Chicago tech leaders discuss how they’re approaching work for the rest of 2020 and beyond as we emerge from the COVID-19 crisis.

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June 2, 2020, 8:00 am — 9:30 am

Re-Emerging from COVID-19

Virtual panel discussion focused on safely and productively transitioning to "the new normal" as operators make plans to return to work safely. Moderated by Betsy Zieger (CEO of 1871).

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April 28, 2020, 8:00 am — 9:30 am

Coffee, Capital & COVID-19 (III/III)

What's next for the Chicago startup economy. Moderated by Todd Connor (Bunker Labs) with Todd Ewers (Signature Bank), Abin Kuriakose (Chicago NEXT), & Brandi Bridges (P33 Chicago)

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April 22, 2020, 6:00 pm — 9:30 pm

Gamerjibe: Virtual Networking Happy Hour Event

The online event will feature an interactive 3D environment where you can control your avatar to explore the venue, network with participants, and exchange contact info from the comfort of your home.

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April 14, 2020, 8:00 am — 9:30 am

Coffee, Capital & COVID-19 (II/III)

Accesses capital in the current COVID-19 environment. Moderated by Tony Wilkins (Standing Oak Venture Partners) with Panelist Samara Mejia Hernandez (Chingona Ventures) & Greg Barnes (HPVP)

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February 26, 2020, 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm

Workbox Sponsors Table at Innovators Guidance to Chicago

Chicago's innovation ecosystem is on the rise, thanks to the ever-growing network of corporations, startups, investors, universities, non-profits and the government collaborating to take Chicago to the next tier as a global hub of innovation.

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January 29, 2020, 9:00 am — 12:00 pm

Dream Exchange: Successful Capital Raise Secrets

What you should know BEFORE speaking with investors.

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January 23, 2020, 5:30 pm — 8:00 pm

Workbox Attends: Chicago Inno: Startups to Watch 2020

State of Innovation meet-up, which will feature a showcase of startups from the 2020 'Startups to Watch' list.

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November 19, 2019, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Founder Night Out: Network with Chicago Entrepreneurs

The event is sponsored by Founder Institute Chicago, Workbox, and Grey. Founder Institute is the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator and has been operating in Chicago for the past 8 years.

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November 12, 2019, 5:00 pm — 10:00 pm

Workbox Attends: EO: Celebration of Entrepreneurship

Celebrate the city's best and brightest entrepreneurs at Moonlight Studios in the West Loop!

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September 26, 2019, 5:30 pm — 8:30 pm

Driving Value in a Downturn

On the night of Thursday September 26th we are going to meet-up to network and to learn more about how to "Drive Value in the Downturn" during the expert panel discussion.

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September 13, 2019, 8:30 am — 10:30 am

FemCity Chicago: Local and Online Community for all Women

Five secrets to transform your business to a 100k profit center.

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August 27, 2019, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Voice of Blockchain

Come find out about blockchain in business, bitcoin and cryptocurrency, and the social impact this technology will have on society.

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August 23, 2019, 9:00 am — 9:30 am

Workbox CEO/Co-Founder on Bootstrapping in America

John Wallace, CEO of Workbox discusses business strategy with Tastytrade's Kristi Ross. A very different model than conventional coworking.

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July 29, 2019, 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Chicago Founder Night Out

Founder Night Out at Workbox! Founder Night Out is a fun, social event where you can meet local entrepreneurs and technology CEOs.

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June 20, 2019, 4:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Workbox Grand Opening

If you're an entrepreneur, founder, freelancer, or coworking space connoisseur, we have a new concept for you.

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