CONTENTS EXPLORE CONVENTION FACILITIES CONVENTION SERVICES FEATURED PARTNERS FOOD & BEVERAGE RESOURCES TRANSPORTATION/ ACCESSIBILITY CTC DESTINATION MANAGEMENT, A DMC NETWORK COMPANY ctcdmc.com 1431 W. Hubbard St., 60642 773-880-5878 | Offering destination management, consulting, and ground services for special events, corporate functions, and group activities. ADMC certified. k DS EVENTS CHICAGO dseventschicago.com 27 E. Monroe St., 60603 312-807-3700 | DS Events Chicago is a national, full-service special events and destination management company in Chicago and the greater Midwest. THE EXPO GROUP theexpogroup.com 5931 Campus Circle Dr. West, Irving TX 75063 | 972-580-9000 We can bring your vision to life. From the spark of an idea to the “wow” from your attendees, we redefine what’s possible. EXPO PASS expopass.com 1395 W. Jeffrey Dr., Addison 60101 312-585-7582 | Expo Pass makes all kinds of events all kinds of easy. Delivering best-in-class on-site badge printing and management tools to level up your event. FIERCE STAFFING SERVICES fiercestaffingservices.com 1136 S. Delano Ct. W., 60605 877-343-7230 | The Fierce team specializes in hospitality and event execution. We have a vast background in sports, philanthropic, and entertainment events. j k GCE LLC greencurtainevents.com 1440 N. Kingsbury St., 60642 312-579-3635 | Our capabilities include strategizing, creative development, design, production, marketing, staging of events, experiential opportunities, and concierge services. ACCOMMODATIONS KEY SPECIAL EVENT VENUES NIGHTLIFE THINGS TO DO = Minority Owned = Women Owned PARAMOUNT EVENTS paramounteventschicago.com 2738 W. Roscoe St., 60618 773-880-8044 | Paramount Events, a woman-owned and green-certified business, features full-service and drop-off catering options, specializing in seasonal ingredients. k PINSTRIPES pinstripes.com/chicago/ private-events.com 435 E. Illinois St., 60611 312-527-3010 | With elegant meeting rooms, in-house breakfast and lunch service, and team building at the bowling and bocce courts, Pinstripes uniquely combines work and play! SMITHBUCKLIN smithbucklin.com 330 N. Wabash Ave., 60611 312-644-6610 | Smithbucklin delivers innovative event design, management, and execution for associations and events of any size, scope, or location. Entertainment/Talent/ Speakers Decorators/Floral Design/ Balloons FREEMAN freeman.com 8201 W. 47th St., McCook 60525 214-445-1000 | Freeman is the world’s leading brand experience company. We help our clients design and deliver immersive live experiences. AF SERVICES, INC. afserv.com 1550 Spring Rd., Ste. 305, Oak Brook 60523 | 630-279-0500 AF Modeling provides the most experienced and professional models/hostesses in the industry. Representing companies with grace and enthusiasm. HOSTS CHICAGO hostschicago.com 500 W. Madison St., 60661 312-496-3106 | From 50 individual transfers to 10,000 attendee daily shuttles, Hosts Global has the logistical savvy necessary to elevate your transportation moves. KEHREIN CENTER FOR THE ARTS kcachicago.org 5628 W. Washington Blvd., 60644 | 312-877-2055 | A fine and performing arts center, complete with a 950-seat theatre available to rent, plus an art gallery and training workshops for civic engagement. jk PIXIS DRONES pixisdrones.com 727 N. Washington St., Alexandria VA 22314 | 833-918-6199 | At Pixis, we unite strategy, creativity, and technical precision to create drone light show experiences that deliver unforgettable moments. Destination Management Company Chambers of Commerce CHICAGO CHINATOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE chicagochinatown.org 2169B S. China Pl., 60616 312-326-5320 | A popular destination with Chinese restaurants, gift shops, and more. Offering a rich blend of heritage, culture, people, businesses, and activities. CHICAGOLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE chicagolandchamber.org 410 N. Michigan Ave., 60611 312-494-6700 | Considered one of the most influential business associations in the nation since 1904, and has created our region’s most powerful network. CHICAGO DINE-AROUND chicagodinearound.com Various locations, 60602 312-437-3463 | Chicago Dine-Around specializes in progressive dining tours, interactive culinary experiences, architectural dining tours, and team building events. CREATIVE CONSULTING SPECIALISTS, INC. creativespec.com 3738 N. Kildare Ave., 60641 312-767-3679 | Creative Consulting is a full-service event planning and production management company with a dynamic blend of local expertise and global experience. k CTC DESTINATION MANAGEMENT, A DMC NETWORK COMPANY ctcdmc.com 1431 W. Hubbard St., 60642 773-880-5878 | Offering destination management, consulting, and ground services for special events, corporate functions, and group activities. ADMC certified. k DS EVENTS CHICAGO dseventschicago.com 27 E. Monroe St., 60603 312-807-3700 | DS Events Chicago is a national, full-service special events and destination management company in Chicago and the greater Midwest. HOSTS CHICAGO hostschicago.com 500 W Madison St., 60661 312-496-3106 | Fueled with creativity and intention, Hosts Global helps visionary planners produce experiences that make hearts soar, heads nod, and businesses thrive. TAMAR PRODUCTIONS tamarproductionsinc.com 706 N. Dearborn Pkwy., 60654 773-880-1000 | Full-service destination management company specializing in corporate meetings and conventions. k Event Management/ Production Convention, Trade Show & Meeting Managers/ Producers ABSOLUTE PRODUCTION SERVICES absolutepros.com 2142 W. Walnut St., 60612 312-226-1200 | As an approved AV and production contractor in Chicago, and trusted nationwide, we manage your whole show or supplement with single services. Count on us! CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN chicagobotanic.org 1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe 60022 | 847-835-8370 | The Chicago Botanic Garden, with event sites nestled amid enchanting gardens, peaceful lakes, and native woodlands, is a spectacular site for events. CHICAGO DINE-AROUND chicagodinearound.com Various locations, 60602 312-437-3463 | Chicago Dine-Around specializes in progressive dining tours, interactive culinary experiences, architectural dining tours, and team building events. THE EXPO GROUP theexpogroup.com 5931 Campus Circle Dr. W., Irving TX 75063 | 972-580-9000 When it comes to architecting your event, we offer a wide range of services designed to create a seamless experience for you and your audience. ABSOLUTE PRODUCTION SERVICES absolutepros.com West Loop | 2142 W. Walnut St., 60612 | 312-226-1200 When it comes to event pro-duction and management, we believe anything is possible. Tell us what you need and we’ll make it happen! CHICAGO DINE-AROUND chicagodinearound.com Various locations, 60602 312-437-3463 | Chicago Dine-Around specializes in progressive dining tours, interactive culinary experiences, architectural dining tours, and team building events. CREATIVE CONSULTING SPECIALISTS, INC. creativespec.com 3738 N. Kildare Ave., 60641 312-767-3679 | Creative Consulting is a full-service event planning and production management company specializing in creating unparalleled local and global events. k THE OLD POST OFFICE post433.com West Loop | 433 W. Van Buren St., 60607 312-796-6562 The Old Post Office in Chicago is a beautifully restored 1920s historic landmark that now serves as a unique event venue, combining historic charm with modern amenities. Education, Training & Development THE SECOND CITY secondcity.com 1616 N. Wells St., 60614 312-337-3992 | Celebrating over 50 years as the home of Chicago-style improv and sketch comedy. The Second City is a must-see show in Chicago. PARAMOUNT EVENTS paramounteventschicago.com 2738 W. Roscoe St., 60618 773-880-8044 | Paramount Events, a woman-owned and green-certified business, features full-service and drop-off catering options, specializing in seasonal ingredients. k
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