by Coco | Sep 27, 2018 | Calendar, Catalyst Ranch, Creativity, Events, Innovation, Inspire, Interviews, Newsletter, October, Teach, Workshop
It’s our favorite time of year, y’all! No, we’re not talking about sweater-weather autumn. We’re talking about the approach of this year’s Chicago Ideas Week, which of course brings with it our 2018 Chicago Ideas Week Short List! This...
by Coco | Feb 3, 2017 | Brainstorm, Consultants, Creative, Creative Spaces, Entrepreneurs, Innovation, Interviews, Meeting Planner Spotlight, Motivation, Teach, Uncategorized
Levi is an innovator and entrepreneur who is bringing together other innovators and entrepreneurs in a spirit of collaboration in a no-pressure environment. He brings this spirit to the West Loop when Coffee & Conversation comes to Catalyst Ranch in February....
by Coco | Jan 4, 2017 | Create, Entrepreneurs, January, Teach, Uncategorized, Videos
“In case you didn’t notice. . ” Everywhere you go, grocery stores are using less plastic bags, companies are reducing the use of plastic in their water and soda bottles, and eco-friendly companies are finding new ways to transport their products. The...
by Coco | Jan 4, 2017 | Consultants, Events, Interviews, January, Teach, Uncategorized
Photo Credit: Tommie Hansen via creativecommons.org Should I Really Admit This? How to Find Common Ground at Networking Events I belong to a private club in downtown Chicago. It occupies a regal, historic building. Membership requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree,...
by Coco | Oct 12, 2016 | Entrepreneurs, Inspire, Interviews, Meet, Teach, Uncategorized
Ever stumble upon a great accident? Well that is how motherhood went for me. I was running for US Congress against Luis Gutierrez in the 4th District. It was 2012 and I had raised my first $25,000. I felt empowered. I felt alive. I was living my dream of...
by Coco | Oct 5, 2016 | Consultants, Design, Entrepreneurs, Inspire, Interviews, Teach, Teambuilding, Tip, Uncategorized
Most Interesting Person: Ali Karbassi Over the past 15 years I’ve worked in many different industries; Professional photographer, senior web developer at web firms and advertising agencies, product developer at an Internet of Things startup, Technology Director...