5 hottest events for Chicago's tech startup community this week

Written by Tessa McLean
Published on Jun. 08, 2015
5 hottest events for Chicago's tech startup community this week

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It may feel like winter here in Chicago, but that doesn't mean you have to hibernate at home. As it warms up out there this week, it's time to start networking with your tech peers. Here are the five hottest Chicago tech events happening this week. 

1. Summer Meetup: Service Maps & US Foods, June 9 at 6 p.m.

Join New Relic for their User Group on Tuesday. There will be presentations, collaboration, and Q&A amongst other New Relic users and experts from greater Chicago. Food and beverages will be provided.

2. Social Media: Brand Building Tools & Trends for 2015, June 9 at 6:30 p.m.

Brand building and online communities are critical component of any organization’s social media marketing. With the power of social media radically transforming what it means to be a strong brand in today's world, social media managers use a range of tools to help build their brand, develop communities and engage their fans and customers. In this exciting panel discussion, you’ll learn about the specific tools top social media managers use and their strategies for developing a successful brand. 

3. IBM Women Developers One Day Cloud Bootcamp, June 10 at 7:15 p.m.

This free full day event will focus on Women Developers with a range of activities focused on cloud cognitive computing with labs for beginngers and advanced participants. 

4. The Fourth Annual Moxie Awards, June 11 at 5:30 p.m.

It's our biggest event of the year! The Fourth Annual Moxie Awards, presented by Built In Chicago, will gather Chicago's most innovative digital entrpreneurs at the Park West. Join us for an evening of celebration and networking as we recognize outstanding individuals and companies.

5. The People's Music School - Hackathon, June 13 at 9 a.m.

Music is universal, creative, connective. So is technology. Are you a developer who loves to play, a musician who loves to design, or a music teacher with business chops?  Maybe you're a consultant who jams on the weekends! Join the Music Hack with a team and contribute your skills in music, technology, education, business, and design.

Have a great week Chicago and be sure to check out our events calendar for all the other tech events happening around town.

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