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McDonald’s, Augmented

Jun 07, 2022
10:00 am
Virtual

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DTLC’s Annual Summer Mixer: Reconnect

Jul 14, 2022
6:00 pm
Prudential Plaza

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Nominations are now open for our 2022 Silver Medal

Nominations are now open for our 2022 Silver Medal Award. Each year, the CAF celebrates an individual making a difference in the industry, in our community, and who has mentored others along the way. You can read the full criteria and submit a nomination at the link in bio.
Nominations close Wednesday, July 20th.

The CAF Diversity Thought Leadership Council's ann

The CAF Diversity Thought Leadership Council's annual summer mixer is bringing together diverse and diverse-minded Chicago marketing professionals in a fun, casual environment. This premiere summer event serves as an opportunity to connect with those that are hiring, seeking employment, and want to engage with other professionals with similar interests around diversity.

Tickets are available via the link in bio!

"Reconnect" at the DTLC's summer mixer hosted at t

"Reconnect" at the DTLC's summer mixer hosted at the beautiful Prudential Plaza 11th floor terrace. Early bird ticket sales end June 27th. This is a limited ticket event and one not to miss with an evening filled with fantastic programming. Thank you to our presenting sponsor BET Networks.

Details available via the link in bio!

The DTLC summer mixer is BACK! We are so excited t

The DTLC summer mixer is BACK! We are so excited to be in person again for the first time since 2019. The theme this year is "Reconnect" and we are excited to make space to enjoy each other's company, help introduce diverse talent into the industry, and to focus on uplifting one another.

Early bird tickets on sale NOW! Link in bio for more info.

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