This group organizes networking and social events for attendees at the BIO International Convention. We first launched the group for the 2009 BIO International Convention in Atlanta, and this year we are planning even more events for the 2013 Convention in Chicago, Illinois. If you have ideas about what this group should be doing in Chicago and beyond, please don't hesitate to contact us. This year's Convention will host 15,000 to 17,000 biotech professionals in Chicago at McCormick Place, April …

The Nude Yoga Chicago Meetup is formed to allow members the opportunity to practice non-erotic, non-sexual yoga with certified yoga instructors and other yogis of like mind who enjoy the deeper connection with their Selves while practicing Yoga (Hatha, Kundalini, Vinyasa, Tantra), Reiki, Energetic and Holistic Healing and specialized workshops without the encumbrances of clothing. We are a community of beginning, intermediate, and advanced yogis that enjoy practicing Yoga Sans Clothes in a comf …

Business Network Chicago (BNC) is a network for professionals offering extensive offline and online networking opportunities to the Chicago business community. Our mission is to bring professionals together, facilitate the development of mutually beneficial "win-win" relationships, educate, and promote the growth of business in Chicago. We support members in all phases of their career whether looking for clients, talent, a job, capital, or strategic alliances. BNC Groups – Each month BNC hos …

Chicago Health 2.0 | Tech is a community organized to improve healthcare through technology. We design meetup content that profiles startups and individuals - mixed with networking. Our meetup membership includes entrepreneurs, startup employees, clinicians, pharmacists, social workers and industry executives. Recent events have focused on opportunities where technology can solve problems - personal health records (PHRs), information therapy (Ix), patient/caregiver communities, patient/doctor co …

4-days after the 2010 earthquake struck Haiti, Chicagoans of this Meetup started spreading the message that HAITI needs help for a long, long time. One of the inspiration to start this group was an e-mail received 1-day after the earthquake, from Meetup co-founder Scott Helferman. He suggested to think about how to help Haiti by means of using a Meetup. Obviously if you’ve donated your share already, kindly pass this information to someone who likes to further help. Honestly your word-of-mouth p …

The mission of the Bronzeville Institute of Technology (BIT) is to help individuals and small businesses connect with affordable technology and online resources that they can utilize to improve their lives in the areas of entrepreneurship, arts, health and wellness, education, personal finances, environmentalism, and civic participation. Our Meetups serve as a means to increase access to computers and telecommunications technology and related training. Program activities will provide technology …

ADHD is as prevalent among grown-ups as children - and it's just as essential to manage the condition with a range of behavioral, organizational and other techniques. This is a support group for adults with ADD/ADHD and people who suspect they might have ADHD due to issues with procrastination, organization and time management. We usually meet 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month to discuss challenges and share information and experiences in a supportive environment. …

Signature Body & Mind Solutions initiated a meet up group in 2009 dedicated to developing the practical skills & knowledge of the “conscious” bodyworker or massage therapist. In order to promote a balanced sense of community within the local massage & bodywork field and embrace the education that is available for practicing body workers, these meet ups are designed to maintain integrity and interest within the massage therapy and bodywork field . This meetup group is not directly affiliated wit …

We are a network of health and life insurance agents/brokers committed to helping each other develop our marketing skills, grow our businesses and thrive in this fast-changing marketplace.

A Business Analyst professionals group based in Chicago that hosts networking events, providing valuable insight from experts in the field while encouraging networking and collaboration amongst business analyst professionals.

For anyone who is working for themselves or wish they could. Our goal is to build a support network of experienced freelancers, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers to help each other and anyone who wishes they could make the leap out of their unfulfilling, soulless jobs. We have great ideas on how to grow this group, but to kick things off we are starting a speaker series of experts to speak on topics like: Account & Legal for Entrepreneurs, Health Insurance, Communication, Financial Plannin …

The mission of NoStigmas is to raise awareness and erase the stigmas of suicide and mental illness by sharing stories of hope and inspiration from those touched by suicide and mental illness and educating the general public about mental health issues. This group is for NoStigmas volunteers a.k.a. Stigma Erasers. If you want to help build a community of hope & understanding and be an advocate for those touched by suicide & mental health issues, join our group to learn more about how to get involv …

The mission of the United Way Young Leaders Society (YLS) is to promote and encourage the spirit of philanthropy and volunteerism among the young professionals of Chicagoland. Members of YLS are committed, compassionate and generous individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact throughout our community around our issue areas of income, education and health. They GIVE, they ADVOCATE, they VOLUNTEER and they share a common desire to LIVE UNITED.

*Why Healthy Hair Lovers? It seems like Good Hair Care is an endangered practice. Far too often hair care takes a back seat to style. The truth is, without healthy hair, style is compromised. We believe that "Every Strand Matters". Jacqueline Tarrant & Towanda Coleman are committed to the goal of Healthy Hair! Jacqueline Tarrant is a 3rd generation hair care expert, founder of Hair Trauma Center Chicago, magazine columnist & author of "Healthy Hair Rehab Now!" In 2007, Jacqueline opened the "Hai …

This group will serve as an outlet for LICENSED healthcare professionals only! We believe is absolutely necessary to have an healthy outlet to discuss issues in chosen professions and support each other with dignity and love. Oh yeah...............lets have FUN too!!!!!!!

We meet every other month to engage in dialogue with feisty, leading-edge conscious business thinkers and leaders. As conscious professionals, we play with our evolving understanding of the new capitalism of integrity and transparency, and expand our personal and business imaginations. We also engage in fun, heartfelt networking with colleagues.

The Empowerment Group creates a vibrant support group to navigate effective and positive change in our lives. Guest expert speakers share their insight in navigating positive and effective change from varied perspectives. Speakers from the mental health, inspiration, self-help, spiritual, and faith based communities are invited by the group to share their unique perspective and expertise. A dynamic group discussion follows every speaker.

While some are independently motivated to study diligently in quiet places for weeks and months, there are others of us who study best in the company of others who are studying and with scheduled times that will hold us accountable in such a long process.  Don't succumb to the isolation of EPPP-land! This group is for anyone who has graduated and is ready to study for the EPPP. It doesn't matter whether you are currently a postdoc or have your fellowship, if you are just starting to study or are …

The Manifesting Mastery Mastermind is a fast forming, amazing group of like-minded individuals who are also passionate about: Personal growth Natural health Law of attraction and other universal laws Relationship freedom Emotional healing Positive thinking Professional development Success principles Spiritual enrichment Transformational leadership Goal and priority setting Authentic lifestyle design This group is a free, recurring 6-Week Manifesting Mastery Mastermind that offers you a rare op …