Chicago AI Meetup for Business Leaders!

# Location

Ranalli’s West Loop
1326 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607
A neighborhood pizza bar with a laid-back, communal vibe, perfect for casual networking over slices and drinks.

# Description

This is the first Chicago AI Meetup, an informal kickoff to bring together leaders, builders, and the AI-curious. No lectures, no slides, just community, conversation, and a chance to help shape what future events look like.

### What to Expect

• Pizza and drinks, order your favorites and connect with others
• Networking with people curious about AI’s impact on work, business, and our city
• Community input on what topics you would like to see in upcoming meetups such as workshops, lightning talks, demos, or panels

### Who Should Come

• Business and operations leaders curious about AI
• Startup founders, builders, and tech professionals
• Students, career changers, and lifelong learners
• Anyone interested in how AI is shaping Chicago’s future

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# Format / Schedule

5:30–6:00 PM: Arrive, grab food and drinks, mingle
6:00–6:10 PM: Group welcome and optional introductions
6:10–7:15 PM: Open networking and “Future Topics” wall where members vote on ideas
7:15–7:30 PM: Wrap-up and preview of the next meetup

Cost
Free to attend, purchase your own food and drinks.

# Organizer Note

This first meetup is casual and community-driven. There will not be formal programming until we have members and hear what you want most. Bring a friend, grab a slice, and help us kick this off.

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