Over the past three years our two hour Glappitnova’s event has grown into a global festival highlighting exceptional talent, and both established and emerging individuals spanning all industries. There have been some great learning experiences being millennial entrepreneurs driven by a mission of bringing people together in an authentic and sustainable way. Now it’s time to push the boundaries even further by expanding our eclectic programming outside of Chicago to cities like San Francisco, Guatemala City, Abia State and more. We will release more cities, and programming shortly. The global celebration will occur July 7th - 14th make sure your on the list so you will know if we're in your city. Everything will not be televised. Before we start announcing participants we highly recommend you getting your tickets now. Before the sell out.
What To Expect At The Big Night Chicago Showcases
July 13th 2016 Showcase #1
This is our signature event involving 10 minute storytelling, performances, art installations, 50 minute panels, and more surprises. You will be able to meet investors, hangout with cultural influences, and even bust out a few dance moves with some of the participants. Each room will be designed differently with selected artwork from local artists. The drinks will be flowing and the DJ will keep you dancing. Expect an extremely talented and diverse audience with some of the city's brightest and craziest minds. The event is from 5:30 pm - 10:45 pm with various activities occurring.
Investing In Chicago Panel
Moderated by ChicagoInno, this panel of experts ranging from education, technology, and venture capital will challenge the term "Investing" and what that means for Chicago. Is it all about the money, resources, or more importantly inclusion?
Inclusion In The Arts and Culture Panel
Moderated by cultural curator Janice Bond, Chicago has so much to offer but how do we bring the various art, design, and cultural communities together to help build a better ecosystem?
July 14th 2016 Showcase #2
This is our final signature event involving 10 minute storytelling, performances, art installations, 50 minute panels, and more surprises with a different group of participants. You will be able to meet investors, hangout with cultural influencers, and even bust out a few dance moves with some of the participants. Each room will be designed differently with selected artwork from local artists. The drinks will be flowing and the DJ will keep you dancing. Expect an extremely talented and diverse audience with some of the city's brightest and craziest minds. The event is 5:30 pm - 10:45 pm with various activities occurring.
Media, Media, Momma Mia Panel
Millennials and small business owners within the communication space discuss their perspectives on understanding millennial communicative culture, and how to survive in it as a creator, employee, or entrepreneur tapping into the space.
Artists Speak Out Panel
Our diverse batch of artists discuss the inspiration of their provocative installations on display at The Big Night showcases, and how Chicago can become a haven for other emerging and local artists from a business, educational, and creative front.
