Introduction to the Design Community

Join General Assembly, AIGA, and Leo Burnett for a free orientation to the Chicago design scene.

If you’re a current design student, recent graduate, new to the city, looking to make a transition in your career or just level up, this free event will help you get acquainted with the dynamic world of design in Chicago. During this well-rounded panel discussion featuring some of Chicago’s best and brightest in the design world, we’ll cover key events, companies, people, current issues, and career paths in the industry.

Drinks are on us, so come mingle with others in the local design community, and learn something new about Chicago’s incredible design community. Plus, get an exclusive look at the Leo Burnett’s Chicago headquarters!

Panelists
Alisa Wolfson
EVP Head of Design, Leo Burnett

Sam Rosen
Founder, Deskpass & One Design Company

Elaine Lopez
Design Lead, Greater Good Studio

Evan Scronce
Principal User/Customer Experience Designer, Monotype

Maria Surawska
Senior Product Designer at Punchkick Interactive Inc.

Moderator
Levi Baer
Independent Team Building Consultant and Instructor of Communication Studies
at DePaul University

Agenda
5:30-6:20 Check-in and networking
6:15-6:20 Welcoming remarks
6:20-7:30 Panel
7:30-7:45 Audience Q+A
7:45-8:15 Mingling and wrap-up

Ticket Pricing
Free. RSVP here
PLEASE NOTE: Registration will close at 12pm on Monday. October 10.

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#AIGAChicago
@AIGAChicago

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When & Where
Mon, Oct 10, 2016 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Leo Burnett
35 West Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601