HUSTLE Chicago Entrepreneur Networking

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NOTE: The venue is a smart-wear (no hoodies or tracksuits), over-21 venue and ID must be shown. Venue management have the right to refuse entry even with a ticket if these rules are not followed.

HUSTLE Chicago Entrepreneur Networking — Pro Active Networking Events

HUSTLE Chicago’s Most Action-Oriented Networking for Ambitious Founders & Entrepreneurs

Your next co-founder. Your first investor. Your biggest client.

They could all be at this event.

If you're building a business — or ready to start one — HUSTLE Chicago is where high-energy entrepreneurs connect, collaborate, and create real opportunities. No fluff. No awkward small talk. Just meaningful connections that move the needle.

Whether you're launching a startup, scaling a side hustle, or raising your first round, this is your chance to meet mentors, investors, future team members, and fellow go-getters who can help you accelerate faster.

Why You Should Come:

• Meet founders, freelancers and innovators who are doing the work — not just talking about it
• Share ideas, get feedback on your MVP, or find your next business partner
• Discover investor leads, pilot customers, or early adopters for your product
• Walk away with 3–5 valuable new connections (we make sure you actually talk to people)

Perfect For:

Startup founders | Aspiring entrepreneurs | Solopreneurs | Side-hustlers | Freelancers | Investors | Innovators

This is NOT your average “handshake and hope” networking event. We keep it fast-paced, inclusive and founder-focused — with structured mingling to help you actually meet the right people.

It’s FREE to attend — but space is limited and there is the expectation you buy a full priced drink at the bar.

Grab your ticket now before we sell out — again.

Where: Hubbard Inn, 110 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL, 60654

Bring: Your business cards, your energy, and what you’re working on

About the venue

A three-floor restaurant and cocktail bar rated 4.1 from more than 1,650 reviews. It is closed on Mondays, opening 10:30am to midnight Tuesday to Sunday. There are multiple distinct seating areas and private rooms across the floors, and the upper floors are sometimes closed for private events.

Getting there

Merchandise Mart on the Brown and Purple lines is a three-minute walk and Grand on the Red Line is four, so the venue is reachable from almost anywhere on the L. It sits in River North, within walking distance of the Loop. Driving is the weaker option, as River North garage rates are among the highest in the city and street parking is scarce.

Doors 5pm. Don’t just network. Make things happen.

Join Chicago’s most proactive entrepreneurial community.

Your next breakthrough connection starts here.