Learn to earn! Our goal is to schedule expert speakers frequently on topics of interest about Web Designers and Web Development. We seek to help members improve their skills in web based Graphic Design, SEO, CMS, Web Apps, GUI, Adobe Creative Suite, Flash (especially Flash) as well as other suggestions from the group. Afterwards, we plan to meet at a local bar and network our asses off.

The Greater Milwaukee Internet Marketing Network is for those with an interest in discussing their successes and failures in the Internet marketing industry, sharing knowledge with like-minded web marketing professionals, and growing together while improving the quality of our service and professionalism. This meetup is not aimed at beginners. It is more palatable for intermediate and advanced level web professionals. Note: The members of this group do not like Internet-based MLM or online get- …

Discover and meet other web professionals and users in the Chicago area designing, developing and crafting solutions within the SilverStripe content management system. Each month we will get together and talk all things SilverStripe. Active participatiion is encouraged. So, designers, developers, agencies, freelancers, moonlighters come along and share your work and experiences. We will discuss and review features, modules, themes, extending SilverStripe, site reviews and analysis...anything re …

Maybe you have always wanted to have your own business. Maybe you have it now, by choice or by design. Either way, you may be daunted by all of your responsibilities, from finding clients to managing a website to setting and keeping your goals. In this series of workshops (see below for topics), we will give you an overview of s specific technique for success, and we will use that technique, on the spot, so that you actually get a result, and feel comfortable using it going forward. We look forw …

Launched in February 2011, the North Side Freelance Network is a collaborative resource and community-building tool for current and fledgling freelancers and solopreneurs. NSFN aims to create a community on the far northeast side of Chicago and the near North suburbs that will: Create both online and in-person spaces for people to meet Help freelancers sustain or grow their businesses Be a resource for those who are contemplating the leap to self-employment Offer mutual support as well as oppor …

- Chicago Copywriters Connect - Whether you're a freelance copywriter or part of a creative agency, the Chicago Online Copywriting and Content Marketing Meetup is open to professionals - at all levels - who wish to network to enhance their overall copywriting writing skills and share with others. Some topics we have discussed include: Copywriting Case Studies Working as a freelance copywriter Print copywriting Time Management Writing Copy for video and other digital mediums This group was cre …

This group was created for makeup artists, hair stylists, photographers, skincare lovers or anyone who loves the beauty idustry and would like to learn more about it in a less formal setting. Our topics will range from  the basic how to of makeup and hair to live photo shoots, working on a set ,bridal  seminars,  etc.. I'm a  trainer and recruiter for a prestige skincare company and a Chicago based freelance makeup artist with 15 years experience. I abslolutley love what I do and wanted to share …

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 …

Coworking MEETUP GROUP Once in a while is fun to share a cup of coffee, the occasional joke and break while you are at work. right? If you work from home, are a freelancer, location-independent workers or entrepreneur who wants to work alongside one another or take a break from the office and work at a coffee shop this group is for you. The focus is not on networking, but on building healthy relationships, sharing knowledge, and having some good fun while we're at it. See you soon! Come hang ou …

We are the Meetup group for Chicago-area translators and interpreters. We meet to discuss our languages, recent developments in the translation and interpreting professions, developing our businesses, and to enjoy each other's company. We welcome any language combination, and any level of experience. Whether you have 20 years of experience, or are just thinking about entering the profession, this group is for you.  Project managers of language service providers are also welcome.

Meetup with other local professionals who are interested in the Online News Association (ONA). Gather with writers, editors, photographers, producers, and all with an interest in the production of news for digital presentation. For more information about ONA or to become a member, check out http://www.journalists.org

The intent of this group is to encourage and develop relationships between small business owners and suitable investors. Monthly meetings will be focused on short presentations that provide timely and applicable lessons for starting, developing, and funding new business concepts. This group is solutions-oriented, and it embraces a no-nonsense approach towards immediate and actionable relationships, partnerships, and conceptual fruition.

This group is for anyone in Chicago or the suburbs interested in Graphic Design, Freelance Design and Graphic Design Students. We want to get together monthly with other design creatives and exchange ideas and tips on the latest design trends, products, client needs, tricks of the trade, and anything else that involves graphic design in a casual environment. We welcome all levels and areas of experience and expertise.

This is a group for startups, freelancers, developers, entrepreneurs, remote worker, work-from-home professionals (and everyone in between) living on the north side of Chicago, who want to work and network in a coworking environment that will stimulate, inspire and support. If you don't want to schlep downtown to a coworking space and are looking for a community of like-mined, supportive folks in the Wicker Park, Bucktown, Ukranian Village, Lakeview, Logan Square (and elsewhere!), then please jo …

This is a group for all journalists interested in investigative reporting. You don't have to be a current member of Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) to attend!