Forge Networking Happy Hour

​Forge Happy Hour | Chicago Founder Networking Night

​After the first day of Forge, join us for an evening of conversation, connection, and community at Porter Kitchen & Deck along the Chicago River.

​This happy hour brings together student founders participating in Forge with professionals across Chicago’s startup, investment, and innovation ecosystem. It’s an opportunity to meet ambitious student entrepreneurs, hear what they’re building, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships in a relaxed setting.

​Whether you're an investor, operator, mentor, founder, student, or simply curious about emerging ventures, we welcome you to stop by, grab a drink, and connect.

​Expect:

• ​Conversations with student startup teams building across multiple sectors

• ​Informal networking with mentors, judges, and members of Chicago’s entrepreneurial community

• ​A chance to support and discover early-stage ideas from the next generation of builders

​Forge is designed to create bridges between student innovation and the broader startup ecosystem — and this evening is where many of those conversations begin.

​📍 Porter Kitchen & Deck
📅 Following Day 1 of Forge
📩 Interested in judging, mentoring, or getting involved? Reach us at [email protected]