The Ideal Candidate 10 Year Celebration Sponsored by Best Buy

​Join us for an unforgettable evening as The Ideal Candidate celebrates 10 years of transforming careers, closing the soft skills gap, and placing workforce-ready talent across Chicago and beyond.

​On August 8th, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, we're gathering the graduates, hiring partners, mentors, sponsors, and community champions who have been part of this journey — at the iconic Bar Sol on Navy Pier, with views of Lake Michigan and a night to match.

​Expect an evening of great food, open drinks, meaningful conversations, and a look ahead at the next chapter of The Ideal Candidate.

​Whether you're a graduate who landed your first professional role through our program, an employer who has hired our talent, or a partner who has believed in this mission from the start — this night is for you.

​Tickets include food and drinks. Dress to impress — this is a celebration ten years in the making.

​Agenda:

​6:00 – 7:00 PM → Arrival + Networking (Happy Hour Vibe)

​7:00 – 8:00 PM → Speakers + Award Recognitions

​8:00 – 10:00 PM → Celebration + Music + Open Networking + DJ Party

​Sponsored by Best Buy. Hosted by The Ideal Candidate. | TheIdealCandidate.org