Arts Midwest

In addition to being fun and entertaining, our social events are also essential networking opportunities. Learn more about your opportunities to make new or renew existing connections and spend time with friends and colleagues!

All-Conference convenings

At each day’s Conference-wide luncheon event, we bring together the full complement of attendees to learn from and be inspired by each other and our colleagues from across and beyond our field. Whether it’s a thought-provoking keynote address, a lively discussion at your table about current issues, or an exciting live performance, you don’t want to miss these prime relationship-building opportunities. Watch for more details as we build these exciting events in the coming weeks!

• All-Conference Luncheon | Wednesday, Sept. 15
  The all-Conference luncheon will feature a performance of Ricky Nelson Remembered starring Matthew & Gunnar Nelson, a unique multi-media event featuring the life and music of Ricky Nelson. All the hit songs are performed by Ricky’s twin sons and includes never-before-seen interactive video presentation of the Nelson family, with interviews from celebrities. Sponsored by Ricky Nelson Remembered featuring Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, represented by The Brad Simon Organization, Inc.

• Brunch | Thursday, Sept. 16
  The Brunch will feature a performance by Ball in the House, the ultimate R&B a cappella group, which creates a full-band sound with vocal drums/beatbox and vocal bass. The group offers a variety of shows from Motown to a top-shelf holiday show, plus community outreach and educational programs. Sponsored by Ball in the House, represented by Betsy DuBois Agency.

Closing-Night Reception | Thursday, Sept. 16

Be sure to figure Thursday night into your travel plans because you don’t want to miss celebrating the end of a productive Conference! Our final event will be at the historic Columbia Club, a sophisticated and intimate gathering place in the heart of downtown on Monument Circle. It’s a perfect opportunity to make that one last connection before you head out to explore one of Indy’s intriguing arts districts or check out one of the city’s great restaurants.

New Connections Mingler | Monday, Sept. 13

Get a jump start on your networking on the first day of the Conference! All attendees are invited to meet and greet with old friends and new faces as our new colleagues continue the conversations started at the New Colleague Connection orientation just prior to the Mingler, before continuing on to the Opening-Night Party at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.

Opening-Night Party | Monday, Sept. 13

The beautiful Indiana Roof Ballroom is just a short walk from the Conference facilities, but once you reach it, you’ll be transported to a quaint, European village with authentic stucco facades and red-tiled roofs. Reconnect and make new friends under the soaring 30-foot ceiling’s starry night sky and crescent moon while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and beverages at this all-Conference kick-off event that so many of us look forward to attending every year. After the reception, you’ll have the opportunity to take in curated live performances that celebrate the artistic vitality of our host community. Opening-Night Party sponsored by Délégation du Quebec à Chicago.

NextGen Networking | Date/Time TBA

If you’re an early-career professional or interested in getting to know these emerging leaders, don’t miss this brand-new, fun, and informal social gathering. This event is so new that we’re still working out the details…watch for more information to come!