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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Painless Networking</title> <atom:link href="https://painless.network/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://painless.network</link> <description>Time to get connected. Painlessly</description> <lastBuildDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 14:59:20 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.4</generator> <item> <title>E-Blast: Virtual Painless #3: with Stimulus/CARES Expert</title> <link>https://painless.network/e-blast-virtual-painless-3-with-stimulus-cares-expert/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Hartweg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:45:08 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[E-BLAST]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Get Connected]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11452</guid> <description><![CDATA[<iframe title="Chicago to Host 50th Anniversary Celebration Kickoff in July (60-sec promo)" width="1200" height="675" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qzdO4O5DLXA?feature=oembed&wmode=opaque&showinfo=0" style="border: none" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>Wed, Apr 15 at 4:30pm (Re)Connect with fellow sports & event marketers Brought to you by Team Marketing Report, BirdieBox, The Sports Marketer & WTT/Chicago Smash Painless Pals: You spoke. We listened. It’s clear that a top issue facing Painless members is navigating the CARES Act, and understanding related opportunities. With that in mind, please join us this Wed night, when we’ll be joined <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/e-blast-virtual-painless-3-with-stimulus-cares-expert/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<table class="mcnBoxedTextBlock" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody class="mcnBoxedTextBlockOuter"><tr><td class="mcnBoxedTextBlockInner" valign="top"><table class="mcnBoxedTextContentContainer" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td><table class="mcnTextContentContainer" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td class="mcnTextContent" valign="top"><ul><li><h4 class="null">Wed, Apr 15 at 4:30pm</h4></li><li><h4 class="null">(Re)Connect with fellow sports & event marketers</h4></li><li><h4 class="null">Brought to you by Team Marketing Report, BirdieBox, The Sports Marketer & WTT/Chicago Smash</h4></li></ul><div><p><em>Painless Pals:</em></p><p>You spoke. We listened.</p><p>It’s clear that a top issue facing Painless members is navigating the CARES Act, and understanding related opportunities.</p><p>With that in mind, please join us <u>this Wed night</u>, when we’ll be <u>joined by <strong>Lahari Neelapareddy</strong></u>, CPA, Founder & CEO of <strong>LN Accounting Advisors, LLC (LNAA)</strong>.</p><p>Lahari and LNAA currently focus on guiding organizations and individuals through our uncertain new reality and this confusing new law. Painless lead <strong>Michael Myers</strong> and his team at <strong>BirdieBox</strong> recently hired LNAA to help their company navigate their process.</p><p>Per Myers: “From the first contact, no one delivered clearer or more precise information. She does a tremendous job of not only framing the opportunities, but breaking them down and explaining where you can best get assistance.”</p><p>She’ll <u>join us right at 4:30pm</u> to speak with us and then answer your questions. Here is the Zoom link: <strong><a href="https://zoom.us/j/92694792599" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://zoom.us/j/92694792599</a></strong></p><p>In an effort for maximum efficiency…<strong>please email <a href="mailto:connect@painless.network">connect@painless.network</a> with any questions for Lahari PRIOR to the meet-up</strong>. This way, she can tailor her remarks to our needs and maximize Q&A time.</p><p>FYI–we will set aside a Breakout Room for strictly networking in case you are not interested in hearing from Lahari, then we’ll all get to chat once she’s done.</p><p><strong>Hope you’ll join us tomorrow night–and BYOB–starting at 4:30pm.</strong></p><p>Onward!</p><p><a href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/">Chris Hartweg</a><br /><em>Founder, Painless Networking</em></p></div></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><table class="mcnImageCardBlock" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody class="mcnImageCardBlockOuter"><tr><td class="mcnImageCardBlockInner" valign="top"><table class="mcnImageCardTopContent" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td class="mcnTextContent" style="text-align: center;" valign="top" width="546">SPECIAL GOFUNDME ESTABLISHED FOR OUR INDUSTRY:<br />Help Brand Ambassadors During the COVID-19 Crisis<br /><strong><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/help4brandambassadors" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>Click here to go to the GoFundMe page</em></a></strong></td></tr><tr><td class="mcnImageCardTopImageContent" align="center" valign="top"><a class="" title="" href="https://youtu.be/hZq4B8OFnDw" target="" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img decoding="async" class="mcnImage" src="https://mcusercontent.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/video_thumbnails_new/e68427a8624968b121cfca165dd9526c.png" alt="" width="480" /></a></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><table class="mcnButtonBlock" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody class="mcnButtonBlockOuter"><tr><td class="mcnButtonBlockInner" align="center" valign="top"><table class="mcnButtonContentContainer" style="height: 87px;" border="0" width="751" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td class="mcnButtonContent" align="center" valign="middle">Presented once again by <strong><a href="https://teammarketing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Team Marketing Report</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://birdiebox.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">BirdieBox</a>,</strong> <strong><a href="http://thesportsmarketer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Sports Marketer</a></strong> and the <strong><a href="https://chicagosmash.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chicago Smash</a> </strong>of <strong>World Team Tennis</strong> (Chicago’s newest pro sports franchise).</td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><p><a class="" title="" href="http://birdiebox.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img decoding="async" class="mcnImage aligncenter" src="https://mcusercontent.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/8a3c74d1-586f-4a03-b93d-0b3a73fe8a98.png" alt="" width="197" /></a><a class="" title="" href="http://teammarketing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img decoding="async" class="mcnImage aligncenter" src="https://mcusercontent.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/2e9e60cd-47f4-4bdd-b6d4-1690b0ed5a65.png" alt="" width="264" /></a><a class="" title="" href="http://ironsidechicago.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img decoding="async" class="mcnImage aligncenter" src="https://mcusercontent.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/8b068ca4-9b6b-4615-b9ea-2e217b1fa580.png" alt="" width="264" /></a><a class="" title="" href="http://thesportsmarketer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img decoding="async" class="mcnImage aligncenter" src="https://mcusercontent.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/30d876d0-8db3-455a-93e2-ef6b67263eb5.png" alt="" width="200" /></a></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>E-Blast: With Madness Cancelled Join the Inaugural Painless Virtual Happy Hour TONIGHT!</title> <link>https://painless.network/with-madness-cancelled-join-the-inaugural-painless-virtual-happy-hour-tonight/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Hartweg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 14:30:26 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[E-BLAST]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Get Connected]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11430</guid> <description><![CDATA[Painless Virtual Happy Hour tonight at 5:01pm Life getting a bit Quaran-tedious? Re-connect with fellow sports & event marketing pros FREE on Zoom (link) Brought to you by Team Marketing Report, BirdieBox, The Sports Marketer & WTT/Chicago Smash Painless Pals:Who says you can’t shelter in place and network at the same time? Brought to you by the same people that gave you <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/with-madness-cancelled-join-the-inaugural-painless-virtual-happy-hour-tonight/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 class="null">Painless Virtual Happy Hour <u>tonight</u> at 5:01pm</h2><ul><li><h4 class="null">Life getting a bit Quaran-tedious?</h4></li><li><h4 class="null">Re-connect with fellow sports & event marketing pros</h4></li><li><h4 class="null">FREE on Zoom (<em><a href="https://zoom.us/j/2312912734" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">link</a></em>)</h4></li><li><h4 class="null">Brought to you by Team Marketing Report, BirdieBox, The Sports Marketer & WTT/Chicago Smash</h4></li></ul><table class="mcnTextContentContainer" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td class="mcnTextContent" valign="top"><div><p>Painless Pals:Who says you can’t shelter in place and network at the same time?</p><p>Brought to you by the same people that gave you Painless March Madness and Painless Holiday Extravaganza…<strong>Painless Networking Virtual Happy Hour! </strong></p><p><em>“Much harder to explain–it’s self-explanatory</em>.” – Michael Myers</p><p>Now that everyone’s commute has been eliminated, please join <strong>Michael Myers</strong> and me <strong>TONIGHT </strong>the minute your “workday” is “over” — <strong>5:01pm CT!</strong></p><p>We’ll all meet up via our new best buddy, Zoom, and see where it takes us. Use this link: <a href="https://zoom.us/j/2312912734">https://zoom.us/j/2312912734</a> (Meeting ID: 231 291 2734)</p><p>We’ll set up rooms for smaller sessions; some for general chats, some with specific topics of interest. Commiserate on COVID-19, find a mentor, kick around ideas for virtual events and sponsorships…or just grab a beer and join us for some good old-fashioned human interaction.</p><p><strong>Please hop on tonight from 5:01 – 6:01pm. </strong>Presented by <strong><a href="https://teammarketing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Team Marketing Report</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://birdiebox.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">BirdieBox</a>,</strong> <strong><a href="http://thesportsmarketer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Sports Marketer</a></strong> and the <strong><a href="https://chicagosmash.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chicago Smash</a> </strong>of <strong>World Team Tennis</strong> (Chicago’s newest pro sports franchise).</p><p>Onward!</p><p><a href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/">Chris Hartweg</a><br /><em>Founder, Painless Networking</em></p></div></td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/painless/virtual-painless-smash-birdiebox-the-sports-marketer-team-marketing-report"><em>View the complete email blast including job posts HERE</em></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>E-Blast: March MadPainless = Mar 19</title> <link>https://painless.network/e-blast-march-madpainless-mar-19/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Hartweg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2020 18:25:57 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[E-BLAST]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Get Connected]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11425</guid> <description><![CDATA[** Painless March Madness Watch: Thurs, Mar 19!** Join us at Ironside from 4p on Brought to you by Team Marketing Report, BirdieBox & The Sports Marketer More to come Painless Pals: I cannot believe it’s been a year since we last gathered! But we are back, baby! Hope you can join us for the annual Painless March Madness Watch <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/e-blast-march-madpainless-mar-19/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>** Painless March Madness Watch: Thurs, Mar 19!**</h1><ul><li><h4>Join us at Ironside from 4p on</h4></li><li><h4>Brought to you by Team Marketing Report, BirdieBox & The Sports Marketer</h4></li><li><h4>More to come</h4></li></ul><p>Painless Pals:</p><p>I cannot believe it’s been a year since we last gathered! But we are back, baby!</p><p>Hope you can join us for the annual Painless March Madness Watch Party, on the opening night of the NCAA Tourney, Thurs, <strong>Mar 19 starting at 4p</strong>.</p><p>We will return to the site of the best Madness Watch in Painless history: <a href="http://ironsidechicago.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ironside Bar & Grill</strong> (546 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654)</a>, where the lower level will be 100% ours.</p><p>Painless forefather <strong>Michael Myers</strong> is our host and we have two partners helping make the event happen: <a href="https://teammarketing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Team Marketing Report</strong></a>, <a href="http://birdiebox.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Birdiebox</strong></a> and <a href="http://thesportsmarketer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>The Sports Marketer</strong></a>.</p><p>More details to come, but SAVE. THE. DATE. And see you on Mar 19!</p><p>Onward!</p><p><a href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/">Chris Hartweg</a><br /><em>Founder, Painless Networking</em></p><p> </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/painless/march-madness-painless-ironside-birdiebox-the-sports-marketer-team-marketing-report"><em>View the complete email blast including job posts HERE</em></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>E-Blast: Painless Check-in Time</title> <link>https://painless.network/e-blast-painless-check-in-time/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Hartweg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 16:18:14 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[E-BLAST]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Get Connected]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#getconnected]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#painlessjobs]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11388</guid> <description><![CDATA[<iframe title="Chicago to Host 50th Anniversary Celebration Kickoff in July (60-sec promo)" width="1200" height="675" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qzdO4O5DLXA?feature=oembed&wmode=opaque&showinfo=0" style="border: none" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>+ Don’t Forget about Painless Job Board+ Don’t miss Painless only offers below+ Event Tease Painless Pals: Hope your summer is off to a fantastic start. Get some vacation time locked in before it’s November – time for yourself needs to happen! Our mental health tip — Don’t forget about the Painless Job Board! Whether your job is driving you <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/e-blast-painless-check-in-time/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h4 class="wp-block-heading">+ Don’t Forget about Painless Job Board<br>+ Don’t miss Painless only offers below<br>+ Event Tease</h4> <p><em>Painless Pals</em>:</p> <p>Hope your summer is off to a fantastic start. Get some vacation time locked in before it’s November – time for yourself needs to happen!</p> <p>Our mental health tip — Don’t forget about the <a href="https://painless.network/job-board/">Painless Job Board</a>! Whether your job is driving you to the edge, or you’re short of help and need to hire someone Painlessly, there are always great opportunities to be found. Several PR jobs are up right now, in fact.</p> <p>We also have two special offers, just for you. One has some sweet savings on the relaunched <strong><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.teammarketing.com/" target="_blank">Team Marketing Report</a></strong>. The other is for the <strong><a href="http://www.illinirstgolfouting.com">Illini RST Golf Outing</a></strong>. Scroll down for both of those.</p> <p>And despite how it may appear, we have not forgotten about hosting a Painless Networking event! We’re working with the gang from Philanthropy Playmakers on a get together. After initial plans didn’t materialize for an event this month, it now looks like we’ll have a terrific event in September. </p> <p>Stay tuned for details.</p> <p>Onward!</p> <p><a href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/">Chris Hartweg</a><br><em>Founder, Painless Networking</em></p> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <table class="wp-block-table"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PAINLESS MEMBER BENEFIT – TMR</strong></td></tr></tbody></table> <table class="wp-block-table"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Join the growing TMR Community with a Painless Discount!</strong><br>Have you visited the <strong>all new </strong>Team Marketing Report? Why the heck not?!? The <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://teammarketing.com/tmr-insider/" target="_blank"><em>TMR Insider</em></a> helps you maximize revenue with sports business insights and the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://teammarketing.com/factbook/" target="_blank"><em>SportsSponsor FactBook</em></a> connects you with decision makers at teams, brands and agencies.<br><br>Use code “<strong>PAINLESS</strong>” for <strong>50% off</strong> a membership<em> today</em>. Head <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.teammarketing.com/" target="_blank"><strong>HERE</strong></a> to join thousands of other sports biz pros in the TMR Community today!<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://teammarketing.com/" target="_blank"></a></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <table class="wp-block-table"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PAINLESS MEMBER BENEFIT – Illini RST Golf Outing</strong></td></tr></tbody></table> <table class="wp-block-table"><tbody><tr><td>SPECIAL Illini RST Golf Outing PAINLESS OFFER The Illini RST Celeb-Am Golf Outing needs your help filling just 5 more foursomes to meet their event fundraising goal! As a result, they’re offering Painless Members a special rate of $475/foursome (normally $600) PLUS 10 free raffle tickets per person…AND a mini Bluetooth speaker* if you commit <strong>by this Friday, July 19</strong>! <br><br>The event is Saturday, July 27, at Deerfield Golf Club in Riverwoods, with a 1p shotgun start. INCLUDES: lunch and dinner, complimentary beverages and fantastic swag bag! Raffle and silent auction items include fantastic stay-n-plays that include Innisbrook Resort, French Lick, TPC Silvis, The Abbey Resort, Geneva National and MORE!Contact Painless member Nik Lapin at <a href="mailto:niklapin@aol.com">niklapin@aol.com</a> or 847.971.0718 and simply mention the “Painless Offer.” More information is available at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.illinirstgolfouting.com/" target="_blank">www.IlliniRSTgolfouting.com</a>.<br><br><strong><em>Remember that ALL proceeds benefit U of I RST students!</em></strong> *Note: Bluetooth speakers limited to first 20 Painless golfers.<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.illinirstgolfouting.com/" target="_blank"></a></td></tr></tbody></table> <table class="wp-block-table"><tbody><tr></tr></tbody></table>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>E-Blast: Let’s Connect for Some Madness Mar 21!</title> <link>https://painless.network/11253-2/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Hartweg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2019 07:30:27 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[E-BLAST]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Get Connected]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Painless Event]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11253</guid> <description><![CDATA[<iframe width="1200" height="675" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qzdO4O5DLXA?feature=oembed&wmode=opaque&showinfo=0" style="border: none" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>+ NEXT EVENT: 3/21/19+ Join us at Joe’s+ Co-hosted with Philanthropy Playmakers Painless Pals:  How the HECK have you been friends? It’s definitely time to catch up, re-connect and grow the network. There’s no better time to make that happen than our annual Painless March Madness Gathering! Thought we’d make it easy and have it at the same spot that worked <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/11253-2/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 class="wp-block-heading">+ NEXT EVENT: 3/21/19<br>+ Join us at Joe’s<br>+ Co-hosted with Philanthropy Playmakers</h2> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Painless Pals: </strong></h4> <p>How the HECK have you been friends?</p> <p>It’s definitely time to catch up, re-connect and grow the network. There’s no better time to make that happen than our annual Painless March Madness Gathering!</p> <p>Thought we’d make it easy and have it at the same spot that worked so great last year. Please join us Thurs, March 21, from 5:30 – 8:30p at <a href="https://joesbar.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joe’s on Weed</a> to connect with fellow sports and event marketing pros. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/6997967d-d612-438a-8e17-d001cd5ba44d.png" alt=""/></figure> <p>We’re partnering with the good folks at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.philanthropyplaymakers.com/" target="_blank">Philanthropy Playmakers</a>. They bring together people who believe in sports for social good. A perfect fit with Painless. </p> <p>So, block the evening and come meet mentors, mentees and lots of people doing social good.<br></p> <p>Onward!</p> <p><a href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/">Chris Hartweg</a><br><em>Founder, Painless Networking</em></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Ep 53: FK Day (SRAM + WBR) & Carey Pinkowski (BofA Chicago Marathon) LIVE Panel</title> <link>https://painless.network/ep-53-fk-day-sram-wbr-carey-pinkowski-bofa-chicago-marathon-live-panel/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Painless Networking]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 27 Oct 2018 23:19:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Podcast]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11143</guid> <description><![CDATA[<iframe width="800" height="400" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?visual=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F520761969&show_artwork=true&maxwidth=800&maxheight=600&dnt=1"></iframe>Painless Podcast episode 53: FK Day (Co-Founder SRAM & World Bicycle Relief) Carey Pinkowski (Exec. Race Director, Bank of America Chicago Marathon) Hear from two of the best in their fields – FK Day and Carey Pinkowski. FK helped launch SRAM, now the global leader in high-end bike components, surviving multiple failures. In Dec 2004 on holiday he was struck <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/ep-53-fk-day-sram-wbr-carey-pinkowski-bofa-chicago-marathon-live-panel/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><iframe width="800" height="400" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?visual=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F520761969&show_artwork=true&maxwidth=800&maxheight=600&dnt=1"></iframe></p><p>Painless Podcast episode 53:<br />FK Day (Co-Founder SRAM & World Bicycle Relief)<br />Carey Pinkowski (Exec. Race Director, Bank of America Chicago Marathon)</p><p>Hear from two of the best in their fields – FK Day and Carey Pinkowski. </p><p>FK helped launch SRAM, now the global leader in high-end bike components, surviving multiple failures. In Dec 2004 on holiday he was struck with the need for access to simple transportation in developing countries. But he didn’t want to just throw money at the problem. Nor did he want to just throw bikes at the problem either. </p><p>Carey Pinkowski was charged with saving the Chicago Marathon in the early 1990’s. By always listening, asking questions, being out in the community with a simple goal of improving every day, he gained the trust of runners and city officials alike to springboard the Marathon to one of the world’s best race day experiences.</p><p>Both FK and Carey share stories of how they listen to their consumers and empower them to make their own lives better.</p><p>Upcoming WBR Event Info:<br />Learn more and register here: https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/2018-africa-in-motion-chicago/. </p><p>WBR also could use a few more volunteers at the event. If interested, email info@worldbicyclerelief.org. </p><p>Africa in Motion – Chicago<br />• Date: Thursday, November 8<br />• Time: VIP Party 5:30pm – 6:30pm, Evening of Impact 6:30pm – 9:30pm<br />• Location: 1328 W. Randolph St. – West Loop</p><p>View an amazing video about the work WBR does here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXQQiFRhFYg</p><p>Connect with WBR here:<br />• worldbicyclerelief.org<br />• Facebook: www.facebook.com/worldbicyclerelief<br />• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-bicycle-relief<br />• Twitter: @PowerOfBicycles (SRAM is @SRAMRoad)<br />• Instagram: @worldbicyclerelief</p><p>Connect with the Bank of America Chicago Marathon here:<br />• chicagomarathon.com<br />• Facebook: www.facebook.com/chicagomarathon<br />• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chicago-event-management/<br />• Twitter & Instagram: @ChiMarathon</p><p>*****<br />Sign up for your complementary Painless membership that allows access to other members, job and event postings and our email newsletter at: www.Painless.Network </p><p>**********<br />About the Painless Podcast: Get to know interesting people, jobs and places to work in and around sports, events, start-ups and cause marketing world. Hosted by Chris Hartweg (@chartweg). Focusing on how and why they landed where they are and the role of mentoring and networking to get there.</p><p>Other Painless links…<br />Linked in: www.linkedin.com/groups/73710<br />Facebook: www.facebook.com/PainlessNetworking<br />Twitter: www.twitter.com/PainlessNetwork<br />Instagram: www.instagram.com/PainlessNetwork</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Ep 52: Julia Millon & Jane Obringer (Northwestern & Learfield)</title> <link>https://painless.network/ep-52-julia-millon-jane-obringer-northwestern-learfield/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Painless Networking]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2018 22:59:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Podcast]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11099</guid> <description><![CDATA[<iframe width="800" height="400" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?visual=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F495142122&show_artwork=true&maxwidth=800&maxheight=600&dnt=1"></iframe>Painless Podcast episode 52: Julia Millon (Program Coordinator, Principal Gifts, Northwestern University) Jane Obringer (Manager, Partnership Solutions, Learfield) Meet Jane and Julia, two recent Northwestern Masters in Sports Administration students who give us a perspective on why they chose a sports-focused masters, how they chose Northwestern and how they juggle full-time jobs, classes, volunteering and other ways of giving back. <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/ep-52-julia-millon-jane-obringer-northwestern-learfield/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><iframe width="800" height="400" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?visual=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F495142122&show_artwork=true&maxwidth=800&maxheight=600&dnt=1"></iframe></p><p>Painless Podcast episode 52:<br />Julia Millon (Program Coordinator, Principal Gifts, Northwestern University)<br />Jane Obringer (Manager, Partnership Solutions, Learfield)</p><p>Meet Jane and Julia, two recent Northwestern Masters in Sports Administration students who give us a perspective on why they chose a sports-focused masters, how they chose Northwestern and how they juggle full-time jobs, classes, volunteering and other ways of giving back.</p><p>This is conversation 4 of 4 from the Northwestern University Masters in Sports Administration’s “Facilities of the Future Symposium.” Special thanks to Jane, Julia and Doug Bakker for all their help making these episodes happen.</p><p>Connect with the NU MSA program here:<br />• https://sps.northwestern.edu/masters/sports-administration/<br />• Twitter = @NUSportsBiz</p><p>To connect with Julia:<br />• Email: julia.millon@northwestern.edu<br />• Twitter: @juliamillon14<br />• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-millon14/</p><p>To connect with Jane:<br />• Email: jobringer@learfield.com<br />• Twitter: @janiepie35<br />• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeobringer/</p><p>*****<br />GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR SEPTEMBER 5 PAINLESS EVENT!<br />https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/</p><p>Tickets are just $20 and include snacks and beverages. ALL proceeds benefit World Bicycle Relief.<br />*****<br />Sign up for your complementary Painless membership that allows access to other members, job and event postings and our email newsletter at: www.Painless.Network </p><p>*****<br />Please support our partners:<br />+ Monroestar – If you have website strategy, design or building needs, talk to Vinay and Dave at monroestar. They concepted, designed and built our terrific Painless.Network website. Head to monroestar.com to check out all their work.</p><p>**********<br />About the Painless Podcast: Get to know interesting people, jobs and places to work in and around sports, events, start-ups and cause marketing world. Hosted by Chris Hartweg (@chartweg). Focusing on how and why they landed where they are and the role of mentoring and networking to get there.</p><p>Other Painless links…<br />Linked in: www.linkedin.com/groups/73710<br />Facebook: www.facebook.com/PainlessNetworking<br />Twitter: www.twitter.com/PainlessNetwork<br />Instagram: www.instagram.com/PainlessNetwork</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>E-Blast: Buy Tickets for Sept 5 TODAY!</title> <link>https://painless.network/e-blast-buy-tickets-for-sept-5-today/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Hartweg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2018 21:14:19 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[E-BLAST]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Get Connected]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Giving Back]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11090</guid> <description><![CDATA[<iframe width="1200" height="675" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iqCzkjOH_sE?feature=oembed&wmode=opaque&showinfo=0" style="border: none" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe>+ NEXT EVENT: Get Tix Now for Sept 5 at WBR + New Fadeaway pod! + Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Painless Pals: Hello friends! Before you log off to enjoy the long weekend, don’t forget to mark your calendar for NEXT Wednesday’s event AND grab a ticket to reserve your spot. Here’s the key info… TEDx Presentation: The Power of Bicycles | F.K. Day <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/e-blast-buy-tickets-for-sept-5-today/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>+ NEXT EVENT: Get Tix Now for Sept 5 at WBR<br />+ New Fadeaway pod!<br />+ Jobs, Jobs, Jobs</h2><h4 class="null"><strong>Painless Pals: </strong></h4><p>Hello friends! Before you log off to enjoy the long weekend, don’t forget to mark your calendar for NEXT Wednesday’s event AND grab a ticket to reserve your spot. Here’s the key info…</p><p><iframe loading="lazy" width="1200" height="675" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iqCzkjOH_sE?feature=oembed&wmode=opaque&showinfo=0" style="border: none" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe></p><p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #999999;">TEDx Presentation: The Power of Bicycles | F.K. Day</span></em></p><h4 class="null"><strong>Join F.K. Day & Carey Pinkowski on Sept 5 to “Network with a Purpose”</strong></h4><p><span style="color: #000000;">We’ve teamed up with </span><strong>World Bicycle Relief</strong><span style="color: #000000;">for an evening of painless networking, inspiring discussion and giving back </span><strong>NEXT Wednesday, Sept 5</strong><span style="color: #000000;">.</span></p><p><span style="color: #000000;">Together with our friends at the </span><strong>Bank of America Chicago Marathon</strong><span style="color: #000000;">, World Bicycle Relief presents </span><strong>“Entrepreneurs Creating Impact: Networking with Purpose.”</strong></p><p><span style="color: #000000;">Not only will we “network with purpose” but we’ll hear how the “Power of Bicycles” changes lives and the marathon impacts locally, nationally and globally.</span></p><p><span style="color: #000000;">Enjoy an interactive panel discussion with power players in the world of endurance sport as they share their experiences, featuring:</span></p><ul><li><em><strong>F.K. Day</strong> Co-Founder <strong>SRAM </strong>and <strong>World Bicycle Relief</strong></em></li><li><em><strong>Bank of America Chicago Marathon</strong> Race Director <strong>Carey Pinkowski</strong></em></li></ul><div><p><strong><a href="http://worldbicyclerelief.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="http://worldbicyclerelief.org"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/a532b012-010b-4636-8a22-ffabe43ae5e4.jpg" width="239" height="100" data-file-id="1995573" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/a532b012-010b-4636-8a22-ffabe43ae5e4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://chicagomarathon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="http://chicagomarathon.com"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignright" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/2fbbc859-544b-474e-8298-4db901059c58.jpg" width="230" height="100" data-file-id="1995577" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/2fbbc859-544b-474e-8298-4db901059c58.jpg" /></a></strong></p><p><strong>Tickets are just $20 and ALL proceeds benefit World Bicycle Relief</strong>. Beverages and light snacks will be included.</p><h5><strong><a href="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/">CLICK HERE to purchase your ticket. Please NOTE space is limited.</a></strong></h5></div><h3 class="null">NEW FadeAway: USA Softball Legend Monica Abbott</h3><p><strong>FadeAway with Deon Thomas & Eric Schmidt</strong><br />Arguably the most decorated softball player <strong>ever</strong>, Monica Abbott just added another accomplishment to her resume. She and her Team USA teammates recently won a thrilling World Championship game against Japan. The win secures Team USA a spot in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics — ending a 12-year absence of softball from the Olympics.</p><p>Monica joins Deon and Eric to discuss her role in women’s sports, how she approaches her craft and having the “Million Dollar Arm.”</p><h5><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/sets/fadeaway-with-deon-thomas-eric" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/sets/fadeaway-with-deon-thomas-eric"><strong>Click HERE for a SoundCloud playlist with all 14 FadeAway episodes</strong></a>.</h5><p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/9002d308-6490-40a9-80fb-2f0c80022659.jpg" width="150" height="187" data-file-id="1995617" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/9002d308-6490-40a9-80fb-2f0c80022659.jpg" /><br /><em>Pictured: Monica Abbott playing for Team USA</em></p><p><strong><a href="http://painless.network/painlesspodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="http://painless.network/painlesspodcast/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/81f20ff6-29b4-4972-b17e-8dcf7f3b313e.png" width="250" height="90" align="center" data-file-id="1995437" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/81f20ff6-29b4-4972-b17e-8dcf7f3b313e.png" /></a></strong></p><p><strong>Latest from the Painless Podcast</strong></p><p>Catch four terrific chats from Northwestern University’s Masters of Sports Administration”Facilities of the Future” symposium held a few weeks back:<br />Ep 49: <strong>Solly Fulp </strong>(EVP, Learfield Campus+)<br />Ep 50: <strong>John Neimuth </strong>(Director, Sports America, AECOM)<br />Ep 51: <strong>Andy Totten </strong>(VP, McHugh Construction)<br />Ep 52: <strong>Jane Obringer </strong>(Manager, Partnership Solutions, Learfield) and <strong>Julia Millon</strong> (Program Coordinator, Principal Gifts at Northwestern University) (Posting tomorrow, August 30)</p><p>ALL 52 Painless Pod episodes are available on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play or wherever you listen to podcasts. Find them on the Painless site <a href="https://painless.network/painlesspodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/painlesspodcast/"><strong>HERE</strong></a>.</p><p>Onward!</p><p><a href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/" data-cke-saved-href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/">Chris Hartweg</a><br /><em>Founder, Painless Networking</em></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Ep 51: Andy Totten (McHugh Construction)</title> <link>https://painless.network/ep-51-andy-totten-mchugh-construction/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Painless Networking]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2018 09:18:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Podcast]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11078</guid> <description><![CDATA[<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="WDLklLJTEA"><a href="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/">Entrepreneurs Creating Impact: Networking with Purpose</a></blockquote><iframe class="wp-embedded-content" sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" style="position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);" src="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/embed/#?secret=WDLklLJTEA" data-secret="WDLklLJTEA" width="600" height="338" title="“Entrepreneurs Creating Impact: Networking with Purpose” — World Bicycle Relief" style="border: none" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>Painless Podcast episode 51: Andy Totten (Director, Sports Americas, AECOM) Meet Andy Totten, VP, McHugh Construction and hear how this “recovering architect,” put his love for sports, knowledge of design and passion for driving and organizing the many moving parts of stadium construction and renovation. Managing $100-120 million in projects at any one time, we’ll hear about how he’s been <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/ep-51-andy-totten-mchugh-construction/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><iframe loading="lazy" width="800" height="400" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?visual=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F486658281&show_artwork=true&maxwidth=800&maxheight=600&dnt=1"></iframe></p><p>Painless Podcast episode 51:<br />Andy Totten (Director, Sports Americas, AECOM)</p><p>Meet Andy Totten, VP, McHugh Construction and hear how this “recovering architect,” put his love for sports, knowledge of design and passion for driving and organizing the many moving parts of stadium construction and renovation.</p><p>Managing $100-120 million in projects at any one time, we’ll hear about how he’s been a driving force on work at the United Center, Advocate Center, MB Arena, Guaranteed Rate Field and now Navy Pier. A key is “future proofing” buildings to accommodate constantly evolving technology, equipment and fan engagement trends.</p><p>This is conversation three of four from the Northwestern Masters in Sports Administration’s Facilities of the Future Symposium. Special thanks to Doug Bakker, Jane Obringer and Julia Millon for all their help making these episodes happen.</p><p>Connect with the NU MSA program here:<br />• https://sps.northwestern.edu/masters/sports-administration/<br />• Twitter = @NUSportsBiz</p><p>To connect with Andy:<br />• Find his bio and email link at www.McHughConstruction.com and shoot him a note</p><p>*****<br />GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR SEPTEMBER 5 PAINLESS EVENT!</p><blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="WDLklLJTEA"><p><a href="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/">Entrepreneurs Creating Impact: Networking with Purpose</a></p></blockquote><p><iframe class="wp-embedded-content" sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/embed/#?secret=WDLklLJTEA" data-secret="WDLklLJTEA" width="600" height="338" title="“Entrepreneurs Creating Impact: Networking with Purpose” — World Bicycle Relief" style="border: none" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></p><p>Tickets are just $20 and include snacks and beverages. ALL proceeds benefit World Bicycle Relief.</p><p>*****<br />Sign up for your complementary Painless membership that grants access to other members, job and event postings and our email newsletter at: www.Painless.Network </p><p>*****<br />Please support our partners:<br />+ Monroestar – If you have website strategy, design or building needs, talk to Vinay and Dave at monroestar. They concepted, designed and built our terrific Painless.Network website. Head to monroestar.com to check out all their work.</p><p>**********<br />About the Painless Podcast: Get to know interesting people, jobs and places to work in and around sports, events, start-ups and cause marketing world. Hosted by Chris Hartweg (@chartweg). Focusing on how and why they landed where they are and the role of mentoring and networking to get there.</p><p>Other Painless links…<br />Linked in: www.linkedin.com/groups/73710<br />Facebook: www.facebook.com/PainlessNetworking<br />Twitter: www.twitter.com/PainlessNetwork<br />Instagram: www.instagram.com/PainlessNetwork</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>E-Blast: Event Sept 5 | New Pods | Jobs & Offers</title> <link>https://painless.network/e-blast-event-sept-5-new-pods-jobs-offers/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Hartweg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2018 20:38:25 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[E-BLAST]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Get Connected]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Giving Back]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Painless Member Benefit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Podcast]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://painless.network/?p=11044</guid> <description><![CDATA[+ Join us Sept 5 at World Bicycle Relief! + New Pods with Fulp, Niemuth & More from NU MSA + 40+ Jobs; OFFER$: Outing Painless Pals: Hope you’re enjoying summer! Apply another coat of SPF 50, then check out the latest Painless news below. Don’t forget to scroll down for podcast info and job listings! SAVE Sept 5 and “Network with a <a class="readmore" href="https://painless.network/e-blast-event-sept-5-new-pods-jobs-offers/">»</a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>+ Join us Sept 5 at World Bicycle Relief!<br />+ New Pods with Fulp, Niemuth & More from NU MSA<br />+ 40+ Jobs; OFFER$: Outing</h2><h4 class="null"><strong>Painless Pals: </strong></h4><p>Hope you’re enjoying summer! Apply another coat of SPF 50, then check out the latest Painless news below. Don’t forget to scroll down for podcast info and job listings!</p><h4 class="null"><strong>SAVE Sept 5 and “Network with a Purpose”</strong></h4><p>Join fellow Painless Networkers as we’ve teamed up with <strong>World Bicycle Relief </strong>for an evening of networking and discussion!</p><p>In partnership with the <strong>Bank of America Chicago Marathon</strong>, World Bicycle Relief presents “Entrepreneurs Creating Impact: Networking with Purpose.”</p><p>We’ll not only “network with purpose” but discuss what it takes to start a business, how to grow a brand while remaining true to its mission and values, and building a shared sense of community that’s ingrained into the company’s mission. Learn how the “Power of Bicycles” has changed lives and the impact marathon runners have had on a local and global stage.</p><p>Enjoy an interactive panel discussion hosted by yours truly with power players in the world of endurance sport as they share their experiences, featuring:</p><div><p><strong><a href="http://worldbicyclerelief.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="http://worldbicyclerelief.org"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/a532b012-010b-4636-8a22-ffabe43ae5e4.jpg" width="239" height="100" data-file-id="1995573" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/a532b012-010b-4636-8a22-ffabe43ae5e4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://chicagomarathon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="http://chicagomarathon.com"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignright" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/2fbbc859-544b-474e-8298-4db901059c58.jpg" width="230" height="100" data-file-id="1995577" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/2fbbc859-544b-474e-8298-4db901059c58.jpg" /></a></strong></p><div><em><strong>World Bicycle Relief</strong>and <strong>SRAM</strong> Co-Founder <strong>F.K. Day</strong><br /><strong>Bank of America Chicago Marathon</strong>Executive Race Director <strong>Carey Pinkowski</strong></em></div><p>Tickets are $20 and all event proceeds benefit World Bicycle Relief. Beverages and light snacks will be provided.</p><p><strong><a href="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/">CLICK HERE to purchase your ticket. Please NOTE space is limited.</a></strong></p><p><strong>Events and Offers</strong></p></div><p>Painless member <a href="https://painless.network/members/slicknik42/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/members/slicknik42/"><strong>Nik Lapin</strong></a> is close to filling out his <a href="https://painless.network/event/4th-annual-illini-rst-celeb-am-golf-outing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/event/4th-annual-illini-rst-celeb-am-golf-outing/"><strong>4th Annual Illini RST Celeb-Am Golf Outing</strong></a>. To help close it out, he’s offering Painless Members $100 off a foursome! Call (847.971.0718) or email (<a target="_blank" data-cke-saved-href="mailto:niklapin@aol.com?subject=Painless%20Golf"><strong>niklapin@aol.com</strong></a>) Nik to lock in your spot today!</p><p>Committed players include The FadeAway podcast hosts <strong>Deon Thomas </strong>and <strong>Eric Schmidt </strong>along with other Illini greats including <strong>Steve Bardo</strong>, <strong>Kurt Kittner</strong>, <strong>Robert Archibald</strong>, <strong>Jim Grabowski</strong>, <strong>Walter Young </strong>and CBS 2’s <strong>Ryan Baker</strong>.</p><p>Enjoy complimentary beers from Two Brothers and Solemn Oath, Wildfire gift cards and more in your swag bag.</p><p>Head to the <a href="https://painless.network/calendar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/calendar/"><strong>Painless Calendar</strong></a> for more member-added events!</p><p><strong>Painless Podcast</strong><br />Had the privilege to attend the “Facilities of the Future” symposium held by Northwestern University’s Masters of Sports Administration program a few weeks back.</p><p>Sat down with panelists <strong>Solly Fulp</strong>(EVP, Learfield Campus+), <strong>John Neimuth</strong>(Director, Sports America, AECOM) and <strong>Andy Totten</strong>(VP, McHugh Construction) about finding their career passion and advice to others looking to do the same. Then I spoke with <strong>Jane Obringer </strong>(Manager, Partnership Solutions, Learfield), a recent grad and <strong>Julia Millon</strong> (President of the MSA Leadership Council, and Program Coordinator, Principal Gifts at Northwestern University), a current student, about finding and then maximizing a master’s program.</p><p>Fulp – Ep 49 <a href="https://painless.network/ep-49-solly-fulp-learfield-college/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/ep-49-solly-fulp-learfield-college/"><strong>HERE</strong></a><br />Niemuth – Ep 50 <strong><a href="https://painless.network/painlesspodcast/" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/painlesspodcast/">HERE</a></strong><br />Totten – Ep 51 Posting Aug 14<br />Obringer & Milton – Ep 52 Aug 15</p><p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/232787f8-a604-45ec-bdc0-020fa65b64cc.jpg" width="175" height="175" data-file-id="1995601" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/232787f8-a604-45ec-bdc0-020fa65b64cc.jpg" /> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/62bf6583-eea3-44eb-afa6-f99aaebd421d.jpg" width="175" height="175" data-file-id="1995589" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/62bf6583-eea3-44eb-afa6-f99aaebd421d.jpg" /><br /><a href="https://painless.network/painlesspodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/painlesspodcast/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/a877ec9c-097b-47f2-8cc7-895437f8b102.jpg" width="175" height="175" data-file-id="1995609" data-cke-saved-src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2da36c901c4d21fae0c2851ca/images/a877ec9c-097b-47f2-8cc7-895437f8b102.jpg" /></a></p><p><em>Painless Pod host Chris Hartweg pictured with: Solly Fulp (top), Jon Niemuth (middle) and Andy Totten (bottom). Not pictured: Julia Millon and Jane Obringer. </em></p><p>There have been so many great guests, make sure you check them ALL out. Here are the 15 most recent episodes to get you started:<br /><a href="https://painless.network/ep-47-amy-potter-wise-bmo-harris-julie-haferkamp-wise-mosaic-part-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/ep-47-amy-potter-wise-bmo-harris-julie-haferkamp-wise-mosaic-part-1/">Ep 47 & 48: A. Potter (BMO Harris/WISE) & J. Haferkamp (Mosaic/WISE)</a><br /><a href="https://painless.network/ep-46-sean-callahan-jack-morton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://painless.network/ep-46-sean-callahan-jack-morton/">Ep 45: Sean Callahan (Jack Morton)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-44-chris-hastings-chicago?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-44-chris-hastings-chicago?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 44: Chris Hastings (Chicago Sport & Social)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-43-dave-knickerbocker?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-43-dave-knickerbocker?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 43: Dave Knickerbocker (Banner Collective)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-42-live-isbc-krzyzak?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-42-live-isbc-krzyzak?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 42: *LIVE* at ISBC w/ A. Krzyzak & J. Ronovsky (Wolves & White Sox)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-41-jim-andrews-ieg?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-41-jim-andrews-ieg?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 41: Jim Andrews (IEG Sponsorship Conference & ESP Properties)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep40-jeannie-goldstein-scott-kirkpatrick-chicago-sports-event-partners?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep40-jeannie-goldstein-scott-kirkpatrick-chicago-sports-event-partners?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 40: J. Goldstein & S. Kirkpatrick (Chi Sports + Entertainment Partners)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-39-steve-buzby-revel?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-39-steve-buzby-revel?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 39: Steve Buzby (Revel Marketing)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-38-skinny-sheahan-jen?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-38-skinny-sheahan-jen?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 38: Skinny Sheahan & Jen Kramer (Special Olympics Chi/Polar Plunge)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-37-tony-schiller-paragon?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-37-tony-schiller-paragon?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 37: Tony Schiller (Paragon)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep36-justin-breen-brepic?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep36-justin-breen-brepic?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 36: Justin Breen (BrEpic Communications)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/john-murray-arena-partners?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/john-murray-arena-partners?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 35: John Murray (Arena Partners + World Sport Chi + Chi Sports Comm)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-34-rob-cressy-bacon-sports?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-34-rob-cressy-bacon-sports?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 34: Rob Cressy (Bacon Sports & Cress Media)</a><br /><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-33-jason-coyle-stadium-120?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/ep-33-jason-coyle-stadium-120?in=painlesspodcast/sets/painless-podcast">Ep 33: Jason Coyle (Stadium & 120 Sports)</a></p><p>And for fellow Illini alums, don’t miss the latest <strong><a href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/sets/fadeaway-with-deon-thomas-eric" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://soundcloud.com/painlesspodcast/sets/fadeaway-with-deon-thomas-eric">The FadeAway with Deon and Eric</a></strong>, where the guys talk to <strong>Dan Hartleb</strong>, head coach of the Illini baseball team.</p><p>Onward!</p><p><a href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/" data-cke-saved-href="http://painless.network/members/chartweg/">Chris Hartweg</a><br /><em>Founder, Painless Networking</em></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel></rss> If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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