The After-Hours Connectors Lounge: Mingle & Manifest

Step into a night of connection, collaboration, and good vibes at The After-Hours Connectors Lounge: Mingle & Manifest, hosted by Investor Candice Payne and Business Consultant Antoinette M.

📅 Saturday, October 25
🕘 9 PM – 2 AM
📍 SmoothieRX | 643 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654

Join Chicago’s most ambitious entrepreneurs, professionals, and creatives for a night of networking, Afrobeats, R&B, and real conversations that spark growth and opportunity.

Event Highlights:

🎵 Live DJ – Afrobeats & R&B all night long
🌿 Vegan & Infused Bites + Private Bar (BYOB)
🎯 Game Night Icebreakers & Networking Bingo
💌 Bring Your Business Cards – Connections turn into collaborations

👑 Meet the Hosts:

Candice Payne – A serial entrepreneur, investor, and small business consultant with 17+ years of experience. From real estate to med spas to education, Candice empowers others to build wealth and create freedom through business.

Antoinette McLaurin – A Client Success Manager at JPMorgan Chase with 18 years in banking. Antoinette is passionate about transforming teams, streamlining systems, and helping professionals thrive through strategy and execution.

Why Attend:

This isn’t just a mixer—it’s a manifestation space. Come ready to connect, collaborate, and celebrate with like-minded innovators who are shaping what’s next for Chicago.

🎟️ Admission: FREE with RSVP
🥂 BYOB | Vegan & Infused Bites | Live DJ | Real Connections