Pixquid Film x Tech Pop-Up Series: The 3.0 Launch Party ?

Get ready for a revolution in entertainment ? Join us at the #TechChicagoWeek2025 with a night of celebration, creativity, and connection! For the first time ever, we’re pulling back the curtain on Pixquid® 3.0 — the only platform where streaming, community, and marketplace collide in one bold, beautiful space. This isn’t just an upgrade — it’s a total game-changer. Discover how Pixquid® 3.0 flips the script on traditional entertainment deals, empowering filmmakers, investors, and distributors to collaborate in exciting new ways — all while serving up endless fresh, independent content for curious audiences like you! 7:00p–8:00p | Reception (sip, snack, and mingle) 8:00p–8:45p | Opening remarks, partner spotlights, the big Pixquid® 3.0 reveal, Pixquid Awards announcement, and closing thoughts Award Categories are: ? Pixquid "OG" Award ? Pixquid "Fan's Favorite" Award ? Pixquid "Make It Rain" Award 8:45p–10:00p | Dancing & Networking (squid-dance encouraged) Come for the future of entertainment. Stay for the party. Pixquid® is a gatekeeper-free, ad-free content ecosystem that combines streaming, community, and a marketplace where artists connect, collaborate, and grow with partners while maintaining full control - all in one place. To get started, join for free today at pixquid.com. THANKS TO OUR AMAZING PARTNERS AND SPONSORS: ? Independent Film Alliance Chicago is a non-profit organization that provides the community and resources needed to build a diverse and sustainable industry of independent content creators. IFA believes in Chicago as a place where all media creatives can achieve their dreams. ? CineCity Studios is Chicago's premier film and TV production facility, offering 140,000 square feet of versatile studio and office space. Home to major productions like Disney’s hit series The Big Leapon FOX, and Tyler Perry's Mea Culpa on Netflix, along with commercial campaigns for Coca-Cola, Xfinity, Nike, and Rolls Royce, Lamborghini, Bentley, and BMW. CineCity Studios also hosts top industry players such as On Stage Advantage (OSA), Shine Global Technologies (SGT) and Production Resource Group (PRG).  ? Located in the heart of Chicago, the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center (CEC) is where you will find real-world guidance about exploring, planning, launching or growing a business. At Coleman, we do good by believing in creating sustainable business models that do well for the organization, community and all stakeholders. Connecting our DePaul community with the strong entrepreneurial ecosystem in Chicago provides a hub for you to build, connect and launch your next business. The experiential skills we offer focus on entrepreneurship, innovation and creativity in all realms of business. ? P33 is a catalyst for innovation bridging Chicago’s thriving tech ecosystem, regional leadership across the Midwest, and Illinois’ vision for global leadership in emerging industries. We leverage our city’s robust economy, strong network of universities and research centers, and thriving start-up ecosystem to further the collective growth of our region’s tech and innovation economy. ? 2112 is a first of its kind hub empowering creatives at all levels with the skills, knowledge, and relationships necessary for business success.  Located within the 160,000 square ft. ecosystem of Fort Knox Studios, 2112 provides fertile ground for the development of entrepreneurs in entertainment, creative industries, and lifestyle brands. ? 1871 is a private collective of trailblazing founders, visionary leaders, resilient innovators, and steadfast supporters in tech. Immerse in our programs, resources, and community uniquely designed for growing a vibrant tech ecosystem. ? BITES Asian Kitchen & Bar offers a fun, modern take on Asian comfort food in a lively, tropical and welcoming atmosphere. Inspired by flavors from across Thailand, Japan, China, and beyond, BITES serves creative small plates, flavorful entrées, and signature cocktails designed for sharing and enjoying together. Perfect for casual dinners, happy hour (Monday-Friday 4-6pm), or special occasions, BITES is all about bringing people together through great food and good vibes. ? Café Flamingo is a fun, fast-casual spot serving fresh, craveable comfort food with a tropical and Asian-inspired twist. From juicy burgers and crispy chicken sandwiches to refreshing fruit slushies, iced teas, and lemonades — every item is crafted for delicious, feel-good dining. Don’t miss our popular Value Meal, which offers a tasty, satisfying combo at an unbeatable price — perfect for a quick lunch or easy dinner that doesn’t compromise on flavor. ? Felix is a vibrant, modern American restaurant offering nostalgic flavors reimagined with global inspiration-where dinner, brunch, and craft cocktails meet bold creativity and warm hospitality. Guests can enjoy shareable small plates, classic American favorites, and signature burgers in a stylish, mid-century-inspired space perfect for any occasion. Join us for happy hour (Monday-Friday 4-6pm) and relax with specialty cocktails and tasty bites at great prices — the perfect way to kick off your evening. ? Pilot Project Brewing helps brewers pilot new projects in Chicago and Milwaukee. It offers recipe R&D, production scaling, marketing, distribution and more for start-up breweries. ? Filmmaker Friday is a creative community that hosts monthly gatherings around the Chicago area to foster a place for creatives to meet, connect, and grow together. ? Startup Grind Chicago was founded in 2010 when some friends and fellow entrepreneurs got together to crack the same problem they were all facing: the growing challenges of launching a company. What became clear was these obstacles were extensive and stretched far beyond their group. Their gatherings soon spurred a local startup movement that attracted founders and experts from every industry, all coming together to share their advice and inspirations for early entrepreneurs. Eventually, vibrant Startup Grind communities (“chapters”) began developing in Los Angeles, Tel Aviv, London, New York, Beijing, and many more. ? Startup Hypeman  helps startups not just go to market, but become The GOAT to market through pitch and narrative development. Founders and CEOs at startups of all stages collaborate with us to convert their Vision into pitches for capital raises, customer acquisition, and category creation so their audience doesn’t acknowledge them as the best, they acknowledge them as the ONLY. ? Chicago Film Events is a community-driven app that showcases upcoming film events in the city — including screenings, panels, workshops, and mixers — while helping filmmakers connect through a growing directory. It’s a one-stop hub for discovering events and building creative collaborations in Chicago’s indie film scene. ? ECOFIXR is dedicated to reducing the event and entertainment industry’s environmental impact while fostering community involvement and resource recovery. We help companies smoothly transition to new industry standards, achieve zero waste with on-site assistance (90% waste-diversion rate), embrace cutting-edge cleantech solutions, and provide comprehensive data to show the full benefits and areas for improvement. Allocaverse ? is a comic-powered universe where capital meets chaos ??️. Explore alt investments ?, unlock quests ?️, and join a community of allocators, collectors, and the curious ??. ? Chicago Screens/CAFF is the home of the Chicago Alliance of Film Festival (CAFF), whose mission is to help Chicago-area film festivals add to the cultural and economic vitality of their communities through sector building efforts focused on: growing audiences, growing resources, and expanding expertise. ? Chicago Screenwriters Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and inspiring writers. Our mission is to help writers hone their skills, make industry connections, and tell their stories effectively. From beginner to advanced levels, we offer educational programming, workshops, lectures, and more to support filmmakers at every stage of their journey. Join us in building a vibrant community where creativity thrives and film projects come to life through collaboration with thought leaders, innovators, and industry professionals. Together, let's empower each other to make a meaningful impact in the world of cinema. Tell Me Why It’s Cool Reel Chicago/Reel 360 JFS Media More partners and sponsors to come - stay tuned ? (Want to attend for free? Subscribe to our event page here on Luma or follow us on LinkedIn, FB, and Instagram, and we will show you the ways.)