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Delve Series

Delve Series: Workplace

September 20-22, 2026

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Delve Series Hotel

Westin Chicago River North

320 N Dearborn St.

Chicago, IL 60654

 

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The Agenda

Agenda

Table set up: Sunday  – all sponsors need to be “set up” no later than 4:00PM on Sunday

Day 01
Sunday

September 20

  • — Keynote speaker kicks off at 4:30PM
  • — Cocktail Reception 5:00-6:00PM
  • — Progressive dinner (sponsors + attendees): 6:00-9:00 PM
Day 02
Monday

September 21

  • — Networking breakfast 8:00AM
  • — Keynote Speaker
  • — SPEED DATING (shotgun start, round robin): each sponsor will meet with each small group of attendees (2-3 attendees) for approx.. 12 mins – literally 2.5 hours of speed dating.
  • — Lunch
  • — Afternoon Round Tables (each sponsor will have 2 round tables, each round table approx.. 25 mins, each round table approx.. 6-8 attendees)
  • — 5:00 wrap up
  • — Evening: SPONSOR hosted dinner. Sponsors will take a small group of attendees off property for a sponsor hosted dinner out
Day 03
Tuesday

September 22

  • — Networking Breakfast 8AM
  • — Keynote Speaker
  • — Panel
  • — Large Group workshop
  • — Closing Keynote
  • — 1:00PM wrap up

Chicago Dining Options

Upscale Dinner & Drinks

Bavette's Bar & Boeuf

Address: 218 W Kinzie St

Notes:  Speakeasy vibes + killer dry-aged ribeye. Top pick for atmosphere. 

RPM Steak

Address: 66 W Kinzie St.

Notes:  Polished & modern. Seafood tower + truffle fries are must-orders. 

Chicago Cut Steakhouse

Address: 300 N La Salle Dr

Notes:  Riverfront views. Classic steakhouse done right. 

Sophia Steak Chicago

Address: 748 N State St.

Notes:  Highest rated on the list. Modern luxury — Wagyu, truffle, the works. 

Chicago Chop House

Address: 60 W Ontario St.

Notes:  Old-school Chicago institution. Historic photos, white tablecloths, serious steak. 

Brindille

Address: 534 N Clark St

Notes:  French fine dining. Tasting menus, foie gras, and a serious wine list. 

Oriole

Address: 661 W Walnut St.

Notes:  2 Michelin stars. The splurge pick — 17-course tasting menu, flawless execution. 

Oriole

Address: 661 W Walnut St.

Notes:  2 Michelin stars. The splurge pick — 17-course tasting menu, flawless execution. 

Topolobampo

Address: 445 N Clark St.

Notes:  Rick Bayless. Michelin-starred Mexican fine dining. The wagyu tacos & 32-ingredient mole are legend. 

avec River North

Address: 141 W Erie St

Notes:  Paul Kahan restaurant group. Mediterranean-driven, share everything. Bacon-stuffed dates = non-negotiable. 

Crying Tiger

Address: 51 W Hubbard St.

Notes:  Thai elevated. Stunning space, inventive dishes. One of the hottest spots in the city right now. 

Brindille

Address: 534 N Clark St

Notes:  French fine dining. Tasting menus, foie gras, and a serious wine list. 

 

Bavette's Bar & Boeuf

Address: 218 W Kinzie St

Notes:  Speakeasy vibes + killer dry-aged ribeye. Top pick for atmosphere. 

Three Dots and a Dash

Address: 435 N Clark St.

Notes: Hidden underground tiki bar in an alley. Craft cocktails, DJ, tropical vibes. One of Chicago's coolest rooms — period. 

Gus' Sip & Dip

Address: 51 W Hubbard St.

Notes:  4.9 stars — highest rated on this list. Retro-cool cocktail bar w/ great food. Same team as Crying Tiger next door. 

Gilt Bar

Address: 230 W Kinzie St.

Notes:  Moody, candlelit gastropub with a hidden speakeasy library downstairs. Bone marrow, great cocktails, and a photo booth. Very Hogsalt. 

Storyville Chicago

Address: 712 N Clark St.

Notes:  New Orleans-inspired lounge. Cajun food, moody lighting, DJ on weekends. Late-night energy with actual solid food. 

The Franklin Room

Address: 675 N Franklin St.

Notes:  Whiskey-forward elevated tavern. Dark wood, handcrafted cocktails, truffled ricotta tortellini that people obsess over. 

RAISED - An Urban Rooftop Bar

Address: 1 W Wacker Dr.

Notes:  Rooftop with river views at 1 W Wacker. Fire pits, skyline backdrop, solid cocktails. Best warm-weather option. 

Here's what past designer attendees had to say

Voices

Testimonials

On behalf of Allseating, I wanted to congratulate you on an amazing event. It was definitely a huge undertaking but it went seamlessly from our perspective and it was very well organized! Overall it was a great success for Allseating and there was definitely a return on investment with this more intimate type of event. The attendees were engaged and excited to be there… and our team made some great connections. 

Stephanie
Stephanie Smith Allseating

From the first moment in Chicago, I knew the Delve Series was more than an event, it was an experience. Inspiring conversations, meaningful connections, and a vision for what’s next in design. Can’t wait to see where it goes next!

Kiana Taie - Gensler
Kiana Taie Gensler

I certainly enjoyed Delve Series Workplace Design.
I loved the speed dating and getting to know the high level overview of the manufacturers. I was introduced to at least 3, that I hadn't heard of, or didn't know in detail!
I also loved the networking and the range of professions in the room. It was very well put together. Kudos to you and Laura for putting on a fantastic event, but also for creating the Delve Series platform and Delve magazine.

Rachel Bohannon - Osterman Cron
Rachel Bohannon Osterman Cron

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