The Culture Table presents: The Starting Point — Community & Collaboration

Chicago is full of hidden gems, and travel creators are the ones telling those stories. The Starting Point is a first-of-its-kind fireside chat and content-forward evening for travel creators, influencers, photographers, and small business owners to come together, share experiences, and explore collaboration opportunities.

We’re creating a space where you can:

• Learn how to build influence and monetize your passion for travel
• Connect with small businesses to drive visibility and foot traffic
• Explore storytelling strategies around where to go, what to see, what to eat, sleep, and play
• Collaborate with other creators and Chicago-based businesses to grow your network and audience

This isn’t just a panel — it’s a community gathering designed to empower travel creators while supporting the city’s cultural ecosystem. Whether you’re a creator looking to expand your reach or a small business interested in working with creators, this is the space to learn, network, and co-create.