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Five people, three women and two men, stand smiling in front of a collage of business logos including Ugly Talk, Letty Sparrow, Curio, TrendSapio, Grey Journal, and The Yard.

Bear Icebox Box partners with GREY Journal and Trendsapio to host Ugly Talk: The Art Hustle in Chicago, real lessons on surviving and succeeding in the creative world

As part of Ugly Talks initiative to create spaces for entrepreneurs and the business minded through hosting events that feature leaders, creators and entrepreneurs, owners DeAnna and Bob Spoerl join the panel for their Chicago event, The Art Hustle in Chicago, real lessons on surviving and succeeding in the creative world.

A real conversation surrounding what it really takes to survive in the industry, an unfiltered conversation exploring topics such as funding, handling setbacks, and how to connect with the right people will help create guidelines to navigate the business world.

What you will learn:

  • Breaking In Without Burning Out Rejection
  • Recognition & Revenue
  • Finding Your People
  • Real Talk from Real Artists

Panelists:

  • Bob Spoerl – President & CEO of Bear Icebox Communications
  • Grace Federighi – Artist, Photographer, Fashion Creative at Grace Federighi Art
  • DeAnna Spoerl – Founder & Editor in Chief of Letty Sparrow
  • Maggie Gillette –  Fashion Beauty and Lifestyle Writer, Partner of the Curio
  • Daliah Saper – Attorney in Entertainment, Media, and Business Law

 Co-Hosted By

  • Bear Icebox – a full-service PR agency you’re looking for to position, amplify and boost your brand story.
  • Trendsapio – Trendsapio connects diverse talent from creative industries with brands that need fresh ideas.
  • GREY Journal – Media partner spotlighting modern entrepreneurs.

Concluding with a chance to network with peers, Ugly Talks connects individuals with the real, raw, and honest stories that inspire determination.

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