https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/events/rss Events at my space. 2026-11-18T22:30:00+00:00 https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/19960

Winning Wednesday Workshop + Book Signing: Dr. Patty Lindstrom, CEO of Creative Logic, Living the Brand® Academy PURPOSE AS A STRATEGIC ADVANTAGE How Innovation Ecosystems Create Long-Term Growth, Resilience, and Impact Workshop Description What enables some organizations and regions to continually reinvent themselves while others slowly lose momentum?   Drawing from groundbreaking doctoral research on the relationship between purpose and innovation, and her newly published book, Dr. Patty Lindstrom explores how purpose-driven leadership fuels clarity, trust, collaboration, and long-term transformation across organizations, industries, and communities.   In this interactive session at Distillery Labs, participants will explore the emerging role of purpose as a strategic compass for innovation ecosystems — especially in regions navigating technological disruption, workforce transformation, entrepreneurship, and economic change. Through real-world examples spanning global innovation leaders, startups, manufacturing, healthcare, and public-sector organizations, attendees will gain practical insights into what drives sustainable innovation and resilient growth.   Designed for leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, innovators, and community builders, this conversation will also explore the future potential of Peoria as a collaborative hub for purpose-driven innovation.   Book title: PURPOSE AT WORK: How Purpose and Innovation Drive Transformational Change, Routledge Publishing, division of Taylor & Francis, 2026   \*\*\* Be sure to attend the Winning Wednesday Workshop Series at Distillery Labs! Learn from and engage with community leaders! The in-person session takes place at 201 SW Adams Street and is free and open to the public. We highly encourage registration, yet all are welcome for this workshop. Winning Wednesday Workshop's brief sessions are designed to work with your lunch break. Feel free to bring a meal with or purchase one from Chef Jeremy Washum's 'Reservations' residency at Cafe Distilled in the Main Lobby. It's the perfect time to learn something interesting, network, and catch a quick bite to eat supporting a local small business. What a treat, all under one roof! Distillery Labs is grateful to the passionate experts sharing invaluable insights with our region's vibrant community. Thanks for contributing to a City of Innovation. \-\-\- Distillery Labs 201 SW Adams St. Peoria, IL 61602 (Parking may be found at metered street spots on SW Adams and Fulton Streets as well as parking garages on SW Adams and neighboring streets.) \*\*\* Creative Logic, is a strategy and innovation consulting firm focused on helping organizations align purpose, brand, leadership, and innovation to drive transformational growth. Living the Brand® Academy is an education platform for in person and online training, coaching, consulting and labs. For more than 30 years, I’ve worked with organizations ranging from Fortune 50 companies to startups, universities, nonprofits, and public sector leaders — helping them clarify vision, strengthen culture, accelerate innovation, and create long-term value. I’m also the author of Purpose at Work: How Purpose and Innovation Drive Transformational Change, based on my doctoral research exploring how purpose-driven leadership fuels innovation, resilience, and organizational performance.]]>

2026-07-29T17:00:00+00:00 https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/19855

Distillery Labs Anniversary Celebration  7/30/26 @ 11am-4pm Peoria, IL — 2026 Join us for Distillery Labs’ Anniversary Celebration! The innovation hub’s block party will highlight the region’s start-ups, creativity, and impact. As we celebrate the 2nd year since opening our doors at 201 SW Adams, we’re excited to give the public a glimpse of the innovation ecosystem.  Distillery Labs’ family-friendly Block Party is open to all who are passionate about start-ups, entrepreneurship, and the community!  Our team, founders, and entire start-up community welcomes the public to our Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, July 30th from 11am to 4pm.  Be a part of the excitement and enjoy: * Venue tours * Games and hands-on activities * Delicious eats from local food truck vendors * Insight into the businesses and startups we work with * Opportunities to connect with and support local entrepreneurs Event Details: Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 Time: 11am-4pm  Location: Distillery Labs (201 SW Adams St.; Peoria, IL 61602) & Fulton Plaza (just outside DL) Cost: FREE! (Registration at DistilleryLabs.org recommended) Who: Open to the Public. All ages and abilities are encouraged to attend! Learn more at: https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/events/30-jul-2026-distillery-labs-anniversary-celebration-block-party We look forward to celebrating with you! \-\-\- For more information, please visit DistilleryLabs.org. For media inquiries or more information about the event, please contact our team at info@distillerylabs.org. Get involved. Get inspired. Get connected. \-\-\- About Distillery Labs: Distillery Labs is a vibrant co-working space in Peoria, designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and innovation. With a commitment to supporting local startups and entrepreneurs, Distillery Labs is an ideal setting for community-focused events like this one.   Host \| Venue: Distillery Labs

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2026-07-30T16:00:00+00:00 https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/20157

Winning Wednesday Workshop: Ben Hafele, Entrepreneur / Ex-CEO of Lean Startup Co.   "Entrepreneurial Mindset: How to Persevere Under Conditions of Extreme Uncertainty" As entrepreneurs, we choose to live and work in the unknown. But while endless books cover the tools used to de-risk a business—like Lean Startup, Agile, and Design Thinking—they all ignore one critical variable: the mental toll on the founder. None of these methodologies address what entrepreneurship actually feels like. The paralyzing self-doubt, the emotional highs and lows, and the late-night questions of "Why am I doing this to myself?" The truth is, no startup methodology works if the entrepreneur operating it doesn't have the right mindset. To survive and thrive, founders need practical tools to manage the psychological pressure of extreme uncertainty. In this workshop, we'll break down the essential components of Entrepreneurial Mindset. You will walk away with actionable mental frameworks you can use immediately to maintain clarity, protect your energy, and steady yourself through the chaos. \*\*\* Ben is a Peoria native who has worked with over 450 startups and corporate innovation teams across 5 continents. He specializes in guiding teams through the "fuzzy front end" of innovation. As CEO of The Lean Startup Company he guided teams across dozens of companies including Target, Verizon, the US Department of Defense, Pfizer, General Motors, Tetra Pak, Orange, and Sage. \*\*\* Be sure to attend the Winning Wednesday Workshop Series at Distillery Labs! Learn from and engage with community leaders! The in-person session takes place at 201 SW Adams Street and is free and open to the public. We highly encourage registration, yet all are welcome for this workshop. Winning Wednesday Workshop's brief sessions are designed to work with your lunch break. Feel free to bring a meal with or purchase one from Chef Jeremy Washum's 'Reservations' residency at Cafe Distilled in the Main Lobby. It's the perfect time to learn something interesting, network, and catch a quick bite to eat supporting a local small business. What a treat, all under one roof! Distillery Labs is grateful to the passionate experts sharing invaluable insights with our region's vibrant community. Thanks for contributing to a City of Innovation. \-\-\- Distillery Labs 201 SW Adams St. Peoria, IL 61602 (Parking may be found at metered street spots on SW Adams and Fulton Streets as well as parking garages on SW Adams and neighboring streets.)]]>

2026-08-05T17:00:00+00:00 https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/20159

Winning Wednesday Workshop: Stacy Brooks, CEO of SKB Cyber LLC "Work Smarter with AI" Learn practical ways to use generative AI to save time, strengthen communication, improve marketing, and support everyday business tasks while keeping your voice authentic. \*\*\* Stacy Brooks frequently helps business owners and professionals use generative AI in practical, approachable ways. Her workshop will focus on how tools like ChatGPT or Claude can save time, improve communication, strengthen marketing, and help people work more efficiently without losing their authentic voice. \*\*\* Be sure to attend the Winning Wednesday Workshop Series at Distillery Labs! Learn from and engage with community leaders! The in-person session takes place at 201 SW Adams Street and is free and open to the public. We highly encourage registration, yet all are welcome for this workshop. Winning Wednesday Workshop's brief sessions are designed to work with your lunch break. Feel free to bring a meal with or purchase one from Chef Jeremy Washum's 'Reservations' residency at Cafe Distilled in the Main Lobby. It's the perfect time to learn something interesting, network, and catch a quick bite to eat supporting a local small business. What a treat, all under one roof! Distillery Labs is grateful to the passionate experts sharing invaluable insights with our region's vibrant community. Thanks for contributing to a City of Innovation. \-\-\- Distillery Labs \| 201 SW Adams St\. \| Peoria\, IL 61602 (Parking may be found at metered street spots on SW Adams and Fulton Streets as well as parking garages on SW Adams and neighboring streets.)]]>

2026-09-09T17:00:00+00:00 https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/20031

Join us for Fail Club with Special Guest Speaker Chase Brower, COO of SWYCH Box The in-person meet-up takes place at Distillery Labs (201 SW Adams St.) Register for this FREE meet-up here: https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/events/21-oct-2026-fail-club-with-special-guest-speaker-chase-brower-coo-of-swych-box Chase is a passionate entrepreneur and problem-solver who knows firsthand how valuable your time is—especially when you're stuck waiting. That’s why he helped launch SWYCH Box: to turn idle time at EV charging stations into productive, refreshing moments. With a background in franchise ownership, real estate development, and building community-focused businesses, Chase brings operational expertise and creative energy to every aspect of SWYCH Box. Whether it's making your charging stop more enjoyable or expanding access to smart on-the-go amenities, Chase is driven by one goal: to help people get the most out of their day. \*\*\* Fail Club: Celebrating Lessons from the Unexpected On the 3rd Wednesday monthly, Distillery Labs hosts this unique gathering highlighting how every setback paves the way to a greater comeback. We provide an open setting focused on learning from professionals willing to share how their mishaps, unexpected detours, and outright failures have led to valuable new wins. Speakers offer their insights for the Club speaking/presenting for a bit then taking questions after. There is also time for everyone to share their stories or current challenge for which they're seeking guidance. Complimentary beverages are provided by Distillery Labs, and all are encouraged to hear and share first-hand experiences connecting with others who value resilience and innovation. Learn: Hear first-hand stories from individuals who turned their setbacks into setups for success. Network: Connect with a community that values resilience, innovation, and growth. Grow: Embrace the journey of entrepreneurship and self-development, bumps and all. \*\*\* Distillery Labs 201 SW Adams St. Peoria, IL 61602 DistilleryLabs.org (Parking may be found at metered street spots on SW Adams and Fulton Streets as well as parking garages on SW Adams and neighboring streets.)]]>

2026-10-21T21:30:00+00:00 https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/20129

Join us for Fail Club with Special Guest Speaker Amy Lambert, CEO of The EverJourney Studio! The in-person meet-up takes place in the Main Lobby of Distillery Labs. Register for this FREE meet-up here: https://distillerylabs.proximity.app/events/18-nov-2026-fail-club-with-special-guest-speaker-amy-lambert-ceo-of-the-everjourney-studio \*\*\* Fail Club: Celebrating Lessons from the Unexpected On the 3rd Wednesday monthly, Distillery Labs hosts this unique gathering highlighting how every setback paves the way to a greater comeback. We provide an open setting focused on learning from professionals willing to share how their mishaps, unexpected detours, and outright failures have led to valuable new wins. Speakers offer their insights for the Club speaking/presenting for a bit then taking questions after. There is also time for everyone to share their stories or current challenge for which they're seeking guidance. Complimentary beverages are provided by Distillery Labs, and all are encouraged to hear and share first-hand experiences connecting with others who value resilience and innovation. Learn: Hear first-hand stories from individuals who turned their setbacks into setups for success. Network: Connect with a community that values resilience, innovation, and growth. Grow: Embrace the journey of entrepreneurship and self-development, bumps and all. \*\*\* Distillery Labs 201 SW Adams St. Peoria, IL 61602 DistilleryLabs.org (Parking may be found at metered street spots on SW Adams and Fulton Streets as well as parking garages on SW Adams and neighboring streets.)]]>

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