For entrepreneurs, inspiration is what motivates them. With respect to Belly, Logan's inspiration came from his experience creating online retail experiences in physical stores. This idea led to success. (A recent partnership has lead to 2,500 7-Eleven stores who now use Belly.)
When asked what constitutes such a business, the event's special guest Logan LaHive said that no two business owners share the same personality traits:
"The only required traits are determination and passion, because it's really, really hard. This is a job where you have to be 100 percent engrossed and passionate. Be sure you love it, because it will be the hardest thing you'll ever do."
During his fireside chat at Startup Grind Chicago on September 16, LaHive will discuss how entrepreneurship is a process of discovery. According to the Chicago-based entrepreneur:
"As a first time founder, I didn't anticipate 95% of the things I'd have to do. The vast majority of your action steps--you will discover [them] along the way. It's a journey of discovery that you figure out along the way."
For local business owners and startups, this event will take place on September 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Central Time. Entrepreneurs who attend will have the opportunity to network and enjoy beer and wine. The Startup Grind Chicago headquarters are located at 2 North LaSalle Street 14th Floor.
Tickets are available here:http://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-grind-chicago-hosts-logan-lahive-belly-tickets-12404932487
About Startup GrindStartup Grind is a global startup community designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs. We host monthly events in more than 100 cities and 42 countries featuring successful local founders, innovators, educators, and investors who share personal stories and lessons learned on the road to building great companies. Our monthly fireside chat interviews, startup mixers, and annual conferences provide ample opportunities to connect with amazing startups and the people behind them, tap into a strong support network, form meaningful connections, and gain inspiration for the startup journey ahead. For more information, visit http://www.StartupGrind.com or follow us on twitter @StartupGrind.
About Logan LaHiveAs the Chief Big Belly, it is Logan's responsibility to pay for company dinners and motivate the team with inspirational quotes worthy enough to be printed on matching t-shirts. Previously, Logan was the Director of New Business at Redbox after successfully leading the company's initiative to test and rollout video game rentals. Since then, Logan has spent the past seven years in startups, and he's developed a passion for helping small businesses achieve their goals. Logan will have succeeded in his efforts when he finally owns the San Francisco 49ers. He admits to wanting to shave his barber's beard; fortunately, he's created a product, Belly, which allows him to do so.
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