No stiff suits or outdated industry mixers here. NGEC was built by young professionals, for young professionals—people who get how the industry actually works today.

  🤝 We’re community-first.
This isn’t just networking—it’s relationship-building. We’re curating a space where partnerships form naturally, ideas get shared freely, and everyone roots or each other’s success.

  📍 We’re Chicago-based with national energy.
We’re rooted in the Midwest, but we’re thinking big. Whether you’re here for local happy hours or national-level impact, there’s a place for you here.

  🎤 We blend business with culture.
Yes, we talk shop. But we also talk vibes, burnout, big wins, side hustles, and everything in between. You’re not just your job title here.

  ⚡ We believe in access, not gatekeeping.
You shouldn’t have to wait 10 years or have a C-suite title to be heard. At NGEC, everyone gets a seat at the table—because we’re the ones building it.