About this Event
Come early and stay late! EO Chicago is taking over a private room at the United Center before the Bulls take on the Washington Wizards, and we've got something special planned.
Meet Joe O’Neil, the man behind the hottest ticket in sports.
Joe O’Neil has run tickets for the Chicago Bulls for decades. In the ’90s, he managed the hottest ticket in sports while the Bulls won two three-peats. He has six championship rings to show for it, and he’s the longest-tenured ticket executive in the NBA.
He grew up on the South Side with no connections and no one to open doors for him, so he learned to open them himself. He got his job with the Bulls by walking into their offices and refusing to leave until someone interviewed him. What happened next is a story he only tells in person. His own line for it: “Sometimes, you just have to kick the damn door down.”
And he's bringing a three-time NBA Champion with him!
Joining Joe is special guest Bill Wennington, Bulls Ambassador and three-time NBA Champion who played alongside Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and Dennis Rodman during the Bulls' legendary second three-peat.
Together, they'll take us behind the scenes of one of the greatest dynasties in sports history, sharing firsthand memories, untold stories, and what it was really like to be part of the Bulls' championship era.
Enjoy food, an open bar, and an incredible opportunity to hear from two people who lived through Chicago basketball history. Then, we'll head to our seats to cheer on the Bulls!
Agenda
- 4:45 PM | Arrivals: Please arrive early! Our exclusive Bulls experience begins promptly at 5:00 PM, and you won't want to miss a minute.
- 5:00–7:00 PM | Private Pre-Game: Food, open bar, networking, and behind-the-scenes stories with Joe O’Neil and special guest Bill Wennington.
- 7:00 PM | Tip-Off: Chicago Bulls vs. Washington Wizards, NBA Cup game.
Good to Know
- EO Chicago members only.
- Limited seats! Every ticket is paid for, so please only RSVP if you're confident you can attend. We're counting on you!
- Plans changed? Let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your seat to another member on the waitlist. If you can no longer attend, you're welcome to send another EO Chicago member in your place.
Agenda
🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Check In
🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Private Pre-Game
Info: Food, open bar, mingling, and Joe O’Neil sharing his story
🕑: 07:00 PM
Tip-Off
Info: Bulls vs. Washington Wizards, NBA Cup game
Event venue & nearby stays
United Center, 1901 West Madison Street, Chicago, United States
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