
About this Event
The Front Porch Lounge: A VIP Day for Bold Women to Speak Up and Glow Up.
Welcome to The Metropolitan, where bold women come together to inspire, empower, and uplift each other. Join us for a day filled with powerful conversations, networking opportunities, and personal growth. This event is all about embracing your voice, owning your power, and stepping into your greatness. Get ready to connect with like-minded women, share your story, and leave feeling inspired to take on the world. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to speak up and glow up with us at The Front Porch Lounge!
Agenda
đź•‘: 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
The Front Porch Lounge
Host: Shanita Baraka Akintonde
Info: A VIP Day for Bold Women to Speak Up and Glow Up
Saturday, September 20, 2025 | The Metropolitan, Willis Tower, Chicago, IL
The Front Porch Lounge is a one-day, high-impact retreat designed to help women embrace their voice, sharpen their strategy, and step boldly into their glow-up. Hosted by Shanita Baraka Akintonde, the event is a signature fusion of personal storytelling, professional development, and cultural empowerment.
Held at The Metropolitan on the 67th floor of Willis Tower, the experience begins with a warm and stylish welcome. From 9:00 to 9:45 AM, attendees arrive to light breakfast, skyline views, soft jazz, and custom swag bags. A surprise greeter offers a Front Porch Moment to kick off the day with heart and intention. Participants will leave the event at 5:00 p.m. with tools, tribe, and transformation to carry your glow-up into every room you enter!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Metropolitan, 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, United States
USD 195.00