Windy City Wild!

    Aug. 21, 2007

    So this past Friday I made it over to Bolingbrook, Ill., for the grand opening of Windy City Wire's new headquarters. The company threw a huge party extravaganza with entertainment that included rock bands, exotic animals, and Chicago's very own Luvabulls. There were also 20 vendors on hand, making for a mini-tradeshow inside the warehouse. I was definitely surprised by the size and scope of the event. Windy City Wire spared no expense on their "Windy City Wild" party.

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    Here's the front of WCW's headquarters before the party really got rockin'.

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    What's a security get-together without the blue Pelco truck?

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    There were some unusual pets on display, including a crocodile, a giant turtle, and the above yellow snake. Looks like this Windy City Wire employee is getting more than she bargained for. ("Yikes, this guy really is a snake!")
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    Windy City Wire's warehouse has plenty of room for the company's expected growth. Inside is where vendors set up camp for hundreds of attendees.

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    Some guys get all the luck.
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    Windy City Wire's Lauryn Toczylowski (front left) and Stephanie Richter (center) get to hang with the band, ".38 Special."

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    Wake up. Party. Rock 'n Roll. Repeat.

    Whew! A lot went on at Windy City Wire's party; and who knows, there could be a sequel next year...

    -Greg

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