The Kat Tat Experience is a comprehensive three-day conference that dives into the world of tattooing and entrepreneurship, encompassing both the artistic and business aspects.

The event offers a variety of educational opportunities, such as workshops, seminars, and keynote speeches from world renowned entrepreneurs. Here you will gain valuble skills and network with industry leaders and peers. 

Single day passes are available for Kat Tat's Business Brunch on Sunday September 1st. You do not have to be a tattoo artist to attend this event, all business professionals are welcome.

Event Schedule:

Friday, August 30, 2024

Welcome Reception 6:00pm - 9:00pm

• Taste of Chicago Networking Mixer
• Live Rose Tattoo Demonstration with Artist Kevin Laroy 
• Complimentary Cocktails
• Music

Saturday, August 31, 2024

Intro of event and a word from our sponsors: 9:30-10:00am

Seminar 1: Custom Lettering with Angel Bustos 10:00am-12:00pm

Break: 12:00pm-12:15pm

Seminar 2: Live interactive tattoo seminar with Alena Wedderburn 12:15pm-2:00pm

Break 2:00pm - 2:15pm

Seminar 3: Color tattoo seminar with Miryam Lumpini 2:15pm-3:30pm

Break 3:30pm-4:00pm

Seminar 4: Live interactive tattoo seminar with 1up Ink PNUT 4pm-6pm

Cocktail Hour and Smash Burger Station 6pm-7pm

Presentation: Artist Management with Oliver Hatchett and Kat Tat 7:00-7:20pm

Tattoo Shop Ownership Panel: 7:30pm - 9:00pm

• Kat sits down with the owners of successful tattoo shops from across the country
• Conversations about artistry, entrepreneurship, branding, social media strategy and much more
• This is an open discussion, allowing you the opportunity to engage with our panelists
• Complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres

Sunday, September 1, 2024

The Art of Business Brunch and Art Exhibition 12:00pm - 5:00pm

• Brunch and bottomless mimosas 
• Networking
• Business and Entrepreneurship Panel featuring Kat Tat, founder and CEO of Enigma Beverly Hills; Tara Fung, co-founder and CEO of Co-Create; Lemeir Mitchell, Founder and CEO of Happy Ice
• Keynote speech by Gina Rivera Founder of Phenix Salon Suites 
• Winner of Kat Tat's Business Grant Announced
• Raffle for Free Tattoo Session with Kat Tat Announced

For your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at the Marriott Marquis Chicago for the conference. Please use the link below or mention the Kat Tat Experience while booking to receive a discounted room rate. 

https://book.passkey.com/e/50857463