Chicago Air and Water Show

This past weekend, Chicago was treated to one of my favorite annual events: The Air and Water Show!

Photo credit: Facebook | Chicago Air and Water Show

The event, which is in its 57th year, features all kinds of daredevil stunts by military pilots and aircraft.

Photo credit: Facebook | Chicago Air and Water Show

This year, the show was headlined by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, who trade off annually with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds.

Photo credit: Facebook | U.S. Navy Blue Angels

The Air and Water show is Chicago's second largest event, just behind the Taste of Chicago. It draws some 2 MILLION people each year!

Photo credit: Facebook | Chicago Air and Water Show

And if you're like our Business & Account Manager Kal and live near the lake, it's hard to miss the show!

Percipia Goes To Six Flags

Every summer, our office goes on a summer outing. This year's event? A trip to Six Flags!

It was a beautiful day to ride roller coasters.

While some of our employees are roller coaster vets, there were a few of us who were pretty new to them too! (Myself included.)

It didn't take long after our first stop (The Raging Bull) for me to get a hang of it though.

I think everyone's favorite ride had to have been the Superman. Since we purchased fast passes (which means NO LINES) we were able to go as many times as we wanted! I went four times myself!

Suffice to say, it was a great time!

Thanks again to our awesome CEO Mike!

Lollapalooza

Every summer, millions of music lovers descend on Chicago for one of the world's largest music festivals: Lollapalooza!

Photo Credit: Sirius XM

Held in Grant Park, just a few blocks south of our office, the fun was in full force at this year's Lolla! Headliners like Paul McCartney and Florence + the Machine brought all kind of music lovers together for a great event!

Photo credit: Parker Stockman

Photo credit: Parker Stockman

Lollapalooza's been around since 1991. It started as a sort of farewell tour for the band Jane's Addiction, and just took off from there.

Photo credit: Jamie Pilgrim

Photo credit: Jamie Pilgrim

It hasn't always been in Chicago though. The festival used to move around from city to city until 2005 when it moved permanently to Chicago, and turned into the big weekend event that we've all come to know and love!

The Maggie Daley Park

We're in the throes of summer, and I don't know about you, but I really like to explore new places when the weather is this beautiful.

My latest stop: The Maggie Daley Park!

Photo credit: Maggie Daley Park

It's located just a few blocks southeast of our Chicago office, and I have to tell you, it's quite the park!

Photo credit: Maggie Daley Park

The city began development on the park in 2012, and it just opened this summer.

Photo credit: Maggie Daley Park

There's lots of things to do at the park, like going on the rock climbing, an awesome park garden playground for kids and more! (It's also a great spot to relax during your lunch break too!)

Photo credit: Maggie Daley Park

Photo credit: Maggie Daley Park

Until next time!

Jared

Why are you smiling today?

Every Wednesday, we at Percipia are treated to the musical stylings of some great local artists, thanks to our building's Summer Concert Series.

The Summer Concert Series is an absolute must for me on my Wednesday break. It's a nice, relaxing way to to enjoy my lunch, plus the weather is beautiful too!

Today there was also a surprise in the facade: this big chalkboard asking people why they are smiling today! (I may or may not have written Chipotle.)

With a great reason to stretch my legs every Wednesday at lunch, there's no difficulties getting over the mid-week hump here at Percipia!

You know why I'm smiling, so now it's your turn. Why are you smiling today?

Jared

Welcome Jared to the team! (That's me!)

Hello! I’m Jared C., Percipia’s new social media guru!

I’ll be keeping the blog updated with all the latest tidbits about Percipia, our new products and all that fun stuff!

You’ve already been introduced to a handful of my awesome coworkers, so here’s a little more about me!

Q: What is your official work title?
A: Office & Social Media Associate

Q: Can you tell us more about your professional experience/ history?
A: I come from a background in broadcast news. I got my degree in communication a few years ago, and since then I’ve worked as a photojournalist, a news producer and a writer for several different local news stations/organizations.

Q: What do you like to do outside of work?
A: I love being on the move. I’m a very active guy. I love to get outside and be active. I’m learning how to play rugby at the moment, and I can’t wait for my first game!

Q: What are your greatest travel experience?
A: I spent a semester in college interning at a national news network in Washington, D.C. It was amazing. I got to shadow reporters and producers on Capitol Hill and talk politics 24/7. During my time in D.C., I also got to see some celebrities at the White House Correspondents Dinner, and I was also part of the crowd that gathered outside of the White House the night Osama bin Laden was killed. Seeing history unfold in front of my eyes is something I’ll never forget!

Q: Favorite movie?
A: Home Alone. I can watch that movie on repeat. (Not kidding!)

Q: Guilty pleasure music artist?
A: Robyn.

Q: What is something that inspires you?
A: Being the best person I can be and living my life to the fullest every day.

Q: What would you say your professional goal would be now that you are employed at Percipia?
A: I’ve been here at Percipia for a few weeks now. I’m finally settling into my groove. I want to learn more about Percipia and I want to bring my own brand of social media expertise to the company!

So, that’s me in a nutshell! Like I said, stay tuned to the blog for all the latest news from Percipia!

You can send me some fan mail by tweeting @Percipia1

5 Reasons to Visit Percipia at HITEC 2015

Percipia is in Austin, Texas this week at HITEC 2015: the world's largest hospitality technology show! If you're in Austin, here's 5 great reasons why you need to swing by booth #2200:

1. Informant - We're introducing our new user-friendly call accounting software, Informant! Come see this new product in action! It works specifically within the hospitality technology marketplace and seamlessly integrates with all leading PBX manufacturers!

2. Latitude - Learn all about the latest advancement in mobile applications for the hospitality industry! It's a must see, state-of-art mobile platform that is fully customizable and easily works as an extension to your property's digital signage! 

3. We value our customers - Informant is a prime example of our dedication to our customers. Percipia prides itself on being a customer-focused software company. We're always looking for ways to respond to our customers needs!

4. Our team - Headquartered in Chicago, Percipia's team boasts more than 30 years of cumulative hotel industry experience! 

5. Our philosophy - We believe believe that technology solutions should be customized to work for your business and not the other way around. Percipia is dedicated to delivering the best solutions that support our clients’ needs!