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Improv show & Open Jam
🎭 Improv Utrecht Presents a Show Like No Other! 🎭
The advanced graduates of the course "On Stage!" of trainer Rutger Holmes will take the stage at Theaterhuis De Berenkuil to showcase their skills in a very fun and interactive show. Expect improv games, improvised singing and beautiful meaningful scenes.
💡 What is Improv?
Improv is live, unscripted theatre where anything can happen! The performers create characters, scenes, and entire stories from scratch, all based on audience suggestions and their quick-thinking creativity. It’s spontaneous, electric, and completely unique—no two shows are ever the same!
🎟 Tickets Now Available!
Don't miss this one-night-only spectacle of storytelling and laughter. Secure your tickets online before they’re gone!
Book your ticket at [improv-utrecht.weticket.io](http://improv-utrecht.weticket.com/) : €14 plus €0,7 service fee
Before and after the show we have a very nice bar to meet & greet people.
📅 When? Friday 24 April 20:00h. Bar open 19:15
📍 Where? Theaterhuis De Berenkuil, Biltstraat 166
Join us for a night of creativity, comedy, and community—we can’t wait to see you there!
Find out more about Improv Utrecht, our other shows and courses at [www.improvutrecht.nl](http://www.improvutrecht.nl/)
Spring Drinks for Expats & Locals
**Join us for Spring Drinks for Expats & Locals!**
Celebrate the arrival of spring with fresh connections and great company! 🌿 We’re excited to invite you to Spring Drinks for Expats & Locals. This evening is all about enjoying the season of renewal with meaningful conversations, laughter, and a welcoming international crowd.
**What to expect**
* A lively and inclusive atmosphere to enjoy good company.
* Conversations with a diverse mix of locals and internationals.
* A laid-back evening of cultural exchange, friendships, and fun.
**Who should join**
* **Expats** looking to expand their social circle and make new friends.
* **Locals** eager to share their culture and connect with an international crowd.
* **Anyone** looking for a relaxed, social evening filled with great energy and good vibes.
Don't miss out - **RSVP now** and join us for an unforgettable evening!
Join the WhatsApp group: brand.page/expatslocalswhatsapp
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/expats.locals
Become a Welcomer: https://www.expatslocals.com/become-a-welcomer
Improv theatre drop in lesson with Burgert Kirsten
Join us for a fun Friday night of improv theatre in English. Play, laugh, and meet new people in Utrecht during this welcoming drop-in workshop led by Burgert Kirsten, one of Improv Utrecht’s professional trainers.
Everyone is welcome. You do not need any acting experience, and you do not need to be fluent in English. Many participants are not native speakers. Each week, several people join for the very first time, alongside regulars who come back again and again. Expect a group of around 12 to 22 people in total.
What to expect
Meet a mix of international and Dutch players
Learn the basics of improvisation, a valuable modern skill
Play fun and accessible theatre games
Laugh a lot and surprise yourself along the way
Practical information
Doors open between 19:50 and 20:00. Please enter together with the group.
The entrance is on the side of the building, via Troelstralaan.
Workshop time is from 20:00 to 22:00.
Full details can be found at [https://bit.ly/iudropin](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fiudropin%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYzVUWUpNcUx3Qmxyc0tCNnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6Uacch2zhjkNy6h1oNgRxFH9V9xdWoET38TkCXK39CyqxYEjQmirGViM_qlw_aem_hJkW5L3WHAO-pVZVHN1c3w&h=AT2S7AyQGOOxCA4y6M0NO7B-v3mSsYPTMqxJoyJHW3Wu4TVusm_lz92s5ru9B6DhWOMOy4IwE72y9T569MBRbB3tPDcPKdnsSnjI9Ef1b-7Yp467m71KcHLeJGRXaJI9_bDbaRe4F93uFs00Rds&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT0toyw-m6q1Kl9A4pude9T05YHtdW_ajvYBWe_MixS8-d0JBdNz089yFCaZxIjsj41oPDYTZr-pLoVp3Nbw6oS2l-b59hWsbjVnOl__PH25Cx3iZDHpMxmtl8_kxDTepak27ZG-3b10bx8fSuh2QAJtRaEuxCrWtVE)
After the workshop, people usually head together to the Irish pub O’Leary’s for a drink and a chat.
How to sign up
Please mark yourself as attending via our website at [https://bit.ly/iudropin](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fiudropin%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYzVUWUpNcUx3Qmxyc0tCNnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4aOuBKx2VBkJDoGyYCRHQXSTHuVoJHy0WS1bZAftQYuSLPcNgmTQeaBv4hpw_aem_5jJND0IPMoJD8mXqM4l2SA&h=AT2S7AyQGOOxCA4y6M0NO7B-v3mSsYPTMqxJoyJHW3Wu4TVusm_lz92s5ru9B6DhWOMOy4IwE72y9T569MBRbB3tPDcPKdnsSnjI9Ef1b-7Yp467m71KcHLeJGRXaJI9_bDbaRe4F93uFs00Rds&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT0toyw-m6q1Kl9A4pude9T05YHtdW_ajvYBWe_MixS8-d0JBdNz089yFCaZxIjsj41oPDYTZr-pLoVp3Nbw6oS2l-b59hWsbjVnOl__PH25Cx3iZDHpMxmtl8_kxDTepak27ZG-3b10bx8fSuh2QAJtRaEuxCrWtVE). If you can no longer attend, remember to remove your signup so someone else can take your spot.
Please also send your contact details to Marieke at info@theatersportworkshops.nl so we can reach you if there are any changes or issues with the workshop.
Price
Suggested donation €10 to €20, payable in cash or via Tikkie.
If you are not able to pay much, you are still very welcome. Pay what you can or what you felt the workshop was worth. Your contribution helps cover the room rental and the professional trainers.
Curious about more?
Check out our improv courses at [https://www.improvutrecht.nl](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.improvutrecht.nl%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYzVUWUpNcUx3Qmxyc0tCNnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4aOuBKx2VBkJDoGyYCRHQXSTHuVoJHy0WS1bZAftQYuSLPcNgmTQeaBv4hpw_aem_5jJND0IPMoJD8mXqM4l2SA&h=AT0HQGS9N7lDDerT4Jh2s7yQZ3yqXcU3N7DHXcnh_ArhUbPBNnFc1Vs5ILLXJTm8W6M0qWOaOlvHeCdiG9IvYCgONK3G7Mx7YP3_ERn_wSRix-AtI5wPA8WvGq1ijPS5zLOaIIFzJ3kK6yajLPE&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT0toyw-m6q1Kl9A4pude9T05YHtdW_ajvYBWe_MixS8-d0JBdNz089yFCaZxIjsj41oPDYTZr-pLoVp3Nbw6oS2l-b59hWsbjVnOl__PH25Cx3iZDHpMxmtl8_kxDTepak27ZG-3b10bx8fSuh2QAJtRaEuxCrWtVE)
Tickets for courses via [https://improv-utrecht.weticket.com](https://improv-utrecht.weticket.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYzVUWUpNcUx3Qmxyc0tCNnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7kmRsV6LQrIsZqtZLBNbCbr9_NHgu23lRTafAiyzXQMBjXirebJNUXyW7-Jg_aem_Ps3bRMMWxOjgfL78fqIL8w)
Follow Improv Utrecht
Meetup [https://www.meetup.com/utrecht-improv-theater](https://www.meetup.com/utrecht-improv-theater?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYzVUWUpNcUx3Qmxyc0tCNnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4aOuBKx2VBkJDoGyYCRHQXSTHuVoJHy0WS1bZAftQYuSLPcNgmTQeaBv4hpw_aem_5jJND0IPMoJD8mXqM4l2SA)
Instagram @improvutrecht
Facebook https://facebook.com/ImprovUtrecht
Open meditatie avond bij Jewel Heart
*Since the guided meditations for this event are in Dutch, this description is too.*
Wil je je drukke week afsluiten en ontspannen aan het weekend beginnen? Dan ben je geheel vrijblijvend welkom bij de vrijdagavond meditatie van [Jewel Heart](https://www.jewelheart.nl/). Deze meditatieavond heeft een licht en open karakter.
De meditaties bestaan uit drie delen. We beginnen met het gewaarworden van je lichamelijke sensaties. In een korter deel twee doen we een loopmeditatie en in deel drie is er een eenvoudige, geleide visualisatie meditatie. Het geheel wordt afgesloten met een gesprek onder het genot van een kop thee, voor wie daar zin in heeft.
📍[Jewel Heart, Hatertseveldweg 284, Nijmegen](https://maps.app.goo.gl/D4FzqLbkaqs2JNDG8). Loop de oprit op en dan is de ingang aan je rechterzijde
🕒Zaal open vanaf 19.30 uur, meditatie van 20.00 tot 21.00
Je bent van harte welkom!
Aan deze activiteit kun je per keer meedoen. Er zijn geen verplichtingen. Op vrijwillige basis kun je op de avond zelf een donatie doen.
Kijk ook naar onze
-[Open activiteiten](https://www.jewelheart.nl/nl/open-activiteiten/)
-[Cursussen](https://www.jewelheart.nl/nl/cursussen-overzicht/)
METALCAFE: Mosh to the Monarchy
NEDERLANDS
Metalheads unite!
Zorg dat je kroon stevig zit, want vrijdag 24 april moshen we voor de monarchie om je metal fix te krijgen voor koningsdag 🔥🔥🔥
En natuurlijk omdat het gewoon een mooi excuus is om samen te headbangen, feesten en moshen! 🤘🏼
Onze DJ's draaien van 20:00 tot 01:30 jullie metal requests terwijl je geniet van een lekker drankje en/of hapje uit de keuken.
Gratis entree.
We hebben heerlijke Dimmu Burgers, Beëlzeballen, Satan's Stengels en Satan's Ingewanden om van te smullen voor jullie 🍔🥩🤤
Dus vraag je favoriete nummers aan, neem een drankje en geniet! 🤘🏼🥳🤘🏼
ENGLISH
Metalheads unite!
Make sure your crown is on tight, because Friday 24th of April we mosh to the monarchy to get your metal fix before kingsday 🔥🔥🔥
And ofcourse because it's simply a nice excuse to headbang, party and mosh together!🤘🏼
Our DJ's will play your metal requests from 20:00 till 01:30 while you enjoy a nice drink and/or bite from the kitchen.
Free entrance.
We'll have delicious Dimmu Burgers, Beelzeballs, Satan's Sticks, and Satan's Guts for you to feast on 🍔🥩🤤
So request your favourite songs, have a drink and enjoy!🤘🏼🥳🤘🏼
[New Type of Event] Picnic Friday Night with an (optional) Tango vibe
With warm & good weather on the horizon again, it's time again to get more picnic-y & outdoors-y 🌄
For this new season, let's revisit the old picnic gathering formula, but add into the night vibe & spicy dance theme (in this case tango, because other dances are oversaturated with events 😊)
The premise:
A picnic gathering starting from 19:00 & ending 23:00 sharp
Since it's evening vibes, BYO food/drinks/games still applies but think time appropriate (don't go big on alcohol though!)
Dancing aspect, music starts 20:00 & ends 23:00 sharp!
Exact location in Griftpark:
To be concluded, but assume close to where the meetup event location currently is set at
Additional notes for the tango aspect:
* you're very much welcome to join in & dance, even with no experience. I can show you a thing or two so you can get a taste & give it a go 😊 Depending on how many, either via a quick group tryout or I help you out individually
* The tango aspect of the event is through the Utrecht Tango Cafe Milonga community (also organized by Constantinos)
More info --> https://www.utrechtcafemilonga.com
If you have any further questions, feel free to message the host
Depending on the time & weather, and whether people are up for it, follow-up drinks can always follow later that day.
To those interested, I hope to see you there! 😄
Utrecht Pre King's Day Weekend Cocktail & Mocktail Crawl
Welcome to the first Cocktail & Mocktail Crawl: Pre King's Day Weekend Edition! **🍊🍹**
After a successful first Cafe Crawl and with a second one just around the corner, it's time to introduce something new. This is the Cocktail & Mocktail Crawl.
We're kicking off the King's Day weekend the right way, with good drinks, great company, and a little orange. Wear or bring something orange to get into the King's Day spirit!
We meet at the Neude and from there we visit two great bars with a delicious cocktail & mocktail menu. At both stops you'll be put in small groups of 4 to 6 people, so there's nice space to connect and have good conversations.
⚠️ Not sure if you can make it? Please free up your spot for someone else.
Design Management Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Hike along Blikkenburgervaart loop from Driebergen-Zeist (16.1 km)
* We **start at 11:30** at Train Station Driebergen-Zeist (in front of: NS Stationshuiskamer
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rxbgbhe877qTaoE2A
* Length: \~16 km (4 - 5 hr hiking)
* What to bring: lunch, water, snack.
* For whom: As always, sporty folks that like to combine social event with being active in nature.
**Getting there by Train:**
* To Station: Driebergen-Zeist
https://maps.app.goo.gl/1o211iUUR7ZzWZAq8
**Getting there by Car:**
* P+R Driebergen-Zeist: Stationsweg 15B, Driebergen-Rijsenburg (payed)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rzkus3PV1cXaiBV89
**Note:**
* Please **pay a small fee (3 euro)** to help us cover the (increased) yearly Meetup contribution of 240 euro. We'll ask you to pay before the start of the hike (can be on the day itself). No refunds, but in the unlikely event that hike would be cancelled and you already paid, you don't need to pay for your next hike. Thank you so much! Use the **safe link** here: https://betaalverzoek.rabobank.nl/betaalverzoek/?id=cqlYWv_MTpSjp2VkROXWhA
* Keep in mind that the hike can be canceled when the weather is very bad (**always check the event before you go**).
* If you RSVP 'yes' we expect you to show-up. Please do not cancel less than 24 hours before the hike. **No-shows** will lead to your removal from the group. Thanks for the understanding.
* By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
Let's go to a concert and talk with Japanese
This is a public event.
https://www.nesko.nl
Please WhatsApp your meetup organisor
for your confirmation!
Marbling Workshop — Utrecht
## **🌊 Marbling Workshop — Utrecht \(\[Booking via link\]\(se book via the link: https://artools\.nl/product/marbling\-workshop/\)\)**
## **Colour, water, and chance.**
## In this 2h hands-on marbling workshop, pigments float on water and are transferred onto paper — creating patterns that can’t be fully controlled or repeated.
It’s a slow, tactile and slightly hypnotic process, where “happy accidents” are part of the experience.
**What to expect:**
– work directly with colour on water
– explore movement and flow
– create multiple one-of-a-kind prints – guided but open-ended session
You don’t aim for one perfect piece — you create many, each shaped by timing and chance.
Details:
🕒 Utrecht 2h
**📍 Utrecht**
**💶** €70
All materials included
No experience needed
**⚠️**RSVP on Meetup does not confirm your spot
**👉**Please book via the link: https://artools.nl/product/marbling-workshop/
De Troost Tafel - 26 april
Wil jij met mij op een culinaire reis door rouw?
Ik nodig je van harte uit voor de Troost Tafel – Lunch Editie.
Een intieme middag waar we samen aan tafel gaan om de smaken van rouw te verkennen.
Wat is pittig in jouw rouw? Welke herinnering smaakt nog steeds zoet?
In een klein gezelschap van maximaal 8 mensen nodig ik je uit om mee te gaan op mijn culinaire reis door rouw – een reis die ik ooit begon na het verlies van mijn moeder.
Eerder organiseerde ik diners, maar deze keer kies ik bewust voor een lunch. Waarom? Omdat ik weet dat het soms spannend kan zijn om over rouw te praten. Met deze kortere, laagdrempelige editie wil ik juist ruimte creëren voor wie dat spannend vindt, maar toch nieuwsgierig is naar verbinding, troost en smaak.
🕰 Indeling van de middag
12.30 – 13.00 Inloop & ontvangst
13.00 – 13.15 Welkom & introductie
13.15 – 15.00 Aan tafel – 3-gangen lunch
15.00 – 15.15 Afronding
15.15 – 15.30 Tijd om rustig naar huis te gaan.
🌿 Wat is de Troost Tafel?
De Troost Tafel is een plek waar verliezen, herinneringen en smaken samenkomen.
Een culinaire reis door rouw – waarin we onderzoeken hoe emoties en herinneringen zich kunnen vertalen naar smaken. Wat is licht in jouw rouw? Wat voelt zwaar? Wat smaakt bitter of juist zoet?
🌟 Voor wie is de Troost Tafel?
Voor iedereen die verlies heeft ervaren – groot of klein. Of je nu net een dierbare bent verloren, of al jaren een gemis met je meedraagt: alle vormen van verlies mogen er zijn. Bij de Troost Tafel leggen we de rouw op tafel, in plaats van hem eronder te schuiven.
🍽 Wat kun je verwachten?
Een driegangenlunch, met ruimte voor stilte, gesprek en verbinding.
Je zit aan tafel met een kleine groep mensen, ieder met hun eigen verhaal.
Bij elke gang staan we stil bij een ander aspect van rouw en smaak – zodat we samen verdieping kunnen vinden in wat ons raakt en verbindt.
💛 Waarom ik de Troost Tafel organiseer?
In het laatste jaar van mijn koksopleiding verloor ik mijn moeder aan longkanker. Het was mijn eerste diepe ervaring met rouw, en het bracht me op een intense spirituele reis. In die zoektocht vond ik uiteindelijk rust en acceptatie. Helaas verloor ik recent ook mijn stiefmoeder. Na een zeer kort ziekbed werd ik opnieuw geconfronteerd met het verlies.
De Troost Tafel is ontstaan uit mijn verlangen om anderen ook een plek te bieden – een veilige, warme tafel waar verlies ruimte mag krijgen, en waar troost mag ontstaan.
Schuif je aan? Als je vragen hebt mag je me ook altijd een bericht sturen.
Hilversum Sketching — Gooilust 🌿🎨
📍 Hilversum Station (center side, near AH to go), 10:30 → ~16:00
🚶♂️ ~3 km walk to park, ~3 km in park plus walk to the Proeflokaal De Serre (expect 6-8 km of walking in total)
🎯 Gooilust
Bring: sketching gear, water/snacks, foldable chair or blanket to sit on, comfy clothes + extra layer.
We’ll walk together from the station to Gooilust (~3 km), a large park around a mansion with plenty of beautiful spots to draw.
We’ll spend 2–3 hours sketching in the park, with longer, relaxed sessions (30–60 min) and time to explore different views.
Afterwards, we’ll walk past a farm (you can buy fresh milk, cheese, yoghurt or kefir — bring a bit of cash if you are interested) and continue to Proeflokaal De Serre for a drink, food, and a toilet break. From there, we’ll take the bus (line 6 or 106) back to Hilversum.
No pressure — just draw and enjoy the outdoors 🌿✏️
Design Management Events Near You
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American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able!
Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to:
* develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment
* share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other
* learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas
***NOTE:*** Pre-registration is required for this event. **Please arrive 10 minutes early** to check in at the security desk.
The Story So Far: A WiA Reflection Circle
A WiA Collective Wisdom Exchange
At the start of this year, we gathered to look back, set intentions, and imagine the next chapter.
This is the follow-up.
Not a check-in. Not a progress report. A small, facilitated circle to reconnect with what you said mattered — and honestly explore what’s actually happening now.
Together, we’ll explore:
• What you intended at the start of this year - and what that looks like three months in
• What’s surprised you, supported you, or shifted
• What the next chapter needs now that you know what you know
If you were at our January gathering, bring whatever you made or wrote — your word, your artifact, your intention. We’ll look at it with fresh eyes. If this is your first time, you belong here too. You’ll start where we all started: with what’s true right now.
Optional art materials will be available for anyone who wants to reflect creatively alongside conversation. If you brought something home from January, you’re warmly invited to bring it back.
The intention is the same as always: everyone leaves feeling more clear, more connected, and a little lighter.
Space is intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate.
What to Expect
• A small, welcoming circle (not a large meetup)
• Structured conversation so everyone has space to speak
• Reflection, listening, and lived experience — not advice-giving
• Optional creative reflection alongside conversation
• A calm, supportive environment
Who This Is For
Women and underrepresented folks working in or around agile, product, technology, leadership, or organizational change — especially those looking for honest conversation and community beyond frameworks and buzzwords.
Good to Know
• No preparation required
• If you attended in January, we invite you to bring anything you created or wrote (or something that represents your intention at the start of the year) - it’s optional but invited
• Participation is invitational; listening is always welcome
• Creative activities are optional
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus 🌍
Over 52% of the world soil is degraded and scientists warn we may have only a few decades of fertile soil left. As Sadhguru shares, soil is a living system—and when it degrades, our food, health, and future are at risk.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyT-6qiubd0
🚶♂️🌎This Earth Day, Join the Walk for Children-2026 SaveSoil 5K Walkathon here in Columbus and help raise awareness about soil for the future of our children!
Every step you take helps:
✔️ 1. Raise awareness in your communities about protecting and restoring soil.
✔️ 2. Supports sustainable food systems.
✔️ 3. Helps secure our children’s future.
📅 Date: April 26, 2026
📍 Location: Scioto Audubon Metro Park
Check-in address 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215
⏰ Time: 8:30 a.m. check-in event starts at 9:30 a.m.
👉 Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-for-children-2026-save-soil-walkathon-in-columbus-registration-1986596534713?aff=oddtdtcreator
👉🏼Free and Open to All.
Share this message and bring your neighbours, friends & family along to celebrate our planet!
Let’s make it happen!
Confidence Lab
**A Transformative Half-Day Event**
Welcome to Confidence Lab, the ultimate experience designed to help you step into your most confident self. This half-day event is packed with actionable strategies, inspiring sessions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals who are ready to invest in their personal and professional growth. Whether you’re looking to advance in your career, deepen your self-belief, or simply embrace new challenges, Confidence Lab is your starting point.
**What You’ll Experience**
**Your Confidence Lab ticket includes:**
* **Engaging Speaker Sessions**: Learn from experts about harnessing confidence in your career, relationships, and everyday life.
* **Interactive Experiences:** Participate in dynamic activities designed to help you step into your most confident self.
* **In-Depth Audience Q&A:** Get direct insights from speakers as they answer your most pressing questions about building confidence and stepping into leadership.
* **Networking Opportunities**: Connect with a supportive community of professionals and confidence enthusiasts.
**2026 Speaker Sessions:**
* **Seeing Clearly**
Understand how you show up - and what’s been getting in the way.
* **Confidence in Relationship**
Communicate, navigate conflict, and build trust more effectively.
* **Sustainable Agency**
Learn how to lead without burning out. Your energy is part of the strategy.
* **Confidence in Service**
Align how you show up with the impact you actually want to have.
**This Is For You If…**
* You’re ready to take up more space in your work or life
* You want to communicate with clarity and confidence
* You’re stepping into (or preparing for) leadership
* You’re done second-guessing yourself
**Our Speakers**
**Lachandra Baker** Founder of LBB Edutainment and the kind of person who makes you realize you’ve been confusing confidence with performance your whole life. Lachandra blends psychology, research, and radical humanity to help individuals and teams stop code-switching their way through the day and start showing up as someone they actually recognize. Expect to be challenged, affirmed, and genuinely seen - sometimes all in the same breath.
**Annette Santiago Reyes** Annette has a rare talent: she makes the way you communicate feel like a discovery, not a critique. A connection catalyst and culture strategist, she helps people understand why they show up the way they do, and how to bridge the gap between intention and impact. Whether you're navigating change, life’s challenges, or simply trying to better understand yourself and others. Annette gives you the language and the lens to get there.
**Elizabeth Wangugi** Creator of The Nap Concert and the RESTOR™ framework, Elizabeth is here to tell you that rest is not a reward - it’s a strategy. Rooted in neuroscience and restorative practice, her work helps high-achievers stop running on fumes and start leading from a place of actual capacity. If your calendar is full and your tank is empty, Elizabeth might be the most important person you hear from at Confidence Lab.
**Stephanie Andrews** Founder of Social Black Butterfly Training & Consulting, Stephanie knows what it takes to lead through complexity because she’s done it across social services, healthcare, and operations. She specializes in succession strategy and leadership development, equipping leaders to build trust, navigate the hard moments, and leave something worth inheriting. Stephanie doesn’t just develop leaders. She develops the kind of leaders people actually want to follow.
**Lillian Morales-Laster** SVP Human Resources Director at United Midwest Savings Bank and Executive Director of the Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy (ELLA). Lillian has spent her career combining her passion for equity and inclusion with her experience in human resources to lead teams and organizations in the development of supportive work environments. She leads with a vision of ensuring Latinas' voices are included in crucial decision-making processes, because for Lillian, ELLA is more than just a program. It's a vibrant community of hermanas supporting and uplifting each other as they navigate their paths to leadership. A Columbus Business First Community Champion and Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan, her commitment to empowering others shows up everywhere she goes.
**Rachyl Kershaw** Founder of Greater Columbus Consulting and the architect behind the Confidence Lab Annual Summit, Rachyl has a gift for cutting through the noise, helping high-achievers stop performing success and start living it. She asks the questions most people are afraid to, creates space for honest reckoning, and somehow makes the hard work feel energizing. If you’ve ever wondered why doing everything right still feels like something’s missing, you’re in exactly the right room.
**Why Confidence Lab?**
Confidence is the foundation for success in every area of life. Whether you’re navigating a career change, launching a business, or striving for personal growth, building your confidence is the key to unlocking your higher purpose. This is your chance to invest in yourself and start living boldly.
**Join Us on May 4**
Confidence Lab is more than just an event - it’s a movement. Step into your power, embrace your potential, and make this the year you thrive. Secure your spot today and take the first step toward a more confident YOU.
Cost should never be a barrier to growth. If you'd like to request a complimentary community ticket, reach out to us at [hello@confidencelab.org](hello@confidencelab.org), no explanation needed.
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