Geek Culture

Utilisons l'**intelligence collective** au service de l'optimisation personnelle ! Notre ambition en tant que "Cercle des Humains Augmentés Réunis" est de **maximiser notre potentiel** dans une quête de performance individuelle. En partageant nos expériences et idées, forgeons une communauté pour nous tirer les uns les autres vers le haut et **passer à l'action** **!** **Déroulé du meetup :** **19h** ==> accueil des participants **19h15** ==> début des discussions, sur des sujets tels que : * Santé physique, nutrition et sommeil * Gestion du stress, énergie, discipline et motivation * Procrastination, prise de risque et concrétisation de projet * Trouver sa tribu, gestion des relations, intelligence sociale **21h** ==> Moment informel ("discussion anti Machine à café"), *sauf si les discussions sont trop passionnantes, dans quel cas on pourrait déborder...* **Pour nous trouver : à l'entrée sur la gauche.**

**Hello fellow otakus!** Time to swap the big screen for the microphone! 🎤 Otaku’s Guild is planning a **2‑hour karaoke session** at **Kokekokko**, a Japanese‑style karaoke bar with private rooms right in the heart of Paris. This will be a relaxed, fun evening where we can sing anime songs, J‑pop, game openings, or whatever else strikes the mood—no pressure, just good vibes in a private space. After the karaoke, those who feel like it can continue the evening with dinner at a nearby Japanese restaurant. **Event details:** * **What:** Private‑room karaoke session (+ optional dinner afterward) * **Where:** Kokekokko Karaoke Bar, Rue Sainte‑Anne * **When:** Monday, **April 6th** at **18:30** * **Duration:** \~2 hours of karaoke * **Cost:** 10 € per participant, to be paid to Mauno on site (cash or PayPal) **How it works:** We’ll meet directly at the venue a little before our reservation starts. Kokekokko offers drinks and snacks if you feel like it—but maybe don’t go too hard on those, so you can still fully enjoy the dinner afterward. 😉 The dinner is, of course, optional and will be decided based on interest. Whether you’re itching to belt out your favorite anime opening or want to ease in by cheering others on, this is the place to be! This event is all about singing together, laughing together, and creating a great group atmosphere — no judgment, no pressure, just shared geeking and collective fun. If this sounds like your kind of evening, don’t hesitate to sign up and join the chorus! **PS:** Also, if this sounds fun but you can’t make it this time, feel free to leave a comment. If there’s enough interest, we can definitely plan more karaoke sessions like this in the future! 🎤✨

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The Art&More Team**

Chaque lundi d'avril, plusieurs puzzles de toutes tailles t’attendent, du petit morceau au chef-d’œuvre final, pour que tu puisses t’amuser seul·e ou en groupe. Installe-toi, assemble les pièces et profite de l’ambiance pour partager un moment ludique avec d’autres passionné·es. Possible de commencer mais aussi de continuer un puzzle ! Avec ou sans inscriptions :)

Une après-midi jeux de société pour rencontrer de nouvelles personnes en ce jour férié ! Venez seul(e) ou en binôme et on formera des groupes sur place ! Prix d'entrée du café-jeux à 10 €, dont une boisson comprise et des jeux à volonté. ! Attention ! Nous réservons vos places jusqu'à 16h, ensuite ce sera uniquement en fonction de l'affluence au café. Par ailleurs, pensez à vous désinscrire si vous savez que vous ne venez pas, par respect pour nous et les participants en liste d'attente. Merci :)

* Zwischen 10 und 30 internationale Teilnehmer \* Wir treffen uns, um kulturellen Austausch zu fördern und Fremdsprachen zu üben. Heute Abend stehen Französisch oder Deutsch im Mittelpunkt! Um eine freundliche und intime Atmosphäre zu gewährleisten, ist die Anzahl der Teilnehmer begrenzt. Die Veranstaltungsadresse wird nur mit Personen geteilt, die eine gültige Jahresmitgliedskarte besitzen. Durch den Beitritt zu unserer Vereinigung erhalten Sie außerdem einen kleinen Trick, um die Teilnehmerzahl zu überprüfen. Die Mitgliedskarte bietet eine besondere Funktion: Wählen Sie eine Aufklebernummer, um nach Gesprächen mit anderen Gruppenmitgliedern einen kostenlosen Shot an der Bar zu erhalten. **Kartenkosten**: 5€ (hier erhältlich). ⬇️ https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html * Between 10 and 30 international participants \* We gather to promote cultural exchanges and practice foreign languages. Tonight, it’s all about French or German! For a friendly and intimate atmosphere, the number of participants is limited. The event address will only be shared with those who have a valid annual membership card. By joining our association, you’ll also receive a little tip to check the number of participants. The membership card comes with a perk: choose a sticker number to get a free shot at the bar after chatting with other group members. Ticket price: €5 (available here). ⬇️ https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html

Springtime is here and wow do I want a quiz to cherry my top! See you at the mothership [McBride's](https://www.corcoransirishpubs.fr/ch%C3%A2telet-mcbrides) with Quizmaster Garry for your weekly dose of quiz! Our quiz night will consist of 4 rounds of trivia on a wide variety of topics, movies and TV, pop culture, geography, fashion, and anything strange and peculiar that comes through the mind of your host! The quiz night is presented in French AND English, because we simply must. The quiz is played in teams of 5 people max, with prizes to win for the top teams and the best team name. You can come with your mates (please let us know how many when you sign up, and we’ll book a table in your name) or come on your own and we’ll match you with other quizzers. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to send us a message here. If you are curious about our other projects,[ we have a trivia podcast!](https://pod.link/1503202147/episode/040273c20c130320d5c85cfbe23b6ecc)[ ](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress) [Click here for all our updates!](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress) See you very soon! The PQM team

BALA Language Exchange Club Hanfu Culture Night in Paris ✨ Theme of the Week: Introduction to Hanfu Culture & Free Try-On Experience Experience the beauty of Hanfu and discover the elegance of traditional Chinese culture in Paris. Join us for an immersive cultural evening filled with international exchange and meaningful connections. What to expect: • Introduction to Hanfu culture and its historical significance • Free Hanfu try-on experience • International language exchange in a friendly and welcoming environment • Meet new friends from around the world 👤 Special Guest: Davy MONG 🌐 No need to worry about language barriers This event is supported by AI real-time translation devices, enabling smooth multilingual communication for all participants. Special thanks to InnAIO France for sponsoring the translation equipment. 📍 Location Tang Tea Salon de thé 6 Rue du Château d'Eau, 75010 Paris 🕖 Time 19:00 – 21:00 📅 Date Wednesday, February 25, 2026 🎟 Free Entry 🥤 Participants registered through BALA Language Exchange Club will enjoy exclusive discounts at the venue 📡 If you are unable to attend in person, you are welcome to join the live stream on Wednesday evening: https://www.instagram.com/bala.chinese

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The Art&More Team**

Our polyglot Meetup in Paris is back 🤗✨ 🇫🇷🇨🇳🇬🇧🇮🇩🇩🇪🇳🇱🇨🇦... We'll be organising our Meetup next Friday at 7:30 PM. ⭕️ Seats reserved only for participants that did they reservations online. *** Our Meetup is for all expats and French speakers as well who are currently in Paris and who want to do a language exchange (For all languages but overall conversation will be held in English 🇬🇧 or French🇫🇷). The objective is to learn foreign languages, meeting new people from different countries and also sharing experiences in Paris at the same time. There is no specific theme for this Meetup, so you just come, present yourself and talk ! 😊 ⭕️There will be a participation fee of 4€, EXCLUDE DRINKS. Payments on spot. Please confirm your attendance to the host

Join Indian-American author, polyglot, and traveller Kiran Bhat as he comes to Paris to launch his multilingual and multinational writing. Kiran has been to over 177 countries and writes in six of the twelve languages he practices. He will be presenting on his poetry book, Speaking in Tongues, which compiles writing in three different languages, and speak about how living in different countries and traveling inspires his literary work. 🗓️ MARDI 7 AVRIL de 18H à 20H 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔴 entrée = 1 boisson 🌐 visit www.thedissidentclub.org for more information

**FR** : **Bienvenue à tous et toutes !** Envie de pratiquer des langues et de rencontrer des personnes du monde entier ? Rejoignez-nous tous les mardis, jeudis et samedis de 20h à minuit au Denfert Café ! Nos soirées sont ouvertes à tous, quel que soit votre niveau. Ici, pas de pression : vous pouvez venir simplement pour échanger, découvrir de nouvelles cultures et passer un bon moment. À votre arrivée, un hôte vous accueillera et vous expliquera le fonctionnement de la soirée. Vous recevrez une étiquette avec votre prénom (ou pseudo) et les langues/cultures qui vous intéressent — même si vous débutez ! Ce qui compte pour nous, c’est votre curiosité, votre ouverture d’esprit et votre envie de partager. 💡 Participation : 1,5€ pour soutenir l’organisation 🍹 Merci de prendre au moins une consommation au bar Au plaisir de vous rencontrer ! *** **EN : Welcome everyone!** Looking to practice languages and meet people from all over the world? Join us every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8 pm to midnight at Denfert Café! Our events are open to everyone, no matter your level. No pressure here — just come to chat, discover new cultures, and enjoy the evening. When you arrive, a host will welcome you and explain how everything works. You’ll get a name tag with your name (or nickname) and the languages/cultures you’re interested in — even if you're a beginner! What matters most to us is your curiosity, open-mindedness, and willingness to share. 💡 Participation fee: €1.50 to help cover organization costs 🍹 Please remember to order at least one drink at the bar Looking forward to meeting you!

🟡🟡🟡 FRANÇAIS 🟡🟡🟡 (⬇🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢⬇) Si tu aimes MARCHER 👟 , prendre des PHOTOS 📸 et faire de nouvelles RENCONTRES 💬, rejoins-nous ! 😊 ✅ GRATUIT ✅ ☀ OUVERT A TOUS 20-39 ans ☀ 🔥 places limitées 🔥 Principe : BALADE PHOTO avec thème. Et pour notre 160ème édition, le thème sera 🤩 LiGHT PAiNTiNG in Paris by night ✨ Durant cette sortie photo nous nous essayerons à plusieurs techniques de light painting 🤩 et créerons ensemble des œuvres lumineuses avec différents arrière-plans de Paris ✨ Viens essayer / viens pratiquer en groupe ! MEETUP CRÉATIF ET COLLABORATIF ! 😊 EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE à tout niveau ! 🔥 IMPORTANT 🔥 **► MATERIEL à emmener par chaque participant :** * **ton appareil photo (avec possibilité de choisir manuellement des vitesses d'obturation longues** = MODE MANUEL nécessaire) * **un trépied** (fortement recommandé, voire indispensable) * **AU MOINS 2 SOURCES DE LUMIERE** (voir exemples ci-dessous), c’est mieux d’en emmener plusieurs pour différents effets 😍 (en option : serviettes papier de couleur + bandes élastiques, ou bouchons de couleur + ruban adhésif) * **s'habiller en noir ou en couleur très sombre de la tête aux pieds** afin de NE PAS apparaître sur les photos en dessinant avec la lumière 😉 ► EXEMPLES DE SOURCES DE LUMIÈRE : lampes de poche, smartphones/iPads, néons, guirlandes, fils électroluminescents, cierges magiques, flashs, lasers, jouets lumineux (tels que des épées lumineuses de style Star-Wars), … tout ce qui émet de la lumière :) (Si tu n'as jamais essayé le light painting auparavant, pas de soucis ! Viens apprendre 😊) Nous commencerons d'abord par des formes simples et prendrons le temps d'ajuster les paramètres appareil photo, puis nous partagerons des idées et nos sources de lumière pour créer ensemble des motifs plus élaborés 😊 (Ce meetup (GRATUIT) est organisé en partenariat avec Free Photo Walks Paris) Nouveau/nouvelle à Paris ? Expat ? Français d'un des « 6 coins » de l’Hexagone ou des DOM-TOM ? Parisien ? Erasmus ? Etudiant? Nomad-worker? Aupair? Long-term resident? Touriste? …. tu as entre 20-39 ans? Oui?! Tu veux faire de nouvelles rencontres? Oui?! Alooors ! N'hésite pas ! Viiiens ! 📸👋💬😍☀😊 N'hésite pas à venir seul ou avec des amis. Toute personne intéressée par cette sortie est la bienvenue 😊 📍 RDV à 20h00 (nous attendrons 5-10 minutes (maximum) avant de commencer 😊 ) A très vite pour de nouvelles découvertes, rencontres et partager une passion commune 😊 🔥 MEETUP UNIQUE en 2026 🔥 places limitées 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 👉 QUELQUES RÈGLES ET PRINCIPES 👍 Pour que la sortie se déroule dans des conditions optimales du début à la fin : * Patience et respect les uns envers les autres (⚠ à ne pas vous gêner durant les prises de vue, ne pas bousculer par mégarde…) * Donnez-vous le temps de réfléchir au cadrage, ajuster les paramètres caméra, prendre des photos… :) ☝️ RECOMMANDATIONS ☝️ BOUTEILLE D'EAU + VETEMENTS CHAUDS + BONNES CHAUSSURES pour marcher confortablement 😊 😊 OBJECTIFS 🤩 * MARCHER (c’est bon pour la santé) * FAIRE DE NOUVELLES DECOUVERTES (c’est bon pour l’esprit) * PRENDRE DES PHOTOS (tous niveaux, tous appareils : caméra, smartphone) * FAIRE DE NOUVELLES RECONTRES AMICALES pour passer une soirée mémorable ensemble :) ⛅ PRÉVISIONS MÉTÉO ☀ Si la veille du meetup les prévisions méteo indiquent : ☀⛅☁🌦 : meetup maintenu :) 🌧🌩 : meetup annulé/reporté. (Si annulé/reporté, vous serez averti par email la veille de la sortie, vers 22h) 🔥 Places limitées : 15-20 participants 🔥 (pour réussir à rester groupés) Bloque vite ta place! mais n'oublie pas de la libérer 48h avant l'event si tu penses avoir un imprévu ou coup de mou, afin de permettre à qqn de 100% sûr de venir de pouvoir participer ! Une désinscription la veille tard ou le jour J est inutile et te vaudra la perte de priorité sur les futurs events en cas d'event complet et liste d'attente 👉 #tu t'inscris tu viens 😊 #soisprésent 😊 👉 objectif: 💯% de présences, rencontres & fun 😂 A très vite pour partager un moment de convivialité ensemble et faire de nouvelles rencontres 😊 Si ce n'est pas cette fois, au plaisir de se rencontrer une prochaine fois 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢 ✅ FREE MEETUP ✅ ☀ OPEN TO ALL 20-39 yo ☀ 🔥 limited spots 🔥 Event description in English here (due to limited number of words 😅) : https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/FreePhotoWalksParis/ (French & English spoken during the photo walk 😊)

Join us on **April 8, 2026** at our Paris office for an evening at the intersection of data, AI, and public health, from making tap water quality transparent to every French citizen, to reimagining what clinical care looks like in 2030. Two speakers. Two projects. One shared conviction: complex data, in the right hands, changes lives. *** **6:30 – 7:15 pm \| Jérémy Greze\, Freelance Product × Data × Dev** **44 Volunteers, 10 GB of Open Data, 650K Visitors, and a Question in Parliament** *In October 2025, [dansmoneau.fr](http://dansmoneau.fr) went live — a site where any French citizen can check exactly what's in their tap water. Within days it was featured on the front page of Le Monde, with prime time TV coverage, and a question raised in Parliament. Budget: zero.* *Behind it were 10 GB of open government data, 44 volunteers from Data For Good, and the scientific expertise of Générations Futures. The data had always been there — public, collected monthly by health authorities — just buried and impossible to use. They made it accessible.* *This talk is the technical story of how they achieved this by designing the data pipeline, discovering that 10 GB is actually small data with the right tools, and rendering 24,000 water zones on an interactive map without crashing the browser. And if time allows — what the data actually reveals about PFAS, pesticides, nitrates, VCM, and perchlorate across France.* *** **7:15 – 8:00 pm \| Li\-Heng Fu\, Senior AI Solution Engineer\, Health & Life Sciences — Dataiku** **Building the Future of Care: Clinical AI in 2030** *"There are decades where nothing happens, and there are weeks when decades happen."* For decades, healthcare was a fortress of inertia — guarded by data privacy constraints, rigid workflows, and high-stakes accountability. Those walls are coming down. Not just because of technology, but because of the clinicians and builders choosing to lead the charge. Drawing on the latest Stanford ARISE AI research and emerging industry breakthroughs, Li-Heng will trace the shift from experimental benchmarks to real bedside applications — exploring the rise of multimodal diagnostic agents, ambient scribing, and autonomous healthcare assistants. The session closes with a harder question: as AI reshapes healthcare by 2030, what kind of patient-doctor relationship are we actually trying to build? *** The talks will be followed by open discussion and networking. Come ready to ask questions. *8 - 10PM: Meet & greet with drinks* ***Dataiku will only use your personal information to provide the product or service you requested and contact you with related content that may interest you. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time. For more information on unsubscribing and how we protect and respect your privacy, check out our [Privacy Policy.](https://www.dataiku.com/legal/privacy/)***

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

Have you always wanted to check out a rave… but didn’t know where to start? This is your chance. Whether you're a seasoned headbanger or completely new, we’d love to have you out. On April 11, Jessica Audiffred is taking over Otherworld — and this is *not* your typical venue. It’s a massive immersive art space filled with surreal rooms, hidden passages, and interactive exhibits… and for this show, almost all of it is open. So you’re not just going to a concert — you’re stepping into an environment: 🎧 A high-energy bass set that you *feel* 🌀 A labyrinth of trippy, explorable art spaces 👯‍♂️ A group to go with so you’re not figuring it out alone You can lose yourself in the crowd, disappear into another room, find something completely unexpected, and then come back right as the drop hits. No pressure, no “right way” to do it — just explore, move, and take it in at your own pace. 📍 Otherworld, Columbus 🗓 April 11 🕙 Doors open at 10:15 PM (music does not start in the exhibit space until 10:30 PM.) If you’ve been even a little curious about what this scene is like, this is one of the most unique ways to experience it. RSVP if you’re in 👇 There’s no cost to attend with the group—just the event ticket for Otherworld. Tickets are $40, plus some fees 🙄. You can use code "BassBuds" or "Bangers" for $5 off, which makes it \~$43 out the door. 🔗 [https://otherworld.ticketspice.com/jessica-audiffred](https://otherworld.ticketspice.com/jessica-audiffred) This is being posted to Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection. Please only RSVP to one group.

☀️ **Shake Off the Winter Chill** **\- Bowl With Us\! 20% off for NEW bowlers\!** Our 6-week spring social bowling league starts in **April** \- trade social hibernation for strikes\, beers\, and new friends\! Whether you're looking to unwind after work\, meet new people\, or just have a fun night out with pals\, this league is perfect for everyone\! Chill times\, cold drinks\, and plenty of chances to connect with others\. No matter your skill level\, this league is all about having fun and meeting new friends\. **;)** **🗓 Thursday evenings \|📍 AMF Sawmill Lanes \| 💵 $79 *(while Early Bird is active)*** **🚨NEW to the league??** Use discount code (**MU2P26**) for 20% off - $63.20 *during Early Bird* **💻 League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling **Why Join?** 🎉 It’s only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan 🍻 Great mix of people in their 20s-40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar 🎳 Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome! 👕 Free league shirt if you sign up early 🧠 Weekly trivia w/ prizes 💬 Super social - join solo or w/ friends! **Want in?** Join our Meetup team Gutter Dusters 👉 **Click here to join** https://tinyurl.com/23auxkaq Or start a team of your own with a few friends - we’ll all be hanging out either way! 📅 League Dates (Thursday evenings): April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21 ***(The MeetUp event date is deadline to register for the league.)*** **Cost & What’s Included:** ✔ $79 Early Bird registration - **NEW bowler?? Get 20% off with code: MU2P26** ✔ 6 weeks of bowling (1–3 games/week) ✔ Shoe rentals & full league setup ✔ Trivia, prizes, and great people 👉 **SIGN UP NOW** 💻League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling 🤑Use promo code MU2P26 to save 20% 📸 Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG 📩 Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7 Spots are filling fast – don’t miss out on the fun times!

**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception** Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory. For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy. She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps). Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way. **About Our Speaker** Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)