Executive Coaching San Francisco

Protecting Your Creativity While Running a Small Business

Creativity coach Felicia Forte offers an informal group coaching session on maintaining creativity while running your own creative small business. Chocolate and beverages will be served. Felicia attended the Art Students League of New York in 2006, moving next to San Francisco, Ca where she began her career as a fine artist and private instructor of painting. She has exhibited in shows internationally including The BP Portrait Award for which she was awarded second prize. She has been featured in podcasts and publications including The Huffington Post, Dazed Magazine and Artists & Illustrators Magazine UK. Felicia is a highly sought after teacher who has collaborated with museums, schools and workshops all over the globe. She currently maintains a studio practice in San Francisco, CA, holding classes in painting technique and offering coaching online to private students. **MeetUp RSVP does not guarantee registration for SFPL in person programs.**

When Speed Isn't Enough: Strategy for Product Leaders

***Special Thanks*** *to our generous **Sponsor**:* * **[Productboard](https://www.productboard.com/product/spark/)**: Turn customer insights into strategic clarity and ship what matters most with **[Spark](https://www.productboard.com/product/spark/)**, Productboard's new agentic platform. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀─────────────────────── AI is making software **faster and easier to build than ever**. But the companies pulling ahead aren't the ones adding chatbots - they're rethinking their business models entirely. Abundance reshapes product work more than scarcity ever did. Intercom moved to outcome-based pricing and grew $100M+ in ARR. Kive scrapped its entire product category and rebuilt around generative AI. Both succeeded at the strategy layer, not the feature layer. When teams can execute faster than ever, **strategic clarity is what separates velocity from wasted motion**. This session is for product leaders ready to stop asking "where do we add AI?" and start asking "which problems are worth solving now?" **Key Takeaways** 1. Why lower-cost software creates more demand — not less work 2. How to apply AI at the strategy level, not just the backlog 3. How to recognize when AI changes your business model — not just your tools 4. Techniques for maintaining strategic clarity when execution outpaces direction ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀─────────────────────── **Schedule** 6:00-6:30 PM — Doors, Food, Drinks, & Networking 6:30-6:45 PM — 15-minute lightning talk on **Spark**, **Productboard's** agentic platform, that takes product managers from customer insight to delivery-ready spec faster than ever, including a live walkthrough. 6:30-6:50 PM — ProductTank and Martin Eriksson Introduction 6:50-7:35 PM — Martin Eriksson Presentation 7:35-8:00 PM — Q&A 8:00-8:30 PM — Networking & **Spark** demos

Security Detection Engineering meetup

An Authentic, Trusting & Powerful Men's Circle

Many of us arrive at MDI looking for something. At this point in our lives we have had several challenges. Some that have made us better, some that have rocked the foundation of everything we know and experience in our daily lives. We have felt isolated, alone, burdened, broken even. I was unsure that anything outside of me could hold solutions, or that it was possible for me to learn new ways of being that would connect me with other men-that I could find a place where I could develop into mature masculinity to be able to not only solve some of my problems, but learn how to lead teams of men. This begs a question: How is the world better off with Mature Masculine Leadership, and what is in it for me? Here are a few answers. If your interest is peaked, consider reaching out to us, claim your future... The world is significantly better off with **Mature Masculine Leaders** because such leadership brings a balanced, grounded, and principled approach to power, responsibility, and service. Here's how this benefits society: Mature masculine leaders typically embody **emotional regulation, self-mastery, and integrity**. This creates more stable governments, organizations, and families. These leaders don’t react impulsively or let ego drive decisions—they respond with clarity, long-term thinking, and accountability. *They become anchors in chaos.* The benefit to the world is **transformational**. Mature masculine leaders don't just govern—they **mentor, stabilize, and serve**. Their presence often leads to safer societies, stronger institutions, healthier families, and more cohesive communities. When men lead from maturity, not insecurity or domination, **everyone—regardless of gender—thrives.** Mentor Discover Inspire (MDI) is an international men's organization. You can also [visit our website ](https://www.mentordiscoverinspire.org/) to find out more about us. There is a form there which can help find an MDI Team in your area. If you fill out the form we will get back to you about starting the process of joining an MDI Team.

25% OFF: Career Transition Conference: Design Your Future Career With AI + Web3

There are many groups promoting this event. Our meetup group is participating by promoting this event. This event is organized by Albert's List. This is an online and in-person event. Attendees can be located anywhere in the world or attend live in San Francisco! Our Meetup members get 25% OFF with Code IPO In order to attend, please register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/career-transition-conference-design-your-future-career-with-ai-web3-tickets-1984594145513?discount=IPO&keep_tld=true](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/career-transition-conference-design-your-future-career-with-ai-web3-tickets-1984594145513?discount=IPO&keep_tld=true) Get ahead in your career and job search with AI and Web3. The workplace is transforming fast! AI tools, autonomous agents, and web3 technologies are reshaping how jobs are found, tasks are performed, and careers evolve. Whether you're actively job hunting or simply exploring what’s next, this free conference will give you the clarity, tools, and insight to take your next steps with confidence. Join us in Union Square for an evening of curated talks and live conversations with founders, recruiters, thought leaders, and developers on the cutting edge of web3 and AI. What You'll Learn:  How to use AI for career search in a way personalized to you and your goals (practical AI tools, not theory)  How to make a bridge between personality and career strategy, and strategically position yourself in the job market  How to network strategically  What recruiters are really thinking when it comes to using AI for your job search and in your job  Industry insider perspectives on talent acquisition in the AI era  How to "vibe code" your way to career success Who Should Attend? * Job seekers, career changers, and gig workers exploring Web3 or AI work * Developers, marketers, designers, and operations professionals curious about new platforms * Recent grads or professionals looking to future-proof their careers * Educators, workforce development leaders, and HR professionals

Doubles Beach Volleyball - (Saturday @10am)

Golden Gate Toastmaster Weekly Meeting

# **Golden Gate Toastmasters meets every Wednesday from 6-8 pm at the 235 Montgomery St in the SF Chamber of Commerce’s boardroom (7th floor), right in Downtown San Francisco.** # **RSVP here or fill out the contact form on our website to ask for any additional details.**

Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups

Come Meet Entrepreneurs Who Eat Problems For Breakfast At a Bootstrappers Breakfast® we have serious conversations about growing a business based on internal cash flow and organic profit: this is for founders who are actively bootstrapping a startup. The other attendees will all be in startups. It will be a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers. NOTE: We start with round-the-table introductions, so be on-time so you don't miss that! For more information about the group - visit bootstrappersbreakfast.com (http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com/)

Townsend Toastmasters open club meeting

***Due to the coronavirus concerns we are hosting our meetings VIRTUALLY via a Zoom video conference until further notice.*** We are an open Toastmasters club that provides a warm, welcoming environment to improve your speaking skills. We have members from several companies around the area and everyone is welcome to join us. As a guest, if you feel like it, you are welcome to participate in our Table Topics™ segment, and give a short impromptu 2-minute response to a random question or topic. You can find out more about Townsend Toastmasters at https://www.townsendtoastmasters.com/ Request a free visit here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc322r0S0LooI4mizx4sAGUs1tlTjoc2ZXimTKr-OnbM95T5g/viewform

JOIN US IN PERSON OR ON ZOOM TO BUILD YOUR COMMUNICATION SKILLS

We have a hybrid meeting each and every Wednesday morning starting at 7:15am. Join us for an action-packed hour of fun and learning. If you want to attend via Zoom, please contact the meeting Organizer, Janice for the link At a typical meeting, we have 2-3 prepared speeches from members. Speakers get candid, constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement. We will also practice answering impromptu questions during the Table Topics section of our meeting. Ever been tongue-tied when your boss asked you a question in a meeting? Table topics is a great way to practice the skills of thinking and speaking on the fly. Great conversations happen after the meeting too! Join members for breakfast after the meeting, if you have the time.

Scaling Bridges: Real Stories of Business Growth

San Francisco entrepreneurs share the real stories behind how their businesses evolved—through expansion, reinvention, and sometimes unexpected setbacks. Panelists reflect on the decisions, risks and opportunities that shaped their journeys, offering an honest look at what it means to grow a business while staying rooted in community. Moderated by **Cynthia Huie,** panelists explore how creativity, resilience and collaboration can help entrepreneurs scale new bridges toward the future.

Peninsula Toastmasters Club Meeting (in person and virtual)

We are now doing In person meetings on the 2nd Wednesday and virtual meetings on the 4th Wednesday starting at 7pm of every month! Please visit us in person or email peninsulatoastmasters2697@gmail.com for how to participate. Thanks & Best Regards, Denise Singh Club VP Public Relations Our club fosters a supportive and encouraging environment, plus we have fun! We're learning how to be better speakers and leaders.