Interview Prep Los Angeles

Caltech Toastmasters

We are an open and inclusive Toastmasters club welcoming Caltech faculty, students, staff, and community members worldwide. Conquer your fear of Public Speaking! Leadership training, self-confidence building, personal growth and development, social and business networking, fun! This club is open to all interested parties and we encourage you to check us out! We meet **every Thursday noon pacific time** via **zoom**. Email [vppr-1010248@toastmastersclubs.org](mailto:vppr-1010248@toastmastersclubs.org) for the meeting link. Visit our website: [https://caltechtoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/](https://caltechtoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/)

Black Women's Network Monthly Business Entrepreneur Social Meeting

**BWN's Next Meetup** Please see our website for meeting details. Meetings are in-person location details are on our website: Www.blackwomensnetwork.net Location: TBD - See Website [www.blackwomensnetwork.net](www.blackwomensnetwork.net) Each meeting provides an opportunity to Spotlight your BUSINESS and Networking to connect with potential Supporters, Teammates, Coaches, and New Sister-friends. Since March 1979, [BWN] Black Women's Network has been a beacon in the greater Los Angeles metropolitan business community that unites and welcomes black women in particular however, other urban professionals are welcome to participate. BWN supports by offering inspiring networking, volunteering and mentoring opportunities to support black female business, career and professional development. All who support the mission of uplifting, growing and developing the life experiences, careers and community of black women and girls are welcome. [)

In Person and ON ZOOM! Whatever you wish!!

Isn't it TIME for you to try something new? Something that can improve your confidence and possibly change your life? There's a reason Toastmasters has survived for 100 years and become a world-wide organization. Attend a meeting and see why! Come in person OR join via Zoom. https://commonspace.toastmastersclubs.org

Fit4Baby Prenatal FREE Class!

The Say-Do Gap: Why Execution Breaks Down—and How to Fix It

Join us for a candid and highly practical session with Dr. Dmitri Kossakovski, an engineering and business leader who has spent his career working in environments where execution failure isn’t just costly—it can derail products, delay critical systems, and cost companies their competitive edge. From NASA/JPL to Fortune 500 companies to venture-backed startups, Dmitri has operated at the intersection of deep technology and real-world delivery across domains including automotive, medtech, sensors, and advanced materials. And across all of these environments, he kept seeing the same pattern: Teams that look productive on paper—but quietly drift off course week after week. Plans are made. Status updates are shared. Progress appears to be happening. But underneath it all, the gap between what’s said and what actually gets done continues to widen. Instead of accepting this as the norm, Dmitri began tracking that gap. What started as a simple weekly habit—recording what was planned, what actually happened, and what comes next—evolved into a lightweight system he now calls the “Say-Do Gap,” and a tool he describes as a “Project Reality Ledger.” In this session, Dr. Kossakovski will break down the methodology behind the Say-Do approach, explain why simple tracking habits often outperform complex project management systems, and share what he learned building a product on nights and weekends while leading high-stakes R&D organizations. This is not a talk about theory—it’s a practical framework for anyone who wants to execute more effectively in the real world. Whether you’re leading a team, building a company, or simply trying to execute more effectively in your own work, you’ll walk away with a practical approach you can apply immediately. *** ## **About the Speaker** Dr. Dmitri Kossakovski works at the intersection of deep technology and strategic business development, with over 20 years of experience spanning R&D leadership, technology partnerships, licensing, and M&A. He holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry from Caltech and an MS in Applied Physics from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, along with an Executive MBA from the Drucker School. His career spans NASA/JPL, Fortune 500 companies, and venture-backed startups across domains including semiconductor materials, advanced coatings, thermal systems, sensors, and medical devices. On the business side, he has negotiated more than 25 transactions—including licensing agreements, research partnerships, and M&A—with organizations such as MIT, KAIST, Kyocera, Infineon, the DOE, and DARPA. He co-founded Pacific Scanning Corp (acquired by Agilent Technologies) and was part of the leadership team behind a successful exit at iGlass Technology. He currently contributes to strategic investment initiatives in medical innovation and serves on the boards of multiple startups. He is the author of 30+ U.S. patents.

Fit4Baby Prenatal Class

Whittier WordCrafters Toastmasters Club

**Build Confidence. Improve Communication. Develop Leadership.** Looking to become a more effective speaker, presenter, or leader? Join us for a Toastmasters meeting where you'll practice communication skills, receive constructive feedback, and grow in a supportive environment. Whether you're preparing for career advancement, leadership opportunities, interviews, presentations, or simply want to feel more confident speaking in front of others, our club provides a welcoming space to learn and improve at your own pace. Guests are always welcome. Come see how Toastmasters can help you strengthen your communication and leadership skills while connecting with a community of motivated and supportive individuals. We meet **every Friday at** **7:15 AM pacific time.** This is a **hybrid** meeting. **In-person:** Panera Bread-12531 Imperial Hwy., Norwalk CA 90650 **Online**: Email [vppr@whittierwordcrafters.com](mailto:vppr@whittierwordcrafters.com "mailto:vppr@whittierwordcrafters.com") for the zoom link.

Script Jam - Write a short screenplay in one hour! (FREE)

Join screenwriter and playwright Conor Kyle for a fun workshop that helps you sharpen your scenework skills in a supportive environment. Our instructor kicks things off with an inspiring prompt and helps everyone brainstorm your ideas for a dramatic scene. You will then write a complete scene in one hour, followed by a live table read and group critique session. Whether you’re an experienced writer or just starting out, you'll be surprised at what you can accomplish in a single session. Leave with a finished, workshopped short screenplay in your hands! ***About the Instructors:*** **Conor Kyle** has written for Shudder's Creepshow (2019) and placed twice in the Nicholl Fellowship with his scripts “Peter and the Wolves” (quarterfinals, also Launchpad top 10) and The Tube (semifinals). His screenplays have also been featured on the annual Hit List, Young & Hungry List, Spec Book, and on Tracking Board’s “Best Writers of the Year” booklet. Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory (Look for Conor in the building next door to the right of the Paramount) 2708 E Cesar E Chavez Ave #101, Los Angeles, CA 90033 - BHAC Parking Lot at 339 N Fickett St. This event is free and everyone is welcome! However, if you are able to volunteer or donate, it will go a long way to help make these classes possible! You can sign up on our website: [https://skillca.mp](https://skillca.mp)

Building Demand Forecasting with BigQuery ML

As businesses strive to stay ahead of market trends, predicting future demand is no longer optional, it's a competitive necessity. This hands-on workshop addresses the practical challenges of processing massive datasets and building predictive models. You will implement a time-series forecasting strategy using **BigQuery Machine Learning** to analyze historical patterns and predict future demand. Using the public NYC Citi Bike Trips dataset as our sandbox, you will learn how to: * **Explore and query** large-scale public datasets directly in BigQuery. * **Train a forecasting model** using the powerful ARIMA algorithm to handle parallel multi-item pipelines. * **Evaluate model performance** using key statistical metrics like AIC to ensure accuracy. * **Generate batch predictions** for the next 30 days of demand. Join us to learn how to combine SQL-based machine learning with deterministic data analytics to make your applications smarter, predictive, and data-driven. **Bring your laptop and be ready to build! Register [here](https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-culver-city-presents-building-demand-forecasting-with-bigquery-ml/)!**

ACTS Toastmasters Club 416

**Build confidence and become a more effective communicator!** Join us for a Toastmasters meeting and discover a supportive environment where you can develop your public speaking and leadership skills, strengthen your self-confidence, and grow both personally and professionally. Whether you're looking to improve presentations, speak more comfortably in groups, or enhance your leadership abilities, you'll find encouragement, practical experience, and constructive feedback every step of the way. Connect with a welcoming community, learn from fellow members, and enjoy valuable networking opportunities while having fun. Guests are always welcome, come see what Toastmasters can do for you! We meet every third Tuesday at 7:00 PM Pacific Time at [320 N. Halstead St., Pasadena, CA](https://www.google.com/maps/search/320+N.+Halstead+St.,+Pasadena,+CA?entry=gmail&source=g). This is a hybrid meeting, so you can join us in person or online. Email [mbendertm1@gmail.com](mailto:mbendertm1@gmail.com) for the virtual meeting link. **Visit our website anytime for more information -** [ACTS Club 416](https://acts.toastmastersclubs.org/).

Speak with Impact - Silicon Speech Toastmasters | In-Person

Do you have tech and business ideas you want to share confidently in meetings but feel nervous about public speaking or unsure of how to get your message across? At Silicon Speech, you’ll practice public speaking using proven techniques and insights. There’s no judgment—just space to grow and improve at your own pace. Email me if you have any questions chrismclement@gmail.com - we meet in the Hulu Community Center Room.

Fish&Bear SINGLES: The Most Interesting People You’ve Never Met-Burbank/Glendale

Singles are always welcome at Fish & Bear, but this event is specifically for single people. **The focus is on developing friendships at an event where being single is the norm.** We are starting this because some of our attendees said they came to us to be social and meet new people. They’d often spent time on dating apps, thinking that a romantic relationship would fulfill this need, but had found that approach lacking. Fish & Bear events are the most enjoyable way to meet new people. Mostly listening, you'll hear our similarities and our uniqueness. Both peaceful & invigorating. **[We post our events on multiple platforms. Please RSVP at [fishandbear.net](http://fishandbear.net/) if you'd prefer to pay on the night.]([https://fishandbear.net](https://fishandbear.net/))** A Truly Invigorating Social Event, Where people - often strangers - meet and tell stories. Nobody knows what story they are going to tell. It's time to truly connect again in the way that only sitting in real life, with real people, telling real-life stories can. Storytelling is the capability we have used to connect with one another and create the modern world. And yet, especially on social media, we have reduced storytelling to story-selling and mostly share opinions rather than real-life experiences. Our events are simple, timed, unprepared story prompts that help everyone who listens connect to our unique and yet relatable experiences. Often, the stories told are intensely funny, sometimes emotional, but always interesting. I call them games rather than exercises because they are fun and often frivolous, but there's no competition and no one loses - except those who don't attend! 😀 **Arrive before the start.** [No Stress Hydro-Gardens](https://maps.app.goo.gl/P5tUAQkbz2Sd8Hk87) We have a lovely room at the back of this hydroponics and exotic plant store for our use. Please arrive on time so that we can start promptly at 6 pm. **Let the Games begin.** We will start with a couple of simple story rounds for the storytellers. The first is almost always 'The Story of your name' because everyone is **the** world's expert in living their life with their name. **Break!** We host these events to encourage connection and community, so this break is there to keep it light and cheerful. So stretch your legs, or stand in line 🚽! **Part Two.** Now that we all know this evening's storytellers, it is time to play a couple more story games to complete the structured part of the event. **The End!** There's a little time to chat with your new friends while we clear up and reset the room.