Coffee Mornings Los Angeles

From Months to Days: How AI Is Rewriting Commercial Production

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how AI is transforming commercial production—and what it takes to build creative systems that actually perform. Jethro Rothe-Kushel is the Founder & CEO of Ritual Ads, a studio using AI to take brands from concept to finished commercial in days—not months—while improving performance through rapid iteration and real-time analytics. After more than 20 years producing major campaigns for brands like Google, Apple, and Amazon, Jethro saw firsthand how slow, expensive, and inefficient traditional production could be. Instead of accepting that model, he built something different. At Ritual Ads, the commercial production process is reimagined end-to-end—using AI to move from storyboard to finished spot in days, not months, while enabling faster iteration, real-time testing, and stronger performance. In this session, Jethro will break down how this approach works in practice, including: * How AI is compressing the timeline of commercial production * Why more iteration leads to better creative outcomes * What a modern “creative + performance” stack actually looks like * Lessons learned building and scaling a system designed for speed, consistency, and results This is a practical, real-world look at how advertising is evolving—and what builders, marketers, creatives, operators, and investors need to understand to stay ahead. *** ### **About the Speaker** Jethro Rothe-Kushel is the Founder & CEO of Ritual Ads, a studio using AI to take brands from concept to finished commercial with speed, precision, and measurable performance. He brings over 20 years of experience across film, television, and advertising, having produced major campaigns for leading brands including Apple, Netflix, American Express, Google, and Amazon. He is a former VP of the Producers Guild of America, representing thousands of top producers nationwide. Earlier in his career, Jethro documented the lives of people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles—work that contributed to major public funding efforts and long-term housing initiatives. That experience continues to inform his belief in storytelling as a force for real-world change. Today, he leads Ritual Ads at the intersection of AI and storytelling, helping brands move faster while staying authentic and effective. *** **Networking** Come early to connect with fellow founders, technologists, creatives, and community members. Friday Coffee Meetup is as much about the people in the room as it is about the conversation on stage.

Gluten Free Walk Club - Burbank

Join us for our next GF LA Walk Club, this time in Burbank! ☕️🚶‍♀️✨ We’ll meet at The Palm Coffee Bar before heading out on the Chandler Bikeway for an easy, accessible community walk. ✔ Flat, paved path ✔ Accessible restrooms ✔ Easy parking ✔ 1-hour walk ✔ Coffee to start, GF community throughout Bring a hat (limited shade!), bring a friend and come to connect. RSVP on Partiful:[https://partiful.com/e/D5rpn6ohi38q4gxzS00N?c=G5FhH6ZZ](https://partiful.com/e/D5rpn6ohi38q4gxzS00N?c=G5FhH6ZZ). See you May 9! Feel free to follow us at @celiacmeetupsla on Instagram.

Weekly Coffee & Cowork

Calling all remote workers, creatives, or entrepreneurs who want some time to work in community each week! Come on by Rock Coffee House on Thursday mornings. These times will still primarily be for getting work done, just alongside some neighbors that we can get to know a bit over time. Come on by and join us at the Communal Table. No fee to join; just please purchase a drink or food item from the cafe. There's tons of options—matcha, chai, fresh-brewed loose leaf tea, smoothies, pastries, and food (including vegetarian and gluten-friendly options). Looking forward to having you join us!

Saturday Morning “Coffee and Art” Meetup - Personal Project Theme

Hello everyone, It's been a while since our last meetup, so let's catch up! I wanted to let you know we will be having our next meetup on May 23rd. The meetup will be at Memory Look, a cozy coffee spot in Koreatown with open-air seating in the back. There’s free parking available behind the cafe. Be sure to bring your drawing materials and a sketchbook for a relaxed and creative hangout. I hope to see you there, and feel free to message me if you have any questions. This meetup doesn’t have a specific theme, so feel free to focus on your personal project. You can use your phone to find reference images from Google or Pinterest to inspire your work. Any medium is welcome, whether it’s graphite, paint, or digital. **There will be a cap on this meetup** because of **limited space**; therefore, **RSVP early to reserve your spot**. We will meet **at the cafe at 9:30 am**. *Please don't RSVP for this meetup if you're not sure you can make it. The waitlist will be available, but the space is not guaranteed until someone cancels. Also, if a member has a pattern of no-shows after RSVPing, the member may be placed on the waitlist for future meetups.* Agenda 9:30 am - Meet at the backside of the coffee shop. 9:35 am - Meet and greet/make a name tag. 9:45 am - Draw and paint personal project (drawing, painting, or digital). 11:25 am - Take photos of your art. 11:30 - Depart or (Optional) Lunch with the group. Here are some options for lunch: Yama Sushi Marketplace, Wako Donkutsu, Lasung Tofu, Seoul Market Eatery, Koreatown Plaza, etc. Eric S.

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Friday Night Prayers | Worship • Word • Prayer 📍 – Brea, CA

Join us this Friday night for an intimate Prayer Night —a space set apart for worship, the Word, and unified prayer. This gathering is for anyone who wants to slow down, seek God together, and experience the power of coming into agreement as a community. Whether you come carrying burdens, gratitude, questions, or simply a desire to be in God’s presence, you are welcome here. We’ll spend the evening with: • 🙌 Live worship • 📖 A short, encouraging word • 🤍 Guided and open prayer • ☕ A warm, welcoming atmosphere “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” — Matthew 18:20 No pressure. No performance. Just real people coming together in faith. Come as you are. Bring a friend. Let’s pray together. 📍 Location: 2435 Imperial Hwy, Unit A Brea, CA 92821

Black Girls Love Coffee Shops Monthly Sip & Grind Meetup☕️

Teslas & Coffee!

Hello friends! We are cheerful and looking forward to seeing you on Saturday morning May 9th, from 9-11 AM. Some warm coffee will be provided while we talk all things Tesla. Come show off your cool wheels! Or just share being friends. Come by and join us for coffee and conversation. We want to see newcomers to Tesla as well as our special long-time friends! Drop by to see us! Let's make this a big turn-out including friends we haven't seen for awhile! We meet in the parking lot.

LA Brunch Social: Meet New Friends

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Los Angeles Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new brunch spots in your city, together. \* Curated brunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your brunch group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on Meetup.com is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Weekly Board Game Hang

Welcome back to our weekly Wednesday board game hang (previously as Nightcap Collective)! These gatherings exist to help you meet new people while doing something fun. Come on by between 6:30-9:30 pm and play from our collection, or bring your own favorites. We are no longer charging a cover but PLEASE buy food and/or a drink from our coffee bar so we can pay our bills 🙏 All skill levels and board game interests welcome - whether you're a beginner or advanced, looking for intense strategy or short, lighthearted games. We've got plenty of tables to group up by interest, meet your neighbor, and have a good time.

Little Tokyo Night at Far Bar🔥 LA × Japan Social + Dodgers Game

We’re bringing a good crowd to **Far Bar in Little Tokyo** — for a night that blends **LA energy, Japan vibes, and a social scene that actually moves**! Dodgers vs Angels will be on, but this isn’t about sitting and watching a game! It’s about being out —good music, drinks flowing, people talking, and that mix of cultures that makes LA feel like LA! And yeah — if Ohtani connects, the whole place goes up. **free sake shots every time Shohei Ohtani hits a home run! 🍶🔥** LA × 日本な夜。 🌴 **WHAT TO EXPECT** • A packed Little Tokyo bar atmosphere • A social, open crowd (not cliquey) • Music, drinks, and movement • Dodgers vs Angels playing in the background • A mix of locals, creatives, and people just out for a good night! 🌸 **VIBE** Not just the game. **LA × Japan, city nights, good people.** Even if you’re not into baseball — you’ll feel it! **📍 Far Bar** — Little Tokyo **⏰ Saturday, May 16 • 6:30 PM** Come through anytime 👋**Hosted by LA2JP 💙 LA x Japan Community** Come meet the LA2JP fam — easy, friendly, and open to everyone. はじめてでも大歓迎です！

Coffee With Me! - DTLA

**Coffee With Me!** Come out and join me (Kenisa Nunley) for a cup of coffee or tea; and have a lovely chat and as always in a beautiful setting. Have some girl time and a great conversation! Topics may include past blog discussions, newsletters, business, or whatever is on your mind, the sky is the limit. Choose from 3 locations and drop in! 📍 Venue: [Urth Caffe DTLA](https://gownsandgardens.com/so/c6PsOJkef/c?w=CIi7vlGBlUvHWxYEEN3pBYkTePyoxrq0VKRXzE9uLLo.eyJ1IjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudXJ0aGNhZmZlLmNvbS9kb3dudG93biIsInIiOiIxZDA2NWI3My1iZmY3LTRjYjctODJkMC03YTZkY2ZhODczYjQiLCJtIjoibWFpbCIsImMiOiIwMDAwMDAwMC0wMDAwLTAwMDAtMDAwMC0wMDAwMDAwMDAwMDAifQ) 459 S. Hewitt St., Los Angeles, CA 90013 📅 Dates and Times: Sunday, May 17th, 2pm -4pm ​ 🎫Ticket Price: Free! 🤝 Networking ​ 👗Dress Code: Cute and Trendy ​ ⏳ Duration: 2 Hours ​​ PARKING Free