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Fulfillment. Joy. – Do you know what it is? Do you feel it now? Many of us are living lives that have “just sort of happened”. We had a dream, a vision (maybe we still do) for what we wanted our lives to look like. Somewhere along the way, life took over and something else ended up happening. We made decisions, took a turn down a path, and now our life isn’t what we thought it would be. Or we’re living someone else’s life. Maybe it’s what our parent’s wanted for us. What we believe our partner or a potential partner might want. Or maybe it’s what we believe we need to do and have to be happy. I was one of these people. My life checked all the boxes for what I thought I needed in order to be happy. And still, I wasn’t. Join me for a coffee talk on what it means to live a Life By Design. Where your choices are deliberate and based on your authentic, true self. What you have to let go off to achieve this (hint: the notion that vulnerability is a weakness and feelings of fear and guilt) and who you will become in the process.

**RUN THE CITY. MEET THE WORLD.** We launched something new - and what a success it was! With up to 40 people we run beautiful routes through Copenhagen on our social runs - and you're invited to be part of the next edition and kick off the New Year full of energy. **DEAR WORLD RUNS** is for those who want to move, connect, and feel the city in motion. Whether you're a regular runner or just curious to join, this is your moment. 🏃‍♂️ **The Run** • Friendly but fun pace - we go easy on the first one, but with ambition • Approx. 5–6 km, accessible for most • You don’t need to be “fast” - just bring energy ☕ **The Vibe** • Post-run coffee/tea included & hangout at Nomad Day Bar in the 25hours hotel on beautiful Paper Island • Come solo or bring a friend - we’ll make it social • Led by the Dear World crew you can leave your belongings that you don’t want to take along the run with the venue which will secure it while we are gone. 📍**Where & When** Nomad Day Bar / 25hours Hotel Paper Island 🗓️ Tuesday every 2 weeks 🕙 18:00H sharp (meet from 17:45) **We run the city - join us.** Let’s make this the start of something that moves us all. #DWRuns #DearWorldCPH

**Co-working for writers in Amager!** Join us for an hour of focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in the area. We meet in this lovely spacious café, chilled out, usually not very busy at this time, with an on-site bakery of delicious pastries. Once everyone is here and settled, I will lead a quick introduction, and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. After the hour is up feel free to chat / take off / keep writing if you're on a roll. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers, and it can be a great way to learn from eachother. **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) **Practical Details:** WiFi name / password: Kasada / haveaniceday Travel / Parking info: Kasada is just a few minutes walk from Lergravsparken Metro Station. We will usually be at the (only) round table, with power outlets if you need one. Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

Join us for the January 2026 edition of **Cloud Native Copenhagen**, kindly hosted once again by **DR**. This meetup focuses on one of the most pressing challenges in modern Kubernetes platforms: **how to properly secure sensitive workloads and cluster data in cloud-native environments**. **Agenda** 16:30 Doors open, find a seat, network, enjoy 17:00 Welcome by the Cloud Native Copenhagen 17:05 Welcome by Danmarks Radio 17:15 Talk 1 - Unlocking Confidential Computing: An Introduction to Confidential Containers in Kubernetes 18:00 Break with food and drinks 18:45 Talk 2 - Talos KMS: Getting the Russian Doll out of your Cluster 19:30 Snacks, networking 20:00 Thank you for today Talk 1: **Unlocking Confidential Computing: An Introduction to Confidential Containers in Kubernetes** Speaker: Nino Martinez Wael from TDC Erhverv As organizations increasingly move sensitive workloads to the cloud, ensuring data confidentiality during execution has become a critical challenge. Confidential Containers (CoCo), a CNCF sandbox project, addresses this by integrating confidential computing principles into the cloud-native ecosystem. Leveraging Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) and hardware-backed security technologies such as Intel TDX, AMD SEV-SNP, and IBM Secure Execution, CoCo enables Kubernetes users to run containerized applications in isolated, attested environments—with few modifications to existing workflows. In this session, we’ll explore: What is Confidential Computing and why it matters? The architecture and trust model behind Confidential Containers. Key features: attestation, pod-centric design, and integration with Kata Containers. Use cases across regulated industries, AI/ML workloads, and multi-tenant environments. A look at the ecosystem and roadmap, and how you can get started. Whether you’re a platform engineer, security architect, or cloud-native enthusiast, this talk will demystify confidential computing and show how CoCo brings stronger guarantees of data confidentiality, integrity, and code integrity to Kubernetes. Talk 2: **Talos KMS: Getting the Russian Doll out of your Cluster** Speaker: Anders Lantz from Eficode While Talos Linux provides robust security tools, features such as disk encryption are not enabled by default. Furthermore, the commonly used encryption settings often give a false sense of safety while leaving critical data exposed to attackers. In this session, we will have a brief overview of the Talos storage layout and then dig into the encryption functionality it offers. We will then examine why standard encryption methods often just "kick the problem down the road" and demonstrate a solution to truly secure your clusters storage.

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We are a group of people meeting on Tuesdays to socialize around cooking and eating together. Usually around 40-50 people. Many are international students, but also other people join. The foodclub exist independent of Meetup, we invite you because we have room for a few more people. The food is vegan and made from donated leftover veggies from a local greengrocery. The place has originally hosted leftwing activist groups, and many of the people joining are also involved in political groups. If you want to join for chopping and cooking, we will be doing that from 3 to 6 pm. It is possible to join part of the time. From 6 to 8pm we are serving food. Donation around 30 kroner. If you are helping out some hours, chopping, cooking or cleaning, you can eat for free. From 8 to 9 - 9:30 pm we are cleaning up the place. We hope to see you in our lovely foodclub <3

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Participation is free, but please [Click here to Register](https://forms.gle/k5WRL38FbyRUKpe9A) **Something to show? Fly on the wall?** Welcome to Startup Dojo where we celebrate all things startup \- by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs\. *Do you have an idea that you want to make real but don't know how to start? Do you have a project that has come to a standstill because you don't know how to take your next measurable step?* Present an idea or dilemma, contribute to problem solving or just listen in - network and learn about the Skåne and Greater Copenhagen Startup scene. If you are not ready to present and simply wish to network in the Malmö / Greater Copenhagen Startup ecosystem, that is great too! Your input to others is of huge value - everyone benefits. [Click here to Register](https://forms.gle/k5WRL38FbyRUKpe9A) ## Inspired by the Lean Startup model, you have the opportunity to: * **Build**: present and receive input on an idea at any level of development * **Measure**: get feedback from the participants (even if it is not Big Data) * **Learn**: take actionable steps with you to overcome challenges (there are always unexpected angles that can inform decisions). Participation is free of charge, there will be drinks and fantastic sandwiches. [Click here to Register](https://forms.gle/k5WRL38FbyRUKpe9A)

Hvis du har overvejet at starte en online forretning, skabe en sideindtægt eller fremtidssikre din indtjening, er print-on-demand en af ​​de mest tilgængelige måder at gøre det på – og de seneste fremskridt inden for AI har ændret, hvad der er muligt. Du behøver ikke længere at være kunstner, designer eller teknisk ekspert. Du behøver ikke lager, udstyr eller store opstartsomkostninger. Med den rigtige tilgang er det nu muligt at opbygge en professionel print-on-demand-virksomhed hjemmefra, mere effektivt end nogensinde. Denne live-session forklarer, hvordan print-on-demand rent faktisk fungerer i dag, og hvordan AI passer ind i processen på en praktisk og realistisk måde. \#\#\# Hvad Nigel vil afdække * Hvordan AI bruges til at skabe produktdesign og -lister * At finde nicher og søgeord med reel køberefterspørgsel * Hvorfor platforme som Etsy fortsat er en lavrisiko-måde at starte på * De praktiske trin fra idé til live onlinebutik Alt er forklaret tydeligt, med fokus på anvendelse i den virkelige verden – ikke hype eller teori. \#\#\# Om taleren Sessionen ledes af **Nigel Wymer**, en print-on-demand mentor med over 16 års praktisk e-handelserfaring og en langvarig profitabel historik på Etsy. Hans arbejde er også blevet anerkendt gennem hans engagement i Channel 4's Can You Make £10K in 10 Days?. Ingen behov for forudgående viden. Live online webinar - 29. januar **🕖 DK:** 20:00 CST / København **UK:** 7:00 pm GMT **US:** • 2:00 pm Eastern • 1:00 pm Central • 12:00 pm Mountain • 11:00 am Pacific **Vigtigt**: Du skal bruge dit unikke adgangslink til ZOOM (som du får, når du har tilmeldt dig via Meetup) for at deltage i livesessionen. Hav dette link ved hånden, og log på et par minutter før. English If you’ve been thinking about starting an online business, creating a side income, or future-proofing your earnings, print-on-demand is one of the most accessible ways to do it — and recent advances in AI have changed what’s possible. You no longer need to be an artist, designer, or technical expert. You don’t need stock, equipment, or large start-up costs. With the right approach, it’s now possible to build a professional print-on-demand business from home, more efficiently than ever. This live session explains **how print-on-demand actually works today**, and how AI fits into the process in a practical, realistic way. \#\#\# What Nigel will cover * How AI is used to create product designs and listings * Finding niches and keywords with real buyer demand * Why platforms like Etsy remain a low-risk way to start * The practical steps from idea to live online shop Everything is explained clearly, with a focus on real-world application — not hype or theory. \#\#\# About the speaker The session is led by **Nigel Wymer**, a print-on-demand mentor with over 16 years of hands-on e-commerce experience and a long-term profitable track record on Etsy. His work has also been recognised through his involvement in Channel 4’s *Can You Make £10K in 10 Days?*. No prior experience required. **Live Online Webinar – 29 January** **🕖 DK:** 20:00 CST / Copenhagen time **UK:** 7:00 pm GMT **US:** • 2:00 pm Eastern • 1:00 pm Central • 12:00 pm Mountain • 11:00 am Pacific **Important:** You’ll need your **unique access link** for ZOOM (which you get when when you register in Meetup) to join the live session. Please keep this handy and aim to join a few minutes early.

We're continuing with Saturday evening Football / soccer ⚽ The field is not booked and the event is for free 🆓 Usually the field is available at 6 PM, but if it's booked by a local club, we must move. Last minute sign-offs will be banned 🟥 for future games if it happens more than once and no reason is given. The game is for all levels, genders 👦👨 and people wanting to have fun. We keep it friendly and respectful. Everyone who can should bring a ball and a pump. Also don't forget to bring a black and a white T-shirt as we do not have bibs.

Speak to Lead Toastmasters helps people to improve their public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive and fun environment. No matter what your age, background, and level of confidence are, it is a place for you. If you are scared as hell of public speaking, then you should definitely come! If you are new to our club and would like to attend one of our club meetings, go to our [website](https://sites.google.com/view/speaktoleadtoastmasters) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/SpeaktoLeadToastmasters) / [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/speak-to-lead-toastmasters-copenhagen/) / [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/speaktolead.toastmasters/) pages for our current updates, send us a message on Messenger and see how our previous meetings have been. Email: speaktolead.membership@toastmasters.dk if you have any questions. Guests are welcome, ​and it is for free as a guest. If you find it interesting, you can later sign up as a member by paying a small monthly fee (non-profit). As a member, you will get access to online educational programs and manuals, will be able to give speeches, take on different roles, participate in contests and international conferences as well as befriend lots of cool people. We meet on Wednesdays from 18:00 at: **Kulturstationen Vanløse, Jernbane Allé 38, 2720 Vanløse.** The room​ is on the first floor. How to get there: 1\. Once you exit the Vanløse station turn 2\. towards the Burger King & Netto\, then 3\. On the left side is a white building with an elevator and staircase 4\. Go up to the first floor and use your CPR card to get in 5\. You will see the room with a Toastmasters sign Please note that the meeting is in English. In addition, the number of attendees on Meetup is not a representation of the number of people at the event. We are looking forward to​ seeing you!

**Dear Expat (or Dane!),** Networking isn’t just about exchanging business cards—it’s about **building meaningful connections** that help you grow, both personally and professionally. Whether you’re new to Copenhagen, a seasoned expat, or a local eager to expand your circle, this event is designed to help you **connect, share, and thrive**. Join us for an evening of: * **Purposeful networking:** Learn how to build and nurtigate relationships that matter, whether for career opportunities, friendship, or community support. * **Interactive activities:** Practice your elevator pitch, share your story, and discover common ground with like-minded individuals. * **Community building:** Meet people from diverse backgrounds, exchange experiences, and leave with new friends and contacts. This event is perfect for **expats, locals, and everyone in between**. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your enthusiasm for connecting. Let’s grow together! P.S.: we will be changing venue every other week (from Main Library on Thursdays to Nørrebro Library on Fridays), so please check event details. Looking forward to seeing you, **Maria Depesova** *Your Host & Community Builder*

Happy holidays and happy new year! The book club will not meet in December, but we will start the year with a classic of the spy genre: ["Rogue Male" by Geoffrey Household](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/102066.Rogue_Male) Synopsis: Rogue Male is one of the classic thrillers of the 20th century. An Englishman plans to assassinate the dictator of a European country. But he is foiled at the last moment and falls into the hands of ruthless and inventive torturers. They devise for him an ingenious and diplomatic death but, for once, they bungle the job and he escapes. But England provides no safety from his pursuers - and the Rogue Male must strip away all the trappings of status and civilization as the hunter becomes a hunted animal.

✨ **Wicks & Sips: A Candle-Making Experience** ✨ Join us for an afternoon of creativity, connection, and calm. **Wicks & Sips** offers a beautifully curated candle-making experience designed for every woman who deserves a moment to unwind. 🕯️ **Two Experiences. One Elegant Vibe.** **Creative Experience** Create a custom, single-wick fragrant candle while enjoying light appetizers and cocktail-inspired mocktails in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. **Elevated Experience** *(limited availability)* Step into a more refined experience featuring designer-inspired decorative candle vessels, premium colors and fragrances, and guided instruction to bring your candle vision to life. Enjoy curated appetizers, desserts, cocktails, and cosmopolitan-inspired sips—plus a keepsake takeaway bag to remember the moment. [Purchase Tickets](https://www.thepastry-boutique.com/event-details/wicks-and-sips-a-candle-making-event-1)

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

Join us for a vibrant gathering that honors the heart and hustle of local entrepreneurs. It Takes a Village is more than an event it’s a movement to uplift and spotlight small business owners who pour passion into their craft and creativity into our community. From authors and bakers to jewelry makers, t-shirt designers, candle crafters, and beyond. This is your chance to meet the makers, support their work and celebrate the spirit of collaboration. **_Expect_** * Local vendors showcasing handmade goods * Live demos and storytelling from featured creators * Food, music, and community vibes * Opportunities to shop, connect and be inspired * Celebrate the power of small businesses and we all rise

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. *The 5AM Club* by Robin Sharma explores how waking up early and following a structured morning routine can dramatically improve productivity, mindset, and overall life mastery. Through a blend of storytelling and practical frameworks, it teaches high performers how to build discipline, focus, and long-term success by owning the first hour of the day. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

Evolve exists to connect women entrepreneurs connect with one another, serve one another, and help one another overcome challenges in marketing, sales, networking, and professional development. **[Add to Calendar](https://www.evolvewomensnetwork.com/columbus-oh.html)** **What to Expect:** \~ Welcome team to greet you, introduce you to others, and make sure you feel a part of the group from your very first meeting \~ Welcome & Introductions: 15 second introductions \~ 15 Minute Speaker Spotlight: Member speaker who shares a bit of her story, how she got to doing what she does, and a tangible tip she uses to gain success in her business. No hard selling...no expectations. Simply giving the group an opportunity to get to know her and her journey. \~ 20 Minute Break Out Sessions: Small groups is where we connect best. Extroverted and Introverted alike get the opportunity to share on a deeper level and learn from one another. \~ Take Aways: Hear what the other groups talked about and share resources to grow yourself and your business \~ Grow Time!: Do you need a specific connection to a person, company, or industry? Share it with us! We love to open our networks to one another and grow together! Guests are always welcome. Please contact Mentor Director Donna Schomer at Donna@EvolveWomensNetwork.com for more information. We'd love to meet you!

Confidence can be cultivated in many ways—through reflection, conversation, creativity, and practice. In this Confidence Lab session, we’ll explore one powerful pathway: **building confidence from the inside out through physical expression and movement**. This experience is designed to help you reconnect with your body as a source of insight, self-trust, and presence. We’ll begin by grounding into what’s bringing you here, creating space to notice how your body is showing up and what it’s holding. From there, you’ll be guided through accessible movement exercises that invite awareness and choice—isolating different parts of the body, experimenting with movement, and practicing what it feels like to take up space intentionally. Next, you’ll participate in a small-group dance lesson led in a supportive, low-pressure environment. No dance experience is needed. The focus is not on performance or perfection, but on expression, curiosity, and allowing yourself to move with confidence as you are. We’ll close with a reflective group discussion, exploring what emerged during the experience and how these insights can be applied beyond the studio—how you inhabit your body, how you carry yourself, and how you show up in everyday life. **What to know:** * Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you feel good moving in * No dance experience required * Light snacks and beverages will be provided This session is for anyone interested in deepening their relationship with confidence by listening to their body, expanding their capacity for self-expression, and practicing self-love as an embodied experience. **Featured Speaker: Mary Grace** Mary Grace, the dynamic force behind MG Choreography & Boutique, has been transforming special occasions with her unique blend of artistry and passion for over seven years. As a proud Latina, with Venezuelan and Mexican heritage, Mary brings a rich cultural perspective to every choreography she creates. Her dedication to dance is matched only by her commitment to empowering others through the joy and elegance of movement. Mary’s journey began with a simple passion for dancing, which quickly grew into a thriving business. She specializes in crafting personalized choreography for weddings, quinceañeras, and sweet sixteens, ensuring each event is unforgettable. Determined to make a significant impact in Ohio, Mary established the first-of-its-kind brick-and-mortar location that not only offers a space to practice these beautiful dances but also provides a boutique experience for purchasing or renting exquisite dresses and tuxedos for these special moments. Mary Grace is more than just a business owner; she is a trailblazer for Latina women in the community, dedicated to bringing elegance, joy, and a touch of her vibrant heritage to every event she touches. **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*