Black Entrepreneurs

Hello everyone, Take a break from your week, make progress on your reading in good company, then join a relaxed chat about what everyone's been reading. **Schedule** 10:30 \- 11:00 \| Arrival & Introduction round 11:00 \- 12:00 \| Silent Reading Hour 12:00 \- 13:00 \| Chat & Discussion **The After-Event** ☕ The trial was a success, so it's officially a thing! After the session, we’ll head over to Zaj kávézó for some tea, coffee, cookies, and sandwiches. Feel free to stick around and join us to keep the conversation going! **Location** Metropolitan Ervin Szabo Public Library, Boulevard Library It will take place in the event room. After you enter the library, turn right, cross the lounge, and go down the stairs at the far end. If you bring snacks, you can have them in the lounge area. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, you're welcome. See you there! **[Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835)** (previous books read in sessions) **[Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)**[ ](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)(monthly book club voting) **[Silent Book Club](https://silentbook.club/pages/about-us)** (the idea itself, where did it come from?) This is a free event, but Meetup has its own fee. If you'd like to contribute and help keep this going, you're welcome to donate [via Revolut](https://revolut.me/schmidtpeter), every bit helps! (we keep track of all donations in this [spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1C_N9CN_pQO5aUYezqzQW4GS7pr8IfplchwG8-ruZ19g/edit?usp=sharing))

Practice Buddhist meditation in the middle of Budapest! The meditation is suitable for beginners. Each regular meditation is guided and begins with a short introduction. (all together is about 30-40 minutes) Our regular Buddhist meditations have proven popular with people who want to integrate authentic Buddhist methods into their daily lives. For the modern lay person who is juggling work, relationships, and an active role in society, we teach a meditation that is easy to learn, and profound and powerful for experienced practitioners. The meditation originates from the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a cumulative effect on mind, leading to greater clarity and calmness. Fearlessness, joy, and active compassion are the result of regular practice of Buddhist meditation. * Do I need any special clothing? No special clothing needed. * Does the attendance cost anything? No, the meditation is free.

El objetivo de este encuentro es romper el hielo, hablar de las historias que nos gusta escribir, de por qué escribimos, de los libros que nos gusta leer, de qué dificultades encontramos al enfrentarnos al folio en blanco y de qué esperamos del grupo. En definitiva, se trata de conocernos como personas para entendernos como escritores. No importa si has escrito diez novelas, cuatro cuentos o el precioso título de un poema sin versos. Aquí todo aspirante a juntaletras es bienvenido.

**Több, mint egy közös sörözés.** Bár a jéghideg sör jó ürügy a találkozásra, a lényeg idén is a szakmán van: pörgős előadásokkal és az épp aktuális témákkal készülünk. Áprilisban szeretnénk összehozni a ServiceNow közösséget egy kötetlen estére, ahol a minőségi tartalom mellé most is jut bőven a jó hangulatból. Gyere el, és koccintsunk egyet! ❗️ **Az esemény ingyenes, de regisztrációhoz kötött:** [BeerUP ServiceNow Edition 2026 regisztráció](https://www.mndwrk.com/beerup-servicenow-edition-2026) ##### Az előadók, és az általuk hozott témák: Bözöri Dániel - Advisory Solution Architect (ServiceNow) Vígh Gergely- ServiceNow Architect CTA (Accenture) Boros Bulcsu - ServiceNow Architect CMA,CTA (Sofigate) Dombai András - ServiceNow Architect CMA (Rubico) **1\. előadás \-** **AI Agentek a ServiceNow platformon – mikor használjuk, mikor ne?** A ServiceNow és az AI fejlődése rengeteg új kaput nyit meg, de a generatív megoldások és az AI Agentek nem minden helyzetben jelentenek automatikusan jobb választ. Az előadás során azt járjuk körbe, hogyan lehet tudatosan, az üzleti értékre fókuszálva beépíteni ezeket a funkciókat a vállalati környezetbe. Megnézzük, milyen problémákra érdemes valóban AI-t használni, és hol hatékonyabbak a hagyományos workflow-k vagy szabályalapú megoldások. Szó lesz a technológiai korlátokról, a kockázatokról és arról a határvonalról, ami elválasztja a látványos tech-demót a valódi, hosszú távon is fenntartható üzleti értéktől. **2\. előadás \- Scoped Application mint belső szolgáltatás** Az előadás a ServiceNow Scoped Application koncepcióját mutatja be a modern mikroszolgáltatás-alapú szemlélet tükrében, rávilágítva arra, hogyan válthatóak valódi belső szolgáltatássá az elkülönített, jól menedzselhető alkalmazások. A résztvevők megismerhetik a moduláris és skálázható ügyféligények tervezésének módszertanát, valamint az Open API szabványokra és egyedi integrációkra épülő technikai szolgáltatások platformszintű előnyeit. A prezentáció gyakorlati útmutatást ad ahhoz, hogyan építhetőek strukturált, újrafelhasználható és könnyen karbantartható megoldások komplex ServiceNow környezetben. **3\. előadás \-** **Extension Points in Practice – hogyan tervezzünk jól és használjuk őket skálázhatóan?** Az extension pointok hatalmas szabadságot adnak, de ha félrecsúszik a tervezés, a megoldás hamar nehezen karbantarthatóvá és törékennyé válhat. A kérdés az, hogyan használjuk őket úgy, hogy valóban a skálázhatóságot szolgálják, és ne a technikai adósságot növeljük. Valós példákon keresztül nézzük meg a jól működő struktúrákat, a tipikus hibákat és azokat a bevált tervezési mintákat, amikkel hosszú távon is fenntartható marad az architektúra. Kiderítjük, hol van az a pont, ahol tényleg érdemes hozzájuk nyúlni, és mikor célravezetőbb más utat választani. **4\. előadás \- Adat és folyamat szeparáció a gyakorlatban** Az előadás betekintést nyújt banki környezetben, nemzetközi leányvállalati kiterjesztés kihívásaira , amit az adat és folyamat szeparáció koncepciójának bevezetésével támogattunk. A következő kérdések lesznek fókuszban: \- Hogyan lehet Domain Separation nélkül adatot és folyamatot leválasztani? \- Milyen esetekben lehet rá szükség? \- "Értem én\, hogy gőzgép\, de mi hajtja\!?"

*“we add the feelings of delight of successful executive instruments, the useful 'under-wills' or under-souls—indeed, our body is but a social structure composed of many souls—to our feelings of delight as commander”* **Friedrich Nietzsche - Beyond Good and Evil.** **(In english!)** This session is designed as a beginner's workshop, even if you haven't read or don't know Nietzsche's work. And if you do but would like to deepen and share your knowledge, you are also welcomed. We will focus on a few clusters from just the first two chapters of *Beyond Good and Evil*. Reading, clarifying, and discussing his aphorisms, covering 5 main topics. We split into separated groups and there will be practical work. The focus will be on some of Nietzsche’s most provocative ideas. From the rejection of simple opposites, to the first appearance of the will to power. The goal is to understand what Nietzsche is really attacking, where his insights are still up to date, and if and where he may be overstretching. This time a notebook and pen is recommended. **Introduction of guests (10 minutes)** We start with a short introduction of the guests. Those who are familiar with Nietzsche will seat next to those who aren't in a more or less homogeneous distribution. **The topics to discuss (1 hour and 45 minutes)** 1. **Truth, contraries, and the prejudice of philosophers** Excerpts: **1–4**, **24**, **31**. 2. **The unity of the self: ego, will, commonwealth, masks** Excerpts: **12**, **16–17**, **19**, **26–27**, **40**. 3. **Freedom, free will, determinism, and the free spirit** Excerpts: **21–22**, **29**, **34**, **41–44**. 4. **Psychology against philosophy: resentment, indignation, morality as symptom** Excerpts: **5–6**, **23**, **30**, **32–33**, **38–39**. 5. **Will to power as the deep explanatory wager** Excerpts: **13**, **19**, **22–23**, **36**. **RSVP**: As this is a different format than usual I will let a maximum of 16 people. Please confirm your attendance by transferring: • 3,000 HUF — Workshop entry (please support the venue buying any drink) • 6,000 HUF — Entry + veggie bruschetta • 8,000 HUF — Entry + veggie bruschetta + alcohol-free red wine Please, sign up here: [https://forms.gle/pEjhTLLkDGBWJS1N7](https://forms.gle/pEjhTLLkDGBWJS1N7?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwb1FaR1hyTGJFSXZYeDVlaHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6EZUT9iwDH3EokkwJFynJFBDWeH8upis9o_TKhzQuFShYpWUqOEJ2jcCCR0w_aem_7p274cXA4ZIGQYNOMhZH4g) And make the payment here: [https://revolut.me/marcoshht/pocket/ZtuHAUE1NO](https://revolut.me/marcoshht/pocket/ZtuHAUE1NO?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwb1FaR1hyTGJFSXZYeDVlaHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR664E5SHLpYlZ7cIdEPCPULV1XvR0c8sZKgwfe67wqm_TfSgubMoAVcj-inKw_aem_FAi0Woh7heWIUccOlmRH9A)

A different way to end the week. **Friday Sobers: The Tea Social** is a relaxed Friday evening gathering at Okuma — good tea, small bites, and easy conversation from 6 to 9PM. Each table is poured a different tea, so the simplest way to meet someone new is to wander over and taste what they’re brewing. No alcohol, no rush — just a warm room, an open seat, and something worth sipping Ticked event, please book here: [https://okuma.space/event/friday-sobers-the-tea-social-2/](https://okuma.space/event/friday-sobers-the-tea-social-2/)

Please sign up in advance! Hot Paprika Presents: Budapest’s Best Pub Quiz! Register here: https://forms.gle/gHhusmbt2cnHb9PH8 Join us for the Hot Paprika Pub Quiz at Jo&Joe Budapest, kicking off at 8 PM! This isn’t your average trivia night—it's hosted by comedians, so expect uncomfortable laughs, unexpected twists, and an unforgettable time! What to Expect: Diverse Topics – From pop culture to history, no subject is off-limits! Comedian Hosts – The hilarious Tauseef Parvez will keep you entertained. Big Prizes – Weekly winners score free comedy show tickets & bar discounts . Grand Prize – The season’s top team wins a 20,000 HUF bar tab! First Event: Donation-Based – Come, play, and support the show however you can! Gather your team, sharpen your wits, and let’s make trivia night legendary! Register now and don’t miss out!

Watch movie trailer here: https://www.seedsthefilm.com/ SEEDS Documentary and Community Conversation Friday, April 24 | 5-9pm Locatjon: Ohio Dominican University | Matesich Theater in Erskine Hall 1216 Sunbury Rd Room 108, Columbus, OH 43219 Through dialogue and film, spend an evening explore the lives of Black generational farmers, the unjust history of land ownership, and local Black farmers creating new legacies today. Seeds Documentary and Community Conversation is the second event in Shepherd’s Corner Land Justice Series, where we welcome BIPOC artists, filmmakers, writers, and growers to teach us, through intentional programming, what it means to be on and part of the land. This event is sponsored with Ohio Dominican University and Ohio Dominican University’s Black Student Union. Click here to access a flyer to help spread the word about SEEDS Documentary and Community Conversation **ABOUT Seeds** Seeds is Director Brittany Shyne’s Sundance-winning lyrical documentary of Black farmers, legacy, and land. “Interweaving the stories of three Black generational farmers to create a collective and intimate portrait of farming today, Seeds is a moving and powerful exploration of their lives, joys and struggles as well as the fragility of legacy and owning land.” Seedsthefilm.com **PANEL DISCUSSION: LOCAL BLACK FARMERS CREATING NEW LEGACIES** * Moderator Holly Moten Fidler, M.A. in Social Justice & Public Theology (MASJ/MAPT) student at the Methodist Theological School in Ohio (MTSO) and Seminary Hill Farm worker * Julialynne Walker, Food Sovereignty Advocate and Market Manager Bronzeville Growers Market * Minister Aaron Hopkins, Visionary Farmer Planner of South Side Family Farms and Executive Director of ICANDO Community Development * Jada Terry, Founder of Mizizi Farm and Fresh Roots 614 SCHEDULE * 5 pm: Doors Open + Refreshments served. Informal Meet and Greet with Panelists and Guests * 6 pm: Opening + Panel Discussion * 7 pm: SEEDS Screening Free Admission. Registration Required. Register for free here: https://shepherdscorner.org/seeds/

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!

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!

**A Transformative Half-Day Event** Welcome to Confidence Lab, the ultimate experience designed to help you step into your most confident self. This half-day event is packed with actionable strategies, inspiring sessions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals who are ready to invest in their personal and professional growth. Whether you’re looking to advance in your career, deepen your self-belief, or simply embrace new challenges, Confidence Lab is your starting point. **What You’ll Experience** **Your Confidence Lab ticket includes:** * **Engaging Speaker Sessions**: Learn from experts about harnessing confidence in your career, relationships, and everyday life. * **Interactive Experiences:** Participate in dynamic activities designed to help you step into your most confident self. * **In-Depth Audience Q&A:** Get direct insights from speakers as they answer your most pressing questions about building confidence and stepping into leadership. * **Networking Opportunities**: Connect with a supportive community of professionals and confidence enthusiasts. **2026 Speaker Sessions:** * **Seeing Clearly** Understand how you show up - and what’s been getting in the way. * **Confidence in Relationship** Communicate, navigate conflict, and build trust more effectively. * **Sustainable Agency** Learn how to lead without burning out. Your energy is part of the strategy. * **Confidence in Service** Align how you show up with the impact you actually want to have. **This Is For You If…** * You’re ready to take up more space in your work or life * You want to communicate with clarity and confidence * You’re stepping into (or preparing for) leadership * You’re done second-guessing yourself **Our Speakers** **Lachandra Baker** Founder of LBB Edutainment and the kind of person who makes you realize you’ve been confusing confidence with performance your whole life. Lachandra blends psychology, research, and radical humanity to help individuals and teams stop code-switching their way through the day and start showing up as someone they actually recognize. Expect to be challenged, affirmed, and genuinely seen - sometimes all in the same breath. **Annette Santiago Reyes** Annette has a rare talent: she makes the way you communicate feel like a discovery, not a critique. A connection catalyst and culture strategist, she helps people understand why they show up the way they do, and how to bridge the gap between intention and impact. Whether you're navigating change, life’s challenges, or simply trying to better understand yourself and others. Annette gives you the language and the lens to get there. **Elizabeth Wangugi** Creator of The Nap Concert and the RESTOR™ framework, Elizabeth is here to tell you that rest is not a reward - it’s a strategy. Rooted in neuroscience and restorative practice, her work helps high-achievers stop running on fumes and start leading from a place of actual capacity. If your calendar is full and your tank is empty, Elizabeth might be the most important person you hear from at Confidence Lab. **Stephanie Andrews** Founder of Social Black Butterfly Training & Consulting, Stephanie knows what it takes to lead through complexity because she’s done it across social services, healthcare, and operations. She specializes in succession strategy and leadership development, equipping leaders to build trust, navigate the hard moments, and leave something worth inheriting. Stephanie doesn’t just develop leaders. She develops the kind of leaders people actually want to follow. **Lillian Morales-Laster** SVP Human Resources Director at United Midwest Savings Bank and Executive Director of the Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy (ELLA). Lillian has spent her career combining her passion for equity and inclusion with her experience in human resources to lead teams and organizations in the development of supportive work environments. She leads with a vision of ensuring Latinas' voices are included in crucial decision-making processes, because for Lillian, ELLA is more than just a program. It's a vibrant community of hermanas supporting and uplifting each other as they navigate their paths to leadership. A Columbus Business First Community Champion and Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan, her commitment to empowering others shows up everywhere she goes. **Rachyl Kershaw** Founder of Greater Columbus Consulting and the architect behind the Confidence Lab Annual Summit, Rachyl has a gift for cutting through the noise, helping high-achievers stop performing success and start living it. She asks the questions most people are afraid to, creates space for honest reckoning, and somehow makes the hard work feel energizing. If you’ve ever wondered why doing everything right still feels like something’s missing, you’re in exactly the right room. **Why Confidence Lab?** Confidence is the foundation for success in every area of life. Whether you’re navigating a career change, launching a business, or striving for personal growth, building your confidence is the key to unlocking your higher purpose. This is your chance to invest in yourself and start living boldly. **Join Us on May 4** Confidence Lab is more than just an event - it’s a movement. Step into your power, embrace your potential, and make this the year you thrive. Secure your spot today and take the first step toward a more confident YOU. Cost should never be a barrier to growth. If you'd like to request a complimentary community ticket, reach out to us at [hello@confidencelab.org](hello@confidencelab.org), no explanation needed. Read more and see additional ticketing options at [https://confidencelab.org/](https://confidencelab.org/)