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Coffee Meetup
You don’t have to build your business alone. During our Coffee Meetup at Kweek Foodbar, we bring together entrepreneurs, startups, and professionals from Flevoland to connect, share experiences, and grow their network.
Some of the most valuable conversations and collaborations start in an informal setting. Take a moment away from the daily hustle, enjoy a good cup of coffee, and connect with other entrepreneurs from the region.
📍 Kweek Foodbar, Zeewolde
Would you like to join us? **[Sign up via the link](https://event.inchecksysteem.nl/event/4c3d7262bdb8eb9d/shop/e6ef3f1c928e25c0)**[ ](https://event.inchecksysteem.nl/event/4c3d7262bdb8eb9d/shop/e6ef3f1c928e25c0)and we will reserve a spot for you.
We look forward to welcoming you. ☕🚀
Apeldoorn JUG @ Craftsmen - Maven's hidden secrets & Clean Architecture
Dear Java developer,
We would like to invite you to a physical Java Meetup powerd by Craftsmen in Apeldoorn about Maven's Hidden Secrets and Treasures to speed up your build by Ko Turk and Building maintainable Spring Boot apps with Clean Architecture by Michel Schudel
**Location**
STOOM
Vlijtseweg 114
7317 AG
Apeldoorn
Movie for route: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8XwbB6APsM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8XwbB6APsM)
Maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/bHihYysxXp71aQjP7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bHihYysxXp71aQjP7)
**Program** (UTC +1)
17:30 Doors open
18:00 Food & networking
18:45 **Building maintainable Spring Boot apps with Clean Architecture** by Michel Schudel
19:30 Break
19:45 **Maven's Hidden Secrets and Treasures to speed up your build** by Ko Turk
20:30 Networking & drinks
21:15 Doors closed
**Building maintainable Spring Boot apps with Clean Architecture**
Clean Architecture is about separating concerns within your application to keep it maintainable, scalable, and testable. Some call it onion architecture, others call it hexagonal, but in the end they all aim for the same goal: protecting your domain logic from the messy outside world.
But how does this work in practice?
In this session, we'll build a Spring Boot application together using the principles of Clean Architecture. We'll use the Spring Boot Test framework for clean integration tests and ArchUnit to ensure our squeaky-clean application stays that way by enforcing architectural boundaries.
After this session you've learned what Clean Architecture is, and how you can leverage your own applications with it.
**Maven's Hidden Secrets and Treasures to speed up your build**
Ahoy, Maven Pirates! Gather around, for I have a treasure of knowledge to share with ye salty dogs. ☠️
Ye be hearin' about this thing called 'Build Caching'? It’s a secret weapon that can make yer ship (build) sail faster than a seagull catchin' the wind!
How does it work, ye ask? Well, add an extension to the project file in the "pom" ye mateys call it. But don't think it's all smooth sailin' from there. Nay, ye need to do a bit of work on the pipeline too. Arr, we be talkin' about addin' a remote (cache) server to the settings file, and then ye be sayin' goodbye to them extra (rum with) coffee breaks. ☕️
By makin' a few simple tweaks, we give yer build a mighty fine boost! And ye be learnin' all about them Maven lifecycles too! We will show how to improve yer tests and run them in parallel, like enterin’ a ship. ⚡️
But hear me out, me hearties, for this be no ordinary treasure of knowledge. Nay, this is reserved for a select few, the likes of ye who be joinin' this session.
So, keep yer lips sealed, and don't be tellin' a soul about this secret, aye?
**Ko Turk**
Ko Turk is a Software Architect, Java Engineer, and Community Builder with more than 15+ years of experience in development, architecture, speaking, and building communities.
Voxxed Days Amsterdam conference organiser --> [amsterdam.voxxedays.com](https://amsterdam.voxxeddays.com/)
JUGLeader @CodeLabJUG
[Green Software Champion](https://champions.greensoftware.foundation/champions/ko-turk/)
JFall Program Committee Member, DevoxxBE Community reviewer
Working @CodeLab, assignment @Rabobank.
Conference speaker, speaks about everything around Java (ok and Typescript ).
➡️ Website: [http://koturk.nl/](http://koturk.nl/)
**Michel Schudel**
Michel Schudel has been a passionate Java developer since 1998. Since then he has seen the good, the bad and the ugly in Java land. He loves to share his adventures in Java Land so you can learn from his experience (and more importantly, his mistakes!)
**Costs**: none
Capgemini Mendix on Edge Meetup
The topic of the meetup will be “Mendix on Edge”: diving into one of the more recent additions to the Mendix service portfolio. Deploying Mendix on Edge devices, allowing low-code applications to support factory shop floor processes.
During this meet-up we will kick-off with exciting insights into edge computing and its use cases and considerations. Subsequently, we will take you on our journey of implementing a Mendix on Edge solution, sharing with you our highs and lows.
You are all welcome to join us! We look forward to seeing you all.
📅 **Agenda:**
17:00 – 18:00 - Reception
18:00 – 18:45 – Introduction & Edge computing
18:00 – 18:05 – Welcome & introduction
18:05 – 18:25 - Edge computing (Nick Noordam, Capgemini)
18:25 – 18:45 – Siemens Industrial Edge & Mendix on Edge (Lukas Geyer, Siemens)
18:45 – 19:00 - Break
19:00 – 19:45 – Our experiences & results
19:00 – 19:20 – Siemens demo installation & architecture (Angelo Ferreira, Capgemini)
19:20 – 19:40 – Mendix on Edge demo (Georgios Andronikidis, Capgemini)
19:40 – 20:00 – Q & A
20:00 – 21:00 - Drinks / Networking
🏭 **Location**
During the Mendix Meetup we welcome you to our office at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn. We encourage visitors to make use of public transport. It is only a 1 min walk from the train station! Are you unable to come by public transport? No problem, we have parking spaces available below the building.
The address is: [Reykjavikplein 1, 3543 KA Utrecht ](https://go.werkenbijcapgemini.nl/e/1005692/489716s2Fg2F1td1714y-entry-ttu/2klsd/692235353/h/ROvfUm9VwQniqy6or36NqdlsNz2AtmBGeJF4qzHY5To "https://go.werkenbijcapgemini.nl/e/1005692/489716s2fg2f1td1714y-entry-ttu/2klsd/692235353/h/rovfum9vwqniqy6or36nqdlsnz2atmbgejf4qzhy5to")
**Media Policy**
We’ll take photos and videos during the event to share on social media or use in future promotions by Mendix or our event partners. If you prefer not to appear in any photos or recordings, just let us know when you register, or kindly speak to the photographer during the event.
**About Mendix Meetups**
The Mendix Community Meetups are about meeting other makers, sharing knowledge, and learning something new.
The meetups are NOT about Sales, Marketing, or Recruitment.
To learn more about the meetups or if you want to organize your own meetup, contact the Community Team at *community@mendix.com*.
3D workshop in Apeldoorn
**3D Workshop**
* **Ontwerpen met Fusion360**
* **Scannen in 3D**
* **Het gebruik van 3D printers**
**Je bent nu welkom in de nieuwe locatie NewTechPark**
Je kunt ook online aan deze fysieke bijeenkomst deelnemen. De bijeenkomst is dan op de locatie te volgen.
Als je [hier](w.j.put@hccnet.nl) vooraf een mailtje stuurt kun je dinsdagavond tussen 19.00 en 20.00 uur inloggen met Jitsi voor vragen, of ter kennismaking met hcc!3D.
Online neem je deel aan de bijeenkomst met [https://wij.hcc.nl/3D](https://wij.hcc.nl/3D)
[(Alleen toegang als je zichtbaar bent met voor- en achternaam. )](https://wij.hcc.nl/3d)
Werk Aan Jezelf — Week #8
We delen onze doelen en maken plannen voor de komende week.
Iedereen is welkom. We kijken er naar uit om jouw verhaal te horen.
U-speak! Toastmasters Meeting
Is public speaking something you’ve always wanted to learn? Then you’ve come to the right place!
Experience a safe and playful environment at U-Speak Toastmasters where you can develop your public speaking, communication, and leadership skills!
## **Welcome to U-Speak! Toastmasters**
Join our vibrant community at U-Speak!, where internationals and Dutch locals from Utrecht and its surroundings come together.
U-speak! Toastmasters is a welcoming, safe, supportive and playful environment where you can work on your public speaking, communication and leadership skills!
## **Discover our meeting experience**
Curious about what happens during our meetings? Here’s a glimpse into a typical evening at U-Speak! Our gatherings feature a lineup of three prepared speeches, engaging evaluations and impromptu speaking sessions.
At U-Speak!, every member gets their chance to shine. Whether you’re delivering a speech, providing feedback, or stepping up for impromptu speaking, our supportive environment ensures that everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
* ⏰ Time: 19:15 - 21:30 (7.15pm to 9.30pm)
Walkin at 19:15; Start of the meeting at 19:30
* 🌐 Venue: Room 8, Top Floor, Pub Florin, Utrecht
* 🙋🙋♂️🙋♀️Attendance: Typically, 15-20 people attend each meeting Many of our club members are not on Meetup, so the number of people attending as indicated here is not reflective of the actual number of people attending on a night.
* 🙋🙋♂️🙋♀️ Guests are welcome; rsvp is encouraged
*To maintain the high quality of our meetings and ensure all members have sufficient speaking opportunities, we've established a waitlist for new members. This allows us to provide the best possible learning experience for everyone. We're happy to add your name to our list, and we encourage you to join us as a guest in the meantime.*
Weekly Running Group
Every Tuesday, the group 024 Waalrunners goes for a run at a distance of between 5km - 10km. Everyone is welcome to join, you just need to turn up at 20:00 on Tuesday in front of Cafe De Hemel. There are different routes every time, and the group welcomes all new people to join them.
After the run we usually stay for a drink at De Hemel.
https://waalrunners.activedates.nl
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CRXG7x9HQUw4Q1qCrNzXn4?mode=ems_copy_t
https://www.facebook.com/024waalrunners-710731759317504
Business Applications Events This Week
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You & Your Brand: A Casual Sharing Hour (online)
Join a casual online hour to share you, your brand and business, and learn more about other business owners, locally and globally.
Join and share your brand, products/services, and about you.
Expand your visibility.
Every session will close with gratitude and a mini creative activity, so have a pen and paper, tablet, or something available with which to write/create/draw.
**RSVP here via EventBrite: [Event link](https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/you-and-your-brand-a-casual-networking-hour-tickets-1984283125243?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl)**
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*The only requirements are a minimum age of 18 years old,*
*and at least three attendees to make it a worthwhile hour for everyone.*
Ducosim Game Fair
Come over to the Ducosim game fair in Amersfoort. For a small fee (or become a member) many publishers are ready to demo their published games.
Next to that you can meet up and network with game designers, playtest their games and bring what you are working on and put it on the table.
More details: https://www.ducosim.nl/
Utrecht Toastmasters Club Meeting
## Details
**What is Toastmasters?**
Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that’s been empowering people to become confident communicators and leaders since 1924. Worldwide, there are more than 266,000 members in over 14,200 clubs in 150 countries. In the Netherlands, there are over **40 clubs** across the country, including those in major cities such as Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Rotterdam. This network of clubs and their learn-by-doing program is sure to help you improve. You can visit Toastmasters clubs as a guest or become a member.
**What does a meeting look like?**
Some of the members give short, prepared speeches, which other club members later evaluate. A typical meeting also includes short impromptu speeches. In this improvisation part of the meeting, everybody gets a chance to speak, including guests, if they wish. We usually end the evening with a drink at the bar.
**How do I become a guest at a meeting?**
It’s easy! Simply RSVP for one of our upcoming meetings here on Meetup to let us know you’re coming. If you have any questions, contact us at [utrechttoastmasters@gmail.com.](http://utrechttoastmasters@gmail.com./) If you visit and like us, we can talk about membership!
**Additional information**
Our cozy venue has a maximum capacity of 30 people - perfect for an engaging. Please be on time to grab a seat and mingle before the speeches begin!
Painting & Drawing Cafe in Amersfoort ( For Expats and English Speakers )
## 🎨**Activity for EXPATS & English Speakers** ☕
Are you an art enthusiast living in or around **Amersfoort, Hilversum, Utrecht, Nieuwegein, IJsseltein, De Bilt and the rest of cities of the Utrecht's province** who love painting or drawing? Maybe you've felt the joy of creating but struggled to find others who share your passion and speak **ENGLISH**? **You're not alone! 😉**
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## 🖌️**About this event**
You will meet other Art Lovers like you to Draw, Paint and have some drinks Together ! Our events are not just about sketching or creating art—they’re about building connections. Every two weeks, we meet at a café to have a relaxing time drawing a painting.
Please keep on mind that **ENGLISH i**s the official language we will use to integrate everyone in our conversations.
⭕⭕⭕➡️ **IMPORTANT ⬅️** ⭕⭕⭕⭕
### 👩🏻🎨**Book formally your Seat 🪑via [WHATSAPP](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)**
**If you want to confirm officially your attendance and separate your seat🪑. Book your seat in meet-up, and contact us via [WHATSAPP HERE](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f) to receive more information on the address of our activities.**
**Thanks a lot for your understanding!** 💐🥰
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### 👩🏻🎨**How Does It Work?**
This event is simple, this initiative takes 2 Hours. Most of the participants use pencils, water pencils or watercolours. Main aim is to socialize while we draw. There will be plenty of time to talk and get to know each other. We have to mention that this event is suitable for all levels. Many have started to draw in our event actually.
Also it is very important that you **[JOIN US AT OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f),** to stay up to date on our upcoming events and participate in our Drawing and Painting Contests!
**👉: [https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** 🍀
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### ☕**Where?**
We will meet in different cafes mainly in the *center of Amersfoort ( and some occasions in other cities around)*. I will inform you of the exact place some days in advance this event. The place will depend on the number of attendees.
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### **🎟️ What is included?**
🟢 **2 HOURS TO HAVE FUN!**
🟢 **15 mins warming-up creative activity and paper material**🖌️🎨
🟢 New friendships and **conversations in ENGLISH** in a relaxed atmosphere
🟢 **Souvenir picture** with you and the rest of Art Lovers 📷
🟢 Exclusive **access to our Art Lovers Community** on which you will receive:
***\~\~\~ Drawing challenges,***
***\~\~\~ Training content,***
***\~\~\~ FREE Entries only to members***
***\~\~\~ Drawing Competitions***
🟢 Time to **create alongside fellow artists and amateurs**
🟢 The freedom to **work at your own pace** 💃🕺🎈
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### 🖼️**Art Materials?**
Bring your own practical art materials to be adaptable to sketch on a coffee table. Like your sketchbook, pencils, watercolor, markets, pencils, your Tablet..etc
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## **See you to Paint, Draw, and drink together!🌟☕🍷🍪🍰**
Fortinet Security Fabric: All‑in Protection met Zero Trust & AI?
Wil je beter begrijpen hoe moderne cybersecurityoplossingen werken en hoe Zero Trust, detectietechnologie en AI concreet worden toegepast door **Fortinet**? Tijdens deze kennissessie op **18 maart** nemen experts Mario Maas en Eric van Alebeek je mee in de belangrijkste ontwikkelingen binnen het Fortinet‑portfolio, praktisch, inhoudelijk en direct toepasbaar.
Zij laten zien hoe Fortinet technologie inzet in de praktijk: van detectiesystemen tot door AI versterkte beveiliging die verweven zit door de hele Security Fabric.
**Agenda:**
* Introductie + update Fortinet
\- Detectie systemen: FortiDeceptor en Mail Workspace
* Zero Trust (ZTNA/SASE)
* Fortinet AI toepassingen
*Het programma zal deze avond als volgt zijn:*
* Vanaf 17.15 u: inloop
* Rond 17.30/18.00 u: eten
* 18.30 u: start kennissessie
* 20.00 u: afsluiting
We zien jullie graag dan!
From strangers to friends - Locals meet expats community dinner
**From Strangers to Friends – Community Dinner 🍽️**
Join us for a special edition of *From Strangers to Friends*: a cozy community dinner where expats and locals come together to share food, stories, and meaningful conversations.
Entrance is free, simply bring a dish from your country to share with the group.
After you sign up, we’ll briefly coordinate who brings what so we don’t end up with only desserts 😉.
Please bring a small note with the ingredients of your dish so everyone knows what they are eating.
If you have any dietary restrictions, let me know.
Come alone if you like, many people do! Or bring a friend! You’ll leave with new connections and great conversations.
During the dinner, question cards will be on the tables to spark deeper and more interesting discussions.
📍 **Location:** Café Libertas, Klarendalseweg 477-1, Arnhem
🚶 **Distance:** 7-minute walk from Velperpoort station
🕕 **Gathering:** 18:00
🍽️ **Dinner starts:** 18:30
**Entrance:** Bring a dish to share.
Curious what our events look like? Check the photo albums in this group (visible on desktop).
Dutch Laravel Foundation Meetup 2026 @ DIJ!
Donderdag 19 maart duiken we weer met onze collega Laravel enthousiastelingen de techniek in! De Dutch Laravel Foundation organiseert, zoals jullie van ons gewend zijn, wederom een inspirerende Laravel Meetup!
**Locatie**
Dit keer zijn we te gast bij DIJ te Apeldoorn:
DIJ
Roggestraat 111
7311 CC Apeldoorn
**Talks**
***Live demo NativePHP (door Shane Rosenthal, NativePHP)***
Shane Rosenthal zelf zal ons meer vertellen over alle grote ontwikkelingen op het gebied van NativePHP.
***Manage private packages with Pricore (door Maarten Bode, Zonneplan)***
Private PHP-packages beheren klinkt simpel. Satis die vastloopt, tokens die rondslingeren, geen zicht op wie toegang heeft. In deze talk laat Maarten zien hoe Pricore als open-source Laravel-app private package management weer overzichtelijk maakt.
***Teach AI your package (door Mario Aquino, Easi)***
Wat als AI jouw package écht begrijpt? Ontdek hoe je skills en guidelines meelevert via Laravel Boost.
***Keep out the vibe-coders: hoe lever je consequent veilige Laravel apps? (door Martijn van de Wetering, CBYTE Digital)***
In een wereld van snel ontwikkelende technologie speelt security een steeds belangrijkere rol. Maar waar moet je rekening mee houden, en hoe maak je het jezelf makkelijker?
***Inertia 3, Inertia UI updates en life @ Laravel (door Pascal Baljet, Laravel)***
Op Laracon EU is weer een hoop moois aangekondigd, waaronder Inertia 3. Pascal praat ons bij over de nieuwste ontwikkelingen rond Inertia en Inertia UI, en vertelt ook over zijn overstap naar Laravel sinds de laatste keer dat we hem spraken.
**Programma**
18.00 - Inloop en iets te eten
18.50 - Welkom
19.00 - Live demo NativePHP (Shane Rosenthal, NativePHP)
19.30 - Manage Private Packages with Pricore (Maarten Bode, Zonneplan)
19.45 - Teach AI your package (door Mario Aquino, Easi)
20.00 - Keep out the vibe-coders (door Martijn van de Wetering, CBYTE Digital)
20.15 - Korte pauze
20.30 - I*nertia 3, Inertia UI updates en life @ Laravel (door* Pascal Baljet, Laravel)
21.15 - Social
**Deelname**
Wil je ook graag aanwezig zijn? Aanmelden kan nu al! Meld je direct via Meetup aan voor dit niet te missen event! Lidmaatschap van de Dutch Laravel Foundation is **niet** vereist!
**Tot slot**
Mochten er nog vragen bestaan dan beantwoorden we die natuurlijk graag! **We zien jullie donderdag 19 maart!**
Business Applications Events Near You
Connect with your local Business Applications community
Tyson Morning Meet Up
Join us at Tyson Morning Meet-UP for a casual networking coffee chat tailored for small business owners and entrepreneurs. This is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and exchange ideas over a cup of coffee. Whether you are just starting off or have an established business, this event is designed to provide support, build relationships, and foster collaboration in a relaxed and friendly environment. Come prepared to introduce yourself, talk about your business goals, and make valuable connections that can help you grow your business. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your network and gain insights from other professionals in the field. Let's sip, chat, and network together!
Potomac Business Alliance at ResQ BBQ- Leesburg- In Person Meeting
We are now Meeting at ResQ BBQ in Leesburg
\*\*help us track guest attendance, please register here please: https://www.bniconnectglobal.com/web/open/visitorRegistration?chapterId=16801 \*\*
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Thanks for visiting our meetup group for information for BNI Potomac Business Alliance where I am honored to hold the Title Insurance seat. During this meeting you will meet other local business professionals from a wide variety of industries who commit to providing excellent service to people within our shared networks. We will pass over 1.5 million dollars of business in 2022-2023. and we want you to consider applying to be a part of our referral network. So come out, enjoy an excellent breakfast, learn a little more about me and Title Insurance, and consider being a part of a fantastic group of business professionals. Be prepared to tell everyone about your business in about 30 seconds or less. We want to know what you do but have to keep it short so we can complete the meeting's agenda, we want to honor your time!
• 30 second elevator speech? What do I say?!
Your Name
Your Company's Name
What your company does (in basic form)
One key difference maker (deliver on-time, on budget. or We close complicated cases. or We can sell your home quickly and for top dollar. Etc...)
Who you would like to meet in the room or in the area (so we can refer you business :-) )
Keep it short and sweet, there will be plenty of time after and before the meeting to get to know other people in the group and even opportunities to schedule "one to one/1:2:1" meetings. We love to grab our coffee and go out to a spot in the lobby afterwards in one on ones to discuss how we can work together, get to know each other, get business done! So plan a little extra time to meet if need be.
Northern Virginia Business Alliance Breakfast
Network with an average of 60+ business professionals, all attendees get an opportunity to give a 30 second elevator pitch, enjoy a light breakfast, 10 minute educational presentation on topics that change weekly, and enjoy networking before and after the meet up.
Business Networking, Tysons Corner!
Small business Owners who do business through referrals and community. Come visit our chapter to see how help each other expand our business and maximize our time. Our group has over 30 members from different backgrounds!
We meet every Wednesday morning, network, and share great ideas! We are looking for a few more like-minded business professionals to grow our group! Come visit our chapter and see if we are fit!
Breakfast and drinks are provided at $30.
Location:
Seva Spaces Tysons
1604 Spring Hill Rd 2nd floor, Vienna, VA 22182
Elite Networking Lunch: Elevate Your Connections
Attendance is $35 (cash, credit/debit card, or ApplePay - paid at the door), which includes water/soda/coffee, bread, choice of a plated lunch entrée, and a dessert assortment. Parking is also validated in the Reston Station garages (3 hours of validation).
Join one of Northern Virginia's most successful business networking groups (part of BNI). Open to the public and is typically attended by business owners, business developers, and entrepreneurs. Meetings are typically attended by 30-40 members and guests. \*\*\*PLEASE RSVP here: [REGISTER HERE](https://square.link/u/0WvC6Eir) \*\*\*If you do not register on the BNI website, there may not be a seat available for you.
Resource Presentation - Build Systems That Support Your Growth
## **1 Million Cups Loudoun – Resource Presentation**
**Why Not Today? Build Systems That Support Your Growth**
**Presented by Leslie Kane, Founder of Why Not Today?**
**Wednesday March 25th \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM**
**Venture X Loudoun**
Join us for a powerful resource presentation designed to help entrepreneurs move from scattered effort to sustainable momentum.
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## **About the Session**
Entrepreneurs rarely struggle because they lack ideas.
They struggle because everything lives in their head.
In this session, **Leslie Kane**, founder of **Why Not Today?**, will explore how developing intentional systems creates clarity, focus, and forward progress in business.
Drawing from decades of leadership experience and working with hundreds of entrepreneurs, Leslie shares how structure reduces overwhelm, simplifies decision-making, and transforms inconsistent action into repeatable success.
If you’re building a business and constantly feeling stretched thin, this conversation will challenge you to ask a powerful question:
**Why not today?**
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## **What You’ll Gain**
* Insight into why systems are critical for growth
* Practical perspective on turning ideas into structured action
* A framework for reducing overwhelm
* A mindset shift from reactive to intentional leadership
This is not about adding more to your plate — it’s about building the foundation that allows your business to grow without burning you out.
***
## **About 1 Million Cups**
1 Million Cups is a national program that brings entrepreneurs and communities together to learn, connect, and grow through conversation and collaboration. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month.
Join us for coffee, connection, and a conversation that may completely change how you approach your business growth.
The AI Workflow That’ll Help Fix the Gaps in Your Funnel
Leads come in, but they don’t move.
Prospects engage, but they don’t convert.
Customers join, but they don’t stay.
And most teams are guessing where the breakdown actually is.
At this DC Marketing Tech Talks event, Geoff Livingston will walk you through a practical, end-to-end AI workflow designed to help you identify and fix the gaps in your customer journey. This session is about using AI to analyze how buyers are actually moving through your funnel, uncover where engagement drops off, and turn that insight into measurable improvements.
You’ll learn how to:
* Map your real customer journey
* Identify friction points across your lead funnel
* Use AI to analyze messy marketing data in a structured way.
Geoff will show you how to turn disconnected touchpoints into a clear picture of behavior, how to surface usable insights, and how to feed those insights back into your campaigns to improve performance.
This session will give you a detailed playbook. You will see the specific tools, the specific processes, and the step-by-step structure to implement this workflow inside your own organization. From auditing your journey to identifying measurable gaps, to prioritizing the highest-impact fixes, to building a repeatable optimization loop, you will walk away knowing exactly how to execute this approach from start to finish.





















