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There are **only 3 days left** to apply for the HKSTP x Spatial Data Office (SDO), Development Bureau, HKSAR Government **– Spatial AI Sandbox PoC Challenge**. If you’re interested to showcase your spatial AI innovative idea for banking, social services and government department, this is a great chance to validate your solution. **What you can win / receive** * **Up to HK$105,000 funding** (HK$60,000 for each selected team + additional award for the Champion) * **Fast track to HKSTP Ideation Scheme** with **HK$100,000 funding** opportunity * In-kind support including 1-month free HPC trial and access to GIS / AI / coding experts * Business partnerships & mentorship with: * Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited * Hong Kong Children & Youth Services * Planning Department, HKSAR Government * Business matching + storytelling/publicity support to help you bring your PoC to market Who can apply * **Young talents / university teams / startups / entrepreneurs** (team of **2–6 members**, aged 18+) * Deadline to apply: **26 May 2026 (12:00 noon)** Full details & application: [https://sp.hkstp.org/events-and-happenings/Spatial_AI_Sandbox](https://apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsp.hkstp.org%2Fevents-and-happenings%2FSpatial_AI_Sandbox&data=05%7C02%7Cvictor.zheng%40hkstp.org%7C51b907315fac45ed5ed608deb7e35432%7Cb3e19ac2e19244c890bd41acbfb3dcdb%7C0%7C0%7C639150384160773005%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=mNKfeoZPwojGnvLBDZDxbniJ5d%2B9QXxneTrK0zA4%2Fqk%3D&reserved=0) If you have any questions, please contact: **[DSH-events@hkstp.org](mailto:DSH-events@hkstp.org)**

Your Gateway to Opportunity in Hong Kong’s Top Regular Business Networking Event! # [HKGHH] Premier Networking Night @LKF **Your Gateway to Opportunity in Hong Kong’s Top Regular Business Networking Event!** This is your chance to expand your professional network, spark new ideas, and forge meaningful collaborations—all over a drink or two. 🍷 Special Drink Discount & Super Special Discount for Lady Guests 💃 ### # **Why Attend?** 🤝 ***Meet Experts*** — from diverse fields like Fintec, VC, Bio-medical, Investment, Entrepreneur, Professional, AI, and beyond. 💡 ***Discover Opportunities*** — whether you're hiring, job hunting, freelancing, or looking to invest or collaborate. **Our Partners:** * ***CUHK Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club*** * ***Libra Advertising Group Worldwide*** * ***New Atlas Capital*** * ***Qiming Venture Partners*** * ***Syndicate Capital Group*** * ***Ultima Markets*** Meet these partners and other industry leaders during the event! **Event Format:** 🍹 One drink minimum (This helps secure to the venue and ensures the continuation of these networking nights!) 💌 Don’t forget to bring enough business cards! ✨ Smart casual vibe, leave those gym shorts and slippers for another day! 🌟 **RSVP Now & Share the Fun!** Register your spot today and invite your friends to join, Let’s make this the best networking event in Hong Kong! *Event Link:* [https://hongkongexperthappyhour.eventbrite.hk](https://hongkongexperthappyhour.eventbrite.hk/ "https://hongkongexperthappyhour.eventbrite.hk") *LinkedIn Updates:* [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/10490780/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/10490780/ "https://www.linkedin.com/groups/10490780/") *See You @BOOMERANG!* *Raise a glass to new connections, new projects, and new opportunities. Cheers! 🥂*

Cancer is still a major health concern, even with all the progress in medicine. In this month's talk, we’ll look at a surprising angle: how nerves around and inside solid tumours may be helping cancer grow and resist treatment. We’ll explain, in simple terms, why nerves are found in tumours, how they interact, and how this interaction can influence how fast the disease progresses and how well treatments work. You don’t need a science background to enjoy this talk, just curiosity about how our body’s own systems can sometimes be hijacked by cancer. Please RSVP so we can plan numbers with the venue.

$20 for 2 hours

Join **ProductTank Hong Kong** as we celebrate **[World Product Day 2026](https://www.mindtheproduct.com/world-product-day/)**! This year, our continuum of the Product Crossover series\* will be focusing on the evolving relationship between Product Management and Marketing in the age of AI. Whether you're a PM looking to understand the marketing funnel or a Marketer aiming to get closer to the product roadmap, this event is designed to bridge the gap and foster mutual empathy through expert sharing and hands-on workshops. \* previous years we had workshops focusing on [Product Managers x Designers](https://www.meetup.com/producttank-hong-kong/events/288118835), [Product Managers x Developers](https://www.meetup.com/producttank-hong-kong/events/301017254), and [Product Managers x Business](https://www.meetup.com/producttank-hong-kong/events/307681739) collaborations. **🏠 Event Highlights** * **Expert Keynote:** Learn from **[Brian Wong](https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-wong-41b85492/)**, Lead Product Manager at Bowtie, as he shares insights on **AI applications in B2B Marketing**. * **Interactive Workshop:** Participate in our signature "Crossover Series" where we demystify misconceptions and explore the rapid development of AI opportunities and risks. * **Networking:** Connect with fellow product and marketing professionals in the heart of Wan Chai. **📅Agenda & Rundown** * **7:00 PM: Registration & Networking** Arrive early, grab a drink, and meet the community. * **7:15 PM: Opening Remarks** Introduction to ProductTank HK and World Product Day 2026. * **7:25 PM: Keynote: AI in B2B Marketing** Brian Wong (Lead PM, Bowtie) shares real-world AI applications. * **7:55 PM: Interactive Workshop** Breakout groups (PMs x Marketers) to discuss crossover roles and AI risks. * **8:40 PM: Group Sharing & Closing** Key takeaways from the workshop and community announcements. * **9:00 PM: End of Event** Feel free to continue conversations nearby! **🏠 Event Logistics** * **Date:** May 26, 2026 (Tuesday) * **Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM * **Venue:** [Bowtie Hong Kong](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=68+Johnston+Rd+Wan+Chai+Hong+Kong), G/F, Bowtie Life Insurance Tower, 68 Johnston Rd, Wan Chai. * **Audience:** We aim for a 50:50 split between Product and Marketing roles to maximize the "Crossover" experience. Special Thanks to [Bowtie Hong Kong](https://www.bowtie.com.hk/) for sponsoring this event! **About ProductTank Hong Kong** Founded in London in 2010 and established in HK in 2017, ProductTank is the world’s largest product community. We are a meetup for product people, by product people. 📢 This event is part of the **[World Product Day 2026](https://www.mindtheproduct.com/world-product-day/)** event series. Please also check out **[the virtual meet-up on agentic AI and QoL of product managers on June 20, 2026](https://www.meetup.com/producttank-hong-kong/events/314583102)**.

**Every Friday, we connect working professionals from different industries over lunch.** **What:** Lunch with 2 people, matched by our algorithm **When:** 12:30 PM **How to join:** Follow & message us on Instagram **[@weekdaylunchclub](https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/)** https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/ 💳 Event fee will be collected prior to confirm your spot 🗣️ There will be no host — conversations flow freely 🔗 Profiles will be verified for participant safety and matching

*An intimate evening for deep rest, reflection, and renewal.* ​**Resonance and Ritual: Sound Journey & Tea Ceremony** ​Step out of the Hong Kong work rhythm and into an evening of nervous system restoration, deep presence, and gentle connection. **Resonance and Ritual** is a small-group sound journey and tea ceremony created especially for busy professionals who want to slow down without “checking out” of their lives. ​We’ll begin with a candle lighting intention ritual. Then we'll gently settle into a guided sound journey using sound bowls, chimes, and other soothing instruments to help your body release tension and your mind soften out of work mode. From there, we transition into a mindful tea ceremony, inviting you to experience tea as a grounding ritual — one sip, one breath, one shared moment at a time. ​This experience is ideal if you: * ​Feel mentally and emotionally drained from long workdays * ​Find it hard to switch off, even when you’re home * ​Miss feeling present, connected, and at ease in your own body ​**What’s included** * ​Guided sound journey (approx. 40 minutes) * ​Mindful tea ceremony with high-quality loose-leaf tea * ​Mats/props provided (you may bring your own if you prefer) * ​A calm, supportive space to integrate and reflect ​**Event details** * ​Date: Friday, 29th May * ​Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM * ​Venue: Sacred Space Therapy and Wellness Studio, Cheung Sha Wan * ​Capacity: Limited to 7 participants for depth and comfort * ​Exchange: * ​Early Bird - 375 HKD (First 3) * ​Standard - 420 HKD * ​Group (2+) - 390 HKD ​**What to bring** * ​Comfortable clothing suitable for lying down * ​A light sweater or shawl * ​Optional: journal and pen

**Every Sunday, we connect people from different industries over lunch.** **What:** Lunch with 2 people, matched by our algorithm **When:** 12:30 PM **How to join:** Follow & message us on Instagram **[@weekdaylunchclub](https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/)** https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/ 💳 There will be an event fee to be collected prior to confirm your spot 🗣️ There will be no host — conversations flow freely 🔗 Profiles will be verified for participant safety and matching

Please find the event details on the link(s) / 請點擊連結查看活動詳情: https://happywednesday.hkjc.com/zh-HK/ https://happywednesday.hkjc.com/en-US/schedule/

Free monthly networking for Columbus business owners. Real conversations, real connections, no forced formats. Space is limited. RSVP now. Most owners leave networking events with a stack of business cards and no plan. The best leads quietly slip through the cracks. Networking Night is a monthly meetup for Columbus business owners who want to build real local relationships, not just trade contact info. Every kind of local business welcome. No pitch round, no pressure, no awkward speed-networking. **This month** We are focused on referral relationships. Walk in with a clear idea of who refers people like you. Walk out having met a few owners whose work fits next to yours. **What to expect** Doors open at 6 PM. You get real conversation with other local owners, time to actually connect, and a short marketing lesson woven in. The room is reserved through 7:30 PM. **Who this is for** Any local business owner who wants to grow through relationships, not just paid ads. Service businesses, retail, home services, professional services, online owners building local presence, anyone serious about being part of the Columbus business community. **Not the right fit if** You are here to pitch the room or recruit for an MLM. **Details** * Last Thursday of every month * 6:00 to 7:30 PM * COhatch Easton * Free to attend, RSVP required, space is limited **About the host** Rita Suzanne is a local marketing strategist and the founder of Local Marketing Method. She runs Visibility is Profitability, the membership where local owners build the system that keeps their phone ringing, including tracking the referral relationships built in rooms like this one. Learn more at learnlocalmarketing.com. Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275)

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!

Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : **Reserve** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup **QUESTIONS ?** Pls Reach out to; Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)

Monthly working lunch for Columbus business owners. One specific topic, one to three actions you can run this week. You can be the best at what you do and still be invisible. If local buyers cannot find you, the phone does not ring. Marketing Monday Lunch + Learn is a monthly working lunch for Columbus business owners focused on building relationships, local networking, and local marketing. Every kind of local business welcome. No pitch round, no pressure, no upsell. **This month** Most local businesses pick one or two places to be visible and call it good. The result is inconsistent calls and a feeling that marketing is not working. We will walk through the three places every local business needs to show up, plus the fourth place most owners ignore that quietly produces the warmest leads. **What to expect** Doors open at noon. Order lunch and drinks at the cafe counter or bring your own. You get real conversation with other local owners and a focused marketing lesson. You leave knowing people and with one to three actions to run that week. The room is reserved through 1:30 PM. **Who this is for** Any local business owner who wants clearer marketing direction and real local relationships. Service businesses, retail, home services, professional services, online owners building local presence, anyone serious about being part of the Columbus business community. **Not the right fit if** You are here to pitch the room or recruit for an MLM. **Details** * Second Monday of every month * 12:00 to 1:30 PM * Good Cafe Easton, 4400 Easton Commons, Ste 150, Columbus, OH 43219 * Order lunch and drinks at the counter when you arrive * Free to attend, RSVP required, space is limited **About the host** Rita Suzanne is a local marketing strategist and the founder of Local Marketing Method. She runs Visibility is Profitability, the membership where local business owners build the system that keeps their phone ringing. Learn more at learnlocalmarketing.com. Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989964540509?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989964540509?aff=oddtdtcreator)

[ECDI Pop-Up Market Official Registration Site --> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ecdi-pop-up-market-tickets-1986071755083](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ecdi-pop-up-market-tickets-1986071755083) Celebrate Small Business Month by shopping local for food, drinks, and handcrafted gifts! Join us for the ECDI Pop‑Up Market, a celebration of local entrepreneurs during Small Business Month. Explore delicious food and drinks, discover handcrafted goods, and shop unique items from small businesses in your community. Whether you’re looking to support local makers, discover new favorites, or pick up a thoughtful gift, this market has something for everyone. **What you’ll find at the market:** * Local food and beverage vendors * Handcrafted goods and unique gifts * A chance to meet and support small business owners in your community * An easy, fun way to discover new local favorites [SCORE Central Ohio](https://www.score.org/ "https://www.score.org/") will also be on site to talk about their small business mentorship program. **Market Vendors:** Baked Goods * Shante Makes Body Care * [Bellas Natural Beauty Products](https://www.facebook.com/Bellasnaturalbeautyprod/ "https://www.facebook.com/Bellasnaturalbeautyprod/") Clothing & Accessories * [The Krafted Kollection](https://www.thekraftedkollection.com/ "https://www.thekraftedkollection.com") * [Loayza Elegant Jewelry](https://www.loayzaelegantjewelry.com/ "https://www.loayzaelegantjewelry.com/") * [Swahili House 254](https://www.swahilihouse254.com/ "https://www.swahilihouse254.com") Food/Beverage * [Aqua Pure Central Ohio](https://aquapurecentralohio.com/ "https://aquapurecentralohio.com") * [Better Beverage](https://betterbevshop.com/ "https://betterbevshop.com") * [Cherays Banana Pudding](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567527322952 "https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567527322952") * [Dr. May's Thai Kitchen](https://www.drmaysthaikitchen.com/menu "https://www.drmaysthaikitchen.com/menu") * [Kronchy LLC](https://www.kronchys.com/ "https://www.kronchys.com") * [Terra Mezcal Mexican Grill](https://terra%20mezcal%20mexican%20grill/ "https://Terra Mezcal Mexican Grill") Packaged Food * [Grow to Eat, Eat to Live](https://growtoeattolive.com/ "https://growtoeattolive.com/") * [Underworld Feast](https://underworldfeast.com/ "https://underworldfeast.com/")  Since 2004, ECDI has assisted Ohio’s entrepreneurs through their one-stop-shop business services model, suited to meet the needs of all entrepreneurs, regardless of what business stage they’re in. From providing capital to entrepreneurs looking to expand their businesses, to providing focused, business-specific educational opportunities to enhance entrepreneurial skill sets, ECDI works with their clients to meet their specific needs. Whether you merely have a business idea or are opening up your fifth location, we have helped more than 15,000 entrepreneurs to take advantage of the services we provide.

Have a small business? Ever wish you could just ask some questions around how to grow your business, get more customers or just know what the freak you are doing with sales? Now is your chance!! Every month we are hosting the "Ask an Expert" at the Columbus Metro Library, Main campus. I will be there to answer your Sales related questions. Drop-in for sales coaching designed to help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals sharpen their sales approach. Whether you have questions on how to refine your pitch, are looking to close deals more quickly, or are working on building better client relationships, Smashing Your Sales Goals Coaches are here to help. Drop-in to get expert insights, actionable strategies and real-time solutions to grow your business and generate higher profits. Drop-In Sales Coaching is FREE + OPEN to the public. No appointment needed. First come, first served. EPIC Learning created. Accelerate Columbus supported.