Startup Businesses

Join us for the first meeting of Investing Fundamentals Berlin, a new free community focused on real-world finance, investing, business analysis, and personal finance. This first session will be informal and beginner-friendly. We’ll introduce the group, discuss what people want to learn, and cover a simple question: **How do investors think about companies?** We’ll talk about the difference between analyzing a company as a customer, an employee, a public market investor, and a private equity investor. We may touch on business models, margins, growth, risk, debt, valuation, and what makes a company attractive or unattractive as an investment. No finance background is required. ALL AGES, students, professionals, founders, investors, and curious beginners are all welcome.

Du möchtest neue Menschen kennenlernen, dich mit Gleichgesinnten austauschen und einen inspirierenden Sommerabend erleben? Dann komm zum Sommerfest der Berliner Rhetorikmeister am 29. Juni im Preußenpark. Unser Sommerfest ist ein offenes Parkevent mit Bühne und einem abwechslungsreichen Programm rund um Kommunikation, persönliche Entwicklung und gemeinsames Wachstum. Im Mittelpunkt stehen die Menschen: neue Kontakte, ehrlicher Austausch, gegenseitige Inspiration und ein starkes Netzwerk. ## Das erwartet dich ### Menschen kennenlernen und vernetzen Triff offene, neugierige und engagierte Menschen aus ganz Berlin. Tausche dich aus, entdecke neue Perspektiven und knüpfe wertvolle Kontakte. ### Eröffnung durch Shuying Lu Shuying Lu, unsere VP Mitglieder, organisiert das Sommerfest und eröffnet als Präsidentin des Tages das Bühnenprogramm. ### Überraschungsredner Erlebe eine kurze Rede von einem der besten Redner aus der Berliner Toastmasters-Community. ### Mini-Workshop mit Friederike Galland Friederike ist Europameisterin bei Toastmasters und Rhetorik-Trainerin. In ihrem 15-minütigen Workshop gibt sie kompakte und direkt anwendbare Impulse. ### Spontan ans Mikro – Stegreifrede XXL Moderiert von Michael Okada, Deutscher Meister 2026 bei Toastmasters und Autor. Du bekommst eine spontane Frage und kannst dazu eine Rede von 1–2 Minuten auf der Bühne halten – ohne Vorbereitung und ohne Skript. Das Format ist locker, lebendig und auch für Einsteiger geeignet. Innerhalb von 60 Minuten gibt es bis zu 30 Redeplätze. Jeder kann teilnehmen, wenn er will. Niemand wird zum Reden verpflichtet. ## Ablauf **18:00 Uhr – Ankommen und Kennenlernen** Begegnungen, Gespräche und entspanntes Netzwerken im Park **19:00 Uhr – Beginn des Bühnenprogramms** * Eröffnung durch Shuying Lu, Präsidentin des Tages * Überraschungsredner * Mini-Workshop mit Friederike Galland * Pause * Spontan ans Mikro – Stegreifrede XXL Danach: gemeinsamer Ausklang, weitere Gespräche und neue Kontakte. ## Für wen ist die Veranstaltung geeignet? Für Toastmasters-Mitglieder, Gäste, Freunde, Rhetorik-Interessierte und alle Menschen, die Lust auf Austausch, persönliche Entwicklung und ein inspirierendes Netzwerk haben. 📍 **Ort:** Preußenpark, Berlin 📅 **Datum:** 29\. Juni 🕕 **Ankommen und Kennenlernen:** 18:00 Uhr 🎤 **Beginn des Bühnenprogramms:** 19:00 Uhr ## Links und Kontakt ☀️ **Sommerfest-Website:** [https://brm-sommerfest-2026.netlify.app/](https://brm-sommerfest-2026.netlify.app/) 🎤 **Informationen über unseren Club:** [https://www.brm-toastmasters.de/](https://www.brm-toastmasters.de/) 💬 **WhatsApp-Gruppe für Austausch und aktuelle Informationen:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KoGk3ISnoDV5zbrmx1IG8U?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KoGk3ISnoDV5zbrmx1IG8U?mode=gi_t) Lerne Menschen kennen. Wachse gemeinsam mit uns. Und feiere einen besonderen Sommerabend im Park.

**Join us for a CX Roundtable event at Soho House Berlin!** 📩 **Please note**: Attendance for attendees from app publishers only (your company must have an app) and if you have registered and received a **confirmation email** from our partners at Airship. **[Register now to reserve your spot](https://www.airship.com/events/cx-leaders-roundtable-berlin-2026/?utm_medium=partner&utm_source=customlytics&utm_campaign=260629_event_cx-roundtable-berlin_emea)**: Customlytics, Airship and Zeotap are teaming up for an exclusive Roundtable event designed for marketing decision-makers at mobile-first and app-driven companies. 🚀 Join us for an invite-only roundtable and networking session with companies such as GetYourGuide, ZEIT ONLINE, REWE Group, Onefootball, congstar & Co. dedicated to one thing: **the real, tangible and practical impact of AI on customer engagement.** ☀️ Kick off your Monday with good conversations at Soho House Berlin. We can’t wait to welcome you!

**Creative Space & Open Stage for Artists of all kinds to Connect, Share & Grow. Together.** ..all about community, creativity & collaboration. Whether You're a storyteller, musician, poet, dancer, or visual artist, this space welcomes every form of expression - step on the Stage & share Your Story. ‍ ***Every respectful person is invited to join.*** > We talk, we drink, we laugh, we get to know each other & from 8 pm onwards our creative space turns into an open Jam Session Situation - for everyone to join. ‍ **LINE UP:** **DOORS:** 7 pm **MEET & GREET + COMMUNITY OPEN STAGE:** 7 - 8 pm **JAM SESSION:** 8 - 11 pm **SET UP:** for the Jam Session there is a full band set up available incl. eDrums * no need to bring Your own instruments ‍\*\*...for more info check out www.dna-artclub.com / follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nightart.club/\*\* **See You soon :)** **Love.** **DNA.** **__________________** \*This Workshop is free for Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR ... more Info to Membership here: https://www.dna-artclub.com/membership \*\*By entering the DNA. HOUSE / DNA. CLUB, You agree to comply with the Hausordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. and Geschäftsordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. Please ensure You review these documents thoroughly in advance.

Dear VRBLN Members, Our next event is coming up. This time in collaboration with [XRCC](https://www.xrcc.events/) the biggest [XR hackathon](https://www.xrcc.events/xrcc-2026) in Europe. All the international folks that join the hackathon and conference are invited. Enjoy listening to interesting speakers, trying out the latest XR hardware and demos, meeting global & local XR folks. **Speakers:** 1. [XR4EUROPE](https://xr4europe.eu/), Shaping a United European XR Ecosystem, [Michael Barngrover](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbarngrover/), Managing Director 2. 3D Gaussian Splatting & Demo on Quest3, [Jonas Bernien](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-ber-956607885/), Developer **Call for Demos:** Reach out to [demo@vrbln.de](mailto:demo@vrbln.de) if you want to showcase your demo. **Affiliate Links:** bHaptics offers a discount for VRBLN Members. Contact [affiliate@vrbln.de](mailto:affiliate@vrbln.de) for details. **Free Drinks & Networking:** Location Sponsor: [mdh Mediadesign Hochschule](https://www.mediadesign.de/de) Drinks & Insurance Sponsor: [EDFVR e.V.](https://edfvr.org/) Cheers, VRBLN When you attend the event, you agree to this code of conduct: [http://berlincodeofconduct.org/](http://berlincodeofconduct.org/) LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8152606/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8152606/) Meetup: [https://www.vrbln.de](https://www.vrbln.de/)

**Hi Ceph Berlin Meetup Cephalopods - and especially newbies to Ceph!** **Before we start** our main meeting on **Monday June 29th 2026**, I could offer a **short introduction for people new to Ceph**. **If you are interested in a 50 min overview before the main meetup starts, please, reserve time from 17:50 to 18:40 and RSVP for attending in person. This will not be an online meeting.** **Red Hat, ℅ Design Offices,** **Leipziger Pl. 16, 10117 Berlin** **We'll meet on June 29th 2026 in front of the main entry facing the Leipziger Platz, between 17:30-17:40, so please be on time or give me a call on +49-160-92654111 in case you're late.** Watch out for somebody with a red hat. **Important: Give me a call if you are late ! You cannot enter the building or come to the office on your own.** Remember: RSVP is required so that I have an understanding whether there will be people interested in this pre-meetup meetup :-).

**Hi Ceph Berlin Meetup Cephalopods !** Let's get in touch and meet again in Berlin ! As always, it's about exchanging ideas about Ceph, what Ceph is, the latest developments in the community, and what you do or plan to do with Ceph. Please, check the themes list below for what you want to add - let me know or let's discuss it in the \`discussions\` or via \`chat\`. However, don't be shy - we all learn although some of us may be more experienced and those will be the source of your learning and experience. **We have for the actual themes this round (for now):** **Ceph intro for newbies ( 17:50 - 18:40 ): This is \*before\* the main meetup.** * What is Ceph - Ceph intro for newbies - watch out for additional invite, published separately **Main meetup ( 18:50-20:50 or longer ):** * perhaps, Ceph Days London results * no specific themes yet - please suggest or volunteer !!! * anything that's on your mind about Ceph **A little bit of housekeeping upfront:** * there will be no recording * presentations will be shared - if there are some and if it's possible * drinks and food is up to the participant :-) - so feel free to take your favorite drink and snack - we can arrange some beverage * if you have something to bring to the venue and share - food is always welcome ⇒ but check for the number of people planning to attend in person * **as we did at some time in the past too, perhaps plan for a beer/somethingElse (or two) as the "after-show" in the area around the location** **Any changes required ? Anything we should do differently ? Do you want to suggest a better time ? Any thoughts and suggestions are welcome.** Somebody has room for us and wants to offer a location to meet - let us know, the \`discussions\` is the place to do this. Since the location for in-person might be not shown, here it is: **Red Hat, ℅ Design Offices,** **Leipziger Pl. 16, 10117 Berlin** **We'll meet on June 29th 2026 in front of the main entry facing the Leipziger Platz, between 18:40-18:50, so please be on time or give me a call on +49-160-92654111 in case you're late.** **Important: Give me a call if you are late ! You cannot enter the building or come to the office on your own.** Watch out for somebody with a red hat. **Please, RSVP before Sunday 28th 2026, so that we can learn how many people will join.** See you soon ! Matthias.

Every first Friday of the month (except January), people from diverse disciplines and cultures meet to share experiences, business contacts and wine. **AGENDA**: 1. Boarding time: 18.00-18:30 2. Intro-Round 1-2 min p.p. and "Book of the month" 3. Pause 4. Part 1: The Owner Trap: How to finally Step Out of Your Own Business by Milap Singh 5. Pause 6. Diskussion-Round finish the wine and network \*\*\* **DETAILS**: From Founder-Dependent to System-Driven - A2 - Hour Workshop Sprint Is your business running you, instead of the other way around? If you are a founder or small business owner who can't take a week off without things falling apart - this session is for you. In just two hours, we'll use a hands-on Service Blueprint sprint to map how your business actually works, identify hidden bottlenecks and build a clear plan to run it without you in the loop for every decision. No slides. No theory. Just sticky notes, honest conversations and a map of your business you can immediate act on. This workshop is for you, if you are: A service-based business owner (agency, studio, salon, clinic, coach) with a small team A founder who feels like the business would stop if you stepped away for two weeks A startup operator ready to move from "figuring it out" to build repeatable systems. Facilitated by Milap - Founder of Aspire Digital Design Agency, UX Researcher & service Designer based in Berlin. Connect with Milap on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/singhmilap \*\*\* All events are free of charge. Please bring Wine/Snacks instead

**Join us for a hands-on AI prototyping afternoon at The Delta Campus.** Bring your laptop, bring an idea - and spend a few hours **building a first prototype together with other founders**, builders, and curious **AI users**. We’ll give a short intro into **vibe coding and AI prototyping**: which tools to use, how to structure your idea, how to prompt better. After that: **hands-on building**, testing, troubleshooting, and **exchanging ideas in the room**. Coffee, tea, water are on us! This event is also a **warm-up for our next AI Accelerator cohort starting in September**. We’ll briefly share what the program is about, who it is for, and how it helps startups & small businesses use AI in their daily work. **Details** 📍 Location: The Delta Campus 📅 Date: 2 July ⏰ Time: 10:00–13:00 💻 Bring: Your laptop + ideally one idea you want to prototype **Agenda** **10:00 – Welcome & short intro // AI Accelerator Cohort 2 info** AI prototyping, vibe coding, tools, prompts, and setup. **10:30 – Build session** Work on your own idea with guidance, troubleshooting, and feedback. **12:30 – Optional sharing & exchange** Show what you built, ask questions, or get feedback. Come with an idea. Leave with a first version. 🚀

​Join Berlin's biggest networking event for early stage founders in Berlin - powered by Holvi! 💛 ⚠️ **Important**: You need to follow these steps if you want to join the event: 1. Please RSVP on Meetup 2. **AND** apply through [this link](https://luma.com/0m92yb8n) for the event 3. Only if you are officially approved (you will receive an e-mail), you are eligible for the event Get out of your own well-known Community and connect with other founders at Berlin's new place to be: The Delta! 🍕 Food & Drinks on us! ⏰ Open Doors from 5:30 pm, official start at 6:30 pm (please don't miss the official start!) This quarterly gathering brings together founder communities across the city, led by HAUS OF STARTUPS and The Delta. ℹ This is not another boring meetup. It is a moderated networking experience designed to help you actually connect and support each other to move forward together! Meet founders from different Incubators and Accelerators – and maybe you will also find a program suitable for your next step: - **Berlin Startup School**: Sidepreneurship programs from idea to first investment (and a new [AI readiness program](https://www.berlinstartupschool.com/aigrowthprogram?utm_source=luma)) - **NXT LVL**: 10-week program for early stage Impact Founders (more info [here](https://nxtlx.de/en/?utm_source=luma)) - **MediaTech Hub Accelerator:** 9-month online program for early-stage MediaTech startups, connecting founders to a strong media and tech network, international trade fair opportunities, C-level media industry leaders, and public funding opportunities in Brandenburg (more info[ here](https://mth-potsdam.de/en/accelerator/)) ...and many more from Berlin's startup ecosystem like Startup Incubator Berlin (SIB), Avant Now, etc. ⚠️ Because of the size of the venue, the spots are limited. So we kindly ask you to only apply for a seat, if you are an **early stage founder**! (Strictly founders, no service providers, no corporates, etc.)! About our sponsor, **Holvi**: [Holvi](https://www.holvi.com/de-en/lp/haus-of-startup/) is your smart business account that helps you manage your finances, so you can focus on what really matters: your business. With up to 10 IBANs, intuitive accounting tools, and seamless integrations like DATEV and sevdesk, Holvi keeps everything under control. Plus, you can now earn returns on your capital and organise multiple accounts for total financial clarity. *Claim your 3 free months [here](https://www.holvi.com/de-en/lp/haus-of-startup/)!* About our campus, **The Delta**: [The Delta](https://thedelta.io/berlin/welcome) is Berlin’s curated workspace and community hub for founders, builders, and creatives. More than just a co-working space, it is the home of The Delta’s venture ecosystem, a physical place for exchange, collaboration, and scalable growth. This is where ventures, investors, and innovators come together to create real impact. *You want to sit with us? Get 20% off with the code "HAUS20".* About us, **HAUS OF STARTUPS**: "[HAUS](https://hausofstartups.com/)" organizes moderated networking events for early stage founders. In addition to that, we offer a platform with everything you need to level-up your startup journey: find your next startup program or discounts for tools, free tickets for events! *It's free!* We are more than excited to see you and to make sure you make great connections! 🍏 Want to help fight food waste? Eat it all up through [SIRPLUS](https://sirplus.de/?utm_source=luma)! Get 20% off with the code "Haus20".

Only 1% of Venture Capital reaches all-female teams. Nina Wöss is on a mission to change that. ### Gender-diverse and and all-female startups receive just 9% of all venture capital according to the latest Female Founders Monitor 2025 published by Start-Up Verband Germany and Bertelsmann Stiftung in 2025. These numbers have not changed much in the last 10 years. New ideas are needed to change a system that is not leveraging all its potential. Creating new specialized venture funds is one solution. In this session, Nina Wöss—Managing Partner of the VC Fund F tells us what motivated her to found a venture capital fund specializing in gender-diverse founders only. Fund F writes cheques of up to EUR 600k, acts as lead investor, and brings an active follow-on policy—backed by a team of entrepreneurs, investors, and operators who provide hands-on support and connections to their portfolio companies. Nina will also pull back the curtain on how VCs actually think and what they look for. She previously founded the Female Founders Community with 83.000 members all over Europe and is a leading figure in Austria’s VC Scene. #### 💡 What you will learn * What **VC funds in general and Fund F** in particular **looks for in early-stage startups** and how to get on their radar * Why **gender-diverse teams outperform** all-male teams * **Concrete steps** you can take today to **strengthen your fundraising position** This event is brought to you by **SIBB Incubator**, who supports founders building the future of cybersecurity, trustworthy AI, and deep tech. #### 🧑🏻‍🏫 Speaker **Nina Wöss - *Managing Partner, Fund F*** * **Founder** and **Managing Partner** of **Fund F**, Austria's first VC fund specifically for female and gender-diverse founding teams * **Co-founder** of **Female Founders Global** (since 2016), one of Europe's largest communities for female entrepreneurs * **Former Principal** at **Speedinvest** * **Former COO** at **AVCO** (Austrian Private Equity & Venture Capital Organisation) * MSc in **Strategic Management**, WU Vienna * **Active in the startup ecosystem** since 2012 ***Moderated by: Etta Dannemann in her role as head coach.*** Etta Dannemann moderates the event in her role as Startup Coach at the SIBB Incubator. As a solopreneur, trainer, and architect by education, she loves creating new things — but even more, supporting others as they build and grow. Etta is passionate about empowering women in tech, helping them turn their ideas into action and leave their unique mark on the world. #### 🎯 Who is this event for * **Gender diverse teams** and **female founders** who are preparing a **funding round** * Anyone who wants to **understand** **how VCs think** * **Startup ecosystem** professionals, accelerator participants, and/or incubator members We look forward to seeing you! Come with your questions, and an appetite for honest answers about the funding landscape.

Builders meet builders. No pitching. No forced icebreakers. Just real conversations. Format: \- 18:00 – Doors open \- 18:30 – Same\-industry round \- 19:30 – Cross\-industry round \- 20:00 – Open floor Name tags with a 2–3 word industry tag. Two facilitated rounds. You leave with people you actually want to follow up with. English-speaking. All nationalities welcome. → Register on Luma (spots limited, approval required): https://luma.com/yekd1bbf

Wir freuen uns Euch einen speziellen Abend mit Dinner & DJ bieten zu können. Dinner Kosten sind erschwinglich und das Essen ist extravagant und griechisch modern. Ein kleiner Sommerurlaub in Berlin mit DJ Vibes und Tanzmöglichkeit, wenn Ihr möchtet. Dinner ist nicht inkludiert und muss extra gebucht werden. Getränke sind auf Selbstzahler Basis ausser dem Willkommenstrunk für unsere Mitglieder. Cosmopolitan Business Club | Berlin Haftungsausschluss: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/en/disclaimer AGB: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/terms-and-conditions Datenschutz: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/en/privacy-policy SMS Nutzungsbedingungen: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/sms-nutzungsbedingungen

​Join Berlin's biggest networking event for early stage founders in Berlin - powered by Holvi! 💛 ⚠️ **Important**: You need to follow these steps if you want to join the event: 1. Please RSVP on Meetup 2. **AND** apply through [this link](https://luma.com/0m92yb8n) for the event 3. Only if you are officially approved (you will receive an e-mail), you are eligible for the event Get out of your own well-known Community and connect with other founders at Berlin's new place to be: The Delta! 🍕 Food & Drinks on us! ⏰ Open Doors from 5:30 pm, official start at 6:30 pm (please don't miss the official start!) This quarterly gathering brings together founder communities across the city, led by HAUS OF STARTUPS and The Delta. ℹ This is not another boring meetup. It is a moderated networking experience designed to help you actually connect and support each other to move forward together! Meet founders from different Incubators and Accelerators – and maybe you will also find a program suitable for your next step: - **Berlin Startup School**: Sidepreneurship programs from idea to first investment (and a new [AI readiness program](https://www.berlinstartupschool.com/aigrowthprogram?utm_source=luma)) - **NXT LVL**: 10-week program for early stage Impact Founders (more info [here](https://nxtlx.de/en/?utm_source=luma)) - **MediaTech Hub Accelerator:** 9-month online program for early-stage MediaTech startups, connecting founders to a strong media and tech network, international trade fair opportunities, C-level media industry leaders, and public funding opportunities in Brandenburg (more info[ here](https://mth-potsdam.de/en/accelerator/)) ...and many more from Berlin's startup ecosystem like Startup Incubator Berlin (SIB), Avant Now, etc. ⚠️ Because of the size of the venue, the spots are limited. So we kindly ask you to only apply for a seat, if you are an **early stage founder**! (Strictly founders, no service providers, no corporates, etc.)! About our sponsor, **Holvi**: [Holvi](https://www.holvi.com/de-en/lp/haus-of-startup/) is your smart business account that helps you manage your finances, so you can focus on what really matters: your business. With up to 10 IBANs, intuitive accounting tools, and seamless integrations like DATEV and sevdesk, Holvi keeps everything under control. Plus, you can now earn returns on your capital and organise multiple accounts for total financial clarity. *Claim your 3 free months [here](https://www.holvi.com/de-en/lp/haus-of-startup/)!* About our campus, **The Delta**: [The Delta](https://thedelta.io/berlin/welcome) is Berlin’s curated workspace and community hub for founders, builders, and creatives. More than just a co-working space, it is the home of The Delta’s venture ecosystem, a physical place for exchange, collaboration, and scalable growth. This is where ventures, investors, and innovators come together to create real impact. *You want to sit with us? Get 20% off with the code "HAUS20".* About us, **HAUS OF STARTUPS**: "[HAUS](https://hausofstartups.com/)" organizes moderated networking events for early stage founders. In addition to that, we offer a platform with everything you need to level-up your startup journey: find your next startup program or discounts for tools, free tickets for events! *It's free!* We are more than excited to see you and to make sure you make great connections! 🍏 Want to help fight food waste? Eat it all up through [SIRPLUS](https://sirplus.de/?utm_source=luma)! Get 20% off with the code "Haus20".

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

**[Official registration site --> https://luma.com/du41v0tg](https://luma.com/du41v0tg)** **[You must register and will receive an approval/confirmation](https://luma.com/du41v0tg).** We’re taking HustleBus from Columbus to **Black Tech Week in Cincinnati** for a high-signal, founder-only experience focused on community, collaboration, and momentum. ​ **Why Black Tech Week?** ​Black Tech Week is one of the best rooms in Ohio to meet builders, operators, investors, and ecosystem leaders. Expect meaningful connections, great energy, and programming that spotlights founders and what’s being built. ​ What’s included (thank you to our sponsors Huntington Bank, Burton D Morgan Foundation, and Lightship Foundation) * ​Founder-only HustleBus transportation (free) * ​**Black Tech Week ticket comped** for HustleBus participants (must register with code) * And much more! There are limited seats on the Hustle Bus, so if this sounds like something you want to get in on, register today * Learn more and Register here --> [https://luma.com/du41v0tg](https://luma.com/du41v0tg)

Get ready to connect, collaborate, and grow your community at the ***Smashing Your Sales Goals (SYSG) Fall Meet-N-Greet!*** *Smash Nation*— a vibrant and welcoming community for creative consultants, social innovators, professional service providers, entrepreneur support professionals, and the small business ecosystem builders —invites you to join in welcoming the Spring 2026 Cohort of dedicated business owners ready to take their venture to the next level. Join ***SYSG*** cohort members, trainers, sponsors, and partners for an engaging and interactive networking experience. This isn't just another meet-and-greet; it's a dynamic opportunity to gather, strengthen relationships, and actively brainstorm business development opportunities in a relaxed and supportive environment. Come ready to: * ***Connect*** with key players and potential collaborators in the small business community. * ***Share*** your successes, challenges, and insights with peers. * ***Brainstorm*** innovative strategies for sales and business growth. * ***Discover*** new partnerships and future partners. Let's amplify our collective impact and smash those sales goals together! **Who Should Attend:** Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025 Cohort Members, Spring 2026 Cohort members, Trainers, Facilitators, Program Sponsors, Future Sponsors, Velocity Applicants, and Program Partners. **When**: Tuesday, August 11, 2926 **Where**: Warner Wood Park and Pavilion [4747 Central College Road, Columbus, OH 43081](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Warner+Woods+Park+%26+Pavilion/@40.0999435,-82.8601323,839m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x88385f0025d4381b:0xc15eb51285691f4f!8m2!3d40.1002108!4d-82.8612015!16s%2Fg%2F11wb2pg50g?authuser=0&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwNS4yIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) **Time**: 4pm-6pm [To Officially Register Go To --> https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/W0CGLL8jvz4EkLNK5jav?notrack=true](https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/W0CGLL8jvz4EkLNK5jav?notrack=true) Meet ***Smashing Your Sales Goals*** expert trainers, sales coaches, community supporters and partners. Learn more about upcoming SYSG events, trainings coaching opportunities to help take your business from surviving to thriving today! This event is FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC!

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)

Join us for lunch and meet our very successful group. We are each others sales team...always looking for referrals for our members. If you are looking for new clients, let us help you out! Bring your business cards and brochures to share with us. We have a speaker each week so that we can learn about their business. Because we have only one member per business, we have many of the spots filled. However, we are specifically looking for an estate attorney, a handyman/electrician, and an event planner. We have referrals for you! All visitors are welcome. Any questions contact [pmarchio@farmersagent.com](mailto:pmarchio@farmersagent.com)

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

**Practical Curiosity: Learning from Everyday Data** How do we actually get better at utilizing our day-to-day data? Fancy dashboards and complex models might look nice and draw attention, but that’s not where most of us spend our time. In fact those shiny outputs frequently sit unused, while the real insights are drawn from the analyst’s daily practice. Sometimes it’s as simple and as powerful as noticing that a segment is shrinking, a channel is underused, or certain links keep getting all the clicks. There’s many different places that the spark of insight can come from, but you have to keep your head in the data and know where to look. In this session, we’ll explore real-world examples of how segmentation, testing, and click behavior can uncover practical digital marketing opportunities. You’ll leave with inspiration for your own use cases, along with a few simple ways to ask better questions, spot meaningful patterns, and make smarter decisions without overcomplicating it. **About Our Speaker:** [Elaine Armbruster](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainearmbruster/) is a Director of Digital Experience at the [American Diabetes Association](https://diabetes.org/), where she focuses on using data and insights to create smarter, more effective digital experiences. A lifelong Columbus resident, she has built her career in email marketing and the broader digital user journey, and is finding she most enjoys working in the messy middle where systems, data, and big ideas don’t quite line up yet. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)