B2B Networking

Join us for an evening of fresh perspectives on Content Management Systems beyond the WordPress bubble. This Meetup is all about broadening horizons. Looking at how different CMS approach common problems, what they do particularly well (or not so well), and what we as WordPress professionals can learn from them. Instead of chasing a single “best CMS,” we’ll explore why different projects need different tools and how ideas from other ecosystems can inspire better solutions in our daily WordPress work. Expect practical insights, honest comparisons, and plenty of room for discussion. 🕡 **18:30 live**, SAE Vienna, Kaisersaal ⏱️ **18:45 – Thomas Kräftner** **“An Inspirational Tour Through Other CMS”** The web is as diverse as the Content Management Systems behind it. Rather than attempting yet another exhaustive CMS comparison or ranking, Thomas takes a more pragmatic and refreshing approach: a curated tour through selected aspects, strengths, and weaknesses of different systems. In this fast-paced “speed run,” we’ll look at WordPress, Drupal, Neos, and Kirby, each representing different philosophies and solutions to familiar challenges. Along the way, Thomas highlights what we can take back into our own WordPress projects. The talk is intentionally subjective and designed to spark discussion, so bring your own experiences and opinions from the CMS world. Slides in German: [https://kraftner.com/talks/cms-streifzug/](https://kraftner.com/talks/cms-streifzug/) Slides in English: [https://kraftner.com/talks/cms-tour/](https://kraftner.com/talks/cms-tour/) [Thomas Kräftner](https://kraftner.com/) is a freelance web developer with 18+ years of professional experience and a strong focus on WordPress. With a background in Information Design, he combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of content, accessibility, and visual clarity. Active in the WordPress community in Vienna, Thomas has spoken at WordCamps and previously co-organized both the WP Vienna Meetup and WordCamp Vienna. ⏱️ **19:30 – Gernot Ploiner** **TYPO3: A Practical Introduction to an Enterprise-Ready CMS** With more than 20 years of hands-on experience, [Gernot](https://www.webprofil.at) introduces TYPO3 as a powerful and reliable CMS for long-term, scalable web projects. He explains why TYPO3 is often the CMS of choice for enterprise environments and complex requirements. The talk covers key strengths such as the dedicated TYPO3 Security Team, advanced multilingual features, editorial workflows with workspaces, strong performance, and an editor-friendly backend. From a developer’s perspective, Gernot also gives insights into modern TYPO3 development: local setups with DDEV, clean object-oriented architectures using Extbase, Symfony-based concepts, and building custom extensions for professional projects. Whether you’re a WordPress developer, agency owner, or simply curious about how other CMS solve familiar problems, this Meetup will give you new ideas, useful comparisons, and plenty of inspiration—plus good conversations with fellow web folks. See you in Vienna! 🍻 ★ Speaker wanted! Please contact [Dominik Liss](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/members/246758606/) ★ Hosts: [Martin Mucha](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/members/197717198/), [Helmut Wandl](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/members/262238827/) & [Dominik Liss](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/members/246758606/) 🕡 18:30 live, SAE-Vienna, Kaisersaal 🕘 20:45 Lokalwechsel: Stuwer am Schottentor, [https://stuwer.com](https://stuwer.com) \*\*\* Many thanks to our sponsors: 💛 Martin Mucha e.U. [https://martinmucha.at](https://martinmucha.at) 🩵 Helmut Wandl [https://helmutwandl.com](https://helmutwandl.com) 💜 Dominik Liss [https://dominikliss.com](https://dominikliss.com) 💚 WP-Stars – WordPress agency for complex platforms, e-commerce and website. [https://wp-stars.com](https://wp-stars.com) 🧡 SAE – Austria's leading addresses for education and training in the media sector. [https://sae.at](https://sae.at) \*\*\*

Ausschreibungen sind ein zentraler und oft unterschätzter Bestandteil professioneller Requirements-Arbeit. Ausschreibungen verbinden fachliche Anforderungen, rechtliche Rahmenbedingungen und wirtschaftliche Interessen. Und entscheiden nicht selten über den Erfolg ganzer Projekte. In diesem Meetup beleuchten wir Ausschreibungen aus **drei komplementären Perspektiven**: 👉 aus Sicht des Auftraggebers, 👉 des Bieters und 👉 des Software-Herstellers, der beide Welten zusammenbringen will. 🔹 **Speaker 1** – Simon Gemel (Business Analyst) gibt Einblicke aus erster Hand in die Erstellung und Begleitung einer Ausschreibung für das Parlament: Wie entstehen Anforderungen in diesem Kontext? Welche Herausforderungen gibt es auf Auftraggeberseite und was macht eine gute Ausschreibung wirklich aus? 🔹 **Speaker 2** – Armin Fürst ([TechTalk](https://techtalk.at/)) bringt die Perspektive eines Unternehmens ein, das regelmäßig an Ausschreibungen mit dem klaren Ziel teilnimmt, diese zu gewinnen: Worauf achten Bieter? Wo gehen Anforderungen oft verloren? Und wie unterscheiden sich „formal korrekt“ und „inhaltlich überzeugend“? 🔹 **Speaker 3** – Gerhard Hipfinger ([openFORCE](https://openforce.com/)) stellt eine Software-Lösung vor, die genau an dieser Schnittstelle ansetzt: Wie kann intelligentes Matchmaking zwischen Anforderungen und Angeboten Auftraggeber und Anbieter gleichermaßen unterstützen und Reibungsverluste reduzieren? 👉 Das Meetup richtet sich an **Business Analysten, Requirements Engineers, Product Owner, Architekten, Auftraggeber, Juristen und alle**, die Anforderungen formulieren, bewerten oder in Ausschreibungen damit arbeiten. Freut euch auf **Praxisberichte, unterschiedliche Blickwinkel und konkrete Learnings** und für Diskussion und Austausch mit der BA-Community. 🕑 **Agenda** 👉 Einlass ab 17:30 👉 Start der Vorträge um 18:00 🙌 **Über unseren Sponsor…** Der Veranstaltungsort wird von **[TechTalk](https://techtalk.at/)** gesponsert. Essen & Getränke gesponsert vom **[IIBA Austria Chapter](https://austria.iiba.org/).** 🍻 **🎤 Call for Speakers & Sponsoren!** Und wenn du selbst etwas erzählen willst oder eine Idee für einen Talk hast, dann melde dich einfach. Auch suchen wir nicht nur Sprecher, sondern neue Lokationen zum Vortragen. 👉 **RSVP now!** Die Plätze sind begrenzt, also melde dich bitte an. Wie immer freuen wir uns sehr auf dich! Wir freuen uns auf eine rege Diskussion!

🔸Join us every **Wednesday** from **18:45** to **21:15** at "La Villa Atelier", Hasenauerstraße 38, 1190, Vienna, for our **instructed** figure drawing session. Each session starts with a 30 minute demonstration showcasing all necessary tools and skillsets for a successful figure drawing. In-depth feedback is offered if desired by the participant. We will go over all fundamental drawing skillsets. Price: **150€** for **5 sessions** **105€** for **3 sessions** **80€** for **2 sessions** **Combo Deal** together with **Drawing Fundamentals**: **190€** for **5 sessions Drawing Fundamentals + Figure Drawing** Limited spots available.

Let's start our regular meetups again! All yarn crafters (knitters, crocheters, yarn spinner, yarn witches, etc.) and masters of other crafts are invited to come and join us. Let's bring our needles, hooks, yarn and work together on our latest projects while catching up and getting to know each other :) please note that the number of participants on Meetup is limited because not everyone is registering on meetup and registering via our whatsapp group. If you would like to join our group, drop me a line :) All levels are welcome! Whether your a needle ninja or a crochet padawan, you will find here a community to welcome you and help you on your crafting journey!

🔸Join us every **Wednesday** from **18:00** to **18:45** at "La Villa Atelier", Hasenauerstraße 38, 1190, Vienna, for our **instructed** **DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS WORKSHOP**, right before our Figure Drawing Workshop. Each session starts with a demonstration showcasing important drawing fundamentals. We will go over all fundamental drawing skillsets. **In-depth feedback** is offered if desired by the participant. Price: **60€** for **5 sessions** **Combo Deal** together with **Figure** **Drawing**: **190€** for **5 sessions Drawing Fundamentals + Figure Drawing** Limited spots available.

**Leader of the session:** [IICV Calendar](https://www.iicv.at/event-calendar) **What is it ?** An open improv session for all experience levels. Come play, explore, and have fun in a supportive, low-pressure environment. **Want to learn improv?** Check this out: [https://www.iicv.at/improvclass](https://www.iicv.at/improvclass) **Want to practice regularly improv in a small group for an affordable price?** Check this out: [https://www.iicv.at/improv-tuesday](https://www.iicv.at/improv-tuesday) **Already intermediate in improv?** Check this out: [https://www.iicv.at/intermediate-classes](https://www.iicv.at/intermediate-classes) **How to register ?** Meetup registration opens on **Sunday 13:00** for the following Wednesday meetup. Should your plans change, we kindly ask you to **cancel.** For security reason, you cannot join the session if you did not registered. **How much ?** Free for IICV members\* 10 Euros for everybody else. You can pay contactless or cash. \* go to [iicv.at](https://www.iicv.at/) to become a member (13EUR per month until you cancel your membership). **Anything to report?** Please give us an anonymous [feedback](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1oidbMUMs_Zz-rSQ9O4HcR_axPG_zvUb1dc1ssG5IWaw/edit) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Meetup priority**: Please do not enroll to meetup priority!!! You can enroll to any open session without having it (just close the adv. window). **Being meetup priority will not give you any advantage in the waiting list** neither as we will insure to respect the real order of priority. **Photograph policy**: Please be aware that photos will be taken during the open session for social media and newsletters. Before any photos are taken, we ask participants for their consent and provide an opportunity to opt out. **Code of Conduct**: We are a Vienna-based international community seeking to explore, play, practice, and perform improvised arts in a group setting. In treating this space with integrity and professionalism, we are committed to facilitating a harassment-free space for all persons regardless of cultural background, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race, etc. Therefore, the IICV will not tolerate any inappropriate behaviour as per our [Code Of Conduct](https://www.iicv.at/code-of-conduct). Repeated violations of our guidelines can and will result in warnings, removal from sessions, or cancelation of membership. The **International Improv Community in Vienna** IICV e.V. ZVR Nr:1236421179

Social meetup and making friends 💎Would you like to make new friends? ⛳️After a long day at work, what’s better than to communicate with great people, good vibes, and city views? Let’s meet, chat, and enjoy the evening together! ✨Participation fee is 2€ (cash). Donations are welcome ✨ 💎This is your chance to: • Meet new people and catch up with familiar faces • Share stories • Exchange contacts and grow your circle • Soak in the winter vibe💫 ⭐️Please register if you go and unregister if you don’t go. Join us on WhatsApp and Instagram and don’t miss new events 🔥 https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr https://chat.whatsapp.com/ERvtYIUDqtHLtVwwytpKLZ

🔹 Business lunch& Networking in Vienna Looking to meet like-minded professionals, potential clients, or future partners? Join us for a relaxed Business Breakfast & Networking event in a warm, friendly atmosphere — no stiff pitches, no boring presentations. What to expect: ☕️ Business breakfast 🤝 Live networking 🗣 Opportunity to introduce yourself and your business 📇 Exchange contacts 💡 New ideas, insights, and valuable connections The format is friendly and structured: every participant will have space to talk about themselves and their project. ⸻ 📍 Where: Zoku Vienna 🕚 When: Saturday, 14.00-16.00 💶 Participation fee: €15 per person (cash) and order a drink or food ⸻ Who should join: ✔️ Entrepreneurs ✔️ Freelancers ✔️ Business owners ✔️ Startup founders ✔️ Anyone growing a project and valuing meaningful connections ⸻ ⚠️ Limited spots available (to keep networking effective, personal, and high-quality) 👉 Register in advance and come connect, share, and grow your network 🚀✨

Business lunch& Networking in Vienna Looking to meet like-minded professionals, potential clients, or future partners? Join us for a relaxed Business Breakfast & Networking event in a warm, friendly atmosphere — no stiff pitches, no boring presentations. What to expect: ☕️ Business breakfast 🤝 Live networking 🗣 Opportunity to introduce yourself and your business 📇 Exchange contacts 💡 New ideas, insights, and valuable connections The format is friendly and structured: every participant will have space to talk about themselves and their project. ⸻ 📍 Where: Zoku Vienna 🕚 When: Saturday, 14.00-16.00 💶 Participation fee: €15 per person (cash) and order a drink or food ⸻ Who should join: ✔️ Entrepreneurs ✔️ Freelancers ✔️ Business owners ✔️ Startup founders ✔️ Anyone growing a project and valuing meaningful connections ⸻ ⚠️ Limited spots available (to keep networking effective, personal, and high-quality) 👉 Register in advance and come connect, share, and grow your network 🚀✨

⭐ Business Speed Networking Vienna Make connections. Find opportunities. Meet inspiring people. Looking to expand your professional circle and actually enjoy the process? This business speed networking event in Vienna is designed for people who value real conversations, not superficial small talk. 💎Participation fee is 10€ (cash) and order a drink 💼 What to expect: Structured speed networking with short one-to-one conversations. Each round lasts about 10 minutes, then you meet a new person. Clear format, easy flow, and a professional office-style environment. 🤝 Who it’s for: Entrepreneurs, freelancers, startup founders, managers, and professionals from different industries who want to connect, exchange ideas, and explore collaboration opportunities. ⭐️ The atmosphere: Focused, respectful, and business-oriented. Come for the networking. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new contacts — and new opportunities 💬✨

Looking for consistent rhythm in your work? Been putting something off for too long? Join us for our Weekly Co-Working Session in the excellent **Jaz in the City** — and let’s get it done, together. 📲 **Want** **to** **connect** with others before/after? Looking for extra support and accountability: Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K6LidaoQhe16wZ0Se9pNM6), Keep in touch via [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nocrastinationclub/) This is a **reliable**, safe, supportive in-person space to move through procrastination with presence and companionship. Whether you’re working on admin tasks, tax returns, writing, creative/coding projects, or simply clearing up your inbox — bring whatever needs getting done and we’ll focus gently beside you. After a 30' intro and goal setting session, we will go through 3 **Pomodoro** **sessions** of 45' focused work and 15' breaks in between. 🕐 **Time**: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 **Location**: Jaz in the City – Ground Floor long table: Windmühlgasse 28, 1060 Vienna 💻 **Bring**: Your laptop(& charger), journal, creative tools, or anything you’ve been procrastinating on 🌿 **Hosted by**: NoCrastination. See you across from the ground floor bar ✨ you will see us sitting at the long table with our laptops ☕ Please do order something from the bar, so as to keep us in their good graces! Espresso: €3.5, Americano: €4.5, Latte: €5.5. Donations to support the community are voluntary and welcome. 🌱 **What to Expect** * **Welcoming space**: we meet in the creative, cozy lobby of the **Jaz in the City** * **Social start**: intro from **1:00 to 1:30 PM**, we mingle, get to know each other and share goals; our first focus session begins at **1:30 PM.** However, **drop in anytime** if you can't make the intro session — stay for a bit or settle in for the whole session * **Clarify your goals**: write down your measurable tasks for the day on a Post-it when you arrive, or join us for the 30' intro session where we introduce ourselves and share our goals for the day * **Enough spaces**: main table is for quiet focus, multiple nearby tables for casual conversation, and sofa's in the back for taking video calls(be mindful that the hotel music is always on in the background). After each focus session, if you’re still in the flow, feel free to remain seated — no need to move. If you're up for a chat, we can move to a social area for a relaxed break * **Pomodoro-style rhythm**: We work in 45' focus blocks followed by 15' social breaks. If 45' feels too long, feel free to break it into two 20' focus sessions with a short 5' reset in between. You’ll need to self-regulate these shorter cycles, just tune into your own flow and rejoin when ready * **Quiet companionship**: no pressure to talk during focus time — just shared presence and support 💡 **New to Pomodoro?** Don’t worry — we’ll guide you gently. No apps or timers needed. **🪑Seating information:** * If this is your first time joining us, please look for **Vlad** when you arrive in front of the **Ground Floor Bar** (not at the hotel reception). * There is a **long table with about 12 seats** for those joining the **peer accountability session** — please arrive on time if you’d like to sit here. * There are also **round tables nearby** for anyone who prefers a more flexible setup. * If you’d like to **work independently (without the Pomodoro sessions),** but still be part of the group energy, just let **Vlad** know — we’ll make sure you’re comfortably included. 💛 💬 Why Join? * Beat procrastination with gentle accountability * Reclaim your momentum without doing it alone * Enjoy a change of scenery that boosts your focus * Be part of a community that shows up — without hustle Bring your project. Bring your presence. Let’s work side-by-side. 💚

⭐️Speed Networking Vienna Make connections. Find opportunities. Meet new friends. ⭐️Looking to expand your circle, meet inspiring people and actually enjoy the process? This is not just about business contacts — it’s about real human connection, shared interests and new friendships that can grow into something meaningful. 🔄 How it works: 10-minute one-to-one chats, new person each round. Easy, natural and relaxed — no awkward vibes, no forced conversations. ⭐️Perfect for people from different professions who want to connect, collaborate, exchange ideas and simply meet great new people. 💎Price 10€ (cash) and order a drink 📌 Limited spots – registration required. Come for the networking. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new contacts and new friends. 💬✨ Join us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr

**Written in the Stars: A Valentine’s 2026 Unique Connection** 2026 is off to an electric start! With the stars realigning in ways we haven’t seen in decades, there’s a massive "cosmic pulse" calling us to rethink how we perceive and express love, how we relate, how we open our hearts. Whether you're celebrating a partnership or honoring your own journey, this Valentine's edition is designed to help you navigate the language of the heart. Why Astrology for the Heart? Astrology is more than just "Who am I compatible with?" It’s a symbolic map 🌌 that reveals our deepest needs for intimacy, security, and joy. By understanding your birth chart, you’re not just looking at a map of the sky—you’re looking at a map of your own capacity to love and be loved. 💫 What Makes This Special: Forget the clichés. This isn't a speed-dating night or a lecture on why you should avoid Aries. Instead, expect a **fun, soul-centered guided experience** that blends astrological insight with creative journaling ✍️ and heart-opening meditation 🧘. You’ll have the chance to: * **Decode your "Love Language"** through your Venus and Moon placements. * **Explore 2026’s rare alignments** and what they mean for your relationships. The flow of the evening: Every session is a journey, and for this special Valentine’s edition, we’re focusing on the **Magic of Affinity**. * 🌙 **The Gathering:** We’ll open with a warm introduction, setting our intentions for the heart-space we’re creating together. * ⭐ **The Exploration:** Guided exercises in small groups to help you "read" the romantic and social potential in your own chart. * 💬 **The Reflection:** We’ll wrap up with an open discussion on the 2026 shifts and a Q&A to demystify any burning astrological questions. Who should attend: Whether you’re a complete beginner 🌱 or a seasoned stargazer, you are welcome here. This is a space for everyone—singles, couples, and "it’s complicateds" alike. PS: A contribution of €10 per person will be collected to cover the organization, energy and cookies. Additional donations are most welcome. > **Pro-Tip:** Please have your birth chart ready! If you don't have one, I recommend generating a free one at **astro.com** before we begin.

#### Turn Streaming Data into Instant Dashboards with AWS & CrateDB #### Join us in Vienna for a guided deep dive into real-time analytics on AWS, co-hosted with AWS and CrateDB. In this session, we’ll walk you through how modern, event-driven data pipelines turn streaming data into instant, actionable dashboards without the need to code or bring a laptop. Together with experts from AWS and CrateDB, we’ll explore a fully managed analytics architecture on AWS, from event ingestion and real-time processing to storage, analysis, and visualization. Using Amazon MSK, AWS Lambda, CrateDB Cloud, and Grafana, we’ll demonstrate how cloud-native services work seamlessly together to deliver low-latency insights at scale. As a highlight of the event, you’ll visit an Amazon distribution center, gaining first-hand insights into Amazon’s supply chain and operations. Using real-world examples from Amazon’s retail and logistics business, we’ll also show how data and artificial intelligence are used to improve customer experience, increase efficiency, and reduce operational costs. [Register now](https://hubs.ly/Q040sF490) ## Why You Should Attend * Learn how AWS-managed services enable real-time, event-driven analytics with minimal operational complexity * Understand how streaming, time-series, and semi-structured data can be analyzed in real time using SQL * See how live dashboards and monitoring enable faster, data-driven decisions * Gain exclusive insights into Amazon’s logistics operations and data-driven innovation * Connect with peers from the data, cloud, and architecture community over drinks and refreshments ☕🍩 [Join us](https://hubs.ly/Q040sF490) ## Who Should Join * Developers and data engineers working with event streams or analytics pipelines * Solution architects designing modern, real-time platforms * Technology leaders exploring modern, cloud-native data platforms * Anyone eager to explore the next generation of streaming data technologies **Seats are limited. [Reserve your spot now!](https://hubs.ly/Q040sF490)**

**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.*

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!

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!

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!