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Asian Food Lovers - Singles Meetup Malvern (under 45 yrs )
Hosted by WinkMe Asia at [Nur Uyghur Restaurant](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=510e45d5bbaac7ed961c8e5030b670bdeb624b7db59fd3b953bc0640bfda0168JmltdHM9MTc3Mjc1NTIwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=116ae084-f2d8-6f9d-236a-f783f30d6e41&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmluZy5jb20vYWxpbmsvbGluaz91cmw9aHR0cHMlM2ElMmYlMmZib29raW5ncy53b3dhcHBzLmNvbSUyZm1ha2UtYm9va2luZyUyZm51cnV5Z2h1cnJlc3RhdXJhbnQlM2ZzcmMlM2R3ZWImc291cmNlPXNlcnAtbG9jYWwmaD1mNmZrbkJPdmx0Z2xHdUolMmZsQ3F0QVlMYzVwaXolMmJmelV3WG9xdElFNmtVVSUzZCZwPWx3X21hZ3NtbHQmaWc9NjZBQjRCOEE0RDk1NDg5RjhCQTBDRDJGOUM5OTVFQTcmeXBpZD1ZTjJBODA0MjM3RTMzMjcxNDE&ntb=1) in Malvern
Join us for a relaxed and engaging evening designed for singles who share a love for Asian cuisine and meaningful connections.
This is not a loud party or awkward speed dating session — it’s a thoughtfully curated social night where great food and natural conversations come together.
Agenda for the Evening
6:45 PM – Arrival & Welcome Mingling
Guests arrive, grab a drink, and casually mingle. Our hosts will help break the ice and introduce you to others.
7:00 PM – Shared Dining Experience
We’ll enjoy a curated Asian dining experience together. Sharing food makes conversations flow naturally and keeps the atmosphere warm and relaxed.
8:00 PM – Guided Connection Rounds
Lightly structured rotations or small group conversations to help everyone meet more people without pressure.
9:00 PM – Open Social Time
Stay, chat, exchange contacts, and continue conversations with those you connected with.
✨ What to Expect
• A welcoming, friendly crowd of singles
• Balanced male–female ratio (where possible)
• Relaxed atmosphere — no pressure, no games
• Quality conversations over great Asian food
• Hosts who ensure no one feels left out
• A mix of professionals and like-minded individuals
Whether you’re new to dating events or simply looking to expand your circle, this evening is about connection, community, and enjoying the experience.
Come hungry — for good food and good company.
We will host the first event on 4th of March a Wed night, then after that it will be held on every Thu night .
Cost
Dinner is estimated at around $40-$50 per person (food only).
Drinks are not included — guests may purchase
their own drinks directly at the venue.
We keep things simple and transparent for everyone .
Sunday Walk - CERES Community Park - Merri River Trail
**CERES Community Park – Merri River Trail**
It’s time we explored a new trail! So this week we are heading over to Brunswick and will walk the Merri River Trail.
The **CERES Community and Environmental Park** is on the banks of the Merri River and the trail runs alongside the Merri River.
We walk as far as Bell Street, then back for coffee at the Merri Café.
**Start:** CERES Park, corner of **Roberts and Stewart Streets**, Brunswick East. Meet just inside the gate. Look for the red umbrella!
**Start time:** 9.00 AM
**Parking:** There is parking at the CERES Park. But if it is crowded, park anywhere in the surrounding streets. Allow 10 minutes to walk back to the START.
**The Walk**: The walk follows the Merri Creek north to Bell Street, Brunswick then back the same trail to the start.
**Total distance**: 5.0 km. (approx.)
**Time:** Allow 2.0 hours for the walk, plus half hour for coffee. Total 2.5 hours.
**Difficulty:** Easy
**Toilets:** At the start.
**Coffee:** Merri Café located adjacent to the visitor centre.
🌿Tranquil DAYLESFORD: Hike+Kayaks & Picnic, Meditation, Mineral Springs
* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → DAYLESFORD**
* 📅 **Sun 15 March \| Autumn Day Escape**
* 🍂 *Where golden leaves meet quiet adventure*
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**🍁 Autumn in Daylesford: Hike, Paddle & Slow Down**
March in **Daylesford** is something special. The forests turn amber and crimson, the air becomes crisp and fresh, and the lake reflects soft autumn light.
Join us for a beautifully curated day in Victoria’s spa country — where movement meets stillness, and adventure blends with calm.
We’ll wander through scenic **forest trails** scattered with falling leaves, **kayak** across a tranquil lake wrapped in **autumn colours,** pause for **meditation** among tall trees, and **savour** the simple pleasure of good company, warm drinks, and slow moments.
This is not just a trip.
It’s an autumn ritual. 🍂
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## 🌟 What’s Included — $99
✔️ Guided 9 km autumn **easy hike** + hiking gear 🥾
✔️ **Kayaking o**n a peaceful lake (all equipment included) 🚣♂️
✔️ Guided **meditation** in nature 🍃
✔️ Fresh **Fruit** Platter 🍉
✔️ Unlimited snacks, soft drinks, coffee & tea ☕
✔️ Premium round-trip transport (Mercedes minivan) 🚐
✔️ Boutique small-group atmosphere & meaningful connections-----------------------------------
## **☘️ Your Itinerary: The Perfect Day in Daylesford**
**🌅 7:30 AM** – **Pickup** at St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street
🚐 **8:00 AM** – Quick **stop/break**
**☕ 9:00 AM** – Welcome **morning coffee/tea & snacks** (provided)
**🥾 9:15 AM** – Easy **Hiking** adventure (9 km, 170m elevation)
**🎶 12:30 PM** – **Picnic**+**Fruit platter,** with unlimited drinks & snacks (BYO lunch welcome)
**🚣♀️ 1:30 PM** – **Kayaking** time on beautiful **Lake** (beginner friendly)
🧘 **3:00 PM** — **Meditation & grounding**
**💦 3:30 PM** – Visit a **hidden waterfall** for an epic nature moment
🌲 **4:00 PM** \- Organic garlic
**🏙️ 6:00 PM** – Depart back to Melbourne, full of beautiful memories 🌅
📍 **Drop-off:** Hammer Hall, Melbourne
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**💰 How to Book?**
Secure your spot with a **$99 transfer**:
🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458
🔹 **Bank Transfer:**
**NAME:** KARAPETIAN G
**BSB:** 013233
**ACCOUNT:** 226325836
**Ref:** Day
🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!**
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❗️**Please Note:**
**Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.**
In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**.
❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿
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**🎒 What to Bring?**
✔️ **Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)**
**✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket**🧥
✔️ **Long pants & long sleeves** 🌿
✔️ **Hat/beanie** 🧢
✔️ **BYO lunch** 🍽️ (or can buy on the way)
✔️ **A positive mindset & big smile!**
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📢 **Questions?** Feel free to **DM me anytime!** 📩
✨ **Let’s make this an adventure to remember**
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* **A day in nature is a day well spent**
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**LIABILITY WAIVER**
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.
## **COVID-19 Safety Measures**
* The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event.
* Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat.
* If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending.
* Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!
FREE GENDER BALANCED Asian Social & introverts meetup LAST ENTRY 8.30PM
TO MAINTAIN A GENDER BALANCE ALL MALES MUST ATTEND WITH A FEMALE FRIEND, NO EXCEPTIONS. All females are welcome to attend alone but encouraged to attend with a female friend too for free drinks and food! MUST TAP “ATTEND” and include all guests.
UNLIKE other meetups which are overwhelmingly male dominant, we provide ONLY gender balanced events where females also have a chance to meet other females, not only men.
8PM EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY (LAST ENTRY STRICTLY 8.30PM) AT 215 QUEEN’S
Come make new friends from Asia and other countries! This event takes place in a DEDICATED AREA of the venue.
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Dinash and Friends - Live music every Sunday at the Mission to Seafarers
\#\# 🎶 Live Music Sessions In 2026🔥
Join us for a fantastic Sunday afternoon of music, good vibes, and great company at the iconic Mission to Seafarers!
**Dinash & Friends** bringing a unique mix of **Soul • Dance • Reggae • Pop vibes**. 😎
**Date:** Sunday, 15th March 2026
**Time:** 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
**Venue**: The Mission to Seafarers Victoria
**Address:** 717 Flinders Street, Docklands (South Wharf Venue)
**Cost:** **Free Entry** (Donations for costs are welcome)
**Vibe:** Great venue, great vibe, great tunes, and drinks at great prices 🍺🍷
Live music in the ‘open air beer-garden’ (weather permitting) or in the courtyard under the rooftop.
This is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon, so come down to this iconic South Wharf venue and support the historic Mission to Seafarers.
The Mission to Seafarers Victoria is a heritage-listed building in Melbourne's Docklands and provides welfare services to seafarers. Your attendance supports this vital cause!
Getting there by public transport is easy - the tram stop is just nearby or it's just a short walk from Flinders Street station. Even closer from Southern Cross Station. Enter around the back to the beer garden.
[Website](https://www.pianomanaustralia.com) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/dinash.daniel.2025/) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dinashdaniel) \| [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXRJ12M0lS6XorFBn_L8Y4A) \| [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/0eARClesHkH8wUNHCaFVOc) \| [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@dinashdaniel)
Rocky Ridge Brewery
Sunday arvo, $7 pints, live music, what more could you want!
Rocky Ridge Brewery, which has taken over from Thunder Road Brewery, offers a bunch of boutique craft beers.
So come join us for a drink or three and banter!
Solar Plexus Chakra Reiki Practice Night
Namaste, healer.
It's time to light up the third chakra.
It's our energetic engine room — the place where confidence, willpower, and personal strength all come together.
And when it's humming, life just flows better.
Hence, our Reiki Solar Plexus Chakra Healing Night.
Come along and we'll do powerful meditations and group healing to strengthen it.
Among other things, the solar plexus chakra is essential for:
* Confidence (so you can back yourself and step into your power)
* Willpower (so you can follow through on what matters to you)
* Healthy self-esteem (so you value yourself without needing outside validation)
* Good digestion — both physical and emotional (so you can process life's experiences more easily)
* A strong sense of identity (so you know who you are and can stand firm in it)
So come and join us for a powerful practice night and leave feeling energetically fired up and emotionally centred.
Hope to see you there!
Jeremy
## Time to Expand Your Reiki with Pellowah Healing?
Pellowah is the **yin to Reiki's yang.**
High-vibrational healing energy.
Incredible symbols.
Potent chakra meditations.
Expanded consciousness.
You'll be surprised by how much it expands your healing abilities.
To find out more about our upcoming March 27-28 **Pellowah healing** course, [click here](http://www.pellowah.net.au/pellowah-courses.html).
Sunday Meditation | Community Building | Connection | Meet New People
✨ **Do you want to...**
* 🫶🏽 Connect with like-minded people in your local community?
* 🏋🏽♂️ Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others?
* 🌈 Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)?
* 🧘🏼♂️ Experience a simple yet powerful meditation practice to find calm and clarity?
Or maybe you just want to...
☮️💟☯️ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet some amazing new people?**
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### **Join us on Sundays!**
Let’s come together, share positive energy, and build a warm, supportive local community.
**Bring a friend (or two!) and let’s connect.**
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### **What’s on the evening’s flow?**
* **Open meet & greet** – connect and settle in
* **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) – share your thoughts or simply listen
* **20-30 min guided meditation** – for relaxation and deeper connection
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### **Everyone is welcome!**
All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences – no meditation experience needed.
The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but you’re free to come and go as you need.
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### **What to bring?**
* **Donation:** A contribution of **$10 or more is recommended**.
Your donations directly help us cover venue costs, provide resources, and keep this meditation community alive and growing.
* **Warm jumper/jacket** (just in case!)
* **Water**
* **Any books/resources/inspiration you’d love to share**
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### **Where?**
📍 **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065**
Enter through the church gates. You’ll see a small garden on the left and stairs on the right leading up to the **Dance of Life Yoga Studio (first door on your right upstairs).**
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### **Important Notes:**
* Spaces are **limited**, so if you can’t make it, please update your RSVP to “Not going” or send us a quick message.
* **No-show policy:** To keep it fair for everyone, repeat no-shows without notice may not be able to RSVP in the future.
* Attendees under 18 must have a guardian present.
Meetup in the Park: Minimal living and Tiny Home Living
**About this event:** Have you been dreaming of going tiny? Are you curious about minimal living, off-grid setups, or just downsizing your life in Victoria?
You are not alone! We are launching a new community for enthusiasts to connect, share stories, and support one another.
(Please book ticket in EventBrite [here](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/monthly-minimal-living-meetup-tiny-home-tickets-1983064391979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl) )
Imagine a life with less clutter, less debt, and more freedom.
We are building a community in Victoria for those who want to step away from the traditional housing market and embrace tiny homes and minimal living.
For our first-ever meetup, we are keeping it simple. We’ll meet in the park to introduce ourselves and discuss what we want to create together. Whether you want to talk about the technical side (trailers, solar, regulations) or the lifestyle side (downsizing, remote work), this is the place to start.
Come along, make new friends, and let’s talk about how to make big dreams happen in tiny spaces.
Please book your ticket https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/monthly-minimal-living-meetup-tiny-home-tickets-1983064391979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
**What to expect:** This is a strictly casual, unstructured meetup. No presentations, no sales pitches, and no pressure. Just a relaxed afternoon in the park with like-minded people.
We’re simply gathering to discuss:
* Who is already living the tiny life?
* Who is dreaming/planning?
* What are the local hurdles (council rules, finding land, etc.)?
* How can we support each other?
**Who should come:** Whether you have your tiny house plans drawn up, you're already living in one, or you just watched a documentary and thought "I could do that"—you are welcome here.
**What to bring:**
* A camping chair or picnic rug.
* Your own snacks/drinks.
* Sun protection (or an umbrella—it is Melbourne/Victoria after all!).
**About Your Host**
Hi, I’m Karen. After exploring over 50 countries, I’ve chosen Melbourne as my home. As an entrepreneur, I’ve come to realize that we don't need much to be truly happy. In fact, nature provides us with so many "free luxuries"—from sunlight to green spaces—that we often overlook in the modern world.
I am channeling this philosophy into building my own tiny home in Victoria this year. I started this group because I realized that while the tiny house movement is growing, the journey can feel a bit lonely. I want to build a supportive local community where we can share resources, untangle the regulations, and help each other turn these small dreams into reality.
* **Wet Weather Plan:** (e.g., "If it rains, we will move to a cafe close by.")
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Columbus HUG March
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/
Free In-person Meeting: Unwanted Emotions & Loneliness, How to Get Over Them
This is an in-person meeting.
Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance.
Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you.
The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life.
For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues.
So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them?
That is what this meeting will be all about.
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!
How to Get Over Losses and Betrayls & Build Lasting Relationships
Join us for this free, in person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships.
Do you want more motivation and confidence to build lasting relationships?
Are you burdened by a stressful relationship?
Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse.
Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well.
Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship.
Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action?
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships!
Break free from self imposed limitations
Here we will discuss:
• How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes.
• Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you?
• Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it?
• Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love?
• Fights & arguments - what's really behind them?
• What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others?
• How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change?
• Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them?
• How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about?
• How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career?
Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general.
Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person.
Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life.
We look forward to having you join us!
This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
Using Philosophy to Cope with Current Events
So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!
How to Move on From the Past and Feel Happy
In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past.
The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories.
When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier!
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com




















