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Founders Dinner 🔥 A friendly dinner with 5 inspiring entrepreneurs
📆 **Every Wednesday**, join an exclusive table of ambitious founders in a handpicked venue.
💡 *You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.*
**Choose your circle wisely — it will shape your future.**
🔗 Application required: [thefiveclub.co/en](thefiveclub.co/en)
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🥂 **Every Wednesday**, join a table of **6 inspiring founders**, carefully selected for you.
😌 A relaxed atmosphere, no pressure.
🤝 The goal: build genuine affinities, friendships, and long-lasting connections.
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🔍 **How it works:**
🔴 Sign Up & Apply on : [thefiveclub.co/en](thefiveclub.co/en)
1️⃣ Pick a Wednesday and confirm your **membership** to join the club
2️⃣ Invite members you've previously met at afterworks or dinners
3️⃣ 24h before, you’ll receive the 📍 **restaurant address** and 🧑💼 **participant list** (bios + LinkedIn)
4️⃣ On the day: come as you are — we handle the 🍽️ booking, 🛠️ logistics, and ✨ ambiance
5️⃣ After the dinner: Add to your circle the founders you connected with most,
6️⃣ Reinvite them to future dinners or reconnect via curated events in the app 📲
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Strong Business Leads Networking Event
**Strong Business Leads Coffee Networking Event (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)**
**Job seekers are not allowed.** This is a business-focused gathering for peer-to-peer discussions, collaboration opportunities, investment conversations, and solving real business challenges together. It is not a job fair or recruitment event.
**Event Schedule & Agenda**
* **6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Welcome & Introductions** (30 minutes)
Arrive, settle in, and join quick introductions. Everyone gets 30–60 seconds to share their name, business/role, and one key focus right now.
* **6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Coffee & Light Refreshments** (30 minutes)
Enjoy coffee and snacks while connecting casually with others at your table.
* **7:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Problem Discussion** (30 minutes)
Interactive discussion on real challenges business owners face today and practical solutions. Bring one real issue you are working on and get quick input, ideas, and proven approaches from the group.
* **7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Networking & Connections** (60 minutes)
Open networking time! Exchange contacts, explore collaborations, meet partners/suppliers/investors, and build strong business relationships in a relaxed atmosphere.
**Why join?**
* Get fresh perspectives on solving everyday business hurdles
* Meet like-minded business owners, investors, freelancers, and consultants
* Leave with 2–3 valuable contacts, potential collaborations, or actionable ideas
Spaces are limited — RSVP early! Looking forward to seeing you there and making meaningful connections.
**Our WhatsApp group:**
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/EAYWgmpDGM296DoDvhn54I](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EAYWgmpDGM296DoDvhn54I)
**For any questions, please feel free to contact:**
Mr. Ibrahim +971 54 330 7993
Mr. Abdurrahman +971 58 571 2590
House of ThinkingBig: Ideas x Coffee. Wednesday
House of Thinking Big: Ideas × Coffee
Have you ever dreamed of being part of the early dot-com energy — when ideas were raw, ambitious, and conversations could spark entire movements?
Welcome to House of Thinking Big: Ideas × Coffee — inspired by the spirit of early founder circles, when bold ideas spoke louder than decks.
We gather a small circle of creative and tech leaders who think beyond borders, value authenticity and intelligent dialogue, and believe that growth begins with people and their ideas.
No presentations. No ads. Just caffeine-fueled thinking.
☕ When: 6:30 PM
📍 Where: Starbucks, Emirates Towers Boulevard, Dubai
🎙️ Host: Kate Adiyak — Founder of House of Thinking Big
Join the House and think bigger — together.
Thinking Big Strategy Timeline
6:30 PM — Arrival & Networking
7:00 PM — Personal Problem Statement
7:30 PM — Resource Mapping
7:50 PM — Action Planning
8:00 PM — Closing
No rush — Dubai traffic does Dubai traffic things.
Join whenever you manage to escape the roads
You will find me with a laptop and a cup of coffee
[To keep in touch join my WhatsApp group ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lnu5UhRArdXJTengnhqLhB?mode=hqrt3)
Speed Networking for Business Growth
It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know or so they say ... your network matters.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
Join us for Speed Business Networking and get matched for quick one to one conversations for accelerated business growth.
**Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more …**
Every round is about 4 minutes long where each talks for 2 minutes introducing yourself, your business and how you can help and exchange contacts or business cards.
Once you hear the bell ring, you move to the next partner for a new round. New partner, new conversation. It’s fast and fun.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
This is the most efficient networking where you get to meet the highest number of business people in the shortest time possible and explore further ways to collaborate.
Continue to speed network with new matches, and build as many authentic connections as you please 🕺
**Important notes:**
* Please plan to reach at least 15 mins early as we start sharp.
* Allocate time for parking, walking to the venue and finding us.
* People arriving late may not be able to join as it messes up the flow and transitions.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
**Business Connect is a great platform, where you can:**
* Grow your network and business.
* Have great conversations and make new friends.
* Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more.
**Who should attend?**
* Business owners.
* Business Leaders.
* Industry experts.
*PS. Humble excuse from JOB Seekers.*
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Networking 😊
Dubai Entrepreneurs Meetup - Dubai Hills - Free Entry
**Weekly Dubai Entrepreneurs Meetup**
**Every Wednesday \| 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM**
📍 Venue: Tania's Teahouse
Dubai Hills Estate، Business Park 3 - Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid - Dubai
https://maps.app.goo.gl/kDzEifs8qXaAttQb9
**Why Attend?**
Businesses that use networking strategically build stronger, more valuable companies.
This is a focused space to:
• Connect with serious professionals
• Exchange real business opportunities
• Discuss investment, structure & scaling in the UAE
**Who Should Attend?**
• Investors
• Startup Founders
• Business Owners
• Aspiring Entrepreneurs
• Professionals
**Come Prepared**
🪪 Business Cards
✍️ 1 Clear Offer
🎯 1 Clear Ask
👔 Dress Code: Smart Casual
**Fees**
💸 Free Entry
☕ Buy your own tea/coffee/food & support the venue
**Registration (Compulsory)**
📞 WhatsApp: +971 54 200 6121
📧([mailto:mahesh@thewhiteworth.com](http://mailto:mahesh@thewhiteworth.com/))
👉 Join WhatsApp Group:
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/L3TXuTKI4Ad22dW8Ti4NXd](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L3TXuTKI4Ad22dW8Ti4NXd)
💃 ❤️ Ecstatic Dance ❤️ 💃
Dear wonderful ladies,💖
If you've been searching for a holistic and empowering practice that nurtures your body, mind, and spirit, Ecstatic Dance is for you💃
Our Ecstatic Dance evenings provide a safe and sacred space for you to express yourself without judgment.👯
❣️Letting go of societal expectations and connecting with your inner self.
❣️Release built-up tension and anxiety through movement, reduce stress and improve mental well-being.
❣️Boost your self-confidence into your everyday life
❣️Unlock your creativity potential and get inspired
❣️Let go of built-up emotions, heal and move forward in life with a lighter heart
❣️Become more in tune with your body's needs and feelings.
📅 Date: Wednesday
🕢 Time: 7:30pm
📍 Location: Jumeirah 3, villa
💰 Energy exchange: 149 AED
your first visit is 149 AED , which includes a 1,5-hour Ecstatic Dance session and a personal eye mask to take home. After your first visit, you can purchase a 4-session pass for 300 AED, valid for 3 months. Register through the WhatsApp group at
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/ByxxsfNp43hHkOkVGPUKZY](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ByxxsfNp43hHkOkVGPUKZY)
Emerging Leaders Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Lights, Camera, Action: Pilot
Welcome to **Lights, Camera, Action!**, a casual meetup for anyone in Dubai who loves films. 🎬
This is our **first gathering**, and we’re keeping it simple: just a relaxed discussion where we can share our favorite films, talk about acting, storytelling, filmmaking ideas, and get to know fellow film enthusiasts.
**What to expect:**
* Fun, informal discussion about films
* Sharing thoughts, ideas, and inspirations
* Meeting other passionate creatives
**Location:** To keep things easy and comfortable, the meetup location will be shared via our **WhatsApp group (https://chat.whatsapp.com/G1EO8PdiQrGKmDjATArHhE?mode=gi_t)**. This also helps us stay in touch and coordinate future gatherings.
**Bring:** Just yourself, your passion for films, and maybe a favorite movie or scene you want to talk about!
Can’t wait to meet you all and start building our film-loving community in Dubai!
Building Leaders Toastmasters Club | Every 2nd and 4th Friday | 06:00 - 08:30 PM
The mission of **Building Leaders Toastmasters Club** is to provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
We meet every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month form 06:00 PM to 08:30 PM.
AI Builders & Business Connect | Dubai Meetup
### **Where Dubai’s AI Innovators, Operators, and Talent Meet to Build the Future**
Are you building in AI? Launching a tech startup? Exploring how AI can transform your business or job?
Or looking to join the next big thing in AI?
Join **AI Builders & Business Connect**, a **founder-first, operator-focused meetup** for Dubai’s tech and AI community. This isn’t your typical networking mixer—it’s a room full of **people building**, **people hiring**, and **people looking to grow**.
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## **🗓️ Event Details**
**When: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM (Sharp) - Every Thursday**
**Where:** Coffee & Sundries, First Floor (Above Carrefour), DIFC, Dubai
**Entry: FREE**— we just ask that you support the venue by purchasing a coffee or some food.
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## **🚀 What to Expect**
This is for **doers, decision-makers, and tech talent ready to build:**
### **🔹 AI 60-Second Spotlight**
Founders, job seekers, and partners get **60 seconds to introduce themselves**—no slides, no fluff.
### **🔹 Speed Collaboration Rounds**
Quick, curated connections between **builders, investors, operators, and AI talent**.
### **🔹 Real Conversations, Real Opportunities**
Whether you’re hiring, raising, building, or job hunting—this is where partnerships start.
### **🔹 Dubai & UAE Playbook**
Hear practical tips from locals on how to **launch, hire, and scale tech ventures in the region.**
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### 📋 Agenda
* **7:30 – 8:00 PM** Introductions
* **8:00 – 8:45 PM** Market research using different AI tools
* **8:45 – 9:15 PM** Prototyping session on one selected idea
* **9:15 PM onward** Networking
## **💡 Who Should Attend?**
* **AI Founders & Startup Builders**
* **Tech Entrepreneurs & SaaS Leaders**
* **Investors scouting AI deals**
* **Engineers, Developers & Product Leaders working in AI**
* **Job Seekers & Operators looking to join AI and tech startups**
* **Enterprise Innovators exploring AI use cases**
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## **⚠️ Important**
* **Your RSVP is a commitment**—let us know 24 hours in advance if plans change
* **Doors close at 7:30 PM sharp**—no late entries
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## **🌍 Hosted by Pradeep Valat**
Startup advisor, investor, and AI business strategist helping founders unlock growth.
LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/ivallat](https://linkedin.com/in/ivallat)
WhatsApp: +971 529503315
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## **🔥 Why This Event?**
Dubai’s AI and tech scene is booming—but it’s still about **who you know and who you build with.**
This is where **startups meet talent, investors meet ideas, and builders find partners.**
**Spots are limited. If you’re serious about AI, this is your room.**
**By participating in AI Builders & Business Connect \| events\, you consent to the use of photos and videos captured during the event for promotional purposes\.**
Startup Social: Where Founders & Investors Connect
Ready to connect with the brightest minds in startups, tech, and business?
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/entrepreneurs-whatsapp)**
**🎶 Drinks. Conversations. Opportunities. Vibes.**
This is where founders, leaders, and investors come together to shape what’s next.
**💬 What You’ll Experience:**
* 🤝 Meet investors, venture capitalists & accelerators.
* 💡 Exchange bold ideas with fellow founders.
* 📈 Gain insights from tech leaders & industry experts.
* 🌐 Expand your business network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Join us in an elegant lounge setting where the vibes are high, the views are stunning, and the conversations flow as smoothly as the drinks 🍸
**🔥 At this event, you’ll connect with:**
* Startup founders, entrepreneurs & innovators.
* VC firms, angel investors & strategic partners.
* CTOs, product leaders & growth experts.
* Marketers, HR agents & service providers.
* AI experts, SaaS founders & enterprise clients.
This is your chance to meet fellow entrepreneurs, investors, founders, and experts all in one place. 🌍💡
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/entrepreneurs-whatsapp)**
🎶 Background music sets the mood while you mingle, network, and unlock new opportunities.
**🎯 Why Join?**
* Build relationships that can spark partnerships.
* Learn from peers who’ve already faced the challenges you’re solving today.
* Share your story, pitch your vision, and discover new opportunities.
* Connect in a more informal, friendly atmosphere—no pressure, just possibilities. ✨
**The future of entrepreneurship thrives on conversations like these.**
🌟 Whether you’re raising funds, scaling your startup, or simply looking for fresh collaborations—this evening is designed to help you make meaningful connections that last far beyond the night.
👉 Bring your business cards, your vision, and your curiosity.
👉 Leave with new opportunities, valuable insights, and a stronger network.
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/entrepreneurs-whatsapp)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Networking 😊
Sustainability professionals coffee meetup in Dubai.☕️
Welcome, Planetpreneurs! Whether you're a founder, a working professional in the ESG space, or dedicated to sustainability, this meetup is for you. Join us for a coffee, share your story, and build powerful connections. Let's network, inspire each other, and drive positive change together!
Billionaire Toastmaster Meeting
Recent research from World Economic Forum highlights that employers value communication, leadership and EQ along with Technical Skills , now you know why Toastmaster is relevant for you.
Soft skills aren’t just “nice extras”—they’re what help you actually succeed in today’s fast-moving, hybrid, and sometimes messy workplace.
Think about it:
* Can you explain a complicated idea in a way that actually makes sense to someone outside your field?
* Can you listen and work well with others, even when things feel stressful?
* Can you manage your time, emotions, and energy when everything seems due at once?
These skills don’t just help you get by—they help you grow and stand out. While you can pick up a new tool or software pretty quickly, things like emotional awareness, communication, and resolving conflict take real practice over time.
That’s why good employers look beyond resumes filled with technical terms. They want people who can adapt, connect, and lead—no matter their role or level of experience
The Room: Where ambition finds its circle (Invite Only)
The Room is a private, invite-only gathering a carefully selected circle of extraordinary people.
Register and get more details! Approval Required
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-the-room)**
It’s a space designed for real conversations, aligned minds, and meaningful connection.
* Every guest is carefully selected.
* It's not a public event! It's not open networking.
* Curated to protect the integrity of the experience.
It is a carefully designed environment where meaningful conversations unfold naturally, and connections are built on alignment rather than agenda.
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Meet people who are driven by curiosity, ambition, and the desire to grow alongside others who understand the journey.
👥 **Who’s in the room:**
* Visionary entrepreneurs & founders
* Exceptional leaders & decision-makers
* Investors, operators & future builders
* Professionals driven by curiosity, ambition, and growth
All brought together for one reason! Meaningful connection beyond surface-level conversation.
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Register and get more details! Approval Required
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-the-room)**
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The experience is calm, refined, and intelligent. From lighting to music to flow, everything is considered.
✨ **What to expect:**
* Conversations that flow naturally
* Introductions made with intention
* Quality over quantity & depth over noise
* An atmosphere designed for depth, not noise.
This is a space where presence matters more than performance. Where listening is valued more than speaking and ambition is shared — not displayed.
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If you’ve been invited, it’s because you belong.
Welcome to **The Room**! Where ambition finds its circle.
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-the-room)
We're looking forward to welcome you to **The Room!**
Emerging Leaders Events Near You
Connect with your local Emerging Leaders community
Recruiting Virtual Mental Health Group Leaders!
We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country.
Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply.
### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?**
Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being.
Whether you’re seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment.
## **Why Join?**
* **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** – Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance.
* **Feel Less Alone** – Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space.
* **Gain Clarity & Perspective** – Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection.
## **The Ideal Group Leader**
The ideal group leader
* Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community.
* Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us.
* Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind.
* An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection.
* An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms.
* Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus.
## **Our Impact**

Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported:
* A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being.
* An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging.
* Said they would return again.
We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself.
### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based**
Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. It’s a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission!
Every contribution helps us:
* **Cover Essential Costs** – Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization.
* **Grow Our Mission** – With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year.
By choosing to contribute, you’re not just leading an event—you’re helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic.
## **Come Join Us!**
We’d love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection.
🔹 **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside
🔹 **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** – https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application
🔹 **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind
Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831
Apply to be an Ohio Virtual Men's Group Leader!
Are you passionate about supporting other men on their mental health journey? We’re building a movement of virtual and in-person men’s groups across Ohio — and we’re looking for group leaders who want to make a real difference with us.
As a group leader, you’ll create a safe space where men can connect, reflect, and grow together. Training and support are provided — you just need heart, presence, and a willingness to lead.
**Apply now to lead a group in your area:**
👉 https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application
Speak Your Mind is a mental health non profit dedicated to bringing our community together to end the isolation that leads to mental struggle and suicide. Learn more about them here: https://linktr.ee/taketimespeakyourmind
Confidence Lab
#### **A Transformative Half-Day Event**
Welcome to Confidence Lab, the ultimate experience designed to help you step into your most confident self. This half-day event is packed with actionable strategies, inspiring sessions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals who are ready to invest in their personal and professional growth. Whether you’re looking to advance in your career, deepen your self-belief, or simply embrace new challenges, Confidence Lab is your starting point.
#### **What You’ll Experience**
**Your Confidence Lab ticket includes:**
* **Engaging Speaker Sessions**: Learn from experts about harnessing confidence in your career, relationships, and everyday life.
* **Interactive Experiences:** Participate in dynamic activities designed to help you step into your most confident self.
* **In-Depth Audience Q&A:** Get direct insights from speakers as they answer your most pressing questions about building confidence and stepping into leadership.
* **Networking Opportunities**: Connect with a supportive community of professionals and confidence enthusiasts.
**2026 Speaker Sessions:**
* **Seeing Clearly**
Understand how you show up - and what’s been getting in the way.
* **Confidence in Relationship**
Communicate, navigate conflict, and build trust more effectively.
* **Sustainable Agency**
Learn how to lead without burning out. Your energy is part of the strategy.
* **Confidence in Service**
Align how you show up with the impact you actually want to have.
**This Is For You If…**
* You’re ready to take up more space in your work or life
* You want to communicate with clarity and confidence
* You’re stepping into (or preparing for) leadership
* You’re done second-guessing yourself
#### **Our Speakers**
**Lachandra Baker** Founder of LBB Edutainment and the kind of person who makes you realize you’ve been confusing confidence with performance your whole life. Lachandra blends psychology, research, and radical humanity to help individuals and teams stop code-switching their way through the day and start showing up as someone they actually recognize. Expect to be challenged, affirmed, and genuinely seen - sometimes all in the same breath.
**Annette Santiago Reyes** Annette has a rare talent: she makes the way you communicate feel like a discovery, not a critique. A connection catalyst and culture strategist, she helps people understand why they show up the way they do, and how to bridge the gap between intention and impact. Whether you're navigating change, life’s challenges, or simply trying to better understand yourself and others. Annette gives you the language and the lens to get there.
**Elizabeth Wangugi** Creator of The Nap Concert and the RESTOR™ framework, Elizabeth is here to tell you that rest is not a reward - it’s a strategy. Rooted in neuroscience and restorative practice, her work helps high-achievers stop running on fumes and start leading from a place of actual capacity. If your calendar is full and your tank is empty, Elizabeth might be the most important person you hear from at Confidence Lab.
**Stephanie Andrews** Founder of Social Black Butterfly Training & Consulting, Stephanie knows what it takes to lead through complexity because she’s done it across social services, healthcare, and operations. She specializes in succession strategy and leadership development, equipping leaders to build trust, navigate the hard moments, and leave something worth inheriting. Stephanie doesn’t just develop leaders. She develops the kind of leaders people actually want to follow.
**Lillian Morales-Laster** SVP Human Resources Director at United Midwest Savings Bank and Executive Director of the Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy (ELLA). Lillian has spent her career combining her passion for equity and inclusion with her experience in human resources to lead teams and organizations in the development of supportive work environments. She leads with a vision of ensuring Latinas' voices are included in crucial decision-making processes, because for Lillian, ELLA is more than just a program. It's a vibrant community of hermanas supporting and uplifting each other as they navigate their paths to leadership. A Columbus Business First Community Champion and Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan, her commitment to empowering others shows up everywhere she goes.
**Rachyl Kershaw** Founder of Greater Columbus Consulting and the architect behind the Confidence Lab Annual Summit, Rachyl has a gift for cutting through the noise, helping high-achievers stop performing success and start living it. She asks the questions most people are afraid to, creates space for honest reckoning, and somehow makes the hard work feel energizing. If you’ve ever wondered why doing everything right still feels like something’s missing, you’re in exactly the right room.
#### **Why Confidence Lab?**
Confidence is the foundation for success in every area of life. Whether you’re navigating a career change, launching a business, or striving for personal growth, building your confidence is the key to unlocking your higher purpose. This is your chance to invest in yourself and start living boldly.
#### **Join Us on May 4**
Confidence Lab is more than just an event - it’s a movement. Step into your power, embrace your potential, and make this the year you thrive. Secure your spot today and take the first step toward a more confident YOU.
Cost should never be a barrier to growth. If you'd like to request a complimentary community ticket, reach out to us at [hello@confidencelab.org](mailto:hello@confidencelab.org), no explanation needed.
Read more and see additional ticketing options at https://confidencelab.org/
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to:
* develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment
* share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other
* learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas
***NOTE:*** Pre-registration is required for this event. **Please arrive 10 minutes early** to check in at the security desk.
American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able!
Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!
Evolve Synergy: Westerville Chapter
At Evolve Synergy Sessions, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey.
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\*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected!
Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.




















