Engineering Leadership

Join us as we pull back the curtain on how we build, ship, and scale product at Monzo 🚀 Hear from some of our Product Managers and Designers as they walk through three recently shipped features, sharing how we identify customer problems, make product decisions, deliver at scale and more. Expect insights, lessons learned, and a behind-the-scenes look at how Monzo operates in Product. **Agenda:** * **How we scaled to become one of the UK's biggest pension consolidation products in under 6 months** \- Rebekah Hornsby\, Product Manager in the Wealth team\. * **Making Tax Digital *(and maybe even likeable)*: Building a tax filing product for real people** \- Sam Broadey\, Product Manager in the Business Banking team\. * **Designing habit-forming products at scale: Inside Monzo’s 2026 Saving Challenge** \- Elaine Chiong\, Product Manager in the Core Banking team\. Each talk will be around 15 minutes with 5 minutes for questions ✨ Interested in what we get up to? [Check our tech blog](https://monzo.com/blog/topic/technology "https://monzo.com/blog/topic/technology") and [careers page](https://monzo.com/careers#jobs "https://monzo.com/careers#jobs") *Please be aware that this is held in our event space on the ground floor of this building. To access, head to where Appold Street and Worship Street meet.*

This Meet Up is a chance to practice speaking English while meeting new people and making new friends from all over the world. The classes are fun, friendly and informal and we cover a variety of topics. I correct you and give you help with grammar and vocabulary as we go, so you can improve as you speak. I look forward to welcoming you and having a good conversation with you in English soon! TO FIND US: The class is in the CAFÉ on the FIRST FLOOR of the library. In the UK, the first floor is one floor ABOVE the ground floor. From the main entrance, go up the stairs or escalators straight ahead of you. Walk round to your left and you'll see the café. I'll have a sign with 'Meetup' and your names.

Our next Experimentation London Meetup will take place on **Wednesday, 18th March 2026**. You **must** sign up on the [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/) to purchase your ticket and be allowed entry due to health and safety! We have a fantastic lineup of speakers, including: Emma Travis, Director of Research at Speero: "AI x UX Research - Embracing Efficiency Without Losing Empathy" And Iqbal Ali, Fractional AI solutions engineer and Experimentation lead. Sustainable and Responsible AI specialist. Consultant, developer, trainer. Builder and founder @Ressada: "The AI sustainability problem, and the small model solution" To help us manage the space's capacity (and ensure we have the right amount of food and drink for everyone), please sign up for your ticket on our [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/). \-\-\- **Location** *Central London location - see full address and details on the [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/)* \-\-\- **Agenda** 6:00 PM - Welcome drinks, pizza and networking 6:30 PM - Introductions 6:40 PM - Emma Travis 7:10 PM - Short break 7:30 PM - Iqbal Ali 8:00 PM - More Networking 8:30 PM - Official end \-\-\- **Event & Speaker Guidelines** * No Sales Pitches: Our group is a space for genuine connections and learning. Tell stories. * Respect and Open-Mindedness: Embrace diversity, treat everyone with respect, and value different perspectives. * Community Spirit: Engage positively to build a supportive and collaborative community.

Our first 'class cultural trip' was really fun so I'm carrying on the series and we're going to keep exploring the British Museum. The idea is we'll meet in the cafe at the British Museum, and then choose which part of the museum we want to explore. We'll walk around it, stopping to look at things we find interesting. I'll help you with the vocabulary you need to talk about what you can see. At the end we'll go back to the cafe to summarise what we've learnt and do a little vocabulary test to see what you can remember from your visit! If you are late, don't worry too much, because we will stay in the cafe until everyone has arrived and then start exploring the museum. I hope to make 'cultural visit classes' to museums/ exhibitions/ galleries into a regular event so let me know which places you are interested in. I plan to choose places that have free entry. I need a minimum of 2 students to run this Meetup. Maximum 5 students so everyone gets a good chance to speak.

Claim your free life coaching session by RSVPing to this event! And I will contact you directly. We have amazing life coaches who can help you in different areas of your life! No matter what is going on, we understand that sometimes it can all be very overwhelming and feel like you have no idea what to do! Come and speak to one of us so get some help!

**Details** Join us at Berkeley Square Speakers, Mayfair’s premier public speaking and leadership club! Join us for an energising morning of public speaking, learning, and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or completely new to the world of public speaking, we offer a warm and welcoming environment where you can develop your communication and leadership skills. With over 25 years of experience helping professionals and individuals alike, we are committed to empowering people with confidence, communication, and presentation skills. **What to Expect at Our In-Person Meetings:** *Impromptu Speaking (Table Topics):* Build confidence with fun and challenging on-the-spot speaking exercises. *Prepared Speeches:* Be inspired by members delivering impactful speeches on diverse topics. *Constructive Feedback:* Receive actionable advice from expert evaluators to refine your skills. **Attend this session to:** *Conquer Public Speaking Anxiety:* Practice in a safe and supportive environment. *Learn from Experts:* Receive constructive feedback from seasoned speakers. *Build Confidence:* Enhance your professional and personal communication skills. *Join a Community:* Meet like-minded individuals who value growth and self-development. **Why Choose Berkeley Square Speakers?** *Proven Excellence:* Our members include International and District-level champions who share their expertise to help you grow. *Friendly & Professional:* We strike the perfect balance between a supportive atmosphere and a high standard of professionalism. Award-Winning Club: Recognised as a President’s Distinguished Club for over 15 years running. *Perfect Location:* Our in-person meetings are conveniently held at Grosvenor Chapel, just a short walk from Green Park and Bond Street tube stations. Whether you’re preparing for an important presentation, a wedding speech, or simply want to improve your confidence in everyday conversations, Berkeley Square Speakers is here to support you. 📍 Location: Grosvenor Chapel, South Audley Street, Mayfair, London W1K 2PA 🕖 When: Every Wednesday morning at 7:15 AM Come and experience the transformative power of in-person learning and connection. Guests are always welcome, and you’ll even have the opportunity to join in with our impromptu speaking sessions (if you are feeling brave)! Take the first step toward becoming the confident speaker and leader you aspire to be—join us this Wednesday! For more information about our Club, please visit our website: [http://berkeleysquarespeakers.toastmastersclubs.org/](http://berkeleysquarespeakers.toastmastersclubs.org/)

*NOTE: Building access will be granted based on your full name and email address. Please ensure this information is correct or you may be turned away by security. Thank you!* Shaping our future with AI. Creating opportunity through AI fluency, connection and community. No jargon. No hype. No confusing terminology. **Join us for our next in-person meetup in London on Wednesday March 18th.** Our theme for this meetup is **Automating With AI Agents.** **Where and When?** * Wednesday, March 18th * Doors open at 18:00 * Talks start at 19:00 * XCHG, 7th Floor, 22 Bishopsgate EC2N 4BQ **Talk: When To Use Agentic Automation (And When Not To)** (Kiran Pendem) Agentic automation is an amazing new technology, but automation isn't new. How do you know when to use Agents and when to avoid them? Kiran is here to help you get started in the right way! **About Kiran:** As an AI Transformation Strategist and Product Consultant, Kiran has spent her career navigating high-stakes environments. Her background is rooted in the rigor of E-Commerce and FinTech. Today Kiran is focussed on the velocity of the 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗜 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆. Bringing together the discipline of regulated industries with the agility of AI. **Expert Panel: Actually Useful Agents** Our expert panel discuss what they've learnt building Agentic Automation. Kiran Pendem is joined by May Walter, Co-Founder and CTO of Hud and Minisha Goel, Founder of Mindshift AI. **About May:** May is a serial entrepreneur with a track record of innovation and technical leadership. Today May is focused on building Hud, closing the loop between coding agents and prod. **About Minisha:** Minisha is the founder of MindShift AI, delivering bespoke AI training and enablement for corporate teams globally. She is a TedX Speaker and is featured on BBC Bitesize. **Code of Conduct** This event has a code of conduct that you can [review here.](https://aifortherestofus.live/code-of-conduct) **Providing Your Name and Email** To register for this event you'll be asked to provide your full name and email address. This is a requirement for building security so please provide your real name and email address. After the event you will be automatically subscribed to event updates from AI for the rest of us and Leapter GmbH. You can unsubscribe at any time.

If you’ve recently stepped into leadership, you’re probably facing decisions that feel heavier than expected. Not because they’re complicated. Because they involve trade-offs. You might be circling: * A hire you’re unsure about * A pricing change with ripple effects * A pivot that feels risky * A messy internal process * A trade-off with no clean answer This is a small, facilitated working session (max 3 participants). We take real decisions and think them through properly. Not networking. Not theory. Not pitching. Structured thinking. ### Format • 3 participants • Each brings one real decision • We clarify the actual problem • Separate facts from assumptions • Map options and consequences • Identify trade-offs • Define the next move

Discover the World at International Cafe! We are a group of Christian volunteers set out to create a friendly community that welcomes everyone! Come and practice speaking English with our English speaking volunteers. You will learn more about British culture and discuss life with NEW topics each week. We also include a Bible story at the end of our sessions. At International Cafe, we start our meet up with refreshments, snacks and continue in engaging conversations. Each week, we'll look at NEW topics about British culture and history, so you can learn and socialize. Best of all, it's a free event and open to everyone! So mark your calendars: 🕕 Time: **Sunday at 2:30 PM** 📍 Address: ECIR OEA, Inspire at St James Questions? Text Organiser at 07708228436.

**MONTY ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP** [https://montyenglish.co.uk/english-conversation-group-classes-in-london](https://montyenglish.co.uk/english-conversation-group-classes-in-london) **How to find us** When you arrive at the Royal George we go down into the basement and you will find us there. Just ask a staff member if you cannot find us! Here is the location of the Royal George on google maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/HpkySsu2rEqUUub1A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/HpkySsu2rEqUUub1A) * Food or drink at the pub is not included (please make at least one purchase - they have a good range of drinks and great food if you feel hungry) **How are the lessons?** The lesson is a General English lesson focused on speaking and error correction - every lesson we usually cover 3 different topics. This will encourage you to use new vocabulary and practise grammatical structures. The group has a limit of 25 people but I usually accept people if you are on the waiting list. You will be divided into groups of 3-6 with others of a similar speaking level so you'll have plenty of opportunity to talk and ask questions to your qualified, native teacher Jon. The lesson takes place in the relaxed environment of the Royal George basement which is a pleasant pub, a two-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road tube station. The lesson is ideal for pre-intermediate, intermediate and upper-intermediate students wishing to get to the next level. If you have any questions about the English lesson then please call me or send me a message. **Payment** Payments can be made in cash or by card (free of charge) when you come to the class. If it is your first time it is only £2! After your first time it is £6 for a single class or you can buy a ticket that makes each class cheaper; 5 classes for £20, 10 classes for £25 (you can use these tickets whenever you like and do not need to come in a set period of time) or 20 classes for £40 which has a limited use to within a six-month period. You can also pay via our website: [https://montyenglish.co.uk/english-conversation-group-classes-in-london](https://montyenglish.co.uk/english-conversation-group-classes-in-london) I hope to see you soon - if you have any questions please message me (via WhatsApp) on 07771 561 576 All the best, Jon (event organiser)

**\*\*** ***When you RSVP, please ensure your full name is included on your meetup account profile to ensure successful entry to the event, thank you. \*\**** Join the London Software Craftsmanship Community (LSCC) and a panel of speakers with a wide range of career paths from **IG Group, Bank of America, Ohme** & **Codurance** for an evening of tech career advice. **A big thank you to our sponsors for the evening, IG:** IG is a FTSE 250 FinTech company building award-winning trading platforms used by over 340,000 people worldwide. Our mobile, web, and desktop products give clients access to thousands of markets — from stocks and shares to futures, options, and crypto — across 16 global regions. We operate with high autonomy in cross-functional teams, moving fast to ship better experiences for our customers. With offices in 18 countries and ambitious growth plans ahead, we're on a journey to evolve our tech and push the boundaries of what's possible in financial trading. Come along to learn more about the engineering challenges we're tackling and the products we're building. Discover IG at [https://www.ig.com/uk](https://www.ig.com/uk) \-\-\- Panelists: * Tolga Sofuoglu - Head of Engineering, Ohme * Nathalie Gavet - Engagement Manager, Codurance * Qaiser Maher - CTO UK&IE, IG Group * Micheal Nestor, Technology Analyst, Bank of America Merrill Lynch The panel will be facilitated by **[Ed Farrow, Principal Consultant @ Codurance](https://www.linkedin.com/in/edfarrow/)** Hear our panel discuss their personal journeys and strategies, including: * Unlocking career growth and key points to look out for * Navigating career pivots and embracing new technologies * Practical strategies to land your next promotion * Tech careers in the AI era Whether you're starting out, aiming for leadership, or a seasoned pro ready to share your wisdom, this event is for you. **Spots are limited, register now!** **Agenda:** 18:00 - 18:30 - Arrival, pizza and drinks + networking 18:30 - 20:00 - Intros and panel + Q&A 20:00 - 21:00 - Networking & exit A big thank you to our amazing sponsors IG Group who are providing the space, drinks and pizza and to [Codurance](https://www.codurance.com/) for organising the meetup.

**Kindly note that this is a paid event and the average number of attendees for our events is 60-70 people. You can register on [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-connector-sustainability-networking-event-for-leaders-innovators-tickets-1983536230260?aff=meetup](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-connector-sustainability-networking-event-for-leaders-innovators-tickets-1983536230260?aff=meetup)** Connect with sustainability leaders, founders & professionals for ethical, purpose-driven networking and collaboration in London. ### **Connect with Sustainability Leaders, Innovators & Impact-Driven Businesses** Are you passionate about sustainability — or offering solutions that help businesses become greener, cleaner, and more efficient? This event brings together **London’s sustainability community**: innovators, corporate leaders, investors, founders, consultants, and professionals driving real environmental impact. ## **🌱 Why Attend?** ✨ **Meet Sustainability Leaders** — from renewable energy, eco-tech, waste reduction and circular economy solutions to sustainable food, manufacturing and agriculture. 🤝 **Build High-Value Connections** — network with professionals and organisations actively implementing sustainable strategies. 💡 **Showcase Your Expertise** — share what you do, explore partnerships, and connect with companies seeking green solutions. 💸 **Meet Impact Investors** — investors and VCs interested in sustainability-focused ventures regularly attend our events. If you plan to join as an investor, either Angel investor or VC, kindly contact Duccio on 07789 740193, we have a list of fund raising startups who may join the event if you cover their area. 📲 **Stay Connected** — all guests join the exclusive WhatsApp group for warm intros and continued collaboration. ## **🕖 Event Format** **4:30 PM** – Doors open at 4**:15 -7:30 PM** – Hosted networking, mix and mingle with sustainability-focused professionals 6 PM Onwards. Guests attending the Sustainability Connector® event will be able to join the London Connector® event starting at 6pm **Throughout the evening** – Guided introductions, open conversations & business networking **Ongoing** – Access to our private WhatsApp group for follow-ups and opportunities ## **🌐 Who Will You Meet?** 🔹 Sustainability solution providers & eco-tech innovators 🔹 Corporate sustainability & ESG managers 🔹 Green investors, venture capital, impact funds 🔹 Founders, startups & entrepreneurs 🔹 Nonprofits, climate leaders & changemakers ## **📍 Event Details** **Venue:** 2 Chesham Hotel Belgravia — one of London’s most stylish networking venues **Time:** 4.30 PM start **Dress Code:** Smart casual or business attire ✨ At previous Connector® events, founders met investors, companies discovered new partners, and long-term collaborations began. Join **London’s growing sustainability and impact-driven community**. 👉 **Secure your ticket today — limited places available and expected to sell out.** **WhatsApp Group** 📲 Continue the conversation before and after the event by joining our exclusive attendee WhatsApp group. On the day of the event, you will receive an email inviting you to join the WhatsApp message for the event. ## **📸 Event Disclaimer** Photos and videos may be taken during the event for use across our social media channels and promotional materials. * [United Kingdom Events](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom/events/) * [Greater London Events](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--greater-london/events/) * [Things to do in London](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/ttd/united-kingdom--london/) * [London Networking](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/networking/) * [London Business Networking](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/business--networking/) * [#business](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23business/) * [#sustainability](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23sustainability/) * [#startup](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23startup/) * [#entrepreneur](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23entrepreneur/) * [#networkingevent](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23networkingevent/) * [#london](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23london/) * [#businessnetworking](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23businessnetworking/) * [#business_growth](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23business_growth/) * [#business_professional](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23business_professional/) * [#londonconnector](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/%23londonconnector/)

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. 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 sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Is your business taking more of your time than you would like? [Rob Young](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cinci-robyoung/) principal at [Stage 3 Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/stage-3-group/), hosts this workshop series and is the author of Stage 3 Success. * Provides a framework and a playbook for leaders of emerging businesses * Reviews business management tools and techniques for scaling and maturing a business * How to recognize and leverage stories hidden in financial statements * How to implement financial and operational controls and use leading indicators to spot trouble before it occurs * How to manage your time for maximum effect * How to deal with nonperforming employees * How to create standard operating procedures throughout your organization Four sessions will include two hours of content and an optional 90-minute hands-on lab. Reserve your spot via this link: https://clintonvilleba.com/calendar/#!event/2026/3/20/chaos-to-clarity-to-control ($200 for non-CABA members.)

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

OpenClaw, NemoClaw, personal assistants, 24/7 agents. What does it all mean? How does it all work and what should we know about it? Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)

Attend a free seminar on how to have successful and lasting relationships. At this seminar you will learn: How to spot and handle negative and toxic relationships. How to get through the "rough patches" in a relationship. How to choose the right people to work with. The three things that make or break any relationship. How to make a good relationship great. All are welcome. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. Hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 **Abstract** Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively. This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. We’ll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from server‑driven controls, and why they’re becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether you’re maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, you’ll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standards‑based way. **YouTube Link** TBA