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Build confidence through practical speaking practice in a friendly and supportive group, with a two-time TEDx speaker **Public Speaking Practice - A Friendly and Supportive Group** Do you want to feel more comfortable speaking up — at work or in everyday situations — without pressure or judgement? This session offers **practical public speaking practice in a friendly, supportive group**, where confidence is built gradually through experience, not performance. **What Happens in the Session** This is a practical and hands-on session where you’ll be invited to: * Take part in short, low-pressure speaking activities * Practice sharing ideas in a calm, supportive environment * Learn effective techniques to help you speak with more clarity and ease * Receive optional, supportive feedback to develop your public speaking skillset You choose your level of participation — many people start quietly and grow from there. **Who This Is For** This session is ideal if you want to: * Grow confidence speaking in meetings or groups * Strengthen your speaking skills through practice and application * Reduce nerves and self-doubt over time * Communicate more clearly and authentically All levels are welcome — from nervous beginners to experienced speakers who want to stay sharp. **Discover & practice techniques TODAY and apply them TOMORROW!** **Why Regular Practice Matters** Public speaking is a skill – and skills need practice. Your ‘voice’ gets stronger every time you use it. These sessions offer a safe space to keep your skills sharp, focused and ready, so that speaking up when it matters feels natural to you. **What others are saying** * Ben - “Hi David, what a great session. You're a talented facilitator. Can't wait for the next session” * Hugh - “Thanks very much again David. Much to take forward from your incredibly useful session!” * Regular attendee - “Hi David, Thank you for your positive feedback. I love your classes and always come out feeling optimistic about the world and myself. Thank you! **Frequently asked questions** **Do I need public speaking experience to attend?** * No. This session is suitable for all levels. Many people attend to build confidence gradually, and you’re always free to take part at your own pace. **What kind of feedback will I receive?** * Feedback is optional, supportive, and developmental. The focus is on encouragement and helping you grow in confidence, not criticism. **English isn’t my first language — can I still attend?** * Yes. These sessions are open to everyone who wants to grow their speaking skills. Speaking English as an additional language is not a barrier to attending, and many people find this a supportive space to practice speaking with confidence at their own pace. **Session Format** * Introduction to practical and effective public speaking techniques * Short, fun speaking activities * Supportive group practice * Optional feedback and reflection **Meet Your Facilitator** David is a two-time TEDx speaker and empowers individuals to build their confidence, find their voice and share their message - to connect, inspire, and lead. **Practical Information** Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled before we begin.
 Location details are included in the Meetup event page. **Here's David delivering his keynote speech at TEDx:** [https://youtu.be/6Xpr88Iaa00](https://youtu.be/6Xpr88Iaa00)

Join us at our **London Conversation Club for English Learners** (B1+) for a fun and interactive event focused on practicing English 🇬🇧 **IMPORTANT**: This conversation club is designed for intermediate-advanced English learners, who are trying to reach native-level. Everyone is welcome, but it is not intended for beginners. This is the perfect opportunity to meet new friends, improve your language skills, and immerse yourself in a supportive and welcoming environment 😊 Don't miss out on this chance to expand your social circle while enhancing your English proficiency! 🚀

🎤 **Join Our Free Public Speaking Class in Central London** * 🌟 Are you struggling with public speaking or experiencing anxiety about it? * 👉 Attend our in-person public speaking class, suitable for beginners to advanced speakers, absolutely FREE as a guest! *You don't need to speak - just observe and learn, or participate if you feel ready.* **Why Attend Our Public Speaking Class?** * 💪 **Overcome Public Speaking Fear** Central London Toastmasters is the premier weekly public speaking club, offering a relaxed and supportive environment. Practice in a safe space where no one judges you, and start your journey to becoming a confident speaker. * ✨ **Become a Charismatic Speaker** Enhance your public speaking skills and develop the charisma you've always wanted. Impress your colleagues with smooth, polished presentations and wow your friends with newfound confidence and storytelling abilities. * 💼 **Improve Business Speaking Skills** Our meetings are friendly and informal, making them the perfect starting point for building confidence in public speaking. Many of our members began with anxiety, but now speak with total confidence. As a guest, you’ll see firsthand how warm and welcoming our club is, and you can chat with members about their experiences. * 🏆 **Develop Leadership Skills** Public speaking is not just about presenting; it's also about leading. Our club provides opportunities to take on leadership roles, helping you to develop crucial skills like team management, decision-making, and strategic thinking that can benefit your personal and professional life. 📅 **Location and Time** * 📍 Location: Cittie of Yorke pub, Holborn * ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Feel free to arrive late and quietly take a seat) 🔄 **What to Expect at Our Meetings** * The meeting is divided into two halves, each lasting approximately 50 minutes, with a 10-minute break. * 🎯 First Half: Members participate in impromptu speeches, and guests are invited to introduce themselves by name. * 📈 Second Half: Members deliver prepared speeches followed by evaluations. * After the meeting, we enjoy drinks and informal chats, providing a great opportunity to network and learn more about the club. 🎟️ **Interested in Becoming a Member?** Membership includes access to our online course, Pathways, guiding you step-by-step through your public speaking journey. A full year’s membership, covering 50 weekly meetings, is just £168, plus a one-time £30 registration fee. **💬 Testimonials from Our Members** * **“Toastmasters transformed my life!”** "I went from fearing public speaking to leading meetings at work. This newfound confidence even earned me a promotion!" – **Alexander** * **"A warm and supportive club!"** "From the first meeting, I felt welcomed. The constructive feedback boosted my confidence both in public speaking and daily life." – **Sarah** * **"Overcoming my fear was easier than I thought."** "The support here made my sales presentations more impactful and less stressful. It's been a game-changer for me professionally." – **David** * **"A fun and rewarding experience."** "I look forward to every meeting. The sessions are engaging, and I love the socializing afterward." – **Lucy** * **"I've grown as a speaker and leader."** "Taking on roles in the club has sharpened my leadership skills, making me more effective at work." – **James**

Our next English Conversation Café will be on **Monday 27th April 2026 at** **7:30pm**! Topic for the evening: To be confirmed You will have an opportunity to practice your English and meet new people, through conversation topics and games. This event is mainly for learners of English, so we kindly ask native speakers to give priority to others. The venue is **downstairs** in Costa Coffee, 3 Southwark St, London SE1 1RQ which is a 1 minute walk from London Bridge Station. This is a **free** event, you will not be expected to pay for anything. You will also be able to have a free drink and cake. The café is run by a group of volunteers from [The Globe Church](https://www.globe.church). Please sign up if you would like to attend. If you have any questions please ask us using Meetup. Numbers are limited so please only sign up if you are going to come and change your response if you can no longer come. Look forward to seeing you soon 😊

## Details Curious about public speaking or want to improve your communication skills? Networking events make you feel anxious? Join a Cass Toastmasters club meeting at Bayes Business School at 18.15, ready to start for 18.30 sharp each second and fourth Monday of the month. Through interactive sessions guests will have the opportunity to observe and learn more about Toastmasters educational methods and how its members practice to improve communication and learning public speaking in a supportive and friendly environment. And if they feel comfortable test their skills with a small practice exercise! Guests are welcomed! If you want to attend or have any questions, feel free to contact us at [bayestoastmasters@gmail.com.](http://bayestoastmasters@gmail.com./) We hope to see you there!

Come and join us every week day from 12.45pm - 2.45pm. Classes for levels elementary to upper-intermediate (A1+ - B2+) Improve your fluency, listening and reading comprehension, grammar and vocabulary with our friendly classes. No payment needed - the classes are **completely free** because the teachers are training with a University of Cambridge accredited program. Join us at 24 Great Chapel St, London, W1F 8FS Take the level test in advance for more information about classes for your level (link to the level test: https://forms.gle/mn3hqUgo3BRLyAUi7) and wait for up to one business day for more information. OR Come 15 minutes early on your first day to do a quick speaking test and find your classroom. See you soon!

[Grosvenor Square Speakers](https://grosvenorsquarespeakers.co.uk/) provides a welcoming and supportive learning environment to increase your confidence in public speaking and develop your communication and leadership skills. Members practice impromptu speaking and prepared speeches both in person and virtually in an authentic setting in front of an audience, with feedback provided by qualified evaluators. This is a hybrid event with option to join via Zoom. All guests are always welcome to visit free of charge and won’t be asked to speak unless they wish to. Fulfill and maximize your potential by practicing and learning from seasoned speakers alongside newcomers. Established over 40 years ago, Grosvenor Square Speakers is London’s oldest [Toastmasters International club](https://www.toastmasters.org/), a global non-profit educational organization that promotes communication, public speaking and leadership.

**Important (Limited spots available):** * Please sign up on the following website to complete your sign up: https://uxdx.com/community/community-london-2026-04-29/ An in-person series of meetups focused on helping product & engineering teams in Copenhagen bridge the gap between UX, Product, Design, and Dev, and to build better products faster, together. Agenda **(Local time, PM)**: 06:00 - 06:30 Opening & Networking 06:30 - 06:40 Welcome from the UXDX Ambassadors, Alishba & AJ 06:40 - 07:00 Talk 1 by Gessica Puglielli, Head of Product Design - MPB 07:00 - 07:30 Interactive Forum by Gessica Puglielli & AJ King 07:30 - 08:30 Networking & Closing **Talk by Gessica Puglielli: Empowering Design Teams** Traditional sign-off processes can slow down creativity and decision-making in design teams. In this keynote, I’ll share my experience leading MPB’s design team through a transformation, where we moved from top-down approvals to a culture of accountability and trust. This shift not only boosted team morale but also enhanced creativity and sped up the design process. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies for empowering their teams, fostering trust, and overcoming the challenges that come with reducing micromanagement. It’s time to empower your team to thrive without sign-offs. **Interactive Forum: From Sign Offs to Shared Accountability:** This interactive forum turns the keynote into a working session. Together, we will unpack what it really takes to replace sign offs with clear ownership, fast decisions, and high quality outcomes. We will explore the practical building blocks: defining decision rights, setting quality bars, running lightweight critique, and handling risk without reverting to approvals. Bring your real scenarios, blockers, and edge cases. You will leave with a set of patterns you can apply straight away, plus a few phrases and templates for aligning stakeholders and keeping momentum when trust is still being earned. ## **About UXDX** UXDX helps teams shift from project based delivery to empowered, autonomous product teams. We host global conferences and over 150 free community events each year, bringing together UX, Product, Design and Development practitioners to share how real teams build better products faster.

We are once again delighted to be partnering with RPM Ambassador Steve Wake for an important event in London. Another outstanding line-up on Project Skills and Controls. You will hear the most compelling case for use of the new BSI Project Controls Specification Standard. Now delivered and tested. It works! If you are unable to make 2 days, then just come to one. They both have a strong programme. Go for day 2 if you are really interested in Estimating. Discounts are available for students and apprentices: £100 per head per day and £100 for dinner on 28th if booked direct with Steve Wake: steve@swprojects.onmicrosoft.com Otherwise book on Eventbrite with this link: [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eva33-putting-the-ev-into-achievement-2-days-of-controls-and-skills-tickets-1970522795727?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eva33-putting-the-ev-into-achievement-2-days-of-controls-and-skills-tickets-1970522795727?aff=oddtdtcreator "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eva33-putting-the-ev-into-achievement-2-days-of-controls-and-skills-tickets-1970522795727?aff=oddtdtcreator") 20% discount til end 27th April with code FINALSCORE Programme Overview **Tuesday 28th** **0830 Doors open and Coffee Conversation** **0925 Welcome** **0930 Andrew Edkins, Professor Emeritus of Complex Projects. Messy projects - so what?** **1000 Joseph Lee, Programme Director, Mott McDonald** **Psychology, Psychobabble and PsychoPaths?** **1030 Adrian Pyne, Pyne Consulting Ltd** **Strangers in a Strange Land: How organisations kill projects and how they can be helped to thrive.** **1100 Coffee Conversation** **1130 Graham Clarke MBE, Designer Leader Coach** **Andrew Risley, Profolio** **Portfolio *mis*management: a public sector case study** **1200 Val Jonas, Risk Expert, Risk Ecosystems Ltd.** **Shine on you crazy diamond. Never a dull moment with risk.** **1230 Louisa Scanlan, Collaborate Business Solutions** **Emotions are Data** **1300 Lunch Conversation** **1345 Tommy Clarke, Head of Programme Controls Sizewell C,** **Amentum** **Carolyn le Roux, PMO Director Sizewell C** **AchiEVing a successful set up of PMO and Project Controls on Sizewell C** **1415 Stephen Carver, Change & Crisis Management** **If you are not at the table then you are on the menu.** **1445 Stephen Powell, Chief of PM capability Rolls-Royce** **EVM within RR, the transatlantic differences** **1515 Kym Henderson, ISO TC258 Convenor** **ISO/BS 21508 EVM standard. Putting the EV into AchiEVement Plugging the gaps and joining the dots in Project Controls** **1545 Tea** **1615 Simon Taylor, th3rdcurve** **Tomorrow’s World: Today’s opportunity or more Groundhog days?** **1645 Robin Ince, comedian, author, and science communicator** **Let the Quiet Ones Rise** **Finding our true voice and how we use it and may also include stories of why he walked away from a hugely successful radio show after 16 years.** **1730 Drinks Social** **1830 Dinner Social** **2000 Chat drinks social.** **2130 Carriages.** **Wednesday 29** **0830 Doors open and Coffee Conversation** **0925 Welcome** **0930 Paul Major, Changemaker** **Leading people through change** **1000 Sirish Parekh, Head of Estimating & Benchmarking** **NISTA, Co-Chair PsACE, Co-Chair BSi Estimating workgroup** **With Paul Major Changemaker** **Adaptive Estimating. Changing the estimating mindset** **1030 David Jones, Global Head of Cost, Sodexo** **AI, Benchmarking and Behaviour: The New Costing Trinity** **1100 Coffee Conversation** **1130 Ali Mafi, TIMIST** **Productivity That Matters. Valuing the Project Cycle Time (clock time) and accounting for every hour** **1200 Paul Fisher, Managing Consultant in Rail** **Luke Galvin PM3 Consultant, Costain** **Football and Railways. Measuring success objectively** **1230 Lunch Conversation** **1330 Heather Thompson, Senior Audit Manager** **Joe Tennet, Value For Money Analyst, National Audit Office** **Getting Better? NAO report on the New Hospital Programme** **1400 Lawrence Rowland, Director, Movar** **Why even Good Reporting Fails to Steer: Can we close the Project Controls loop?** **1430 Ben Fitzgerald, AECOM** **Applying BS 202001:2025 in Practice** **1500 Tea Conversation** **1530 Greg Lawton, Nodes&Links** **The AI Orchestrator for Project Controls: Engineering-Grade Automation for the PMO** **1600 Eddie Obeng, Pentacle** **From Triangle to Full Orchestra: Upgrading Martin Barnes' Iron Triangle for Better Success in Our New World of Stakeholders, Complexity and Transformation** **1630 Close**

Spring is properly kicking in, and for our April meetup, we’re heading back to a crowd favorite: **The Light Bar** near Liverpool Street. If you haven't joined us here before, the venue is set inside a beautifully restored Victorian power station from 1893. It’s got a brilliant atmosphere, great drinks, and plenty of space to spread out. With the evenings finally getting a bit lighter, it's the perfect backdrop for catching up with everyone. **​What is Product Pints, anyway?** ​It's simple: Forget the stuffy presentations, Product Pints is all about meaningful connections and stimulating conversations for product people. Our diverse crowd includes everyone from aspiring PMs to seasoned CPOs, entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts. ​Need advice on a tricky problem? Curious what other PMs are building? Or just want to share a beer with your peers? This is the perfect opportunity to grow your network and launch some genuinely great chats! **​P.S. If your company is interested in sponsoring future events in 2026, please reach out to us at hello@productpints.com - thanks!**

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 Tea & Coffee 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.

In this session, Richard Jarvis, Senior Product Designer at Rightmove, breaks down the redesign of the app’s search entry point, exploring how user insight, design craft, and business priorities come together when millions of people are using your product every day. **Event Overview** Rightmove is one of the UK’s most-used apps, woven into daily routines much like social media. In this session, Richard Jarvis shares how his team redesigned a critical part of the Rightmove app, revealing what it takes to ship meaningful design changes at massive scale. **01 - Redesigning the Front Door** A deep dive into the redesign of Rightmove’s search entry point. Explore the problem space, user insights, and decision-making process behind evolving a critical interaction that millions rely on every day, and why small changes can have outsized impact at scale. **02 - Designing With Influence in Large Organisations** Designing great experiences isn’t just about pixels. Learn how Richard navigated stakeholder alignment, trade-offs, and organisational constraints to advocate for the right native app experience inside a complex, mature product environment. **03 - From Insight to Shipped Outcome** Follow the full journey from initial insight to live product. See how assumptions were challenged, the status quo was questioned, and design decisions were tied directly to measurable outcomes, turning a bold idea into a shipped solution used by millions. **Speakers** **Richard Jarvis - Senior Product Designer, Rightmove** Richard is a Senior Product Designer at Rightmove, where he works on the core search experience within the native apps team. He focuses on solving complex problems through research-led, accessible design and close collaboration with engineering and product partners. His work centres on shaping effective native app experiences and influencing product direction within cross-functional teams.

Hi Architects, Welcome to our the third AWS London Well-Architected User Group Meetup!!! 🥳🥳🥳 Our third meetup will take on a Security Theme. Dragon Hall Trust, 17 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LT The AWS London Well-Architected Meetup is the latest chapter in the most popular AWS Meetup group globally. At each meetup we cover off various pillars of AWS best-practice in detail including insights from industry leaders that specialise in the Well-Architected Framework. **Speakers** * "Detection Engineering on a Budget" - Tom O'Connor - Senior Content Engineer @ Try Hack Me * "Ransomware protection with immutable AWS backup ... it's complicated" - Paul Schwarzenberger - Cloud Security Engineer & Kurtis Mash - Lead Technical Architect from The National Archives (UK) **Detection Engineering on a Budget** AWS's Well-Architected Security Pillar tells you what to detect. It doesn't tell you how to do it without a SIEM contract and a six-figure budget. This talk covers building a credible detection engineering capability on AWS using native tooling, a bit of open source, and no enterprise spend. **Ransomware protection with immutable AWS backup ... it's complicated** You’ll hear how The National Archives used AWS Backup to implement centralised, immutable backups of critical data, to protect against ransomware attacks. You’ll see a live demo of the solution, and learn how you can use their open-source Terraform module for your own organisation’s backup and compliance needs. So come join us at 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start, including drinks, snacks and friendly networking after our talks :-) \*\*\*NB: No entry to the building after 7.00pm.\*\*\*

We're back to our usual format of 3 speakers + Q&A followed by networking. 18:30: Doors open 19:00 Welcome by Alexandra Deschamps-Sonsino (organiser since 2011) 19:10 [Scott Makenzie](https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-mackenzie-50a7ab1/) (Director at Acqua Libra) 19:30 [Suyash Joshi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/suyashj) **From Code to Motion: Programming a Dancing Robot** 19:50 [Luke Talbot](https://luketalbot.co.uk/) (Designer and researcher) 20:10 Networking 21:00 End of event and move to a nearby pub There will be drinks (including non-alcoholic) and nibbles. **About our sponsors:** [Green Custard](https://www.green-custard.com/) is an award-winning AWS IoT specialist consultancy that helps organisations design, build, and scale secure cloud-connected products and solutions. With deep expertise across IoT architectures, data lakes, ML and agentic AI our IoT expertise spans from product innovation to smart factory innovation. We have full stack capability from embedded & mobile to cloud-native development. Green Custard partners with clients to deliver on their business outcomes whether modernising legacy devices, unlocking new value from existing data, or accelerating the delivery of production-ready solutions. Customers trust Green Custard for its technical excellence, pragmatic delivery, and we are proud of our customer success. [Aqua Libra](https://aqualibra.com/pages/flavour-tap) is redefining sustainable hydration through innovative, low-impact dispensing technology. Beyond its zero-sugar infused drinks, the brand has pioneered solutions such as the Aqua Libra Flavour Tap, a digitally controlled dispensing system that delivers chilled, filtered water with natural flavours on demand. By removing the need for single-use bottles and reducing transport emissions, the Flavour Tap enables offices, venues, and public spaces to offer great-tasting drinks with a dramatically smaller environmental footprint. Aqua Libra’s approach blends sustainability, smart technology, and convenience to meet the growing demand for healthier, greener beverage options.

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.

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.

**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](hello@confidencelab.org), no explanation needed. Read more and see additional ticketing options at [https://confidencelab.org/](https://confidencelab.org/)

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.

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.

**💝 Online Speed Dating via Zoom – Connect with Cincinnati Singles Tonight!** Speed dating from home — connect with real Cincinnati singles on Zoom. Join from home, get paired with Cincinnati singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy. **Find your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 👥 **Best for:** - Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings - Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations **At a glance** - 🎉 **Format:** Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video dates - **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you 🧭 **How the session runs** 1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up. 2. **Complete the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time. --- ✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. 💗 ✨ Compressed version with the essentials only. Concise by design so people can decide quickly.

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)