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Validate Faster: A Practical AI Playbook for Founders
Early-stage founders move faster when they validate smarter. This hands-on session walks through a simple, repeatable process for using AI to validate any startup idea in minutes. You'll learn how to clarify your concept, identify real customers, map competitors, and avoid the most common mistakes founders make. The session also includes a live demonstration of how AI can streamline validation and help you make confident go/no-go decisions. If you're looking for a smart, fast way to validate your startup idea, this event is for you!
**⯠RSVP now at đ** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!**
**âŻâŻ What You'll Learn:**
* Discover how to quickly validate your startup concept with AI, ensuring you're on the right track.
* Learn how to identify and engage real customers to solve actual pain points.
* Understand how to analyze competitors and refine your offering to stand out in the market.
* Gain the tools to make confident go/no-go decisions, minimizing risk and maximizing success.
**âŻâŻ Featured Expert:**
* **[Scott Ford](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsford/) \- Co\-founder & CEO @ [SparkRockets](https://app.sparkrockets.com/?utm_source=fivalidate):** Scott is a growth-focused executive with experience scaling businesses from $7M to over $1.2B in SaaS, AI, and medical devices. As former COO of Techstars, he helped drive revenue from $20M to $80M globally, and at ZOLL Medical, he contributed to scaling a division from $7M to $50M, leading to a $2.2B acquisition. Currently, he co-leads SparkRockets, an AI-powered business validation platform. He specializes in go-to-market strategy, P&L management, and building high-performing teams, while mentoring emerging innovators at CU Boulder. His expertise lies in leading through change, scaling operations, and aligning cross-functional teams for growth.
**âŻâŻ Who Should Attend?**
* Early-stage founders looking to validate their startup ideas.
* Aspiring founders with a new business concept they want to bring to life.
* Entrepreneurs at the ideation stage seeking to refine their offerings.
* Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday.
**Additional Resources:**
Find more [Startup Events](https://fi.co/events), learn about the [Entrepreneur DNA test](https://dna.fi.co/) or [sign up for the Insights Newsletter](https://fi.co/subscribe) to get the latest startup tips and trends.
**⯠RSVP now at đ** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!**
Expat Events This Week
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Mindful Walk in the Park - Parque Padre Hurtado
**Join us for an uplifting and mindful walk in the park â a chance to pause, breathe, and reconnect.**
By slowing down our pace, tuning into our senses, and noticing the quiet signals that nature offers us, we create space to reconnect with our inner rhythm and the world around us.
During this experience, youâll move through a series of short, guided walking explorations. Each prompt invites you to explore both the inner and outer landscape at your own pace. After each walk, weâll come together for gentle moments of reflection, with optional sharing for those who feel like expressing whatever arose, before moving into the next exploration.
This mindful walk is ideal for anyone who wants to:
* slow down and take a meaningful break from daily busyness;
* reconnect with themselves and the natural world;
* cultivate presence, creativity, and a sense of grounding;
* enjoy warm, gentle group moments without pressure to share.
**Practicalities**
* Wear comfortable clothes and shoes â and come ready to move slowly, notice deeply, and let nature guide your attention.
* If you have a wristwatch, please bring it, so you wonât need to use your phone during the practices.
* Bring a pen and some paper for writing down insights.
* Please adhere to our WhatsApp group where I share the updates about our gatherings: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JSwO2AvooDH9ivpouRubdd?mode=wwt](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JSwO2AvooDH9ivpouRubdd?mode=wwt)
**Registration**
* Registrations are open until **Friday, January 16th, 2026.**
* Please register here (Name & Contact): [https://forms.gle/RCxB7zkweKJBDUU9A](https://forms.gle/RCxB7zkweKJBDUU9A)
* And mark your attendance on the eventâs Meetup page.
* The meeting point will be shared with participants after registration.
**Price**
* 10.000 CLP
**About the Facilitator**
Martaâs mission is to facilitate safe spaces of presence, connection, and transformation. Her journey across four continents, in contact with diverse communities, social impact projects, and contemplative practices, has shaped the broad and deeply human perspective she brings today to the paths of self-knowledge.
With training in coaching, mindfulness, and circle facilitation, she guides individual and collective processes in which each person is invited to slow down, listen inwardly, and gain clarity to walk authentically toward what they wish to manifest.
LinkedIn Profile: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/martaganso/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/martaganso/)
*LetÂŽs explore our inner and outer nature together!*
THURSDAY RUN TRAINING đââïžđ
English (scroll down for Spanish).... run on empty streets with FitFam! All levels are welcome!
When: Thursday at 6:30am. Please arrive at 6:25am to find the group and begin the run promptly at 6:30.
Español..... Trotar por las calles vacĂas con FitFam! Todos los niveles son bienvenidos!
Cuando: Jueves a las 6:30am. Por favor llegar a las 6:25am para encontrar al grupo y asĂ partir puntualmente a las 6:30.
SANTIAGO LANGUAGE EXCHANGE | GRINCH PARTY | intercambio de idiomas | vivethink
# đȘđž **VIVETHINK PARTY LANGUAGE EXCHANGE â INTERCAMBIO DE IDIOMAS**
ÂĄBienvenidos a la experiencia Vivethink, el evento que estĂĄ revolucionando Santiago!
**DE 7:00 PM A 10:00 PM:** Vivethink Language Exchange
**DE 10:00 PM A 3:00 AM:** Vivethink Party
Si estås aprendiendo inglés, portugués o francés y no tienes con quién practicar, este es tu lugar.
Si quieres bailar, divertirte, conocer gente de todo el mundo y conectar mientras mejoras tu inglés, este es **EL** lugar.
Vivethink cuenta con karaoke, juegos de mesa, ping pong, mesa de pool, mini soccer, bar, restaurant, arcade **+ FIESTA de 10:00 PM a 3:00 AM**, profesores de inglés y español, y dos ambientes:
âš Zona de fiesta para soltar toda la energĂa.
đ€« Zona tranquila para conversar sin ruido.
**¿Quién puede venir?**
Cualquiera que quiera practicar, mejorar o empezar desde cero. AquĂ tu nivel no importa: tendrĂĄs actividades para romper el hielo, apoyo de profes y un ambiente Ă©pico para conocer gente nueva y pasarlo increĂble.
**ÂżDĂłnde lo hacemos?**
En un espacio privado, **NO en bares**. Nada de ruido insoportable, nada de obligaciĂłn a consumir del menĂș. AquĂ vienes a conversar, conectar y disfrutar.
Tu entrada incluye **una bebida (con o sin alcohol, +18)**, un snack o un regalo misterioso.
**ÂżPuedes venir solo?**
ÂĄObvio! La mayorĂa viene sola. En pocos minutos ya haces amigos de todo el mundo, esa es la experiencia Vivethink. Aun asĂ, si vienes con amigos, ÂĄmucho mejor! đ
**Y cuando termina el intercambioâŠ**
đ„ **ÂĄCOMIENZA LA FIESTA!**
**DE 10:00 PM A 3:00 AM (entrada adicional)**
SĂ, todos los participantes de Vivethink nos quedamos a bailar y a pasarla bien. +18. ÂĄHasta el amanecer!
Te esperamos. No te lo pierdas.
***
đșđž **VIVETHINK PARTY LANGUAGE EXCHANGE**
Welcome to the Vivethink experience, the event thatâs revolutionizing Santiago!
**FROM 7:00 PM TO 10:00 PM:** Language Exchange
**FROM 10:00 PM TO 3:00 AM:** Vivethink Party
If youâre learning English, Portuguese, or French and donât have anyone to practice with, this is the place for you.
If you want to dance, have fun, meet people from all over the world, and connect while improving your English, this is **THE** place.
Vivethink features karaoke, board games, ping pong, pool table, mini soccer, bar, restaurant, arcade **+ a PARTY from 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM**, English and Spanish teachers, and two different areas:
âš Party zone to release all your energy.
đ€« Quiet zone to talk without noise.
**Who can join?**
Anyone who wants to practice, improve, or start from scratch. Your level doesnât matter here: youâll find icebreaker activities, teacher support, and an epic atmosphere to meet new people and have an amazing time.
**Where is it?**
In a private venue, **NOT in bars**. No unbearable noise, no pressure to buy from the menu. You come here to talk, connect, and enjoy.
Your ticket includes **one drink (with or without alcohol, 18+)**, a snack, or a mystery gift.
**Can you come alone?**
Of course! Most people come alone. Within minutes, youâll be making friends from all over the worldâthatâs the Vivethink experience. Still, if you come with friends, even better đ
**And when the exchange endsâŠ**
đ„ **THE PARTY BEGINS!**
**FROM 10:00 PM TO 3:00 AM (additional ticket required)**
Yes, all Vivethink participants stay to dance and have fun. 18+. Until sunrise!
Weâre waiting for you. Donât miss it.
FRIDAY MORNING HIIT! đȘ
Where: Meet inside of Juan Pablo II park on the steps in front of Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario Church.
Donde: dentro del Parque Juan Pablo II en las escaleras al frente de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario.
What to bring: Water. Gloves are optional (we will do exercises on the grass, stairs, etc.)
Que traer; Agua. Guantes son opcionales (haremos ejercicios varios en el pasto, escaleras, etc.)
Red Hat AI
La adopciĂłn de IA generativa en la empresa exige mĂĄs que solo desplegar modelos; requiere una arquitectura de gobierno que garantice control, soberanĂa y escalabilidad. Acompañanos en esta sesiĂłn tĂ©cnica donde exploraremos cĂłmo construir una plataforma de Model-as-a-Service (MaaS) utilizando el stack de Red Hat.
SĂșmate a nuestro primer Red Hat User Group del año 2026
Al finalizar tendremos pizzas y bebestibles.
đđ[ ](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3277100/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage)**[ÂĄRegĂstrate aquĂ!](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3277100/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage)**
ÂĄTe esperamos!
Validate Faster: A Practical AI Playbook for Founders
Early-stage founders move faster when they validate smarter. This hands-on session walks through a simple, repeatable process for using AI to validate any startup idea in minutes. You'll learn how to clarify your concept, identify real customers, map competitors, and avoid the most common mistakes founders make. The session also includes a live demonstration of how AI can streamline validation and help you make confident go/no-go decisions. If you're looking for a smart, fast way to validate your startup idea, this event is for you!
**⯠RSVP now at đ** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!**
**âŻâŻ What You'll Learn:**
* Discover how to quickly validate your startup concept with AI, ensuring you're on the right track.
* Learn how to identify and engage real customers to solve actual pain points.
* Understand how to analyze competitors and refine your offering to stand out in the market.
* Gain the tools to make confident go/no-go decisions, minimizing risk and maximizing success.
**âŻâŻ Featured Expert:**
* **[Scott Ford](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsford/) \- Co\-founder & CEO @ [SparkRockets](https://app.sparkrockets.com/?utm_source=fivalidate):** Scott is a growth-focused executive with experience scaling businesses from $7M to over $1.2B in SaaS, AI, and medical devices. As former COO of Techstars, he helped drive revenue from $20M to $80M globally, and at ZOLL Medical, he contributed to scaling a division from $7M to $50M, leading to a $2.2B acquisition. Currently, he co-leads SparkRockets, an AI-powered business validation platform. He specializes in go-to-market strategy, P&L management, and building high-performing teams, while mentoring emerging innovators at CU Boulder. His expertise lies in leading through change, scaling operations, and aligning cross-functional teams for growth.
**âŻâŻ Who Should Attend?**
* Early-stage founders looking to validate their startup ideas.
* Aspiring founders with a new business concept they want to bring to life.
* Entrepreneurs at the ideation stage seeking to refine their offerings.
* Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday.
**Additional Resources:**
Find more [Startup Events](https://fi.co/events), learn about the [Entrepreneur DNA test](https://dna.fi.co/) or [sign up for the Insights Newsletter](https://fi.co/subscribe) to get the latest startup tips and trends.
**⯠RSVP now at đ** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!**
Expat Events Near You
Connect with your local Expat community
Conversation and Coffee @ Paris Baguette Lane Ave.
Hey Everyone!
Let's meet at Paris Baguette on Lane Avenue. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
HofbrÀuhaus [ Thursday 6:00 ]
The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesnât matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome!
If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten.
Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.
The Sound Of Music - Studio 35
Experience the breathtaking theatrical presentation of Rodgers & Hammerstein'sÂź iconic musical film The Sound of Music. Meticulously restored and remastered in 4K for its 60th anniversary, the beloved classic is more brilliant than ever with pristine picture and sound. In this true-life story, Julie Andrews lights up the screen as Maria, a spirited young woman who leaves the convent and becomes a governess to the seven unruly children of Captain von Trapp (Christopher Plummer). Her warmth, charm and songs soon win the hearts of the children and their father. But when the threat of war rises, Maria is forced to attempt a daring escape with her new family. One of the most successful movie musicals of all time, The Sound of Music features unforgettable treasures like âEdelweiss,â âMy Favorite Things,â âClimb Evâry Mountainâ and âDo-Re-Mi.â
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating.
Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio.
Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."
Japanese Language Meetup at Dublin Library
Come and join our lively Japanese language meetup, where Japanese language learners and native speakers come together to learn, play, and connect. Weâll practice through fun games and interactive conversation in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Whether youâre just starting out, more advanced, or a native speaker who enjoys helping others, everyone is encouraged to join and participate.
After the library we'll take a leisurely walk together to get food/drinks. There are many options around including North Market Bridge Park. It's a perfect opportunity to continue our conversations and enjoy each other's company over a meal.
Italian Conversation Hour
Ciao a tutt\*! I want to revive this group! Let's meet Monday at 6.30pm at the Upper Arlington Library (Tremont Branch) in Meeting Room A to speak in Italian for 1 hour.
Oscar Watch International: NO OTHER CHOICE at the Gateway Film Center + TAKOREA!
Join us as we get together to see the winner of the Best International Film at TIFF and a triple Golden Globe nominee: NO OTHER CHOICE! This top-reviewed dark comedy satirical thriller follows a man devises a unique plan to secure a new job: eliminate his competition. Hereâs a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: The film follows a desperate paper industry expert who decides to kill off his competition to be assured of the job he seeks to maintain his way of life. The film is co-written / produced / directed by Park Chan-wook and is based on The Ax by Donald Westlake. It stars Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, Park Hee-soon, Lee Sung-min, Yeom Hye-ran, and Cha Seung-won.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcz-RXMCyco
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews as the Venice International Film Festival and later at the Toronto Film Festival where it won the International Peopleâs Choice Award! It just received 3 Golden Globe nominations for Best Picture (Musical or Comedy), Best Foreign Language Film and Best Actor for Lee Byung-hun. It was also selected as the South Korean entry (and likely nominee) for Best International Film at this yearâs Academy Awards!
MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 2:00pm 4K showing and meet in the upstairs lobby area between 1:35 and 1:45pm! Tickets $11.25 via the GFC website and includes online ticketing fee. Advance purchase is advised. Once you have yours please list your seat number in the Comments below.
DINNER PLAN: The new burger place isnât open yet but weâll still try someplace new! And someplace where the cuisine matches the film! Join us immediately following the movie at nearby TAKOREA, located just downstairs and next to the theater! Weâll try to grab the trio of tables just inside the door, which should work perfectly for our group!
MENU: From small plates to tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and bowls, they have a wildly inventive menu that offers a âKorean-Mexican fusion conceptâ that serves âdelicious food that everyone can enjoy!â Popular entrees include tacos, nachos and burritos made with Bulgogi beef, pork carnitas, Korean fried chicken, and even BBQ Tofu, along with traditional sides, chips and a variety of dips. For the vegans in the group, the BBQ Tofu Burrito is listed as âvegan friendlyâ and that combo of ingredients can be used in just about any entrĂ©e! And, if youâre not into Korean food, they have several straight-Mexican options as well! You can check out their menu here: https://www.takoreacbus.com/menu
PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, youâre covered for the night!
PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, youâre covered for the night!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan









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