Financial Engineering

Hi Everyone, Let's enjoy a cup of coffee together - a chance to chat, connect, and meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. Looking forward to seeing you there! If you enjoy the event, a voluntary donation is appreciated to help cover organisation costs - BE06967188175922. See you soon, Kate

This circular route will start in Larochette and will take us around the area. It's around 12 km with 300m elevation gain, so we will count on a bit more than 3hrs as we will make a couple of lunch/hydration/picture breaks.

Hello Friends! There are still lots of paths to explore in Bambesch, and why not do it twice in a row? Same starting point as last week, same lunch break location, but 90% different paths! We're going to start by crossing the road. It might even be a little foggy around that time, and until your lunch break, it will clear up, and we can expect some sunshine. **Meeting Point:** We will meet at the hotel "Sieweburen" and start the hike around 10:50. https://maps.app.goo.gl/6RMGoU7Xg4B1S1tY9 **Public Transport:** There are multiple buses, 21, 33, the destination is right in the middle between the bus stops "Rollingergrund, Roudebierg" and "Rollingergrund, Villeroy & Boch", depending on which direction you come from, one of them is the best. And if you miss both, you will do some jogging as a warm-up :) **Disclaimer:** The hike is at your own risk, and please make sure you wear proper shoes and bring some water for yourself! Looking forward to hiking with you! Jens.

We are happy to extend our invitation to one and all to join the Luxembourg Shivyog Forum events every Sunday from 9.00 am to 11.15 am. Shivyog Forum is a platform of positive and like-minded people, interested in spiritual growth, self-healing and self-awareness. Every week, through virtual videos, Avdhoot Baba Shivanand ji blesses and shares the Divine sacred secrets and knowledge through discourses, guided sacred meditations, chanting of Mantras and Bhajans for overall life transformation. This helps the Forum members to progress in their spiritual journey, in establishing deeper connection with one’s inner being, in ability to forgive and love others, in improved emotional and physical health, mental peace, healthy relationship leading to the awakening and purification of the body mind and soul. If you wish to get connected with the Avdhoota and practice deep healing meditations, kriyas and bhajans that can change your life, you are warmly welcome to become a member and join us! Yearly membership fee is a nominal US$ 50 to be paid directly to India to the Shivyog Ashram but your are welcome to attend the first Forum event free.

**VERY IMPORTANT!** This Meetup group is mainly for newcomers. **In order to join us and confirm your presence please register to our official team platform:** [https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/](https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/) Attention: If you don't register on our official football platform we cannot guarantee that you'll play. **ABOUT THIS GROUP** This is a group for anyone interested in playing outdoor football/soccer. All skill levels are welcome. Our regular players are registered on the official DayStar team platform. If you have a decent skill level and you would like to be part of a dynamic team with a licensed coach and official sponsors, you are welcome. We have always players to organize games and we are looking forward to more players! **REGISTRATION** Register to DayStar team here: https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/. If you would like to be part of an eleven-a-side football team and to play in the LuxFootball League, you are welcome to our team training. **FOLLOW US** Subscribe to our YouTube channels where you can watch the recorded games: LuxFootball League TV channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYHOLqNtBn11d-E7ZOaljew?sub_confirmation=1 DayStar Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_P6efUSOYVNl7uwbl_v3hw?sub_confirmation=1 Like and follow our Facebook page to find the latest news and events: https://www.facebook.com/daystarfc/ **Where do we play?** We play at the Stade Hollerich (Rue de l'Abattoir, 1111 Luxembourg - https://goo.gl/maps/DPUs6QLAQd244N287). We do offer changing rooms and private parking. **How much does it cost?** You must pay 10 euros before the game.

DIMANCHE 1er, 8, 15 FEVRIER 10h00 - 12H00 RELIANCE ASBL \| 67\, Rue Léon Castilhon ; 6700 Arlon 📌Les 3 premiers dimanches du mois de février, nous vous proposons un cycle d'initiation à la pleine conscience 🌱 📌Chaque séance sera d'une durée de 2 heures et permettra de s'initier à la pratique. Elles s'appuieront principalement sur le cycle d'ateliers de réduction du stress basé sur la pleine conscience, appelé "MBSR". L'investissement à fournir pour ce cycle y sera cependant beaucoup plus léger de part sa durée plus courte en termes d'heures et de jours ainsi que la nécessité moins importante de participer aux 3 séances, bien que nous vous le conseillons. Ce cycle peut donc être plus accessible pour certaines personnes. 📌 Il permet de se familiariser avec la pratique de la pleine conscience. 📌Et il peut aussi être un bon aperçu🧐du programme "MBSR" avant que vous décidiez de vous y engager. ​ Au programme : 📎Pratiques de pleine conscience formelles et informelles 📎Partages d'expériences 📌 Les ateliers peuvent être suivi de manière individuelle au tarif de 35€ par atelier 👉🏻Pour réserver votre place : https://www.reliance-association.com 👉🏿Pour toute information : 📧contact@reliance-association.com ☎️0455 13 44 15 Voir moins

Hello Friends! There are still lots of paths to explore in Bambesch, and why not do it twice in a row? Same starting point as last week, same lunch break location, but 90% different paths! We're going to start by crossing the road. It might even be a little foggy around that time, and until your lunch break, it will clear up, and we can expect some sunshine. **Meeting Point:** We will meet at the hotel "Sieweburen" and start the hike around 10:50. https://maps.app.goo.gl/6RMGoU7Xg4B1S1tY9 **Public Transport:** There are multiple buses, 21, 33, the destination is right in the middle between the bus stops "Rollingergrund, Roudebierg" and "Rollingergrund, Villeroy & Boch", depending on which direction you come from, one of them is the best. And if you miss both, you will do some jogging as a warm-up :) **Disclaimer:** The hike is at your own risk, and please make sure you wear proper shoes and bring some water for yourself! Looking forward to hiking with you! Jens.

We are happy to extend our invitation to one and all to join the Luxembourg Shivyog Forum events every Sunday from 9.00 am to 11.15 am. Shivyog Forum is a platform of positive and like-minded people, interested in spiritual growth, self-healing and self-awareness. Every week, through virtual videos, Avdhoot Baba Shivanand ji blesses and shares the Divine sacred secrets and knowledge through discourses, guided sacred meditations, chanting of Mantras and Bhajans for overall life transformation. This helps the Forum members to progress in their spiritual journey, in establishing deeper connection with one’s inner being, in ability to forgive and love others, in improved emotional and physical health, mental peace, healthy relationship leading to the awakening and purification of the body mind and soul. If you wish to get connected with the Avdhoota and practice deep healing meditations, kriyas and bhajans that can change your life, you are warmly welcome to become a member and join us! Yearly membership fee is a nominal US$ 50 to be paid directly to India to the Shivyog Ashram but your are welcome to attend the first Forum event free.

**VERY IMPORTANT!** This Meetup group is mainly for newcomers. **In order to join us and confirm your presence please register to our official team platform:** [https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/](https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/) Attention: If you don't register on our official football platform we cannot guarantee that you'll play. **ABOUT THIS GROUP** This is a group for anyone interested in playing outdoor football/soccer. All skill levels are welcome. Our regular players are registered on the official DayStar team platform. If you have a decent skill level and you would like to be part of a dynamic team with a licensed coach and official sponsors, you are welcome. We have always players to organize games and we are looking forward to more players! **REGISTRATION** Register to DayStar team here: https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/. If you would like to be part of an eleven-a-side football team and to play in the LuxFootball League, you are welcome to our team training. **FOLLOW US** Subscribe to our YouTube channels where you can watch the recorded games: LuxFootball League TV channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYHOLqNtBn11d-E7ZOaljew?sub_confirmation=1 DayStar Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_P6efUSOYVNl7uwbl_v3hw?sub_confirmation=1 Like and follow our Facebook page to find the latest news and events: https://www.facebook.com/daystarfc/ **Where do we play?** We play at the Stade Hollerich (Rue de l'Abattoir, 1111 Luxembourg - https://goo.gl/maps/DPUs6QLAQd244N287). We do offer changing rooms and private parking. **How much does it cost?** You must pay 10 euros before the game.

DIMANCHE 1er, 8, 15 FEVRIER 10h00 - 12H00 RELIANCE ASBL \| 67\, Rue Léon Castilhon ; 6700 Arlon 📌Les 3 premiers dimanches du mois de février, nous vous proposons un cycle d'initiation à la pleine conscience 🌱 📌Chaque séance sera d'une durée de 2 heures et permettra de s'initier à la pratique. Elles s'appuieront principalement sur le cycle d'ateliers de réduction du stress basé sur la pleine conscience, appelé "MBSR". L'investissement à fournir pour ce cycle y sera cependant beaucoup plus léger de part sa durée plus courte en termes d'heures et de jours ainsi que la nécessité moins importante de participer aux 3 séances, bien que nous vous le conseillons. Ce cycle peut donc être plus accessible pour certaines personnes. 📌 Il permet de se familiariser avec la pratique de la pleine conscience. 📌Et il peut aussi être un bon aperçu🧐du programme "MBSR" avant que vous décidiez de vous y engager. ​ Au programme : 📎Pratiques de pleine conscience formelles et informelles 📎Partages d'expériences 📌 Les ateliers peuvent être suivi de manière individuelle au tarif de 35€ par atelier 👉🏻Pour réserver votre place : https://www.reliance-association.com 👉🏿Pour toute information : 📧contact@reliance-association.com ☎️0455 13 44 15 Voir moins

Let's unleash our creativity to rethink how to paint Fuji-yama in a Van Gogh style while unwinding with a glass or two! This is a paid session where all the materials as well as tutorial will be provided, total cost 35 EUR. At the end of the session you will have an art work you completed but more importantly will relax and have fun! Release your inner artist and pick your colors as you like. And who knows, maybe we will be lucky to witness you create history ;) Here are the things we will use * 35x50 canvas that you will take back with you * acrylic paint and brushes * snacks/1 glass of wine (or until the bottle is done) Join the WhatsApp group to learn more on the next sessions planned and highlight your recommendations such as alternative fun patterns you want to try out: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LESWBmBaxriG6HCJhFMiez

☀️ Welcome to the 13th edition of Trier's Exclusive Non-fiction Book Club! 📚 For February, we're reading the book *"Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right with Our AI Future"* by Reid Hoffman and Greg Beato. It's published in 2025, and it's 286 pages long. ✅ Check out the book [here](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/216336470-superagency). You can also audio-read it on Audible or Spotify Premium (~8 hours). 🎉 We're meeting on the 1st of February (Sunday) at 14:00 at Park Plaza Hotel, ground floor, in the *library area*, on the right, after passing the reception. 🧩 This session will be prepared and run by Sean Cox who proposed the book. 💡You can join us even if you haven't finished the book. In this book club, we learn by hands-on activities and games! Happy reading everyone! 🙏🏼 [Please note that the area of the library/café cannot be reserved, so just in case I'll book a back-up table in the area of the restaurant, also on the ground floor, under the name Marilena.]

This is not just a money class. This is a restoration space. The I AM Worthy of Ownership™ Path is a 12-step, sister-centered journey for women who are ready to build financial stability without shame, fear, or pressure—and to do it in a way that honors both wisdom and the spirit. Many women don’t struggle with money because they lack discipline or intelligence. They struggle because of unhealed experiences, survival patterns, and the quiet belief that they are “behind” or “disqualified.” This series gently challenges those beliefs while offering practical tools for peace, clarity, and long-term planning. Together, we will talk honestly about: Releasing shame and money anxiety Building stability as a form of self-respect and spiritual discipline Understanding money as a tool, not a source of worth Managing debt with clarity instead of condemnation Preparing for life’s unexpected moments without fear Laying a calm foundation for future ownership and legacy Each session blends practical financial education with reflection, conversation, and encouragement. There is no pressure to share personal numbers or experiences. You are welcome to speak, journal quietly, or simply listen. This is not about hustle. This is not about perfection. This is about alignment, wisdom, and peace. Who this series is for: Women who are starting over or rebuilding Women who want stability without stress Women preparing for future ownership or housing decisions Women who want their financial lives to reflect wholeness, not fear No prior financial knowledge is required. Come as you are. Bring a notebook. Leave a little lighter than you arrived. Light refreshments will be served along with 30 minutes of networking.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php Rob will lead this month's meeting in my absence. Mark Vonder Haar

**People Analytics 101: Making Sense of Compensation Data** Compensation data is one of the most widely used and widely misunderstood forms of people analytics. The session will cover where compensation data comes from, including market pricing data, internal payroll data, and benchmarking sources, and how companies think about structuring and analyzing that information. We will explore how compensation data is leveraged to set salary ranges, manage internal equity, support hiring and retention, and align pay with business strategy. A portion of the session will address common data challenges and limitations, such as market noise, inconsistent job matching, and incomplete datasets, while keeping the primary focus on practical use rather than technical depth. The session will also look ahead at where the space is going, including the growing impact of pay transparency laws, expanding pay equity requirements, and emerging regulations in the US and Europe that require organizations to report on gender and pay gaps. The goal is to give attendees a clear mental model for how compensation analytics works today and why getting it right is becoming increasingly critical. (note: we are back at Rev1 this month!) **About Our Speaker** [Alex Moore](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexscottmoore/) is the founder of [Moore Cooperative](https://moorecooperative.com/), where he advises organizations on compensation strategy, pay equity, and people analytics. His work focuses on helping organizations like the Ohio Supreme Court design, analyze, and communicate compensation systems that are data-informed, defensible, and aligned with organizational goals. Alex lives in Granville, Ohio and has three little kiddos. More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!** **💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday! 8 pm – 1 am **.** **💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!** **💥 Free Parking!** **💥 BYOB!** **💥 Easy Access from Highway!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa 1717 Brice Rd Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215 **.** **ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING** **Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!** **.** **PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!** **.** **🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!** **.** **🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm **𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻** **.** **🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm **𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!** **.** **🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am **𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!** **.** **✅ Questions?** **Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)** Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 **.** **✅ No Experience Necessary!** **✅ No Partner Required!** **✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!** **.** **✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card** **✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!** **✅ BYOB** **✅ Age 18+** **.** **✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…** **.** **👉 Learning to Dance** **👉** Social Dancing **👉 Birthday Celebration** **👉** Bachelorette Parties **👉 Girl’s Night Out** **👉 Date Night** **👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories **👉 Meeting New People** **👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun! **.** ✅ **Questions?** Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/) Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146

#### Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster #### **Featuring Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** #### A lot of people get into real estate because they want freedom. Then they buy a rental…and realize most of the rent goes straight to the bank. They technically own property, but the mortgage controls the income. And waiting 30 years for properties to be paid off doesn’t feel realistic. This meetup is about understanding a different way to think about rental properties… one that focuses on paying them off sooner so the income is actually usable. **Featured Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** We’re excited to welcome John Blackburn as our guest speaker for this event. John has been actively investing in real estate since 2006 and has: * Been involved in **5,000+ real estate transactions** * Helped investors **acquire over $150 million in rental property** * **Raised more than $100 million** in private capital John didn’t start with family money or shortcuts. He built his portfolio by focusing on clear systems, real numbers, and long-term strategy. For this meetup, John will walk through how investors shift their focus from simply owning rentals to building properties that eventually pay them…without a mortgage attached. **What You’ll Learn** John will break down, in simple terms: * Why most rental properties don’t produce much usable income early on * Why buying more rentals isn’t always the answer * How investors structure their properties to pay off mortgages in a fraction of the time * How properties can work together to eliminate debt faster * What changes once rentals become free and clear This approach is often referred to as an accelerated paydown strategy — using rental income intentionally to reduce debt sooner, rather than waiting decades for mortgages to run their course. John will also share a simple calculator you can use to see how this works with real numbers and realistic scenarios. **The Core Idea** When a rental has a mortgage, the rent has one job: **pay the bank.** When a rental is paid off, the rent has a different job: **pay you.** Most people only see one timeline…30 years. This session shows how investors shorten that timeline and gradually increase their income as properties become free and clear. **Who This Event Is For** This event is for people who want more than just “owning rentals” on paper. * Rental owners who are tired of most of the rent going to the bank and want a clearer path to real, usable income * New investors who want to understand how rental properties actually build wealth over time before jumping in * People with capital who want to invest in real estate with intention and a long-term plan * Anyone serious about freedom and curious how rental properties transition from debt-heavy assets into income-producing ones **Event Details** **Location:** Ohio Brewing Company - 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 **Date & Time:** January 25th, 6–8 PM (Doors open at 5:30) **Cost:** Free (Seats are limited - RSVP required) **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** If you’ve ever wondered how rental properties actually turn into freedom —this is the room to be in.

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

### Tools in your AI's Toolbox : An introduction to MCP Servers The generative AI revolution has unlocked unprecedented capabilities, but the next frontier is agency: empowering models to interact with, query, and act upon the world. The current challenge is the “N x M integration problem,” where every AI model requires a custom, brittle integration for each external tool or data source. This approach simply doesn’t scale. How can we give an AI access to our sales leads, code repositories, or IoT devices in a standardized, secure, and reusable way? This session introduces Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP), the open-source framework designed to solve this challenge and become the universal connector—the USB-C port—for AI. MCP standardizes how AI models discover and use external tools, moving beyond simple function-calling to a robust, client-server architecture. We will dive into how this open protocol is creating a new ecosystem for building powerful, context-aware AI agents. Join this session for a developer-focused introduction where you will learn how to: Understand the core concepts of the open-source Model Context Protocol and its architecture. Utilize pre-built, open-source MCP servers to instantly connect AI to tools like Git, Slack, and databases. Build a custom MCP server to securely expose your own proprietary data and APIs as tools for any compliant AI. Move beyond bespoke integrations and contribute to a standardized, collaborative, and open ecosystem. Stop building one-off connectors and start building intelligent agents. This session will give you the practical knowledge to leverage MCP and create the next generation of AI that doesn’t just talk, but does. Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!! [https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/](https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/)