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Dear Data Enthusiasts, Come to the joint event with Women in AI Austria at UNIQA on the **29th of April** to explore how fragmented, heterogeneous data can be transformed into governed, AI-ready foundations that drive real impact. This evening we will hear how these challenges play out in two very different domains: managing workforce data at scale in insurance, and unifying multi-modal clinical data to support better patient outcomes in healthcare. **From Fragmented to Foundational: People Analytics at UNIQA** How do you turn fragmented People Data into a trusted, AI‑ready data foundation? This session shows how UNIQA uses Databricks as a core data platform for people analytics, integrating multiple sources into a governed People Datawarehouse. We will explore how to enable a single source of truth for workforce data to support responsible analytics, scalable dashboards, and AI‑ready datasets. [Stefanie Blaschke](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanie-blaschke/), Head of group people analytics at UNIQA Stefanie is Head of Group People Analytics at UNIQA Insurance Group, specializing in turning complex workforce data into clear, actionable insights. **Scaling Clinical Intelligence with STETHOSCOPE** As healthcare faces a post-pandemic capacity crisis exacerbated by aging demographics, the industry's fragmented data—spanning clinical tables, medical imaging, and ECG recordings—remains its greatest untapped asset. We introduce STETHOSCOPE, an AI-driven framework built on Databricks that unifies these multi-modal streams to alleviate administrative burnout and drastically reduce the risk of misdiagnosis. This session demonstrates why the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform is the definitive backbone for high-stakes healthcare LLMOps, enabling the transition from chaotic data to actionable clinical insights. Through real-world case studies and field experience, we show how agentic architectures transform patient care and operational efficiency. [Monika Hujter](https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-hujter-65802512b/) and [Zsofia Prager](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zsofia-prager-data-science/), Data Scientists at Hiflylabs Monika and Zsofia are Data Scientists at Hiflylabs, and work at the intersection of machine learning and real-world impact, with a current focus on healthcare AI. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ **Important logistics:** ! We have 100 seats available — admission is based on an RSVP list, so make sure you RSVP early. Please provide your full name and company name when registering, as these are required to obtain your visitor card at UNIQA. Please arrive at 18:00 sharp for security reasons. When registering, please indicate your: name and last name, company name and your community affiliation (WiAI Austria, VDSG, or other) via the Meetup link below: [Registration form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehGum-8XgZKe_zPUgejb_AjgHNvqzKkZrJH1PFCkD81JqggA/viewform?usp=header) We need it to give you a card to access the building. 🎤🎤 **Open Mic** We are going to open up the stage after the talks for community announcements. If you'd like to announce something, [open this slide deck](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yvFI_Lm7KjgletICOQ1hLW1hHKmCIPA1OWQF2EeZieo/edit?usp=sharing), make sure you are signed in with a google account, and click "View Only" -> "Request Edit Access". Explain in the text box what you want to announce, and we'll give you edit access to the slide deck. 🎤🎤 Also, please note that during the event, photos might be made and later posted on VDSG's or Women in AI Austria social media page. Please notify us if you do not agree. Attention attendees with food allergies. Please be aware that the food and drinks provided may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, wheat, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, or wheat. Best, The Organizer Team VDSG and WiAI Austria

Dear friends, After canceling this walk from 26. March, due to the bed weather, we try it some weeks later. In the Perchtoldsdorfer Heide we can see protected flowers like "adonis and pasque flower" (see photos), the typical vegetation in dry grasslands. Migration-birds begins to come back, I heard already the voices of chaffinch and blackcaps and a pair of kestrels is looking for a breading place. I hope to see you again, after this long time, in good health and with big motivation. Let us meet at the end of **Tramway 60 in Rodaun at 10:00** It will be usefull to bring drinking bottles because there is no restaurant in the Heide. But we can visit one after hiking, on the return to the station, crossing the city of Perchotldsdorf. Happy to see you Adi Liebe Leute, Nachdem der letzte Termin am 26.03. wegen Schlechtwetters unmöglich war, versuchen wir es ein paar Wochen später nochmals. In der Perchtoldsdorfer Heide blühen Blumen, die für Trockenrasengebiete typisch sind. Es sind geschütze Arten, wie der Frühlingsadonis, oder die Kuhschelle. und es werden noch einige Arten dazu gekommen Die ersten Zugvögel sind schon da, ich konnte schon die Stimmen von Buchfink und Mönchsgrasmücke hören. Auch ein Turmfalkenpaar sucht sein angestammtes Revier wieder auf. Und jede Woche kommen nun weitere Arten hinzu. Nach dieser langen Zeit freue ich mich darauf, möglichst viele von euch bei guter Gesundheit wieder zu sehen und mit frischem Mut. Wir treffen uns bei der Endstation der **Linie 60 in Rodaun um 10:00** Ich empfehle , eine Trinkflasche mitzunehmen, da es in der Heide keine Gaststätte gibt. Wir können aber nach unserer Tour eine aufsuchen, auf dem Rückweg zur Station, der durch Perchtoldsdorf führt. Liebe Grüße und bis bald Adi

OpenClaw Deep Dive into the Future of Autonomous Business Agents 17:30 – 23:30 \| Fiskaly GmbH\, Mariahilfer Strasse 36\, 1070 Wien\, Austria ⚠️ **Please Note: This is a free event, made possible by neob.ai. Seats are strictly limited and seating cannot be guaranteed. Admission is on a First Come, First Served basis. We strongly recommend arriving early to secure your spot.** SPEAKERS AND KEY TOPICS Andrew Demczuk, MSc — OpenClaw Core Maintainer Don't hack me, bro Ed Prinz — Founder & CEO, neob.ai Web4: The Revolution of the New Internet Based on Agents More speakers to be announced. ABOUT OPENCLAW Forget simple Q&A. We are entering the era of proactive AI. OpenClaw (formerly ClawdBot) is an open source framework that closes the gap between generative AI and real operational execution. AI agents operate inside everyday messengers such as Telegram or WhatsApp and autonomously perform complex business workflows. This event provides a deep dive into the architecture, capabilities, risks, and future implications of agentic systems that will fundamentally reshape how companies operate. WHY OPENCLAW OpenClaw represents a major milestone. For the first time, AI truly acts as a proactive assistant. It does not just respond to commands. It informs you, prepares briefings, and executes tasks autonomously within familiar interfaces such as WhatsApp or Telegram. This marks the transition from passive tools to operational AI agents.

**Every Second Wednesday · 16:00–18:00 · Free Entry · Villa Vida Café** No sign-up needed-just show up! **Lavender Lounge** is Villa Vida’s cozy, community-centered **queer arts-and-crafts hangout** — a free creative space for anyone who wants to make art, relax, and connect with other queer people in Vienna. Every second Wednesday, you can bring your own supplies, settle into a calm corner, and work on whatever brings you joy: painting, knitting, sketching, journaling, crochet, collage, or any DIY craft you love. No experience needed, no pressure, no expectations. This is a soft, introvert-friendly space where newcomers and regulars mix easily. If you’re looking for a low-stress queer social event, this is it. ### **What to expect** * A quiet, cozy environment * Free entry, all identities welcome * Bring-your-own-supplies arts & crafts * Mix of regulars and newcomers * Zero-pressure, introvert-friendly socializing * A chance to share your work or simply unwind * Creative freedom in a safe, queer space ### **Who’s welcome** Lavender Lounge is open to: * Queer people of all identities * Questioning folks * Trans and nonbinary creatives * Allies who respect queer spaces * Beginners, hobbyists, and experienced artists * Anyone 18+ wanting a gentle queer community hang ### **Languages** This is a multilingual group. English is common, but participants also speak German, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian, French, and more. No specific language skills required — people naturally accommodate. ### **Come as you are** Bring your craft. Find your corner. Soak in the calm. Leave with inspiration — and maybe a new friend.

🇬🇧 English version below Ein Abend für echte Verbindungen, Inspiration und Wachstum. Erlebe einen Abend mit ambitionierten Unternehmer:innen, Selbstständigen und kreativen Köpfen, die mehr wollen. Mehr Austausch, neue Möglichkeiten und wertvolle Business Kontakte. 👥 Wer kommt: Ambitionierte Unternehmer:innen, Selbstständige und Gründer:innen, die gezielt ihr Business Netzwerk erweitern und sich mit den richtigen Menschen verbinden wollen. Dieses Event richtet sich an Personen mit unternehmerischem Denken, klaren Zielen und dem Anspruch, sich geschäftlich und persönlich weiterzuentwickeln. 💡 Themen des Abends: ▪️ Unternehmertum, Investitionen und Business Wachstum ▪️ Mindset, Leadership und persönliche Entwicklung ▪️ Marketing, Sales, E Commerce und Coaching 🎯 Unser Ziel: Ein Abend mit echten Gesprächen, starken Verbindungen und der richtigen Energie. Kein oberflächliches Small Talk Networking, sondern ein Umfeld, in dem neue Geschäftsmöglichkeiten entstehen, Partnerschaften aufgebaut werden und ehrlicher Austausch im Fokus steht. In entspannter und gleichzeitig hochwertiger Atmosphäre entstehen genau die Kontakte, die dich und dein Business weiterbringen. 🍷 Wine meets Business Open Networking 🥂 Alle Getränke sind im Ticket inkludiert Freue dich auf ausgewählte Weinsorten aus Österreich, sowohl Rotwein als auch Weißwein, sowie Bier und Softdrinks. Für die Teilnahme ist ein Ticket über unseren Shop erforderlich: 👉 🎟️ [Hier Ticket sichern](https://www.edv-guru.com/collections/i-b-l/products/i-b-l-gast-ticket?shpxid=16dd94fb-02f2-4e52-b987-353f86081509) 🎁 Special Highlight Unter allen Teilnehmer:innen werden vor Ort 3 personalisierte, hochwertige Visitenkarten im IBL Style verlost inklusive digitalem Visitenkarten Auftritt. 📍 Location Weinclub7 Siebensterngasse 27 1070 Wien 📅 Datum: Mittwoch, 29.04.2026 🕕 Ablauf ▪️ 18:30h bis 19:00h Get Together und Einlass ▪️ 19:00h Opening und Vorstellung I.B.L Business Club ▪️ 20:00h bis 23:30h Open Networking 🤝 Community Werde Teil unserer WhatsApp Community und vernetze dich bereits vor dem Event mit anderen Teilnehmer:innen: 👉[Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LQ4Z8HO8JfU05co7JJZjxf?mode=gi_t) 📸 Hinweis Mit deiner Teilnahme erklärst du dich einverstanden, dass bei der Veranstaltung Fotos gemacht und auf Social Media veröffentlicht werden dürfen. Wenn du nicht fotografiert werden möchtest, gib bitte dem Fotografen vor Ort Bescheid. *** 🇬🇧 English An evening for real connections, inspiration and growth. Experience an evening with ambitious entrepreneurs, freelancers and creative minds who want more. More exchange, new opportunities and valuable business contacts. 👥 Who attends: Ambitious entrepreneurs, self employed professionals and founders who want to expand their business network and connect with the right people. This event is designed for individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset, clear goals and the ambition to grow both personally and professionally. 💡 Topics of the evening: ▪️ Entrepreneurship, investments and business growth ▪️ Mindset, leadership and personal development ▪️ Marketing, sales, e commerce and coaching 🎯 Our goal: An evening of real conversations, strong connections and the right energy. No superficial small talk networking, but an environment where new business opportunities arise, partnerships are built and meaningful exchange takes place. In a relaxed yet high quality atmosphere, you will meet the right people to grow your business. 🍷 Wine meets Business Open Networking 🥂 All drinks are included in your ticket Enjoy selected Austrian wines including red and white wine, as well as beer and soft drinks. Participation requires a ticket via our shop: 👉 🎟️ [Get your ticket here](https://www.edv-guru.com/collections/i-b-l/products/i-b-l-gast-ticket?shpxid=16dd94fb-02f2-4e52-b987-353f86081509) 🎁 Special highlight 3 participants will win a personalized premium business card in IBL style including a digital business card presence. The winners will be selected on site. 📍 Location Weinclub7 Siebensterngasse 27 1070 Vienna 📅 Date: Wednesday, 29.04.2026 🕕 Schedule ▪️ 18:30h to 19:00h Get Together and entry ▪️ 19:00h Opening and introduction of I.B.L Business Club ▪️ 20:00h to 23:30h Open networking 🤝 Community Join our WhatsApp community and connect with other attendees before the event: 👉 [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LQ4Z8HO8JfU05co7JJZjxf?mode=gi_t) 📸 Note By attending, you agree that photos may be taken during the event and used on social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform the photographer on site.

**Is it still worth it to pay for a Scrum Master?** *with Jan Hadrava* Across the industry, more and more companies are questioning whether Scrum Masters are worth the investment. Hiring slows down. Teams claim they “don’t need one.” And the role itself is interpreted so differently that its real impact often gets lost. This meetup tackles that head-on. Based on a real case study from Woven by Toyota, the talk *“Is it still worth it to pay for a Scrum Master?”* digs into practical, measurable outcomes rather than theory. After being presented in Tokyo and Prague, it continues to spark honest conversations about what the role should *actually* look like — and what happens when it’s done right. Join us if you want to explore:​ * How **Scrum Masters** make a practical difference in how teams work * Why **developers** benefit when the role is practiced effectively * What **managers** should expect from a Scrum Master — and how it shows up in team results If you’ve ever questioned the relevance of the Scrum Master role (or heard others do it), this is the session you don’t want to miss. Meet **Jan**, an experienced Agile Coach, based in Tokyo. We are happy to welcome him on his European stop, where he's looking forward to connect with local communities.

**Join us** for free writing sessions with tea and treats and find the accountability, focus, and structure you need to achieve your goals. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done! **SCHEDULE:** 18:00 - Quick Session intros. 18:15- Timer starts 20:00 - end/chat/ take off/. Vienna Mosaik closes at 20:15 OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING before and after the session. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and join us! **What Should I Bring?** -Whatever you need to be able to write! -Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block out music or sounds. **Other Important Details:** TRAVEL / PARKING: 65A to Laxenburger Straße/Troststraße; O tram or 11 stop Arthaberplatz; Reumannplatz U-Bahn; Parking is Kurzparkzone. **INTERNET:** Yes **FOOD/DRINKS:** Light snacks, tea and coffee available. Donations optional **Open seating:** writing room is separate next to the entrance room. **Other info:** Click on the meetup you want to attend and then click on the red button "Teilnehmen" or "Attend". Otherwise, you can attend the writing session anyway. :) *Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at Vienna Mosaik!* Find Us on Google Maps: [Vienna Mosaik](https://maps.app.goo.gl/1FsrkiXaw6D7y6pK7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy)

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) You can drop your layers, bags & whatever else at Café Brenner before the run. 📍 Meeting point: 09:55 at Café Brenner (https://share.google/YQ03QVDuYaga5AFRm) – drop your stuff, say hi. 👟 10:00 warm-up starts outside of the building (Superbude) ➡️ Then we head off on the \~5K Prater loop. ☕ Post-run: coffee back at Café Brenner. ❗️🔒 The storage room at Café Brenner will be locked during the run – but please note: Neither Founders Running Club nor Café Brenner does assume any liability. **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Bouldering Session at the Edelweiss Center. Each participant is responsible for paying their entry fee upon arrival. Keep in mind that you need an Alpenverein Membership after your first trial visit. Meeting at the entrance area and entering together at 14’

This is a structured coworking session for people who want to follow through and get it done. To join, please register here (takes 1–2 minutes): [https://nocrastination.space/](https://nocrastination.space/) Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K6LidaoQhe16wZ0Se9pNM6?mode=gi_t). Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nocrastinationclub/) You just haven’t been able to follow through. You start things, lose momentum and find yourself starting over again. You’re not alone. Most people get support at the beginning. And applause at the end. But the part that actually matters? The middle. The quiet, repetitive, sometimes frustrating part where nothing feels exciting, and everything depends on showing up. **That’s where we are.** At NoCrastination, we don’t meet for hype. We meet to **show up and finish something, together.** Not perfectly. Not magically. Just consistently. **What this really is** This is a space for people who are: * building something * figuring things out * or simply trying to stay on track **without doing it alone** You don’t need to be an entrepreneur. You just need something you want to move forward. **What happens here** You bring something you’ve been putting off. We sit down together. We focus. And you leave with something done. That’s it. And that’s everything. **Why people keep coming back** * “I finally follow through on what I plan” * “I leave with real progress every time” **Time and Location** 🕐 **Time:** 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 **Location:** Jaz in the City – Ground Floor long table Windmühlgasse 28, 1060 Vienna 💻 **Bring:** Your laptop, journal, or anything you’ve been avoiding **Hosted by**: NoCrastination. See you across from the ground floor bar ✨ you will see us sitting at the long table with our laptops ☕ Please do order something from the bar, so as to keep us in their good graces! Espresso: €3.5, Americano: €4.5, Latte: €5.5. Donations to support the community are voluntary and welcome. **How it works** * **13:00–13:30 → arrival + soft intro + set your task** * **Deep focus sessions (2 x 90’ + 15’ breaks)** * Quiet focus + optional social space * Drop in anytime, stay as long as you want Simple structure. Real progress. **First time joining?** We are near the ground floor bar 💛 We’ll get you settled. **This is for you if:** * You keep starting but don’t finish * You feel stuck working alone * You want structure — without pressure * You want to express yourself AND move forward **What you’ll get** Not motivation. Not a productivity hack. **You’ll get: ONE THING DONE.** And then you come back, and do it again. **This is how it starts** You don’t need to commit to anything big. Just come once. Pick one thing. Finish it. We’ll be there. As we’re growing and improving the experience, we’re moving to a more structured system. Registration is part of participating. **Stay connected** Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K6LidaoQhe16wZ0Se9pNM6?mode=gi_t) Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nocrastinationclub/) This is a space you can keep coming back to. **You’re not behind. You’re just in the middle.** And you don’t have to go through it alone. You are one of us.

This is an event for ages 16 and up. Children are not allowed to participate. We cannot guarantee age-appropriate scenes and exercises. We meet at Donauinsel Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FVhWPCS2ttP4EQ4Q8 We advise you to join the WA-Group because we maybe move to a different meadow. And the exact coordinates where we are will be posted there. **Stop overthinking and start playing!** 🌿 This session is a soft, safe space to practice being present and letting go of perfectionism. Please note: The main part of this session will be held in **German**. **Raus aus dem Kopf, rein in den Moment!** 🎭 Hast du das Gefühl, oft festzustecken oder alles perfekt machen zu wollen? Improvisationstheater ist das perfekte Training gegen Procrastination und Perfektionismus. Hier lernst du, dem ersten Impuls zu vertrauen und mit dem zu arbeiten, was gerade da ist. **Outdoor Vitality:** Training by the water is pure mindfulness. Nature helps calm your nervous system and instantly stops overthinking. Fresh air, open space, and improv—the perfect combo to clear your mind and boost your well-being. **Bonus für Körper & Geist:** Das Training am Wasser ist Achtsamkeit pur. Die Natur hilft dir, das Nervensystem zu beruhigen und das Gedankenkarussell sofort zu stoppen. Frische Luft, weite Sicht und Impro – die beste Kombi, um mentalen Ballast einfach abzuwerfen. **Was dich erwartet:** In einer wertschätzenden Atmosphäre nutzen wir einfache Spiele und Bewegung, um: * 🌱 **"Ja, genau!" zu sagen:** Impulse annehmen statt sie zu zerdenken. * ✨ **Fehler zu feiern:** Perfektionismus ablegen und spielerisch "scheitern". * 🧠 **Präsenz zu stärken:** Ganz im Hier und Jetzt reagieren. **Der Ablauf:** Wir starten mit 1,5 Stunden lockerer Gruppenspiele. Danach folgen sehr kurze, lustige Impro-Szenen. **Wichtig:** Du machst nur das, worauf du Lust hast. Es ist ein Safe Space – keine Vorkenntnisse nötig! 👤 **Host:** Simon Brauner (über 70geleitete Trainings) Das Event ist kostenlos. Wir freuen uns über Spenden. **Komm vorbei, lass den Planungsmodus hinter dir und entdecke die Freude am Moment. Wir freuen uns auf dich! 💚** WA-Gruppe: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JgmE1fAt7284tf0eIFlBtI](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JgmE1fAt7284tf0eIFlBtI) This is a German-speaking improv session focused on mindfulness and overcoming mental blocks. No acting experience needed - just bring your presence and curiosity!

Are you interested in product management and user experience? Are you an early bird? Join us for **UX Vienna Mornings**, a casual breakfast meetup. Meet like-minded people, discuss interesting topics, and expand your professional network in a great atmosphere. Our agenda: 1. Introduce yourself: Share what you do or what you like. 2. Learn about job opportunities and upcoming events. 3. Discuss your topics or projects. Is there a question you would like to discuss? Or a project you would like to share? Please bring them along! 4. Network and chat. **UX Vienna Mornings** take place on the first Friday of every month from 8 am to 10 am. Please note that this location only accepts cash. By participating, you agree that your likeness may be recorded and authorise UX Vienna to use any recording containing your likeness in any medium for any purpose. Accessible services for people with special needs: For assistance from a public transport stop to the venue and back, please email Max Scheugl at m@nofro.com

🌿 Deutsch unten -- We now offer the following activities, all on Thursday Evenings from 19:00–21:00 🌿 🖌 1st Thursday of the month – Meditation & Drawing Chanting & meditation, followed by creative drawing exercises to expand perception and soften habitual patterns. 🧘 2nd Thursdays of the month – Meditation & Yoga Chanting & meditation, followed by Pranayama, gentle Hatha/Ashtanga-inspired movements to cultivate balance, clarity, and presence. 🕊 3rd Thursday of the month – Meditation in Movement Chanting & meditation, followed by Qigong moving exercises led by Manuel to apply non-dualism while in slow movement. 😇 4th Thursday of the month – Guided Meditation Chanting & meditation, followed by an investigation into our true nature. We will take a Zen koan from the Gateless Gate as a point of departure. 🤫 In case there is a 5th Thursday – Silent Meditation Chanting & meditation, followed by longer periods of silence. ✨ Details • €12 (€10 reduced), cash at the door • Registration through Meetup appreciated, not required • No prior experience needed • Light snacks and drinks available during the breaks 🔗 [www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/](http://www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/) 🏠 Hütteldorferstraße 128, Top 02, 1140 Wien 📧 [jacques.van.engel@gmail.com](mailto:jacques.van.engel@gmail.com) =============================================== 🌿 Wir bieten nun folgende Aktivitäten an, jeweils donnerstags von 19:00 bis 21:00 Uhr 🌿 🖌 Erster Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation & Zeichnen Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von kreativen Zeichenübungen, um die Wahrnehmung zu erweitern und gewohnheitsmäßige Muster aufzulockern. 🧘 2. Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation & Yoga Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von Pranayama und sanften, von Hatha/Ashtanga inspirierten Bewegungen zur Förderung von Gleichgewicht, Klarheit und Präsenz. 🕊 3. Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation in Bewegung Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von Qigong-Bewegungsübungen unter der Leitung von Manuel, um Non-Dualismus in langsamen Bewegungen zu erforschen. 😇 4. Donnerstag im Monat – Geführte Meditation Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von einer Erkundung unserer wahren Natur. Jacques wird einen Zen-Koan aus dem „Tor ohne Tor“ als Ausgangspunkt nehmen. 🤫 Falls es einen 5. Donnerstag gibt – Stille Meditation Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von längeren Phasen der Stille. ✨ Details • 12 € (ermäßigt 10 €), Barzahlung an der Tür • Anmeldung über Meetup erwünscht, aber nicht erforderlich • Keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich • kleine Snacks & Getränke während der Pausen 🔗 [www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/](http://www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/) 🏠 Hütteldorferstraße 128, Top 02, 1140 Wien 📧 jacques.van.engel@gmail.com

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.

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!!*

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!.

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

**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/)

Join us for lunch/tea at Asterisk Supper Club to discuss our May book "Under the Oak Tree" by Suji Kim Lady Maximilian is the daughter of the powerful Duke Croyso, but she is rarely allowed outside her family’s sprawling castle for fear that her stutter will tarnish their noble name. When she is forced to marry Sir Riftan, a lowborn knight caught in one of her father’s schemes, Maxi doesn’t dare hope for happiness, let alone love. Her stumbling communication and his gruff manner sour their relationship before it can begin, and Riftan leaves without a word the morning after their vows are exchanged. Now, three years after their disastrous wedding night, Riftan has returned as a war hero. To Maxi’s surprise, despite rumors that he was offered marriage to Princess Agnes, a beautiful and renowned sorceress, Riftan still wants Maxi for his wife. And when he comes to claim her, his longing becomes a desire that bewilders Maxi, even as she is overcome by the scorching heat that Riftan’s presence ignites within her. As she learns to navigate the intricacies of her new life, Maxi will find herself and her courage, and discover that she is anything but powerless.

At Evolve Synergy Sessions, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. [Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/) \*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected! Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.