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The event will be held in English For English below \- \- \- \- \- "Денят на Предприемача" е ежемесечно събитие на живо, на което каним успешни предприемачи, за да разкажат какво стои зад резултатите им. Освен нашите въпроси, всеки от присъстващите може да зададе и свои и да се включи в разговора. През месец май очаквайте Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Програма: 19:00 - 20:00 ч. : Регистрация\* и свободен нетуъркинг 20:00 - 21:00 ч. : Основна част с гост Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач ( на английски език! ) 21:00 - 21:30 ч. : Q&A 21:30 - 23:00 ч. : Свободен нетуъркинг \* Регистрацията ще бъде възможна през цялото събитие. Организатор и водещ: Ивайло Георгиев Кога: 18.05.2026 г. (понеделник), 19:00 - 23:00 ч. Къде: Gramophone Club, ул. Будапеща 6, София Вход\*: 15,34 € / 30 лв. \* Плащане на място в брой или с карта. Без нужда от предварителна регистрация. Ежемесечно организираме бизнес събития в Пловдив, София и страната. Последвайте нашата страница или уебсайт за актуална информация: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org Очакваме Ви! \- \- \- \- \- "Entrepreneur’s Day" is a monthly live event where we invite successful entrepreneurs to share what stands behind their results. In addition to our own questions, everyone attending can ask questions and join the conversation. This May, expect Matthias Zeitler, serial entrepreneur. Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Program: 19:00 – 20:00 \| Registration\* and open networking 20:00 – 21:00 \| Main session with guest Matthias Zeitler\, serial entrepreneur \(in English\!\) 21:00 – 21:30 \| Q&A 21:30 – 23:00 \| Open networking \*Registration will be available throughout the entire event. Organizer and host: Ivaylo Georgiev When: 18.05.2026 (Monday), 19:00 – 23:00 Where: Gramophone Club, 6 Budapest St., Sofia Entrance\*: €15.34 / 30 BGN Payment on-site by cash or card. No pre-registration required. We organize monthly business events in Plovdiv, Sofia, and other cities across Bulgaria. Follow our page or website for updates and upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org We look forward to seeing you!

**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) **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/)

The event will be held in English For English below \- \- \- \- \- "Денят на Предприемача" е ежемесечно събитие на живо, на което каним успешни предприемачи, за да разкажат какво стои зад резултатите им. Освен нашите въпроси, всеки от присъстващите може да зададе и свои и да се включи в разговора. През месец май очаквайте Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Програма: 19:00 - 20:00 ч. : Регистрация\* и свободен нетуъркинг 20:00 - 21:00 ч. : Основна част с гост Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач ( на английски език! ) 21:00 - 21:30 ч. : Q&A 21:30 - 23:00 ч. : Свободен нетуъркинг \* Регистрацията ще бъде възможна през цялото събитие. Организатор и водещ: Ивайло Георгиев Кога: 18.05.2026 г. (понеделник), 19:00 - 23:00 ч. Къде: Gramophone Club, ул. Будапеща 6, София Вход\*: 15,34 € / 30 лв. \* Плащане на място в брой или с карта. Без нужда от предварителна регистрация. Ежемесечно организираме бизнес събития в Пловдив, София и страната. Последвайте нашата страница или уебсайт за актуална информация: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org Очакваме Ви! \- \- \- \- \- "Entrepreneur’s Day" is a monthly live event where we invite successful entrepreneurs to share what stands behind their results. In addition to our own questions, everyone attending can ask questions and join the conversation. This May, expect Matthias Zeitler, serial entrepreneur. Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Program: 19:00 – 20:00 \| Registration\* and open networking 20:00 – 21:00 \| Main session with guest Matthias Zeitler\, serial entrepreneur \(in English\!\) 21:00 – 21:30 \| Q&A 21:30 – 23:00 \| Open networking \*Registration will be available throughout the entire event. Organizer and host: Ivaylo Georgiev When: 18.05.2026 (Monday), 19:00 – 23:00 Where: Gramophone Club, 6 Budapest St., Sofia Entrance\*: €15.34 / 30 BGN Payment on-site by cash or card. No pre-registration required. We organize monthly business events in Plovdiv, Sofia, and other cities across Bulgaria. Follow our page or website for updates and upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org We look forward to seeing you!

4 години споделяме знание! Създаваме сигурност. Празнуваме заедно! Настъпи момент да отпразнуваме заедно **4-тата** **ГОДИШНИНА на Cyber Security Talks Bulgaria**. Този път без домакин и по много по-различен начин. Заповядайте на нашето парти в Art Bar 158 на **20.05**. Вече 4 години създаваме общност, споделяме опит, мнение и научени уроци, защото така вярваме, че ще постигнем по-сигурно Киберпространство за всички нас. Стъпвайки отново фраза от добре познатия ни сериал „Бар Наздраве“ : „Where everybody knows your name“, бихме казали, че Cyber Security Talks Bulgaria се утвърди като място, където всеки е добре дошъл. На 20 май това място е „Art Bar 158” (ул. „Княз Борис I“ 158). Подготвили сме една по-различна от обичайното програма, но ще я разкриваме постепенно. Както казваше един знаменит българин „Часът и мястото на срещата са известни“ – Часът е обичайният, дата - нестандартна, мястото – различни от всяко до момента. **Всеки гост на нашето парти ще получи подарък. Първото питие е от нас.** Ела на едно по-различно събитие с quiz, жива музика и приятни моменти. Бъди част от общността! Следете страниците в социалните мрежи и канала ни в Discord, за да научавате повече: · LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/cyber-security-talks-bulgaria](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cyber-security-talks-bulgaria) · Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588273361718](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588273361718) · Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/Cyber-Security-Talks-Bulgaria-Meetup-Group/](https://www.meetup.com/Cyber-Security-Talks-Bulgaria-Meetup-Group/) · Discord: [https://discord.gg/MPMAgmCbWs](https://discord.gg/MPMAgmCbWs) (#cybersec-talks) · Website : [https://www.cybersecuritytalks.bg/](https://www.cybersecuritytalks.bg/)

Please join us on May 20th for an amazing co-hosted practical meetup with the Data Science Society! ## What can you expect? ​This hands-on workshop explores how modern AI tools are changing everyday software engineering. Participants will see practical, real-world examples of how developers use tools like Kiro, Claude Code, Windsurf, and Cursor to write, debug, refactor, and understand code more efficiently. ​The session focuses on concrete use cases - speeding up feature development, improving code quality, navigating large codebases, and integrating AI into existing development cycles. It will give attendees a clear view of what “AI-augmented development” looks like in practice. ## ​Who will present? ​We have 4 speakers : * ​Rosen Krumov * ​Borislava Bagaliyska * ​Petar Ivanov * ​Viktor Botev ​Soon we will announce a bit more about the concrete expertize and focus of each of them! # ​Official partner ​For this meet-up our official partner is [iris.ai](https://iris.ai/?utm_source=luma). ​[Iris.ai](https://iris.ai/?utm_source=luma) is the AI Development and Operation Platform for building secure, high-performance Agentic RAG systems. ​Event is free but registration is mandatory: https://luma.com/bz9lg7aq

We’re getting together at McCarthy’s for a different kind of evening—one cantered on the journeys that brought us to Sofia and the local roots that keep us here. Whether you’re a local, looking for a social drink after work or you just landed yesterday from afar, come grab a drink and help us bridge the gap between the expat and local scenes.

How will AI impact the arts? What are the ethics of parasocial relationships? Who deserves to be cancelled? Where are the limits of language? At this event, we'll explore detailed scenarios where these ethical dilemmas play out. We’ll rotate in small groups between four different scenarios. Discuss, share, and hear how others think. This is for anyone who enjoys: * Thought-provoking conversations * Meeting new people in small groups * Practical philosophy 📅 Date: Tuesday, 19 May 🕖 Time: Event begins at 19:15 📍 Location: The Steps (upstairs) 🎟️ Price: Free NOTE: There is NO LIMIT on the number of participants. Even if you don't reserve a spot, you can still come along.

Join us for a 2-day hybrid hackathon in Tirana where developers, students, and people interested in AI come together to learn, build, and show their AI projects. Get practical experience, support from Google Developer Experts (GDEs), and take part in a fun demo session with prizes and giveaways. * **What participants will experience:** * Masterclasses from speakers * Team collaboration and project building * Mentorship from industry experts and GDEs * Real-world project development from idea to demo * Networking with the local tech community * Fun challenges, prizes, and giveaways **Day 1 – Online (20 May from 5pm): Start Building** * Join the welcome and introduction session * Learn about AI through masterclasses * Form teams and share project ideas * Start building their AI solutions **Day 2 – Onsite (22 May at Piramida from 10am): Build, Improve, and Present** * Panel discussion with industry experts * Learn about AI, cloud technologies, and real-world use cases * Continue building your projects with mentor guidance * Prepare and present your solutions to a panel of judges 👉 Fill out this form with your project idea and/or team details: [https://forms.gle/8cui8JKNWEp82tnaA](https://forms.gle/8cui8JKNWEp82tnaA) If you don’t have a team yet, don’t worry — you can connect with others and find team members through our Discord community: [https://discord.com/invite/BgCdCmCuGv](https://discord.com/invite/BgCdCmCuGv) **Grand Finale: Demo & Celebration** * The event ends with: * Team project presentations * Feedback from judges and mentors * Prize announcements and giveaways * A closing celebration of participants’ achievements **A chance to learn, build, and grow in AI**

**To reserve your spot for this event go here --> https://luma.com/8yl7hchk** This event is sure to max out so reserve your spot today and learn the venue after registration. Black Tech Week is pulling up to Columbus and we want you there! On May 20th, we're bringing together entrepreneurs, builders, innovators, and changemakers for a night of real conversation about tech, business, and what it takes to create something that lasts. Whether you're deep in a startup, exploring your next move, or just hungry to connect with people who are actually doing the work, this is your evening. ​Black Tech Week is a movement dedicated to celebrating and amplifying Black innovators and entrepreneurs across tech and beyond. This Columbus meetup is one stop on a much bigger journey, and the energy we build in rooms like this one is exactly what fuels that mission. Expect good vibes, genuine connections, and conversations that go beyond small talk. ​Doors open at 5:30 PM, so come ready to mix, mingle, and leave with a few new contacts and maybe a few new ideas. Spots go fast, so lock yours in now and we will see you there.

Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : **Reserve** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup **QUESTIONS ?** Pls Reach out to; Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)

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.

**Let’s kick off our very first CBUS Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Karl Road Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

Join us for an introduction to writing grant proposals for your nonprofit organization, led by consultant Tiffany Nobles. We'll discuss the most common funder requirements and how to successfully meet them. We'll also share common pitfalls to avoid. This event is free and open to the public.

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*