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Encuentro de la Tribu. Descubre tu Carta Astrologica y tu Fuerza Interior.
Encuentro de la Tribu. Descubre tu Carta Astrologica y tu Fuerza Interior.
Encuentro para conocernos , compartir nuestros momentos vitales, nuestras necesidades, descubrimientos, recibir ayuda si lo deseas, etc. Si eres nuev@ en el crecimiento interior-personal-espiritual , te ofrezco leerte tu carta astrologica y compartirte tips esenciales para ser más Fuerte y Libre. Animate. Juntos somos más Fuertes ! **Si quieres asistir escríbeme por whatsapp al 678777477.** **Los encuentros se organizarán desde el grupo de whatsapp.** (por lo que aunque no veas inscripciones aquí no significa nada).
29th Meetup - AI Power in Talent Acquisition
29th Meetup - AI Power in Talent Acquisition
Barcelona’s TA community is getting together to talk about what *actually works* when it comes to AI in TA. No hype, no fluff. If you're curious about how teams are really using AI day-to-day (not just what vendors promise), this one’s for you. In this meetup hosted by our friends at Factorial, we’ll learn how they are leveraging AI in Talent Acquisition. [Raquel Fole](https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelfole/?locale=en) and [Federico d’Alessio](https://www.linkedin.com/in/federicoda/) will show us how their team are using AI tools such as Gemini, Claude and others to reduce admin work, find new candidates and improve engagement with vibe-coded tools. 📍 **Details:** * **Date:** May 12, 2026 * **Time:** 18:30–20:00 (event) + 20:00–21:00 (networking) * **Location:** **New Factorial Office** — Carrer de la Llacuna, 56, Sant Martí, 08005 Barcelona ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/hqMptdwuvxqB9tmW6)) 🤝 A great opportunity to connect with other TA professionals in Barcelona who are exploring the future of TA. If you're in Talent Acquisition, People Ops, or just curious about AI in hiring, you should definitely join.
✨“TAI CHI”. ☯️ el Poder Curativo de la Calma y el Silencio 💫
✨“TAI CHI”. ☯️ el Poder Curativo de la Calma y el Silencio 💫
**Prepárate para descubrir cómo el flujo de nuestra energía vital, o Chi, puede transformar tu calidad de vida."** No es necesario experiencia previa. Esta práctica la realizaremos todos los martes hasta Junio como curso de iniciación del Tai Chi del Dragón. Forma de 64 movimientos 📅 **Todos los Martes** 🕖 **19:30 h** 📍 **Espacio Descubrir y parc del Turó de la Peira** Carrer Cadí, 48 08031 · Barcelona 🚇 **Metro:** Virrei Amat (Línea Azul) 🚌 **Buses cercanos** https://share.google/ye8KFpLH8gW5N9Iix **Facilita Jesús Barberán** 👉 No lo dejes para más adelante. 1 Clase suelta 10€ Bono mensual 35€ Bono mensual socios 30€ Conoce todos nuestro eventos [https://www.iching-qigong.com/](https://www.iching-qigong.com/) Este evento se publica en otros sitios por lo que la puede que la lista de los apuntados no corresponda con el total de personas asistentes. **Únete a nuestro grupo de WhatsApp de Espacio Descubrir:** **[Comunidad IChing-QiGong](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BOCtl2A4KYeEIDf1hirHqu)** Mira que más cosas hacemos... **[Entra en el Espacio Descubrir](https://www.iching-qigong.com/espacio-descubrir-barcelona)**
🎲🎲NEW SUBGRUPO JUEGOS de Mesa/BOARD GAMES: PARTIDA al MONOPOLY y otros juegos.
🎲🎲NEW SUBGRUPO JUEGOS de Mesa/BOARD GAMES: PARTIDA al MONOPOLY y otros juegos.
Nuestra nueva web: [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) 🎲🎲NEW SUBGRUPO JUEGOS de Mesa/BOARD GAMES: PARTIDA al MONOPOLY y otros juegos. NOS PONEMOS DE ACUERDO POR EL CHAT JUEGOS DE MESA DONDE IR, DÍA, HORA, COMO ENCONTRARNOS Y COMENTAMOS LOS JUEGOS QUE VAMOS A TRAER. ESTE SUBGRUPO SE ORGANIZA A TRAVÉS DE UN CHAT DENTRO DE LA PLATAFORMA PATREON SINGLES BARCELONA. COLABORA, PARTICIPA Y EMPUJA. CREA ACTIVIDAD SOCIAL. COGE LA PALA. [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona)
Baile en Sitges - FUSIÓN MODERNA - Primera clase con descuento
Baile en Sitges - FUSIÓN MODERNA - Primera clase con descuento
ES IMPRESCINDIBLE CONFIRMAR ASISTENCIA ENVIAR WHATSAPP +34 669 687 767 DM INSTAGRAM: @jenzenyogadance \-\-\-\- FUSIÓN MODERNA EN SITGES martes 20 -21.15 DM para la direción \-\-\-\- Fusión Moderna es un punto de encuentro de mi estilo de baile personal con influencias de la fusión belly dance, el neo-fusión, el baile urbano, la danza contemporánea y prácticas de energía mente/cuerpo. En estas clases, despertaremos el movimiento fluido desde una perspectiva energética y orgánica. Exploraremos cualidades líquidas y sinuosas a través del desarrollo de frases. También nos sumergiremos en nuestra expresión con mini coreografías de Fusión Moderna, centrándonos en dominar la técnica mientras invitamos sensaciones e imágenes para enriquecer nuestro baile con sentimientos, textura y conexión interna. \-\-\-\- Abierto a todos los niveles. \-\-\-\- DM + info y para reservar plaza Whatsapp +34 669 687 767 IG: @jenzenyogadance \-\-\-\- MODERN FUSION IN SITGES Tuesdays 20 - 21.15 DM for location. \-\-\-\- Modern Fusion is a meeting point of my personal dance style with influences from fusion belly dance, neo fusion, contemporary dance urban dances, and mind/body energy practices. In these classes, we will awaken our fluid movement from an energetic and organic place, to explore liquid and sinuous qualities through seamless sequences. We will also dive into our personal expression with Modern Fusion choreographies, focusing on mastering technique while inviting sensations and images to enrich our dance with feelings, texture and deep inner connection. \-\-\-\- Open to all levels. \-\-\-\- DM + info and to confirm your assistance Whatsapp +34 669 687 767 IG: @jenzenyogadance
Circle Song: Improvised Body Music
Circle Song: Improvised Body Music
**Invitation** **We are the instruments.** A participatory, improvised, embodied practice that reconnects us to one another through rhythm, voice, and play. This is a guided yet fully improvised experience, using the facilitation tools and methods of [Musica do Circulo](https://www.musicadocirculo.com/en). No prior experience is required, only an openness to connect with other humans in your own fun, light and authentic way. Circle songs are an invitation into a fully immersive, fully improvised musical experience using vocals, body percussion and movement. It draws inspiration from musical embodied rhythm practices from around the world, including call-and-response singing, rhythmic clapping games and circle song traditions. *"We are doing something that is so human and so needed, something that we've forgotten." - Igor, circle participant May 2025* Simply by standing in a circle and connecting with our bodies as our instruments, we are reminded that we can find joy and meaning right here in this present moment, and in the next. **This event is donation-based. What does this mean?** It means pay if and what you can, so that everyone can join. It also means spreading the word and bringing your friends to keep this going strong! If you think your company, organisation, team, or event could benefit from a similar experience — please reach out. That's how we sustain it in the long run. **Doors close at 18.45** [Join the WhatsApp community](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IEKLeWAAIxP0I2MFUaSP1c?mode=gi_t) to contact the organisers and stay up to date on all circles! **About Matteo (facilitator):** Matteo is a creative facilitator who uses embodied practices — music, theatre, play — to spark connection and joy. He has spent the last seven years working with Greenpeace and organising the Climate Justice Camps, a global gathering of thousands of young people from around the world. He is a trained Música do Círculo leader\*.\* *[www.matteodevos.com](http://www.matteodevos.com)*

Influence Events This Week

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Beyond the Silo: How Small Research Teams Can Influence the Entire Org
Beyond the Silo: How Small Research Teams Can Influence the Entire Org
**The schedule:** * **18:30 – 19:00:** Meet & Greet (Arrivals) * **19:00 – 19:45:** Panel Discussion: *Beyond the Silo* * **19:45 – 20:00:** Q&A with our three guest speakers * **20:00 – 21:00:** Networking & Pica Pica Social (**with beer and snacks!**) **How to find us:** This meetup is held at the **Docplanner BCN** offices at Torre Diagonal Mar complex (**Carrer de Josep Pla, 2**), located across from the Diagonal Mar shopping center. * **Public Transport:** Tram or Metro stop **El Maresme \| Forum**. * **Finding the Building:** There are three towers; please head to the **middle building**. * **Entrance:** Look for the **B2** sign. * **Check-in:** You will need to show your **ID** at the BMar reception desk to gain access. * **Elevator:** Head up to the **13th floor**. Being the only researcher, or part of a small research team, often means carrying the weight of user advocacy entirely on your shoulders. The Barcelona tech ecosystem is fueled by fast-moving startups and agile product teams, but that reality can sometimes leave UX researchers managing backlogs and advocating for stakeholder buy-in without a massive support system. Join us as we interview a panel of UXRs who have successfully built their company's research culture from within a lean team. We will dive into their firsthand experiences and talk through real-world playbooks for strategic roadmap influence. Expect thoughtful discussions on how to democratize your insights, scale your impact across the organization, and drive high-fidelity product decisions. Whether you are a team of one or navigating the growing pains of a small team, bring your questions, your challenges, and your stories. See you there!
Conferencia ✨ El Secreto: Claves de la Ley de Atracción
Conferencia ✨ El Secreto: Claves de la Ley de Atracción
⬇️ Únete a nuestro Grupo de Whatsapp [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DpaOmS5kLgQJu0TabAPBpd](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DpaOmS5kLgQJu0TabAPBpd) ⬇️ Estamos en Instagram [www.instagram.com/redconsciencia_comunidad](http://www.instagram.com/redconsciencia_comunidad) **Conferencia ✨ El Secreto: Claves de la Ley de Atracción** ¿Y si tu mente fuera el imán más poderoso del universo? En esta conferencia transformadora descubrirás los principios fundamentales que hay detrás de *El Secreto* y la verdadera esencia de la **Ley de Atracción**, más allá del mito y la fantasía. Exploraremos las **claves prácticas** para sintonizar con tus deseos más profundos y crear una realidad alineada con tu propósito. 🔑 ¿Qué aprenderás? \*Cómo funciona la Ley de Atracción desde una perspectiva científica y bioenergética. * La importancia del **estado mental y emocional** en la creación de tu realidad. \*Técnicas para **reprogramar tu subconsciente** y convertirte en un imán de oportunidades. * La diferencia entre desear, visualizar y **vibrar en coherencia**. \*Cómo activar el **Sistema de Activación Reticular (SAR)** para que tu mente trabaje a tu favor. Ideal para quienes desean tomar el control de su vida y manifestar una versión más plena, libre y poderosa de sí mismos. 🌌\* Lo que crees, lo creas. Lo que sientes, lo atraes. Lo que agradeces, se expande.\* **Colaboración**: 5€ para gastos de sala y organización. Sólo en efectivo. No Bizum. **Formato**: Presencial y participativo.
PLURAL EVENT #4
PLURAL EVENT #4
Calling anyone curious about *structures for deliberate democracy* to join a **Plural Event** 🌍 ​*Joining Partners: [RadicalXChange](https://www.radicalxchange.org/?utm_source=luma), [Web3Privacynow](https://web3privacy.info/?utm_source=luma), [Logos](https://logos.co/?utm_source=luma), [Comms Gardening](https://bit.ly/comms-gardening?utm_source=luma) and [Hubs Network](https://www.hubsnetwork.org/?utm_source=luma)* ## ​Do you care about how democracy actually works, and how it could work better? ​Come share your ideas at [a local session] and be part of something bigger: conversations happening the same day across multiple cities. Your discussion at [your favorite hub] will connect with others around the world exploring the exact same theme. ​We believe a true collective intelligence emerges from a plurality of voices. ​✨ As a bonus, insights from these events will be showcased in a panel at the [Web3PrivacyNow Summit in Berlin on June 14, ](https://web3privacy.info/event/s26ber/?utm_source=luma)reaching a wider audience. ​**What to expect in this session:** * ​Explore a local breakdown in democratic coordination * ​Imagine tools or processes that could improve it * ​Reflect on where privacy and transparency matter * ​Sketch a simple prototype * ​Design a small collective action you can try within a week ​**What are Plural Events?** Plural events bring people together around one shared topic, on the same day, in different locations worldwide. Initiated by RadicalxChange Foundation, Hubs Network and Comms Gardening, they aim to gather diverse perspectives and weave them into richer, more inclusive insights. ​Sponsored by: [Web3PrivacyNow](https://web3privacy.info/?utm_source=luma) & [Logos](https://logos.co/manifesto?utm_source=luma) *** ​One topic. ​Many places. ​Real voices, weaved into something larger. ​----- ​Extra!!! ​If you publicly share what your group designed during the Plural event, your team will have the chance to win a bounty to continue developing it. ​An independent jury will review all submissions and award prizes of €600, €300, and €100 to the top three ideas. ​Full contest rules and judging criteria coming soon.
Climate Action Book Club: It’s Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach
Climate Action Book Club: It’s Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach
The climate emergency will not be solved by reading books. But by coming together to read, to educate ourselves, to share what we learn with friends and family, and to take action in our corner of the world we can be a small part of the wave of change humanity desperately needs. Sound like something you want to be a part of? We’d love to have you. Join the Climate Action Book Club this month to read It’s Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach, the young Jamaica-born British activist and author. She’s an infectious and inspiring voice who will get you excited to take action. This event is free, but please get your copy from the wonderful English bookstore that hosts our book club meetings, Backstory. To cover Meetup fees, we also request a €1 donation per attendee. You are welcome (even encouraged) to join us even if you haven't read the book but want to hear and join the discussion about it. Feel free to bring a friend, too. Hope to see you!
🌿 Qi Gong - Chi Kung Presencial y Online🌿
🌿 Qi Gong - Chi Kung Presencial y Online🌿
Te invito a un espacio de calma y transformación a través del **Qi Gong**, 📆 **Cada Jueves por la tarde** 📍 *Espacio Descubrir* Barcelona y ahora también Online Si vienes Online Rellena este formulario con tu teléfono para saber que vienes y enviarte el link de Zoom https://forms.gle/UP2tkc6r5ysfc6Kj9 una práctica milenaria que desbloquea la energía estancada, fortalece los órganos y equilibra tus emociones. ✨ En cada sesión: 🌀 Movimientos suaves y conscientes 💨 Respiración profunda y revitalizante 🌱 Conexión con los **5 elementos** (agua, madera, fuego, tierra, metal) ❤️ Trabajo sobre los **órganos y emociones asociadas**: * Riñones (miedo – confianza) * Hígado (ira – paciencia) * Corazón (impaciencia – alegría) * Bazo (preocupación – calma) * Pulmones (tristeza – aceptación) 👥 **Grupo reducido** para acompañamiento personalizado 🎯 Ideal para personas con estrés, bloqueos emocionales, enfermedades crónicas o quienes simplemente buscan equilibrio y bienestar. 💬 No se necesita experiencia previa, solo ganas de cuidarte desde dentro. ✨ ¡Ven a sentir los beneficios desde la primera clase! Clases sueltas 10€ Una clase semanal por mes 35€ Socios Una clase semanal por mes 30€ Este evento se publica en otros sitios por lo que la puede que la lista de los apuntados no corresponda con el total de personas asistentes. **Únete a nuestro grupo de WhatsApp de Espacio Descubrir:** **[Comunidad IChing-QiGong](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BOCtl2A4KYeEIDf1hirHqu)** Mira que más cosas hacemos... **[Entra en el Espacio Descubrir](https://www.iching-qigong.com/espacio-descubrir-barcelona)**
🍃🌸 PEDRAFORCA 360º  - Volta completa a la muntanya ⛰️ (🥾Nivel intermedio)
🍃🌸 PEDRAFORCA 360º - Volta completa a la muntanya ⛰️ (🥾Nivel intermedio)
**(CASTELLANO a continuación 🌲 ENGLISH below)** Amb ganes d'un dia d'autèntica muntanya? Doncs no et pots perdre **el clàssic "Pedraforca 360º" enmig del Parc Natural del Cadí-Moixeró**. No t'espantis... avui no pujarem aquest majestuós cim... "simplement" volem fer la **volta completa al Pedraforca** entre frondosos boscos per antics camins històrics com el Camí dels Bons Homes... i per poder admirar la que molts consideren la muntanya més singular i impressionant de Catalunya... des de tots els angles! **Una ruta increïble de 17km i 700m de desnivell però sense cap dificultat especial que ens farà connectar amb uns boscos, un aire, unes pedres, uns prats d'alta muntanya en plena explosió primaveral i unes vistes... que són un regal per a l'ànima! ;-)** ℹ️ **Detalls pràctics:** * **Preu:** 25 € excursió + 15€ cotxe (es paga directament al conductor/a) = **Total: 40€** * **Inclou:** guiatge per guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents + responsabilitat civil. * **Targeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutes... **1 gratuïta!** 🥪 Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya i roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! 📲 Segueix-nos i estigues al dia! * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **⛰️ CASTELLANO 📷** Con ganas de un día de auténtica montaña? Pues no te puedes perder **el clássico "Pedraforca 360º" en medio del Parc Natural del Cadí-Moixeró**. No te asustes... hoy no subiremos a la cima del Pedraforca... una ruta para montañeros muy experimentados... Nosotros hoy "simplemente" queremos darle la **vuelta completa a esta mítica montaña** entre frondosos bosques y espectaculares vistas... **Una ruta increíble de 17km y 700m de desnivel** pero sin dificultades técnicas que nos hará **conectar con unos bosques, un aire, unas piedras, unos prados alpinos en plena explosión primaveral y unas vistas... que son un regalo par el alma! ;-)** **Hoy es el día. No te la pierdas.** ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 25 € excursión + 15€ coche (se paga directamente al conductor/a) = **Total: 40€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! 🥪 **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Ropa por capas (para adaptarnos al clima) * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌱 **ENGLISH** 🐞 Do you feel like doing some real mountain hiking? **Today we want to complete the classic ‘Pedraforca 360’**. Don’t worry! Today we are not going to reach the peak of this majestic mountain we ‘just’ want to **complete the tour** **around the Pedraforca** so we can admire it from all angles! Some say that it is **Catalonia’s most unique and impressive mountain**. As this route is **17km long with a 700m elevation gain**, it is not particularly difficult and what is great is that we can connect with the forests, trees, stones, meadows, and views of this emblematic mountain which are real gifts to the soul. **Today is the day. Don't miss it out!** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €25 for the hike + €15 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €40** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! 🥪 **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothing (weather can change!) * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. Thanks for your understanding! 📲 **Stay connected:** * 📷 On Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 On Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Join our **👉 [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** to stay updated on upcoming outings **For more info, feel free to contact me** (preferably via WhatsApp) ☎️ **+34 609 309 797 (Jordi)**
LA ESTRATEGIA DE MARKETING DE LOS GRANDES CLUBES DE FÚTBOL
LA ESTRATEGIA DE MARKETING DE LOS GRANDES CLUBES DE FÚTBOL
LA ESTRATEGIA DE MARKETING DE LOS GRANDES CLUBES DE FÚTBOL Charla y debate liderados por LAURENT COLETTE, Director de Marketing y Comercial del FC Barcelona (2010-15), de l'AS Roma (2015-17), Director General de l'Olympique de Marsella (2018-22) y Director General de Grupo-Right to Dream (2022-24) * Para qué sirve el marketing en un club de fútbol? * La importancia de un posicionamiento competitivo. * Impacto de los resultados. * Individualidades (Messi, Lamine Yamal) y colectivo. * Estrategia internacional. Se dará una primera exposición (20 minutos) para luego abrir una sesión de preguntas.

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Elite Networking Lunch: Elevate Your Connections
Elite Networking Lunch: Elevate Your Connections
Attendance is $35 (cash, credit/debit card, or ApplePay - paid at the door), which includes water/soda/coffee, bread, choice of a plated lunch entrée, and a dessert assortment. Parking is also validated in the Reston Station garages (3 hours of validation). Join one of Northern Virginia's most successful business networking groups (part of BNI). Open to the public and is typically attended by business owners, business developers, and entrepreneurs. Meetings are typically attended by 30-40 members and guests. \*\*\*PLEASE RSVP here: [REGISTER HERE](https://square.link/u/0WvC6Eir) \*\*\*If you do not register on the BNI website, there may not be a seat available for you.
Faith & Science: From Conflict to Conversations
Faith & Science: From Conflict to Conversations
Science and religious faith each play a profound role in shaping our cultural landscape. Too often, though, the relationship between them is framed as one of inevitable conflict, leaving casualties on both sides of the ideological divide and influencing everything from public policy to personal belief. Yet, a few voices throughout history have pointed toward a more integrated vision. As Albert Einstein famously observed, “Science without religion is lame; religion without science is blind.” Jennifer Secki Shields will join us to share her story and her work helping people of all ages bridge these two worlds through her Discovery & Faith organization. Bring your questions, your stories, and your openness as we explore the nexus where faith and science meet. Together, we’ll consider what thoughtful dialogue between these realms can look like. Jennifer serves with Discovery & Faith, a nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping churches and ministries with resources that help them engage science faithfully, confidently, and creatively.
0 to 1 with AI: Real Product Talks
0 to 1 with AI: Real Product Talks
**ProductTank NoVA is back!** After a brief hiatus, we are relaunching the chapter with a format that cuts out the fluff and gets straight to the reality of building. Every product feed is flooded with AI hype right now, but what does it actually look like on the ground? Instead of a polished keynote, we are hosting **0 to 1 with AI: Real Product Talks**—a "Show & Tell" featuring 3–4 lightning talks focused on the intersection of AI and product. The framing for the talks is simple: *"Here is what I'm building, and here is what I'm stuck on."* We want to look at the messy, 0-to-1 reality of integrating AI into your workflows and products. *(Want to share what you are working on? Reach out! The bar is low-pressure, just 10–12 minutes to talk about a real AI problem you are trying to solve.)* **Agenda:** * **5:30 PM - 6:00 PM:** Doors open, networking, & name tags * **6:00 PM - 6:10 PM:** Welcome + Chapter Relaunch Intro * **6:10 PM - 7:30 PM:** Lightning Talks (Three 12-min talks + 5 mins Q&A each, with a 5-min stretch break) * **7:30 PM - 8:00 PM:** Open networking * **8:00 PM:** Soft close **Location & Logistics:** Herndon Fortnightly Library (Extended Hours Meeting Room) 768 Center St, Herndon, VA 20170 * **Parking:** We'll meet at the library, located just behind the Herndon Municipal Center. There is plenty of free public parking available around the municipal center. * **Metro & Bus:** Take the Silver Line to Herndon Metro Station, then connect via Fairfax Connector Route 921 or 950 to Historic Downtown Herndon. * **Driving (via VA-267/Dulles Toll Rd):** Take Exit 10 North (Centreville Rd, which becomes Elden St). Turn left onto Station St or Lynn St. * **Driving (via VA-286/Fairfax Co Pkwy):** Take the Elden St West exit. Turn right onto Lynn St. Looking forward to seeing everyone again and getting back to building!
French conversation happy hour!
French conversation happy hour!
Everyone is welcome to attend our weekly happy hour, at Tony & Joe's Waterfront Bar in Georgetown (3000 K. St, NW). The event goes from 7:15 to around 10:00 PM. Feel free to show up at any time. French speakers of all levels- from beginners to expats- are invited. We hope to see you there!
Inside the Mind of a CMO: Ask-Me-Anything
Inside the Mind of a CMO: Ask-Me-Anything
If you’re trying to grow in marketing right now, guessing isn’t a great strategy. This event gives you direct access to how marketing leaders actually think. Join DC Marketing Tech Talks on May 19th in Tysons for a live **CMO Ask Me Anything** — a candid, open conversation with experienced marketing leaders who have built teams, driven revenue, and led at the highest levels. This is your chance to ask: * What skills actually matter right now? * What gets someone promoted vs. passed over? * What does it take to become a CMO today? * How are marketing teams and roles changing? * How do you connect brand to real business growth? Just real answers from people who have done the work. Whether you’re looking to move up, switch roles, or sharpen your edge, you’ll leave with a clearer sense of what to focus on next. As always, this event is free and open to the public thanks to our sponsors, SalesIntel. Food, drinks, networking, and a room full of marketers who care about getting better at what they do. Come with questions. Leave with direction.
Dance Soirée  @ The French Embassy (Alors On Danse)
Dance Soirée @ The French Embassy (Alors On Danse)
To secure your spot, please purchase your ticket from the Eventbrite link ( https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dance-soiree-the-french-embassy-alors-on-danse-tickets-24295172515 ). We are invited by The Consulate General of France in Washington DC and the French-American Chamber of Commerce- DC Chapter to join them on their fourth edition of "Alors on Danse", a vintage French Musical party! An evening of your favorite French tubes (and a few American tunes), from the seventies to today, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pKrVB5f2W0 There will be plenty of room to rock the dance floor as well as to enjoy the buffet campagnard (Buffet style fingerfood), in the purest French tradition along with free one drink (any kind), per person - Cash bar for additional drinks! Oui oui oui! La Fievre du Samedi Soir is coming back once again to DC! LET'S DANCE! http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/6/5/7/4/600_448585972.jpeg Ticket Prices : Tickets include access to the event (including buffet and dance floor) as well as one drink ) Early Bird up until Fri, May 13: $45 General Admission May 14 to Fri, May 20: $50 http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/2/c/7/600_448589383.jpeg Dress Code: Whatever you feel comfortable dancing in! 70's attires welcome Payment Instructions : 1. You should login from a PC to see the 'Pay Now' button, after RSVPing. Then hit the button. 2. Verify correct dollar amount for number of people you're paying for. 3. If you don't have a Paypal account, click "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card". 4. If you have a Paypal account, simply log in, and pay as you normally would via Paypal. http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/3/3/2/600_448589490.jpeg Refund & Ticket Resell All sales are final. We only refund the full amount, if the event is canceled. If it is rescheduled, we will send an email to those who RSVPed 'YES' advising that. A full refund will be given to those that let us know within 2 calendar days of the update email, if you are unable to make it on the new date. No refunds will be given after that time. However, you can sell your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend. Please, feel free to post in the comment box for the event, that you have a ticket for sale. Work out payment between yourselves, and have the seller only send the organizer a "message" through their Meetup profile (do not comment in the comment box of the event posting) letting us know the full name and Meetup profile URL (if a member) of the person taking your spot. You must let us know two hours before the RSVP close time, on the day of the event. http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/3/8/5/600_448589573.jpeg Metro & Parking Info There is no metro station close by. However, the D6 bus make a stop in front of the Embassy. There will be no parking inside the Embassy. Public parking is available on Reservoir Rd and across the street at Georgetown University Hospital's pay lot.
Argon Accounting Business Presentation
Argon Accounting Business Presentation
## **1 Million Cups Loudoun – Business Presentation** **Featuring Aida Davalos, Founder of Argon Accounting** **Wednesday\, May 13 \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun** Join us as we welcome **Aida Davalos**, founder of **Argon Accounting**, to the 1 Million Cups Loudoun stage for a thoughtful conversation around financial clarity, intentional growth, and building a relationship-driven business. *** ## **About the Presenter** Aida is a **first-generation college graduate with a master’s degree** and an entrepreneur at heart, inspired by her family’s business roots in Ecuador. With a strong background in **corporate accounting, financial operations, tax strategy, and advisory**, her career has been focused on helping businesses make smarter financial decisions and build sustainable foundations for growth. Over the past seven years, Aida has been growing her own **boutique accounting and tax practice organically**, built on trust, relationships, and practical, real-world financial guidance. She is also actively involved with **George Mason University**, mentoring students and supporting the next generation of professionals. *** ## **About the Business** Argon Accounting provides **accounting, bookkeeping, financial advisory, and tax services** designed to help small business owners and individuals feel confident and informed about their finances. Aida’s approach focuses on making financial information **clear, approachable, and actionable**, so clients can understand what their numbers are telling them — and use that insight to make better decisions for long-term growth. *** ## **Who Aida Is Looking to Hear From** Aida would especially value feedback from: * Small business owners and founders * Service-based business operators * Marketing and brand strategy professionals * Entrepreneurs who have grown beyond referral-based business * Individuals passionate about supporting BIPOC entrepreneurs and professionals *** ## **Current Business Focus & Challenge** Aida is in the **early stages of intentional growth**, focused on building a sustainable and well-positioned business. Her biggest challenge is **gaining visibility and attracting a consistent client base**, and she is seeking feedback around: * Clearly communicating her value to small business owners * Marketing her services effectively without relying on paid advertising * Building trust and credibility as a growing business * Expanding beyond word-of-mouth while maintaining strong relationships *** ## **Why Attend?** * Gain insight into building a service-based business with intention * Provide valuable feedback on marketing, positioning, and growth strategy * Connect with entrepreneurs focused on sustainable, relationship-driven growth * Be part of a meaningful, solutions-focused conversation *** ## **About 1 Million Cups** 1 Million Cups is a national program that brings entrepreneurs and communities together to learn, connect, and grow through presentations and discussion. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month. Join us on **May 13** for coffee, connection, and a conversation about building financial clarity and growing a business with purpose. We look forward to seeing you there.