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The way organizations build teams and the way professionals build careers is changing. Fractional, part-time, and project-based work is no longer a stopgap. It's becoming a deliberate strategy on both sides of the work equation; the "Portfolio Career" of the future is happening now. In this session, Stephanie Ranno draws on her work connecting experienced professionals with employers who are rethinking how they access talent. Whether you're a content strategist navigating a tough market and piecing together flexible engagements or an organization weighing whether a fractional hire could move the needle for a specific project, this session offers practical perspectives for both. We'll explore what's driving the shift toward flexible work arrangements, how to position yourself or structure your team to make the most of it, and what it actually takes to make fractional and part-time roles work well for everyone involved. **About Stephanie** Stephanie brings more than 20 years of experience in staffing and recruiting, helping organizations of all sizes and in all industries build high-performing teams. She has worked with clients in financial services, associations and nonprofits, government consulting, and professional services to connect them with exceptional talent. As Director of Growth, Stephanie partners with FlexProfessionals DC and Boston teams to expand the firm’s mid-market presence and bring our services to new metro areas. She focuses on opening new pathways for businesses to access flexible, top-tier talent in accounting, finance, HR, administration, operations, and marketing. Stephanie is committed to showing employers how flexible work models can give organizations a competitive edge while creating meaningful career opportunities for professionals. Beyond her client work, Stephanie is a frequent speaker and writer on topics including workforce trends, talent acquisition, neurodiversity, and inclusion. Inspired by her own family, she has a special interest in advancing neurodiversity in the workplace and creating a future of meaningful work for all.

*tickets sold out* 🎬💧 Reel tears incoming. Join DC Black Girl Film Club and @CryinginDC for a special Happy Hour + screening of *Moonlight* (2016), Barry Jenkins' Oscar-winning coming-of-age masterpiece. The evening includes Happy Hour, the screening, a brief group discussion, and a curated goodie bag featuring a handmade *My Cry Guide* zine, stickers, tissues, and snacks. 🕕 6:00–6:45 PM — Happy Hour 🎬 7:00–9:15 PM — Screening + discussion *Moonlight* is a deeply moving coming-of-age story that follows a young man across three defining chapters of his life as he navigates identity, love, vulnerability, and self-discovery. 🎟️ **Tickets must be purchased in advance via Posh to attend.** 👉 Secure your spot here: **[Get Tickets on Posh](https://posh.vip/e/dc-black-girl-film-club-crying-in-dc-present-moonlight)** Only guests with a valid Posh ticket will be admitted, as space is limited. We look forward to seeing you there!

Tuesdays\, Wednesdays \| 12:15pm\-12:35pm Take an afternoon break and intentionally cultivate inner peace, mindfulness and concentration, No previous experience is necessary. No special clothing is required. Just show up! Each 20 minute session will include: * A short introduction to the meditation for the day * A guided meditation to relax and refresh body and mind * Advice for the day ahead No experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome! **REGISTRATION** Standard: $5 \| Financial Hardship Available \| Free for [Members](https://meditation-dc.org/membership/) [Pre-Register Here](https://meditation-dc.org/quick-class-registration/#top) Each class is available by drop in. Everyone is welcome to attend, no previous experience is required. **LOCATION** Kadampa Meditation Center DC 1200 Canal St\. SW \| Washington\, DC 20024 **Metro Stop:** Waterfront or Navy Yard

# NVTC Event (NVTC Registration Required) A Morning with Cyber Icon Kevin Mandia *** I am attending this event with the Northern Virginia Technology Council and wanted to share in case others are interested, particularly given our group's strong interest in AI. NVTC morning events typically feature a coffee & bagel breakfast with a really good speaker. I know weekday mornings can be a struggle, but if this is of interest to you, you can register on the NVTC website: [A Morning with Cyber Icon Kevin Mandia - Northern Virginia Technology Council](https://www.nvtc.org/event/a-morning-with-cyber-icon-kevin-mandia/) ## Details Date: June 10, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost: Free for NVTC members, $40 for nonmembers ### Venue LMI Headquarters 7940 Jones Branch Drive McLean, VA 22102 From the NVTC website: One of the most consequential figures in cybersecurity history is coming back to where it all began, and you can be in the room. The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) is proud to name Kevin Mandia as our 2026 Cyber Icon. Chances to hear him speak candidly, outside the world’s biggest stages, are extraordinarily rare. This is one of them. **Why this moment is different** In March 2026, Mandia’s new company, Armadin emerged from stealth with a record-breaking $189+ million raise, the largest in cybersecurity history. His message is unambiguous: AI hasn’t just changed cybersecurity; it has rewritten the rules entirely. Today’s attacks are autonomous, adaptive, and relentless driven by intelligent software agents operating at machine speed. Armadin was built for this new reality, and Mandia is at the center of this transformation. On June 10, he’ll share where cybersecurity is headed next—and what leaders must do now to stay ahead. He’ll be joined by longtime collaborator Ronald Bushar, CISO and Managing Director at Google Public Sector, for a candid, insider conversation that goes far beyond the headlines. **What you’ll hear** * **The Mandiant Legacy:** How the exposure of APT1 reshaped the global understanding of cyber threats—and changed the industry forever. * **The AI Inflection Point:** What autonomous, learning-based attacks mean for defense in a world moving at the speed of compute. * **Autonomous Offense as Defense:** Why the future may involve AI defending against AI—with little to no human intervention. * **The Founder’s Journey:** The decisions, risks, and resilience behind building Mandiant into a $5.4B acquisition—and starting again. * **The Future Cyber Workforce:** How roles are evolving, what skills will matter most, and how the next generation must prepare. No recording. No replay. No second chance. Seats are limited. **Register now before this moment passes you by!** ## CPE Credits are available to attendees *We are pleased to offer 2.4 continuing professional education (CPE) credits to those that attend the event. CPE certification at A Morning with Cyber Icon Kevin Mandia is being administered by Carahsoft Technology Corp. Carahsoft is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. For more information on the CPE credit we are offering, our CPE sponsor (NASBA), and the submission process, please* ***[click here](https://carahevents.carahsoft.com/Event/Details/759939-cpe?auth=65c43597315342f482a6c07402079c85)****.*

Discover the path to stress management, life's tranquility, and self-improvement through Heartfulness Meditation. Embrace relaxation, meditation, and emotional detoxification practices to unlock your best self. Join our free sessions every Wednesday at 730 PM at MD. Experience the profound benefits of these simple yet powerful practices. Commit to a few months of meditation and witness the transformative impact firsthand. We eagerly await your presence at these enlightening sessions.

Get in on the culture! Swing Prime is in DC 😀go deeper into the culture of Bahia both members will talk about the cultural significance of the music and the movement Learn about the drums, the distinct techniques of playing and more. $25

I was so burned by Ready Player One that I don't even want to give Spielberg a chance (Emily: What is up with that dress?) but Josh O'Connor won me over in Wake Up Dead Man, so we're including it in this month's marathon run. Your host will be in E8. Let's get food afterwards.

**Weekly Sunday Meditation Classes with Sanema Naomi Hardrick** * Each class begins with **guided breathing meditation**, to help settle the mind, let go of distractions and cultivate inner peace. The meditation is followed by a brief, traditional Buddhist prayer, called *Liberating Prayer.* * The Teacher will then give a **practical teaching** based on the topic of the class series and explain how we can integrate Buddha’s timeless wisdom into our busy daily lives. * The teaching is then followed by a **guided meditation** to help us mix our mind with the teaching and take it to heart. * Time permitting, at the end of the meditation class we spend a few minutes in **group discussion** and the teacher will take any **questions** that the class might have about the topic. **COST:** Standard: $12 \| Financial Hardship: $6 \| [Register](https://meditation-dc.org/sunday-mornings/) \*\*[Member Pricing: ](https://meditation-dc.org/membership/)\*\*FREE & Available as an online class. **LOCATION** Kadampa Meditation Center DC 1200 Canal St\. SW \| Washington\, DC 20024 **Metro Stop:** Waterfront or Navy Yard

The summer Katzen exhibitions are upon us! Join us as we gather socially and then stroll into the 3 floors of the museum. The activity starts at 6 pm with some light food and a cash bar. At around 7 we make our way around the following exhibits: Upcoming Exhibitions Opening June 13 A. Brockie Stevenson: An American Vision Ghost in the Machine: Works by Timothy Makepeace Where Water Keeps Time: Graphite Drawings by Janis Goodman Susan Goldman: Prima Vista (pictured here) Bonnie Lautenberg: ARTISTICA! Where Hollywood Meets Art History Richard Dana: People, Places and Otherwise Gail Rebhan: What Questions Do We Ask?

DC/DOX '26, the celebration of documentaries, is one of the best film festivals in the DMV. For four days - June 11-14 - the filmfest will explore a plethora of fascinating subjects. **See the whole schedule [here](https://dcdoxfest2026.eventive.org/schedule).** (The date of the film we're seeing is June 14 at 7pm - apologies for initial misprint.) For the ArtHouse, we'll see The Lorraine, the first feature-length documentary about the iconic Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, and its owners, Walter and Loree Bailey. A safe haven for African Americans traveling during segregation and Jim Crow laws in the United States, the Lorraine is most widely remembered for one horrific event: the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968, as he stood on the balcony outside Room 306. **Tickets cost $17 and can be purchased [here](https://dcdoxfest2026.eventive.org/schedule/69f10d0c6f84d223c7c571eb).** It will sell out, I believe. Woolly Mammoth Theater is a great venue. We'll do something social probably before nearby. WAS JUST TOLD THAT THE DIRECTOR WILL BE THERE FOR A DISCUSSION AFTER. VERY COOL. Throughout his career, director Sam Pollard has received numerous awards and honors. In 1998, he was nominated for the Best Feature Documentary Academy Award for *4 Little Girls* with Spike Lee. He won a Peabody Award for *When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts* in 2006 and received three Emmy Awards between 2007 and 2010. He also received the International Documentary Association’s Avid Excellence in Editing Award in 2008 and their Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020, followed by a Career Achievement Peabody Award in 2021. But the story of the Lorraine is far greater than that one tragic day. This documentary captures the astonishing and inspiring story of an enterprising Black couple’s pursuit of the American Dream, told through the voices of those who lived it. Their purchase of the motel in 1945 laid the foundation for a hub of social, political, and creative power, making the Lorraine a cradle of innovation and community-building. Civil rights demonstrations were planned there. Musical hits were written there. The film captures it all, including the Black community’s determined effort decades later to save the building, preserving both the history that unfolded there and the powerful symbolism it continues to embody.

**Screening Info:** We are seeing the 8:15 PM showing at AMC Georgetown on Friday, June 12. **THE HOST IS SITTING IN SEAT K10.** He will be wearing a black cap with "geek" on the front. AMC Stubs A-List members can get free tickets! Order tickets and reserve seats here: **[https://amc.film/4o2pYm7](https://amc.film/4o2pYm7)** **Before the start of the film, there will be a live video Q&A with Steven Spielberg and Emily Blunt.** **There will be little to no trailers before the start of the screening.** **Synopsis:** *Disclosure Day* (in theaters June 12, 2026) is a Steven Spielberg-directed sci-fi thriller centered on a global event where 7 billion people are made aware of intelligent extraterrestrial life. The film focuses on a cybersecurity whistleblower (Josh O'Connor) attempting to force full disclosure of alien existence. **Trailer:** [https://youtu.be/SCYT8vb2siQ?si=_M9XfsnQGMXUBXPo](https://youtu.be/SCYT8vb2siQ?si=_M9XfsnQGMXUBXPo) **Dinner Option:** Feel free to join us at 90 Second Pizza before the movie. The restaurant is at 1077 Wisconsin Ave NW. We'll meet beginning at 6 pm. Please let me know in the comments if you are planning on joining. A **#disclosed** channel will be created on the GNO Discord server on the day of the event. It's to be used to help everyone communicate and find the group. Don't post spoilers until after the event. You can join the Discord server here: [https://discord.gg/d4e9MKScVP ](https://discord.gg/d4e9MKScVP)(link should be permanent. Please let me know if it stops working) --MEETUP INFORMATION-- PARKING: There's a paid garage next door to the theater. Parking validated with ticket purchase. Once validated, parking is $11 for up to four hours and charged at the normal rate after four hours. Validation station is available at guest services after you pass the greeter. Validation includes a new barcode added to parking ticket to be scanned upon exit of garage. You can also get discounted parking by reserving a space at [https://www.ecolonial.com/park-with-us/parking-locator/?detail=1&loc=en&id=1244&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0riLJ5tQoyHs0eFi2K215sYsSj1KGzKUNne1uJU0MSFl7qnpKFZYAI8Fo_aem_AWxFyG8XSUJyMTY2ime3JjM1d9r_u2TlnkPWe6Dm52TEH5wDFbR2vMjnawe4WreTgAdkxWyRzRPtuSfBSjSBactY](https://www.ecolonial.com/park-with-us/parking-locator/?detail=1&loc=en&id=1244&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0riLJ5tQoyHs0eFi2K215sYsSj1KGzKUNne1uJU0MSFl7qnpKFZYAI8Fo_aem_AWxFyG8XSUJyMTY2ime3JjM1d9r_u2TlnkPWe6Dm52TEH5wDFbR2vMjnawe4WreTgAdkxWyRzRPtuSfBSjSBactY) METRO: AMC Georgetown is about a 15 minute walk from Foggy Bottom Metro Station, along the Blue, Orange and Silver lines.

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET At** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13508#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13508#tix) (Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We'll have at least 20 registered.) Our last online Bingo Night Party was such a BIG hit, we're doing it again! Do you like to play BINGO or want to just do something different?! Then you will LOVE this event! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live "Bingo" game. You will also get to socialize and make other friends from the comfort of your home. Prizes included Amazon gift cards, free future events and more! This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. You will either need to print or draw out your bingo cards. We will email you with how to get it after registering. You can have more than 1 person on your team as long as they're from your house and use same device. Friends/family around the country can also play. They would just need to also register for a ticket. This event will be held on Zoom which you would access through your computer/webcam, or via your phone/tablet. On day of the event, you will get a secured Zoom link and link to print out Bingo cards. \*RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. Cost: $15-$20 depending on how early you register. **\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET AT -** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13508#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13508#tix)

Greetings! \*A Few Quick, Important Notes\*: 1. Tickets required at: [https://dcfilminstitute.org/art-cinema-06-11-2026/](https://dcfilminstitute.org/art-cinema-06-11-2026/) 2. A Free RSVP on Meetup is NOT a ticket for admission to this event. This is NOT a free event. Thanks! 3. Can't make this one, but interested in future events? Sign up here: **[https://forms.gle/4Pnws1HBn5M89Ro28](https://forms.gle/4Pnws1HBn5M89Ro28)** \*\*\* You are cordially invited to **ART & CINEMA.** The evening will include: • A social gathering and exhibition at **Studio Russo Gallery** • A screening at Busboys and Poets of **The Great Beauty**—Paolo Sorrentino's visually stunning, Academy Award-winning meditation on art, ambition, beauty, and the search for meaning. **Art & Cinema** brings together film, visual art, conversation, and community in an informal setting. It's an opportunity to discover compelling works of art and cinema while meeting interesting people from a wide range of backgrounds and professions. Event details and registration: [https://dcfilminstitute.org/art-cinema-06-11-2026/](https://dcfilminstitute.org/art-cinema-06-11-2026/) Feel free to invite friends or colleagues who may be interested. I hope you can join us! Yours, **John Hanshaw** **Questions? Feel free to connect and reach out at:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhanshaw](https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhanshaw/)

Topic to be announced. **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you were quoted in *Truth in Comedy*, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**! The idea behind improvised comedy is to create entire scenes from scratch. A suggestion is taken from the audience and laughter is built on the spot. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway, Make Some Noise,* or *Wild 'n Out*; it can also be done in a longer way, to tell a complicated story, like *TJ & Dave*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and FREE!) weekly comedy event, brings the games for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Afterward, many members will hang out in *Gresso's* itself and get to know each other. Not only is this a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, your public speaking, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and build relationships that will last a lifetime, and you do that while laughing your butt off! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "*Yes, And*" that you'll have a blast!

We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).

Join us for our Sunday Meditation Service - !' Or join us on Facebook Live! Our Facebook Page is Golden Lotus Yoga for Spiritual Awareness

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.

All levels of Meditators or welcome. In person or on Facebook Live! There will be instructions and inspiration for new inexperienced meditators. The hosts, meditators and Kriya Yoga initiates for over 50 years, are direct disciples of Yogacharya J. Oliver Black one of Paramahansa Yogananda's most advanced male disciples. He is the founder of Golden Lotus, Inc., which owns & operates 'Song of the Morning' an 800 acre Yoga Retreat Northest of Gaylord, MI on the Pigeon River. Paramahansa Yogananda founded Self Realization Fellowship, headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and is the author of the Spritual Classic, 'Autobiography of a Yogi.'

QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry. This is a ticketed event please register here: https://www.qaorthehwy.com/ Featured Keynote Speakers: **Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\. **Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.