Product Management

### ***If AI reinvents work — how do we ensure people are not left behind?*** Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how organisations recruit, structure work, and develop talent. The future of work will not be defined by AI alone, but by how effectively organisations align technological innovation with human capability, responsibility, and opportunity. The Zurich edition of **CHANGE**, Bevel ON’s social sustainability platform, brings together leaders from business transformation, human resources, consulting, technology, and sustainability to examine how organisations can navigate this transition responsibly and strategically. At the same time, the event will address a critical social sustainability challenge: how to ensure that technological progress expands opportunity rather than widening inequality. Companies that successfully combine AI adoption with inclusive talent strategies, continuous learning, and human-centred leadership will be best positioned to build resilient organisations and trusted brands. ## **Agenda Overview** **Location:** [Marriott Zurich Hotel](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/zrhdt-zurich-marriott-hotel/overview/) **16:30 — Doors Open** **17:00 – 17:15 — Welcome Speech** **17:15 – 18:00 — Panel 1: Workplace Transformation** **Human-Centred AI as a Leadership Responsibility** This panel explores how AI is reshaping organisational structures and leadership accountability, focusing on how companies measure impact beyond efficiency and integrate the human dimension into AI-driven transformation, including ESG alignment, governance, and reskilling responsibility. Topics include: integrating AI into sustainability frameworks, future of roles and skills, organizational responsibility for learning & development in AI. **Speakers:** * [Liza Engel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/liza-engel-lambert/), Chief Sustainability Officer, Deloitte * [Antonio Calco Labruzzo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoniocalcolabruzzo/), SVP People & Culture Arcera GenMed * ‍[Dave Drodge](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davedrodge/), Group Lead Digital Transformation, Roche Moderator: [Dr Tanja Collavo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanja-collavo/), Senior Programme Manager, Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership **18:00 – 18:15 — Break** **18:15 – 19:15 — Panel 2: Workforce Reinvention** **Employment Opportunities in an AI-driven World** This panel focuses on how organisations can support workforce adaptation in the age of AI, addressing AI-driven recruitment, emerging vs. disappearing roles, bias and inequality in AI systems, and how businesses can use AI to augment human potential rather than replace it. Topics include: augmented work, the rise of agentic AI, data gaps, evolution of recruitment principles. **Speakers:** * [Milo Honegger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/milohonegger/), Director AI Value, Oracle * [Patricia Ferreiro](https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciaferreiro/), Field Technical Advisor AI, Databricks * [Antonio Trifilo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-trifilo/), Senior Software Engineering Leader at Cisco AI-Ops Moderator: [Inna Malaia](https://www.linkedin.com/in/inna-malaia/), Founder, Bevel World, Managing Director, Bevel ON Association **19:30 – 21:00 — Networking Reception** Bringing together executives, workforce strategists, and technology experts, **AI + Humans: Designing the Future Together** offers a forward-looking dialogue on how organisations can integrate artificial intelligence with human potential to shape a more resilient and inclusive future of work. ## **Tickets** Your donation-based ticket of **CHF 80** supports Bevel ON’s social non-profit mission to create professional pathways for displaced professionals and talents in transition. This event is proudly sponsored by Marriott International, hosted at the Marriott Zurich Hotel, as part of Marriott’s global *Serve 360* initiative — “Doing Good in Every Direction.” If you’ve ever asked yourself, **“Where can I truly make a difference?”** — this room is full of the answers. **See you in Zurich.**

**What this is** A high-trust table for builders. Share one concrete challenge, trade smart feedback, celebrate wins, and leave with 2–3 next steps plus a couple of new allies. **Where** Motel One Zurich, bar area. Head to the bar and ask for Financial Network Zurich. **When** Mondays, 19:00 to 22:00 19:00 arrivals and hellos 19:30 open 10 min hot seats for founders and feedback (max 5) 20:30 open networking until 22:00 **How we roll** Discreet, high-signal conversation. No pitch theater. No flexing. Just real problems and practical help. **Bring** Your priority of the week, a clear ask, and a positive mindset. **Food and drinks** Order food and drinks with the waitresses whenever you like. **LINKS** Community Owner’s Direct (All Infos & Questions): Alessandro +41 76 279 32 84 WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DCSSmdHj7xr6F39ZAAWubX Financial Network Zurich: https://www.meetup.com/entrepreneurs-focus-and-network-workshop/ Founder’s Links (Alessandro): https://linktr.ee/alessandronfthyme

Hallo! Mein Name ist Michał und ich bin langjähriger Meditationspraktizierender und Bewusstseins-Coach. (Die Veranstaltung findet im GZ Heuried – Döltschiweg 130, 8055 Zürich statt. **Ich bitte um eine schriftliche Bestätigung deiner Teilnahme bei der Anmeldung.)** https://gz-zh.ch/gz-heuried/angebote/meditation-runterkommen/ In dieser geführten Meditation werden wir die Realität genau so beobachten, wie sie ist. Wir konzentrieren uns auf den Geist, den Körper und die Empfindungen im Körper. Die von mir geleitete Meditation ist in der Vipassana-Tradition verwurzelt und enthält Elemente der non-dualen Bewusstheit. Ich verwende keine Visualisierungen oder göttliche Bilder – sie ist so einfach wie möglich und meiner Erfahrung nach die effektivste Methode, die wahre Natur der Realität allmählich Tropfen für Tropfen zu erkennen. Diese Meditation ist für alle spirituellen oder religiösen Hintergründe offen. Der Abend besteht aus **einer Stunde Meditation**, gefolgt von **30 Minuten Fragen und Antworten**. Ich würde mich sehr freuen, wenn du an diesem Abend teilnehmen würdest. **Gebühr – 20 CHF**. Wenn du finanzielle Schwierigkeiten hast, kontaktiere mich bitte, und wir können über andere Möglichkeiten sprechen.

Join us for the weekly Language Exchange! 🚀 Language Exchange WhatsApp Chat https://chat.whatsapp.com/C36TAgOl8Ei5qsWMNPZpHU Join the weekly Language Exchange (every monday) to work on your language skills, socialize and meet cool and open people. 💡HOW DOES IT WORK💡 1. Come to the location (for Spring and Summer the event will take place on a outside)☀️🍹 2. The Event Host will greet you🤜🏽🤛🏾 3. Choose the language flag that interests you and speak the language of the flag🇪🇸🇬🇧🇵🇹🇮🇹🇩🇪🇨🇭🇫🇷 4. Start talking with people around the world and improve your language skill💪🏽💭

Let's do it! 1. Let's meet at the entrance 6:45 PM 2. Get your tickets or abo 3. We enter the changing rooms at 7 PM sharp, no waiting 4. Off we go! Cheers. Looking forward! More about the group: **🏊‍♂️ Swim Maniacs - Dive In, Clear Your Mind, Connect** Your weekly dose of water therapy! **WHAT WE'RE ABOUT** Swim Maniacs is for people who believe Monday evenings should end better than they began. We're a small, welcoming group that turns swimming into a tiny habit that transforms your week. No pressure, no competition - just 15-30 minutes of pure enjoyment in the water with fantastic people (yes we are!) **WHEN**: Mondays, 7 PM sharp **DURATION**: 15-30 minutes, but you can make a few extra laps! We will admire your moves **WHERE**: Oberaegeri Indoor pool (fall/winter/spring) or Beautiful local lake Unteraegeri Badi (summer, when water >20°C+) **GROUP SIZE**: Maximum 6-8 swimmers (let's see how we grow) **WEATHER POLICY**: We swim rain or shine in summer - it's liberating! **NO-PRESSURE**: After a swim (or if you feel so - instead of one), you can enjoy a whirlpool area outside **OUR SIMPLE RULES** 1. Show up consistently (we hold each other accountable with kindness) 2. Swim at your own pace - fast, slow, or somewhere in between 3. Be friendly and welcoming to newcomers 4. No phones in the pool area (common! we don't have to tell this) 5. If you can't make it, give the group a heads up 6. Show up on time! We start 7pm entering the changing room and meet say 6:50PM at the entrance **WHY JOINING** 1. Anyone who need to decompress 2. Anyone looking for accountability without judgment 3. People who want to meet genuine, health-conscious friends 4. Swimmers of any level (from "I can swim a length" to former competitors) 5. Those ready to build one tiny habit that makes Monday evenings magical **LOGISTICS** 1. Bus 601/611 from Zug to Oberaegeri directly 2. Paid car parking nearby (pretty limited capacity) 3. Contacts of and directions: see the [Aegeribad website](https://www.aegeribad.ch/kontakt.html) **🏊‍♂️ READY TO DIVE IN? 🏊‍♂️** Join us next Monday - the water (and we) are waiting for you!

**Dieses Meetup richtet sich exklusiv an die Menschen aus der Join The Crew Reisecommunity zwischen 20 und 39 Jahren.** **Aktivität:** Ocean Film Tour **Details:** Wir gehen gemeinsam zur **International Ocean Film Tour 2026** in Zürich und tauchen für einen Abend in die Welt des Ozeans, Abenteuer und inspirierender Geschichten ein. Die Tickets organisiert sich bitte jeder selbst im Vorfeld. Alle Infos und Buchung findet ihr [hier!](https://ch.oceanfilmtour.com/de/tickets/international-ocean-film-tour-2026-arthouse-le-paris-2026-05-11-20-00) Freut euch auf einen besonderen Abend mit starken Bildern, spannenden Storys und anschließendem Austausch 🎬🌊+ **Tickets und Kosten:** **Wichtig!!!! Das Ticket muss sich jede/r im Vorfeld selbst besorgen.** Wir haben kein Kontingent an Tickets. Wer ohne Ticket kommt, läuft Gefahr keinen Einlass zu erhalten. Daher bitte online die Tickets hier besorgen: [Link](https://ch.oceanfilmtour.com/de/tickets/international-ocean-film-tour-2026-arthouse-le-paris-2026-05-11-20-00) **Treffpunkt:** Wir treffen uns um 19:15 Uhr vor dem **Kino** **Arthouse Le Paris**. **Bitte unbedingt pünktlich sein!** **Weitere Information:** **Auf diesem Event werden ggf. Bilder und Videos gemacht, die wir auf unseren Instagram Kanälen oder auf [meetup.de](http://meetup.de/) verwenden.** Solltest Du nicht damit einverstanden sein, sag das bitte direkt zu Begin des Meetups deinem Host. **Über uns:** Wir - eine Community von mittlerweile über 40.000 Leuten aus Deutschland, Österreich & der Schweiz reisen nicht nur in der Weltgeschichte herum sondern treffen uns auch regelmäßig in verschiedensten Städten um Freundschaften zu pflegen & Neulingen das Segeln und Outdoor-Abenteuer mit Join The Crew näher zu bringen. Egal ob du bereits bei vielen Törns und Touren dabei warst, du noch nie mit uns unterwegs warst oder einfach nur mit coolen Leuten abhängen willst, auf unseren Meetups bist du immer willkommen! Mehr Infos zu unserer Community findest du auf [https://join-the-crew.com/de](https://join-the-crew.com/de) Fragen? Kommentiert bitte unter diesem Beitrag!

**Meditationsreihe: Die Grundlagen erfolgreicher Meditation entwickeln.** Montags 27. April - 18. Mai, 18:30-19:30, KMC Schweiz in ZH-Altstetten mit Kathrin Hald (Deutsch), 15CHF [https://www.kadampa.ch/meditation-am-montag/](https://www.kadampa.ch/meditation-am-montag/) Wahres Glück entsteht nicht durch äussere Umstände – es wurzelt in unserem Geist. In dieser vierwöchigen Meditationsreihe erkunden wir gemeinsam, wie wir die inneren Voraussetzungen schaffen, um tief und erfolgreich zu meditieren und ein dauerhaft glückliches Leben zu führen. Anhand praktischer Meditationen und klarer Erklärungen lernen wir, wie wir Verantwortung für unser Leben übernehmen, uns für Inspiration öffnen, Negativität auflösen und die Kraft zum Glück in uns stärken können. **Themenliste** 27\. April 2026 \| Die Kraft von Meditation und Gebet 4\. Mai 2026 \| Karma verstehen – Verantwortung für unser Leben und unsere Erfahrungen übernehmen 11\. Mai 2026 \| Offen für Inspiration – Negativität loslassen

\*\* Important RSVP [here](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026051307) (Due to room capacity and venue security, it's required to pre-register at the link for admission). RSVP on Meetup is turned off. **Description:** Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot. Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development. **Agenda** \- 4:30pm: Doors open\, Snacks\, and Networking \- 5:00pm: Welcome\, Community update \- 5:10pm\~5:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot overview \- 5:40pm\~6:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot in Practice \- 6:40pm\~7:30pm: Open discussion and closing **Tech talk: Mastering GitHub Copilot CLI** **Speaker:** Aymen Furter - Cloud & AI Solution Engineer, Microsoft **Abstract:** Learn to harness the power of agentic development by transitioning to autonomous, multi-step terminal workflows. This session focuses on mastering plan-based execution, repository-aware context, and integrating external data via the Model Context Protocol. **Tech talk: GitStop Using GitHub Copilot Like a Toy** **Speaker:** Emanuele Bartolesi - GitHub Tech Lead, Xebia **Abstract:** Hub Copilot is easy to love in a demo. Real projects are different. Production codebases come with legacy code, missing context, inconsistent patterns, unclear requirements, and delivery pressure. That is where GitHub Copilot either becomes a real advantage or just an expensive toy. This talk focuses on practical ways to use Copilot in real development workflows, going beyond autocomplete. Agent mode, skills, Copilot CLI, and better prompting can make a real difference when working in messy repositories and under real deadlines. Designed for developers and tech leads who want more than flashy demos, this session shares concrete tactics to get better output, reduce noise, and make Copilot genuinely useful in day-to-day software delivery. **Speakers/Topics:** Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Venue:** Microsoft Schweiz GmbH The Circle 02, 8058 Zürich ZH **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 3,000+ AI developers in Zurich and 500K+ worldwide.

2 Short Talks by David Stark – Against Planning in Game Design – Are We Doing Game Marketing Wrong? Plus, as always, meeting and chatting with other game developers. Note that the event is on **Wednesday** this month.

Meeting new people as adults isn’t easy—busy lives and smaller circles make real connections harder to find, and online interactions rarely match face-to-face warmth. Our Fast Friending Evening is designed to change that—bringing like-minded people together for genuine, in-person conversations. Just show up, be yourself, and leave with meaningful new connections. **You will need to buy a ticket for attending -** [https://zurich16thmay.eventbrite.co.uk](https://zurich16thmay.eventbrite.co.uk) \*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account. TICKETS:- Early bird - CHF 10 Regular ticket - CHF 15 Cash at the meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay CHF 20 per person in cash on the day of the meetup to Neo (Please bring exact change) 'Fast friending' is our fun and quick way to help you make new connections quickly with both ladies and gentlemen. These are people in the age group of 25 and 45 and so you will be on a similar wavelength. Naturally you can always choose who to speak with based on your preference! Here's how your evening is planned - **7:00 PM – Welcome** \- We will meet at 7\.00 pm when you will be welcomed by your host Neo\. She will manage the evening and also help you make connections\. If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Neo will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside. **7:30 – 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending** \- From 7\.30 to 8\.30 pm\, we will start 'Fast Friending' where our host will ask you to speak to a different attendee every 3 minutes\. You will be able to meet lots of ladies and gentlemen and not be limited to only those sitting or standing next you\. **After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling** \- After 8\.30 pm you will have time to interact with those you have met as well as others\. If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Neo will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. \- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\! \- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\. \- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 25 to 45 age group\. \- Our evenings are not about 'dating' or for 'romantic' connections\. 'Fast friending' is NOT 'Speed dating'\. 'Fast friending' is designed to help members meet other like minded ladies and gents\. It is about new friendships and connections\. Naturally\, new friendships can lead to dating or romantic connections\, but that is not our focus\. Why do we have tickets? 1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication. 2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved. 3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity. ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)- We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.** Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing ](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing) How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs) How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI) Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8) Member feedback - [https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm](https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm)

*** ### 🇩🇪 Deutsche Version **n8n Zurich Community Meetup #3 – Build the Claw Bot** Nach unserem letzten Meetup mit fast 40 Teilnehmer:innen ist klar: Die n8n Community in Zürich wächst – und wir freuen uns auf Runde 3. **Was dich erwartet** Diesmal wird's hands-on. Wir bauen gemeinsam in einem Mini-Hackathon den **n8n Claw Bot** – in Teams, mit echtem Code, echten Workflows und echtem Spass am Ergebnis. Egal ob du n8n schon im Alltag einsetzt oder zum ersten Mal davon hörst: Die Teams werden so aufgestellt, dass alle etwas mitnehmen. Repo zum Vorbereiten (oder einfach mal reinschauen): 👉 [https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw](https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw) Wir werden versuchen, das Setup gemeinsam vor Ort durchzuziehen. **Special Guest** Ein virtueller Überraschungsgast hat sich angekündigt. Mehr verraten wir noch nicht. 👀 **Was du mitbringen solltest** * Laptop (zwingend – ohne kein Hacken) * Neugier * Optional: dein aktuelles n8n-Projekt für den Austausch danach **Details** 📅 12. Mai 2026 📍 OfficeLab Baslerpark, Zürich 🎟️ Eintritt frei – Anmeldung über Luma erforderlich Wir freuen uns auf bekannte Gesichter, neue Gesichter und alles dazwischen. Bis bald, Robert *n8n Ambassador Switzerland* *** ### 🇬🇧 English Version **n8n Zurich Community Meetup #3 – Build the Claw Bot** After our last meetup with nearly 40 attendees, the direction is clear: the n8n community in Zurich is growing – and we're back for round 3. **What to expect** This time we go hands-on. Together we'll build the **n8n Claw Bot** in a mini hackathon – in teams, with real code, real workflows, and a real result at the end. Whether you already use n8n daily or you've never touched it: teams will be balanced so everyone walks away with something. Repo to preview (or just star for later): 👉 [https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw](https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw) We'll attempt to get the setup running together on-site. **Special Guest** A virtual surprise guest has confirmed. We're not spoiling who. 👀 **What to bring** * Laptop (mandatory – no laptop, no hacking) * Curiosity * Optional: your current n8n project for the post-event chat **Details** 📅 May 12, 2026 📍 OfficeLab Baslerpark, Zurich 🎟️ Free entry – RSVP via Luma required Looking forward to seeing familiar faces, new ones, and everything in between. See you there, Robert *n8n Ambassador Switzerland*

As it is sometimes difficult in Switzerland to practice high german, in 2010 we decided to organize a conversation group that is free to everyone who wants to practice german and socialize. WhatsApp group for easier contact: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KmMkpiQxs291vTPv2RBNm4

Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot. Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development. **IMPORTANT**: Attendees must register [here](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026051307). **Agenda** \- 4:30pm: Doors open\, Snacks\, and Networking \- 5:00pm: Welcome\, Community update \- 5:10pm\~5:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot overview \- 5:40pm\~6:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot in Practice \- 6:40pm\~7:30pm: Open discussion and closing **Tech talk: Mastering GitHub Copilot CLI** **Speaker:** Aymen Furter - Cloud & AI Solution Engineer, Microsoft **Abstract:** Learn to harness the power of agentic development by transitioning to autonomous, multi-step terminal workflows. This session focuses on mastering plan-based execution, repository-aware context, and integrating external data via the Model Context Protocol. **Tech talk: GitStop Using GitHub Copilot Like a Toy** **Speaker:** Emanuele Bartolesi - GitHub Tech Lead, Xebia **Abstract:** GitHub Copilot is easy to love in a demo. Real projects are different. Production codebases come with legacy code, missing context, inconsistent patterns, unclear requirements, and delivery pressure. That is where GitHub Copilot either becomes a real advantage or just an expensive toy. This talk focuses on practical ways to use Copilot in real development workflows, going beyond autocomplete. Agent mode, skills, Copilot CLI, and better prompting can make a real difference when working in messy repositories and under real deadlines. Designed for developers and tech leads who want more than flashy demos, this session shares concrete tactics to get better output, reduce noise, and make Copilot genuinely useful in day-to-day software delivery. **Speakers/Topics:** Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration:[ Submit Topics](https://earthy-metatarsal-c87.notion.site/2b15ca2f7f6f80d781f9e2e636d42637?pvs=105) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 3,000+ AI developers in Switzerland and 500K+ worldwide.

Come and experience the infamous DC4131 hacker meetup vibe! 👾🍻 Please find more event specific info's on our **[webpage](https://www.beerontuesday.ch/)**. If you have any location specific questions, reach out to the local BoT Master, otherwise please don't hesitate to contact the board through our **[website](https://www.defcon-switzerland.org/)**. Did someone say **SWAG?! –** That’s right baby, we are back with our refreshed swag shop, where you can now again purchase the latest and sexiest DC4131 Swag – All options and details are here: **[DC4131 Swag Shop](https://industryink.co.uk/collections/defcon)** We are also on **[Discord](https://discord.gg/Q3KXn5u)**[ ](https://discord.gg/Q3KXn5u):) Come say hi!

**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!

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.

🍻 [World Product Day](https://www.mindtheproduct.com/world-product-day/) is about more than product — it’s about the people who build them. Join **ProductTank DC** for a celebration bringing together product professionals to connect, reflect, and recharge around this year’s theme: **Resiliency**. Product people are no strangers to change. We adapt, learn, and keep building—together. This evening is an opportunity to step back, celebrate that resilience, and recognize the shared challenges and wins that define our craft. Expect thoughtful conversation, practical insights, and a chance to reconnect with the product community in person. Whether you’re an experienced product leader, a new PM, or simply curious about product management, this meetup is a space to learn, contribute, and celebrate the people doing the hard work of building what’s next. **Special thanks to our host:** Clyde's of Chevy Chase! *Please note: Attendees are responsible for their own food and drink purchases. Food and drinks will be available directly from the venue*

**Agenda :** * 4.45 to 5.00 PM ET: Food and Networking * 5.00 to 5.50 PM ET: "Build Intelligent Agents with Work IQ, Foundry IQ, Fabric IQ, and Copilot Studio" Hello Everyone! Please join us for our May 12th edition of the AI-ML MeetUp. **Please note this is an in-person meeting and light refreshments/food will be provided. You will need a government-issued ID to enter the facility.** **Title:** Build Intelligent Agents with Work IQ, Foundry IQ, Fabric IQ, and Copilot Studio **Description:** What if your AI agents truly understood how your business works, had instant access to trusted enterprise data, and could take meaningful action from end to end? In this session, we’ll cover how to build enterprise-ready AI agents that understand business context, use trusted data, and take real action. In this fast-paced session, we’ll bring Work IQ, Foundry IQ, and Fabric IQ together with Copilot Studio through best practices and live demos. Key Takeaways: \*Work IQ: Ground agents in real work, roles, and business processes \*Foundry IQ: Design and orchestrate intelligent agent behavior \*Fabric IQ: Power agents with secure, enterprise-grade data \*Copilot Studio: Bring it all together into an end-to-end intelligent agent **Location:** The meeting will be hosted in the Applied Information Sciences ( AIS ) office in Reston, at 11440 Commerce Park Dr # 600 · Reston, VA. The location is also right off the Silver Line metro's Wiehle-Reston Metro Station. **Parking:** Parking is paid and can be validated at the AIS office reception. We will meet in Room Lake Anne. We hope to see you all there!!!!

Learn to manage stress and achieve self-growth through simple relaxation and Meditation. Heartfulness Meditation is a simple, modern, methodical approach to meditation. Rather than homing in on your breath or repeating a mantra, you simply focus inward, on your heart, to cultivate inner strength and serenity. Heartfulness meditation is gaining traction in recent years. It focuses on the heart, allowing individuals to connect with themselves on a deeper level, and ultimately achieve peace, relaxation, and clarity. It is a practice that encourages patience, self-compassion, and acceptance, helping cultivate a deeper appreciation for the present moment. This practice is offered with love and at no cost

**Title**: Amplifying Engineering Skills with Claude Code In this session we will dive into how Claude Code can augment modern engineering practices, from rapid prototyping and refactoring to test generation and documentation. We’ll cover real-world use cases, integration patterns, and tips for getting the most out of AI in your development lifecycle. 6-6:30p.m. - food & drinks 6:30-7:30p.m. - Presentation 7:30-8:00p.m. - Q&A and Possible concept presentation for feedback

\-\-\-\-\-\- [REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE (ON LUMA)!](https://luma.com/kfs3cotc) \-\-\-\-\-\- Join us for an evening of collaborative problem-solving as we work on a variety of civic tech projects together. Project needs vary but often include brainstorming, researching, writing, coding, or analyzing data. Check out [our website](https://www.civictechdc.org/projects) for a list of projects which may make an appearance! Meet other civic tech enthusiasts. Learn new skills. Contribute to a project to improve a local civic issue. **All are welcome and collaboration is encouraged.** Laptops are recommended but not required. **Where do I register?** To better serve our growing community, we’re transitioning our event registrations to Luma! **We still love Meetup** Meetup has been an incredible platform for us to build and connect with our community. We’ll continue sharing upcoming events there so that new people can find us, but Luma will be our primary registration platform moving forward. **Why we're making the switch** Meetup’s registration system has some limitations, and we need more flexibility to manage sign-ups and engagement. \-\-\-\-\-\- [REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE (ON LUMA)!](https://luma.com/kfs3cotc) \-\-\-\-\-\-