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Ready to go beyond the screen and get your hands on the latest tech? Join the developer community in Cyprus for an afternoon dedicated to practical AI development and navigating tech career paths. While AI is transforming how we work, the real challenge lies in building applications that are truly useful, structured, and responsible. At this event, we are moving beyond the slides and simple prompts to focus on real-world engineering and leadership. What to Expect Software Engineers' Career Growth Panel: Get direct advice on career paths, interview strategies, and mentoring. We’re bringing together a panel of software engineers and leaders of varied experience, to answer your most pressing questions about growing in the Cyprus tech scene and beyond. Hands-on AI Workshop: Beyond the Prompt - Dive into the Agent Development Kit (ADK) with Yoyu Li, Google Developer Expert. Meaningful Networking: Connect with each other. From students to CTOs, to share ideas and find your next opportunity. Agenda 2:30 PM: Registration 3:00 PM: Keynote by Maria Stylianou, Tech Leadership Consultant & Builder 3:30 PM: Panel Discussion: Progression for Software Developers 4:30 PM: Coffee Break 5:00 PM: Workshop: Beyond the Prompt: Agent Development Kit (ADK) 6:00 PM: Networking Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/G86iJY6usMBpsTgEA Reach the University of Cyprus Library When you enter the library, take the hallway on your right, and open the door at the very end of the hallway. It's called: Amphitheatre LRC 012 Panel: Progression for Software Developers Meet the Panelists Eleni Kadi, Software Developer Andreas Andreou, Senior Software Developer Ioanna Filippou, Head of Engineering Workshop: Beyond the Prompt - Agent Development Kit (ADK) Workshop Speaker: Yoyu Li, Technology Director & Google Developer Expert (AI) LLMs offer endless possibilities, but turning them into functional applications requires solving unique challenges. We will build a simple game using Python and the Google ADK framework to learn: Designing agent-based architectures with responsible AI. Using input/output schemas for structured data. Managing game and session states. Controlling flow with custom orchestrator agents. Prerequisites: Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): A laptop is required. A Google Account. Basic knowledge of Python or programming. Jupyter/Colab experience is a plus! Register now to secure your spot and help us break the pattern in tech! Agenda --- Hosted By Maria Stylianou, GDG Organiser I'm an engineering leader, passionate about building stuff, experimenting and failing fast. My expertise lies in up-skilling developers and scaling tech organizations. I advocate for increasing diversity in tech, and creating truly inclusive and fun environments. I consult tech organizations to increase their efficiency, with trainings, team facilitations and individual tech coaching. Hit me up for a challenge, advice or coffee! Andreas Lefkatis, GDG Organizer I am a Greek Cypriot Software Developer passionate about Web, DevOps and Mobile Application Engineering. My interests lie in how cloud based infrastructures and mobile devices could revolutionise ubiquitous computing and today's tech world. GDG Cyprus Lead and HackCyprus Organiser Marilyn Haber, Software Developer | WTM Ambassador Lauren Molloy, Frontend Developer Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cyprus-presents-break-the-pattern/.

Hi! If you would like to setup a Bible study but are timid to walk into a church building or be surrounded by a lot of people, we understand. To set up a one-on-one (or a small group if you and a friend or loved one want to talk together), please message us and we can setup a time. We are mainly available on Sunday nights and Tuesday nights, but we will work around your schedule. Your questions and curiosities matter :) You can also dm me on Instagram (@lydiashill) to setup a time and place. We live in Acropolis area but are willing to travel to meetup with you at a coffee shop closer to you. Just let us know!

Ready to go beyond the screen and get your hands on the latest tech? Join the developer community in Cyprus for an afternoon dedicated to practical AI development and navigating tech career paths. While AI is transforming how we work, the real challenge lies in building applications that are truly useful, structured, and responsible. At this event, we are moving beyond the slides and simple prompts to focus on real-world engineering and leadership. What to Expect Software Engineers' Career Growth Panel: Get direct advice on career paths, interview strategies, and mentoring. We’re bringing together a panel of software engineers and leaders of varied experience, to answer your most pressing questions about growing in the Cyprus tech scene and beyond. Hands-on AI Workshop: Beyond the Prompt - Dive into the Agent Development Kit (ADK) with Yoyu Li, Google Developer Expert. Meaningful Networking: Connect with each other. From students to CTOs, to share ideas and find your next opportunity. Agenda 2:30 PM: Registration 3:00 PM: Keynote by Maria Stylianou, Tech Leadership Consultant & Builder 3:30 PM: Panel Discussion: Progression for Software Developers 4:30 PM: Coffee Break 5:00 PM: Workshop: Beyond the Prompt: Agent Development Kit (ADK) 6:00 PM: Networking Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/G86iJY6usMBpsTgEA Reach the University of Cyprus Library When you enter the library, take the hallway on your right, and open the door at the very end of the hallway. It's called: Amphitheatre LRC 012 Panel: Progression for Software Developers Meet the Panelists Eleni Kadi, Software Developer Andreas Andreou, Senior Software Developer Ioanna Filippou, Head of Engineering Workshop: Beyond the Prompt - Agent Development Kit (ADK) Workshop Speaker: Yoyu Li, Technology Director & Google Developer Expert (AI) LLMs offer endless possibilities, but turning them into functional applications requires solving unique challenges. We will build a simple game using Python and the Google ADK framework to learn: Designing agent-based architectures with responsible AI. Using input/output schemas for structured data. Managing game and session states. Controlling flow with custom orchestrator agents. Prerequisites: Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): A laptop is required. A Google Account. Basic knowledge of Python or programming. Jupyter/Colab experience is a plus! Register now to secure your spot and help us break the pattern in tech! Agenda --- Hosted By Maria Stylianou, GDG Organiser I'm an engineering leader, passionate about building stuff, experimenting and failing fast. My expertise lies in up-skilling developers and scaling tech organizations. I advocate for increasing diversity in tech, and creating truly inclusive and fun environments. I consult tech organizations to increase their efficiency, with trainings, team facilitations and individual tech coaching. Hit me up for a challenge, advice or coffee! Andreas Lefkatis, GDG Organizer I am a Greek Cypriot Software Developer passionate about Web, DevOps and Mobile Application Engineering. My interests lie in how cloud based infrastructures and mobile devices could revolutionise ubiquitous computing and today's tech world. GDG Cyprus Lead and HackCyprus Organiser Marilyn Haber, Software Developer | WTM Ambassador Lauren Molloy, Frontend Developer Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cyprus-presents-break-the-pattern/.

Hi! If you would like to setup a Bible study but are timid to walk into a church building or be surrounded by a lot of people, we understand. To set up a one-on-one (or a small group if you and a friend or loved one want to talk together), please message us and we can setup a time. We are mainly available on Sunday nights and Tuesday nights, but we will work around your schedule. Your questions and curiosities matter :) You can also dm me on Instagram (@lydiashill) to setup a time and place. We live in Acropolis area but are willing to travel to meetup with you at a coffee shop closer to you. Just let us know!

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

**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.*

**Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People** Confidence isn’t just about believing in yourself, it’s about knowing where you belong and who you can grow alongside. In this April Confidence Lab Happy Hour, we’ll explore how living in your authentic truth helps you find your people, build meaningful collaborations, and create spaces where vulnerability is met with respect rather than risk. Together, we’ll reflect on what it looks like to advocate for yourself with clarity and care, and how confidence deepens when it’s rooted in connection rather than comparison. Featured speaker **Lachandra Baker**, founder of **[LBB Edutainment](https://www.lbbedutainment.com/)** and author of *Your Own Biggest Cheerleader*, will share reflections on authenticity, psychological safety, and the power of community over individual achievement. Drawing from personal stories—including the significance of turning 53—Lachandra will invite us into a conversation about showing up fully, being seen, and choosing relationships that support who you truly are. Expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere with space for reflection, shared insight, and intentional connection—plus drinks, light bites, and the kind of conversations that remind you you’re not meant to do this alone. Come as you are. Leave feeling clearer about your voice, your people, and the confidence that grows when both are aligned. **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*

Join us for lunch and meet our very successful group. We are each others sales team...always looking for referrals for our members. If you are looking for new clients, let us help you out! Bring your business cards and brochures to share with us. We have a speaker each week so that we can learn about their business. Because we have only one member per business, we have many of the spots filled. However, we are specifically looking for an estate attorney, a handyman/electrician, and an event planner. We have referrals for you! All visitors are welcome. Any questions contact [pmarchio@farmersagent.com](mailto:pmarchio@farmersagent.com)

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

**Connected Westerville Night of Networking** *April Edition: The Introduction Economy* You've been to the networking events. You've done the small talk. Collected the cards. Forgotten the names. And walked out feeling like you just wasted two hours of your life. The problem isn't you. It's the format. Most networking events put you in a room and tell you to figure it out. So everyone defaults to elevator pitches and business talk, and nothing real gets built. Here's the truth about networking that most people miss: Your network isn't just who you know. It's who thinks of you when they're talking to someone else. *That's* The Introduction Economy. And it only works when relationships are real. There's a reason people who come once keep coming back. It starts with seven minutes that feel nothing like networking. Then we open it up. Free networking. More conversations. More momentum. This is a room full of corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, creatives, and career builders in the Westerville and Columbus area. The mix is the magic. You might never do business with everyone you meet tonight. But someone in this room will think of *you.* **By name**. So, the next time someone needs exactly what you do, you get the recommendation. **April 14th. RSVP now.** **When:** Tuesday\, April 14th \| 6:15 PM \-\- 8:00 PM **Where:** Vineyard Community Center \| 6000 Cooper Rd\, Westerville\, OH 43081