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## BOOTCAMP FOR MEN – 4 WEEK MINI SERIES 🔥 **Dates:** Wednesday June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 **Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Evening **Location:** Mississauga Area - Details provided upon registration **Investment:** $197 READ FULL DETAILS Do you ever feel misunderstood, unheard, or frustrated trying to handle difficult conversations? Do you struggle to express yourself clearly in relationships, at work, or during stressful situations? **Build Stronger Communication, Confidence & Real-Life Skills** If so, this practical **4-week in-person Bootcamp for Men** was created for you. This mini-series is designed to help men strengthen communication skills, emotional control, confidence, leadership habits, and problem-solving tools that can improve everyday life. Many men were never taught how to properly communicate, manage conflict, or express emotions in a healthy way. This program offers practical solutions in a respectful, supportive environment. *** ## HOW THE COURSE IS STRUCTURED: ### Weeks 1–3 Each session will begin with a **PowerPoint presentation** covering key life skills, strategies, and tools. This will be followed by a **team-building exercise** where participants can apply what they learned through interactive activities, group discussion, and real-life scenarios. This format helps men learn, practice, connect, and build confidence in a supportive setting. ### Week 4 The final session will be an **Open Forum / Real Talk Session** focused on reflection, discussion, and continued growth. *** ## WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: ### Week 1 – Communication Mastery * How to speak with clarity and confidence * How to say what you mean without being misunderstood * How to express yourself calmly under pressure * How to improve your presence and self-confidence * Team building exercise ### Week 2 – Listening & Understanding * How to become a stronger listener * How to understand what others are really saying * How to reduce arguments caused by assumptions * How to improve communication with family, relationships, co-workers, and friends * Team building exercise ### Week 3 – Conflict Resolution & Emotional Strength * How to stay calm during disagreements * How to handle criticism without anger or shutting down * How to navigate difficult conversations with confidence * How to problem solve instead of emotionally reacting ### Week 4 – Open Forum / Real Talk Session A guided open discussion where men can reflect on the course, ask questions, share personal struggles, challenges, and growth goals in a safe and respectful environment. Topics may include: * Relationships * Stress and pressure * Confidence issues * Communication struggles * Life direction and motivation * Emotional frustration and personal growth This final session is designed to create connection, accountability, and support. *** ## CONTINUED SUPPORT AFTER THE COURSE After completing the Bootcamp, participants will have the opportunity to join an **Online Men’s Support Group Community** where growth continues. This ongoing group can provide: * Monthly support meetings * Encouragement from like-minded men * Guidance through life challenges * A place to talk, grow, and move forward *** ## ✔ BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM: * Increased confidence * Better communication skills * Stronger relationships * Better decision-making * Improved emotional control * Reduced stress during conflict * Brotherhood and support *** ## WHO THIS IS FOR: * Men wanting personal growth * Men tired of being misunderstood * Men dealing with relationship struggles * Men wanting confidence and direction * Men who want stronger leadership skills * Men ready to improve their life *** ## DETAILS: **Facilitator:** Patricia Lavigne, Certified Life & Wellness Coach **Dates:** Wednesday June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 **Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM **Location:** Mississauga Area - Full details provided upon registration **Investment:** $197 *** ## LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE Small group setting for real conversations, practical learning, and support. ## TO REGISTER: Message me BOOTCAMP FOR MEN directly or email: patricialavignecpc@gmail.com ## If you are ready to grow stronger mentally, emotionally, and socially—this is your opportunity. Join today. Patricia Lavigne Life & Emotional Wellness Coach 416-312-6983 patricialavignecpc@gmail.com

This week we are diving into the rich, aromatic world of Uyghur cuisine with dinner at **Orda Uyghur Kebab** in Mississauga. This cuisine originated from the Uyghur homeland in the northwest region of China. Here’s what to expect * We will start at **6:30 PM** to catch up, order, and dive into some incredible family-style dishes. * You can check out their menu here 👇 **[Orda Restaurant Full Menu](https://ordarestaurant.com/#section-menu)** **[Menu 2](https://maps.app.goo.gl/FY3gx6EHzrVqQJ3U8)** * Everyone pays for their own meal. The restaurant has confirmed they are happy to accommodate **separate bills**. * If you have specific allergies or dietary needs, please contact the restaurant directly to confirm specific accommodations. * Limited to **8 seats** only this time to keep the conversation flowing and cozy. This is a relaxed, social evening—come by, meet new people, and enjoy some incredible Uyghur kebabs and noodles together.

## BOOTCAMP FOR MEN – 4 WEEK MINI SERIES **Dates:** Wednesday June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 **Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Evening **Location:** Mississauga Area - Details provided upon registration **Investment:** $197 READ FULL DETAILS Do you ever feel misunderstood, unheard, or frustrated trying to handle difficult conversations? Do you struggle to express yourself clearly in relationships, at work, or during stressful situations? **Build Stronger Communication, Confidence & Real-Life Skills** If so, this practical **4-week in-person Bootcamp for Men** was created for you. This mini-series is designed to help men strengthen communication skills, emotional control, confidence, leadership habits, and problem-solving tools that can improve everyday life. Many men were never taught how to properly communicate, manage conflict, or express emotions in a healthy way. This program offers practical solutions in a respectful, supportive environment. *** ## HOW THE COURSE IS STRUCTURED: ### Weeks 1–3 Each session will begin with a **PowerPoint presentation** covering key life skills, strategies, and tools. This will be followed by a **team-building exercise** where participants can apply what they learned through interactive activities, group discussion, and real-life scenarios. This format helps men learn, practice, connect, and build confidence in a supportive setting. ### Week 4 The final session will be an **Open Forum / Real Talk Session** focused on reflection, discussion, and continued growth. *** ## WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: ### Week 1 – Communication Mastery * How to speak with clarity and confidence * How to say what you mean without being misunderstood * How to express yourself calmly under pressure * How to improve your presence and self-confidence * Team building exercise ### Week 2 – Listening & Understanding * How to become a stronger listener * How to understand what others are really saying * How to reduce arguments caused by assumptions * How to improve communication with family, relationships, co-workers, and friends * Team building exercise ### Week 3 – Conflict Resolution & Emotional Strength * How to stay calm during disagreements * How to handle criticism without anger or shutting down * How to navigate difficult conversations with confidence * How to problem solve instead of emotionally reacting ### Week 4 – Open Forum / Real Talk Session A guided open discussion where men can reflect on the course, ask questions, share personal struggles, challenges, and growth goals in a safe and respectful environment. Topics may include: * Relationships * Stress and pressure * Confidence issues * Communication struggles * Life direction and motivation * Emotional frustration and personal growth This final session is designed to create connection, accountability, and support. *** ## CONTINUED SUPPORT AFTER THE COURSE After completing the Bootcamp, participants will have the opportunity to join an **Online Men’s Support Group Community** where growth continues. This ongoing group can provide: * Monthly support meetings * Encouragement from like-minded men * Guidance through life challenges * A place to talk, grow, and move forward *** ## ✔ BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM: * Increased confidence * Better communication skills * Stronger relationships * Better decision-making * Improved emotional control * Reduced stress during conflict * Brotherhood and support *** ## WHO THIS IS FOR: * Men wanting personal growth * Men tired of being misunderstood * Men dealing with relationship struggles * Men wanting confidence and direction * Men who want stronger leadership skills * Men ready to improve their life *** ## DETAILS: **Facilitator:** Patricia Lavigne, Certified Life & Wellness Coach **Dates:** Wednesday June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 **Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM **Location:** Mississauga Area - Full details provided upon registration **Investment:** $197 *** ## LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE Small group setting for real conversations, practical learning, and support. ## TO REGISTER: Message me Bootcamp For Men directly or email: patricialavignecpc@gmail.com ## If you are ready to grow stronger mentally, emotionally, and socially—this is your opportunity. Join today. Patricia Lavigne Life & Emotional Wellness Coach 416-312-6983 patricialavignecpc@gmail.com

**NO PHILOSOPHY EXPERTISE REQUIRED!** **🏛️ WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 **📓 HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7LyJIeBlaH5VtXkMJTTph?mode=gi_t), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:30-19:45 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the official start. * 19:45-19:55 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:55-21:15 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 21:15-21:30 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:30 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy is operated entirely on voluntary donations! If we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Donations are 100% voluntary, but they help us to bring the gift of deep conversation to people around the world. If you'd like to support, you can [donate here](https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-practical-philosophy)! (Practical Philosophy is a registered Canadian charity) **💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY** **🗣** “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * **Do I need to study or read anything to attend?** No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what you think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it. * **Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on?** The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * **Is it mostly men that attend?** Surprisingly, no! Although often, philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * **Can I come alone?** Of course you can, we encourage it :) * **Can I be late?** Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * **Where do you meet?** The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7LyJIeBlaH5VtXkMJTTph?mode=gi_t) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). 🤝**POLICY** To respect our members privacy, we ask that no one privately message a member without first getting explicit consent. (This looks like speaking in person and being asked to message privately.) Contacting or texting other participants without prior consent is not permitted and may result in removal from the group. Practical Philosophy reserves the right to enforce this policy at its discretion to maintain a safe and respectful environment. **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY CLUB - Philosophy, everywhere. ✨** We started in Practical Philosophy back in 2021 and there are now 50+ chapters in over 25 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ **\*\*\*** **Join our [Toronto Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7LyJIeBlaH5VtXkMJTTph?mode=gi_t) 👈** **Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈** **Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈**

We need 5 females for this event or we cancel!!! Skip the endless swiping and meet real people, face to face. Get up to **20 mini dates** with like-minded singles (ages **30–45**) who meet our curated criteria — all in a **chic King West bar**. Structured, comfortable, and perfect for **introverts who prefer meaningful conversations** over small talk. **When:** Wednesday\, June 3\, 2026 \| 7:00pm – 10:00pm **Where:** Dzo viet eatery (308 Dundas Street West) **Tickets:** [\[Buy Here\]](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-dating-hub-june-speed-dating-for-professionals-ages-30-45-tickets-1990059189607?aff=meetup) **(must buy ticket from website - RSVP from Meetup doesn't count)** ✨ **What to Expect:** * A dedicated & experienced host/emcee – Andrea Lo * Fun icebreakers & guided introductions to warm up the room * Structured speed dating rounds (1–1.5 hrs – short & sweet) * Open mingling to reconnect with matches or meet anyone you missed * Digital match form for easy post-event follow-ups Can’t make it? Follow **[Toronto Dating Hub](https://www.torontodatinghub.com/)** for upcoming mixers & events!

**A private event for successful men who want to connect & date their ideal women.** **Join the waitlist here:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988324057781](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988324057781) Lineup: hosted by **Dan Nesek**, award-winning relationship mentor with over 25 years of experience and work with more than 1,000 men across 30+ countries. Featured in major international media (such as FHM, New York Times, The Game, Playboy, etc). Joined by a leading female relationship advisor who works exclusively with high-achieving women. She will share a rare, direct perspective on what discerning women are truly looking for and what stops most successful men from finding it. **Who It’s For:** Men who: ✅ Have achieved success and are ready for the one area that remains: a high-quality relationship with the right woman. ✅ Who want to expand their circle with accomplished, like-minded individuals. ✅ Who are serious about meeting their ideal women in Toronto. **👔 Dress code: Smart Casual** Limited to an intimate group of 50 attendess. Follow us to learn more! Website: [https://dannesek.com/](http://%5Bhttps//dannesek.com/%5D(https://dannesek.com/) "\[https://dannesek.com/\](https://dannesek.com/)") Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/dannesek](http://%5Bhttps//www.instagram.com/dannesek?igsh=Z2JuejNud2tmd2Mw&utm_source=qr%5D(https://www.instagram.com/dannesek?igsh=Z2JuejNud2tmd2Mw&utm_source=qr) "\[https://www.instagram.com/dannesek?igsh=Z2JuejNud2tmd2Mw&utm_source=qr\](https://www.instagram.com/dannesek?igsh=Z2JuejNud2tmd2Mw&utm_source=qr)")

This is a ticketed event. You can register [here](https://luma.com/trajec-2gru). ​ Could an AI company’s internal coding agents create a “rogue deployment”, a set of agents running without human knowledge or permission? In February and March 2026, [METR](https://metr.org/?utm_source=luma), the organization behind the [time horizons graph](https://metr.org/time-horizons/), conducted a pilot of a process to assess just that. Anthropic, Google DeepMind, Meta, and OpenAI gave us access to their most capable internal LLMs and a wide range of non-public information. We concluded that, while internal agents plausibly had the means, motive, and opportunity to start small rogue deployments, they didn’t have the means to avoid human detection indefinitely. METR researcher Thomas Broadley explains the process, the six key facts that informed our conclusion, and how we expect risk to evolve over the next few months. ​You can watch a livestream of the talk [here](https://www.youtube.com/@Trajectory-Labs/live?utm_source=luma).

To register, please visit https://www.bnibusinessconnectionsone.com/ • What we'll do Doors open: 6:45 am Structured meeting: 7:00 am - 8:30 am (We start and stop on time.) - Informal Networking - President’s Welcome - Leadership Team Introductions - Education Moment: 2-minute talk on a networking topic - Weekly Presentations (45-seconds per member and guest- pitching your own services) - VP’s Report: Chapter Performance Update - Reports: Treasurer and Membership Committee - 5-Minute Break - 10-Minute Feature Presentation by a Member - Passing of referrals, testimonials, thank yous to guests - Presenter’s Gift Draw - Close OUR GUARANTEE: Business Connections One are full of life, laughter and learning! • What to bring What you’ll need to do as a visitor: - Plan a 45 second (100 words) infomercial on your business and what makes a good referral. - Bring about 40 business cards for circulation to the group. - Pay $30 in cash or cheque at the door (or via Paypal on this site) • Important to know

**NEW LOCATION - Madison Avenue Pub** **Dates will vary over the next few weeks due to FIFA schedule.** Join your community of fellow Intuitives and MBTI nerds for a casual evening of engaging conversation. We get together every second Sunday – with a mix of regulars and new friends. There is no fee to attend, though we ask that you support the venue by ordering something to eat or drink. **Feel free to contact event host B. via Facebook/Meetup messenger, or text/call 416-712-8635 for directions**. About the venue: Madison Avenue Pub, 14 Madison Ave Nearest Subway: Spadina Map / Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/scdLEYqb9LNJWkgWA We make an effort to find pubs that are quiet and introvert friendly, with a section to ourselves. We make no effort to muffle our extroverts, but should they get out of hand, our resident INTJ will use their death stare, to pull them back in line.

PyData London 2026 brings together data scientists, engineers, and researchers from around the world for three days of insightful talks, tutorials, and community connection. Hosted in one of Europe’s leading tech hubs, the event highlights the latest developments in Python, machine learning, and data science. Attendees can expect a mix of cutting-edge research, real-world applications, and opportunities to network with industry leaders. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, PyData London offers something for every level of the data science community. **THIS IS NOT A TICKET- TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ON CONFERENCE WEBSITE.** https://pydata.org/london2026

Let’s do some coding together at a cafe! No more working alone in the weekend. Here, we write code together. And I mean together together. Not occupying-the-same-space-but-separate together. Here’s how it works: Jennifer brings her mobile app project, tells everyone that it is like Pinterest for recipes and she’d like to work on the nav bar. Paul and Chloe think Jennifer's project is fascinating, and they join the group. They gather around Jennifer’s laptop and work on the nav bar for 2 hours. Jennifer is the one typing out the code while Paul and Chloe research, brainstorm, and offer suggestions. If you’re feeling stuck on your own project or need a motivation boost, bring it to mob programming! Want to learn by watching how others code and solve problems? Join someone else’s project at this event! Oh and we love your half-done projects that you are a bit embarrassed to share. Absolutely bring those to the event! **Discord**: We use Discord to share screen & code snippets during the event. Also feel free to share your projects here before the event! https://discord.gg/xwjDdVSw3E **Event policy**: * We have 0 tolerance for harassment. * We don’t allow the projects that are not meant to be shared in public such as school assignments, interview tasks, or trade secrets. * The goal is to write code. We discourage you from pitching business ideas here, doing code reviews, or spending the whole event on planning what to do. * Please buy a drink, and tip the barista well.

## 🤝 Host Information A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus 💡 About the Workshop AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge. This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow. Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required. 🛠️ What to Bring Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go. AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!) 🍕 Logistics & Perks Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided! Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site. ###

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.

Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Reynoldsburg Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian! Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian! Agenda --- Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. Partner Atlassian --- For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-reynoldsburg-5/.

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!

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

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\.

Monthly working lunch for Columbus business owners. One specific topic, one to three actions you can run this week. You can be the best at what you do and still be invisible. If local buyers cannot find you, the phone does not ring. Marketing Monday Lunch + Learn is a monthly working lunch for Columbus business owners focused on building relationships, local networking, and local marketing. Every kind of local business welcome. No pitch round, no pressure, no upsell. **This month** Most local businesses pick one or two places to be visible and call it good. The result is inconsistent calls and a feeling that marketing is not working. We will walk through the three places every local business needs to show up, plus the fourth place most owners ignore that quietly produces the warmest leads. **What to expect** Doors open at noon. Order lunch and drinks at the cafe counter or bring your own. You get real conversation with other local owners and a focused marketing lesson. You leave knowing people and with one to three actions to run that week. The room is reserved through 1:30 PM. **Who this is for** Any local business owner who wants clearer marketing direction and real local relationships. Service businesses, retail, home services, professional services, online owners building local presence, anyone serious about being part of the Columbus business community. **Not the right fit if** You are here to pitch the room or recruit for an MLM. **Details** * Second Monday of every month * 12:00 to 1:30 PM * Good Cafe Easton, 4400 Easton Commons, Ste 150, Columbus, OH 43219 * Order lunch and drinks at the counter when you arrive * Free to attend, RSVP required, space is limited **About the host** Rita Suzanne is a local marketing strategist and the founder of Local Marketing Method. She runs Visibility is Profitability, the membership where local business owners build the system that keeps their phone ringing. Learn more at learnlocalmarketing.com. Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989964540509?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989964540509?aff=oddtdtcreator)