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The TLV PUG is back! Join us for an afternoon of talks, food, drinks, and good company at Microsoft Reactor Tel Aviv on Level 50 with those incredible skyline views. This time we've got three great talks lined up. Oh, and there will be swag. You're welcome. **Talks:** **From Zero to AI Agent: Building with Microsoft Foundry Agent Service** *[Engin Diri](https://www.linkedin.com/in/engin-diri/) \- Senior Solutions Architect\, Pulumi* AI Agents are everywhere right now, but how do you actually build and deploy one without losing your mind? In this talk, Engin will walk through how to use Microsoft Foundry Agent Service together with the Microsoft Agent Framework and Pulumi to spin up, configure, and manage AI agents, all as code. We'll go from an empty project to a working agent, covering the gotchas and the good parts along the way. **OpenClaw Bots Done Right: No Security Nightmares Included** [Dor Serero](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorser/) \- Principal Architect\, Microsoft So you want to run an OpenClaw bot, or any agent for that matter. Cool. But have you thought about what happens when things go sideways security-wise? In this session, Dor will share real-world lessons on running OpenClaw bots without the kind of setup that keeps you up at 3 AM wondering if something just went horribly wrong. We'll cover common pitfalls, hardening tips, and practical patterns to keep your bot humming without opening the door to trouble. **OpenClaw Running My Life 🦞 (and I'm not sure If I can take them back)** *[Roey Zalta](https://linkedin.com/in/roey-zalta) \- Data & AI Solutions Engineer\, Microsoft* What happens when you stop treating OpenClaw as a demo and start letting it run real parts of your life? In this session, Roey will walk through his personal setup, showing how he balances security, privacy, and convenience while giving agents real autonomy. From always-on monitoring to reactive automations, you'll see what it actually takes to operationalize OpenClaw beyond toy examples. We'll cover the trade-offs, the unexpected behaviors, and the lessons learned when your agent becomes a system you rely on daily. Sometimes helpful, sometimes slightly too enthusiastic. **Schedule:** * 5:00 PM — Doors open, food, drinks & networking * 5:30 PM — From Zero to AI Agent: Building with Microsoft Foundry Agent Service (Engin Diri) * 5:55 PM — OpenClaw Bots Done Right: No Security Nightmares Included (Dor Serero) * 6:20 PM — OpenClaw Running My Life 🦞 (Roey Zalta) * 6:45 PM — Networking, food & drinks * 7:30 PM — See you at the next one! **Where:** Microsoft Reactor Tel Aviv Menakhem Begin Rd 144, Level 50 Tel Aviv-Yafo After the official wrap-up, we'll continue any interesting discussions at a nearby bar for those who want to keep the conversation going. Spots are limited, so grab yours early. See you there!

\*The meeting will be held in Hebrew. . . . **Winning the Room: A Masterclass on Pitching & Presentations** Your pitch is your most important tool as a founder. Whether you are standing in front of investors, partners, or your very first clients, the ability to control the room and deliver a sharp, persuasive message is what turns a vision into a reality. This masterclass provides you with the practical, high-stakes tools you need to master your performance. . . **Why You Should Join (and why does it worth you time & money)** As an entrepreneur, your time is your most valuable asset. This webinar moves past theoretical advice and focuses on the "how-to" of public speaking and persuasion. This session is designed to be highly practical, focusing on the "how-to" of successful pitching. We will dive deep into the following: * **Practical Pitching Tools:** How to craft a focused and compelling pitch that hits all the right marks. * **Effective Communication:** Techniques to ensure your message is not just heard, but understood and remembered. * **The Power of Body Language:** Learning how to project authority and leadership through your physical presence. * **Building a Personal Story:** How to weave your personal narrative into the business case to create a lasting emotional connection. . . **The Bonus:** In a special interactive segment, you will have the chance to present **your own pitch live** during the webinar and receive immediate, professional feedback to refine your delivery. This is a rare opportunity to get expert eyes on your work before your next big meeting. . . **Important notice ‼️** This is a focused investment in your professional growth, designed to ensure that the next time you stand in front of a decision-maker, you are fully prepared to win. For that reason, we ask for a symbolic participation fee of 44 ILS. . . . **About the Speaker** The masterclass will be led by **Elad Hollander**, a serial entrepreneur and a seasoned expert in the global startup ecosystem. Elad Hollander is the Accelerator Program Director at the Resilience & Health Innovation Hub, where he designs and delivers end-to-end curricula for high-impact entrepreneurial programs. With a decade of experience at the intersection of founding, fundraising, and mentoring, Elad has guided more than 200 startups through the journey from raw ideas to investor-ready ventures. As a serial entrepreneur, Elad served as the Co-Founder & CEO of New York-based Spoilme Inc and is a Founding Partner at the sports tech agency Partners for Sports. With years of experience guiding founders through high-pressure situations, he brings a unique blend of strategic insight and practical performance coaching. . . . **About Rescue** This masterclass is held as part of the development phase for **Rescue**, an app providing mental first aid for anxiety and stress. Founded during the events of October 7th, Rescue already serves over 10,000 users. Having successfully reached our initial funding goal, all contributions now go directly toward further technological development and expanding our reach to hospitals and medical centers. . . . **Registration & Important Information** Please note that clicking "Going" on Meetup does not secure your spot. Attendance is strictly managed through the project’s Headstart page. 1. **How to Register:** Visit the campaign link below and select the reward titled **"Pitch & Presentation Masterclass"** for 44 NIS. 2. **Deadline:** Registration will close on **April 30, 2026**. 3. **Contact Details:** You must provide a valid email address during the Headstart checkout process. 4. **Confirmation:** Only those who purchase the specific reward will receive an official confirmation email and a calendar invite with the webinar link. . . . **Link for Registration and Supporting Rescue:** [Click here to register on Headstart](https://headstart.co.il/project/89269?utm_source=meetup)

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! If you don't know how to find the location, or how to find us inside - write me (the organizer, Alex Zak). **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com). **Other Important Details:** WiFi name/password: TBD Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

The TLV PUG is back! Join us for an afternoon of talks, food, drinks, and good company at Microsoft Reactor Tel Aviv on Level 50 with those incredible skyline views. This time we've got three great talks lined up. Oh, and there will be swag. You're welcome. **Talks:** **From Zero to AI Agent: Building with Microsoft Foundry Agent Service** *[Engin Diri](https://www.linkedin.com/in/engin-diri/) \- Senior Solutions Architect\, Pulumi* AI Agents are everywhere right now, but how do you actually build and deploy one without losing your mind? In this talk, Engin will walk through how to use Microsoft Foundry Agent Service together with the Microsoft Agent Framework and Pulumi to spin up, configure, and manage AI agents, all as code. We'll go from an empty project to a working agent, covering the gotchas and the good parts along the way. **OpenClaw Bots Done Right: No Security Nightmares Included** [Dor Serero](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorser/) \- Principal Architect\, Microsoft So you want to run an OpenClaw bot, or any agent for that matter. Cool. But have you thought about what happens when things go sideways security-wise? In this session, Dor will share real-world lessons on running OpenClaw bots without the kind of setup that keeps you up at 3 AM wondering if something just went horribly wrong. We'll cover common pitfalls, hardening tips, and practical patterns to keep your bot humming without opening the door to trouble. **OpenClaw Running My Life 🦞 (and I'm not sure If I can take them back)** *[Roey Zalta](https://linkedin.com/in/roey-zalta) \- Data & AI Solutions Engineer\, Microsoft* What happens when you stop treating OpenClaw as a demo and start letting it run real parts of your life? In this session, Roey will walk through his personal setup, showing how he balances security, privacy, and convenience while giving agents real autonomy. From always-on monitoring to reactive automations, you'll see what it actually takes to operationalize OpenClaw beyond toy examples. We'll cover the trade-offs, the unexpected behaviors, and the lessons learned when your agent becomes a system you rely on daily. Sometimes helpful, sometimes slightly too enthusiastic. **Schedule:** * 5:00 PM — Doors open, food, drinks & networking * 5:30 PM — From Zero to AI Agent: Building with Microsoft Foundry Agent Service (Engin Diri) * 5:55 PM — OpenClaw Bots Done Right: No Security Nightmares Included (Dor Serero) * 6:20 PM — OpenClaw Running My Life 🦞 (Roey Zalta) * 6:45 PM — Networking, food & drinks * 7:30 PM — See you at the next one! **Where:** Microsoft Reactor Tel Aviv Menakhem Begin Rd 144, Level 50 Tel Aviv-Yafo After the official wrap-up, we'll continue any interesting discussions at a nearby bar for those who want to keep the conversation going. Spots are limited, so grab yours early. See you there!

\*The meeting will be held in Hebrew. . . . **Winning the Room: A Masterclass on Pitching & Presentations** Your pitch is your most important tool as a founder. Whether you are standing in front of investors, partners, or your very first clients, the ability to control the room and deliver a sharp, persuasive message is what turns a vision into a reality. This masterclass provides you with the practical, high-stakes tools you need to master your performance. . . **Why You Should Join (and why does it worth you time & money)** As an entrepreneur, your time is your most valuable asset. This webinar moves past theoretical advice and focuses on the "how-to" of public speaking and persuasion. This session is designed to be highly practical, focusing on the "how-to" of successful pitching. We will dive deep into the following: * **Practical Pitching Tools:** How to craft a focused and compelling pitch that hits all the right marks. * **Effective Communication:** Techniques to ensure your message is not just heard, but understood and remembered. * **The Power of Body Language:** Learning how to project authority and leadership through your physical presence. * **Building a Personal Story:** How to weave your personal narrative into the business case to create a lasting emotional connection. . . **The Bonus:** In a special interactive segment, you will have the chance to present **your own pitch live** during the webinar and receive immediate, professional feedback to refine your delivery. This is a rare opportunity to get expert eyes on your work before your next big meeting. . . **Important notice ‼️** This is a focused investment in your professional growth, designed to ensure that the next time you stand in front of a decision-maker, you are fully prepared to win. For that reason, we ask for a symbolic participation fee of 44 ILS. . . . **About the Speaker** The masterclass will be led by **Elad Hollander**, a serial entrepreneur and a seasoned expert in the global startup ecosystem. Elad Hollander is the Accelerator Program Director at the Resilience & Health Innovation Hub, where he designs and delivers end-to-end curricula for high-impact entrepreneurial programs. With a decade of experience at the intersection of founding, fundraising, and mentoring, Elad has guided more than 200 startups through the journey from raw ideas to investor-ready ventures. As a serial entrepreneur, Elad served as the Co-Founder & CEO of New York-based Spoilme Inc and is a Founding Partner at the sports tech agency Partners for Sports. With years of experience guiding founders through high-pressure situations, he brings a unique blend of strategic insight and practical performance coaching. . . . **About Rescue** This masterclass is held as part of the development phase for **Rescue**, an app providing mental first aid for anxiety and stress. Founded during the events of October 7th, Rescue already serves over 10,000 users. Having successfully reached our initial funding goal, all contributions now go directly toward further technological development and expanding our reach to hospitals and medical centers. . . . **Registration & Important Information** Please note that clicking "Going" on Meetup does not secure your spot. Attendance is strictly managed through the project’s Headstart page. 1. **How to Register:** Visit the campaign link below and select the reward titled **"Pitch & Presentation Masterclass"** for 44 NIS. 2. **Deadline:** Registration will close on **April 30, 2026**. 3. **Contact Details:** You must provide a valid email address during the Headstart checkout process. 4. **Confirmation:** Only those who purchase the specific reward will receive an official confirmation email and a calendar invite with the webinar link. . . . **Link for Registration and Supporting Rescue:** [Click here to register on Headstart](https://headstart.co.il/project/89269?utm_source=meetup)

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! If you don't know how to find the location, or how to find us inside - write me (the organizer, Alex Zak). **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com). **Other Important Details:** WiFi name/password: TBD Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

FREE event [https://www.ccad.edu/chroma](https://www.ccad.edu/chroma) Friday, May 15, 3–7 p.m. CCAD campus, 60 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH Join Columbus College of Art & Design for *2025* *Chroma: Best of CCAD*, our annual campuswide exhibition showcasing outstanding student work from across the college’s academic programs. This faculty-juried show features select work from CCAD students of all class years, and is a can’t-miss end-of-year campus celebration recognizing their tremendous achievements. It’ll be a night of fun and entertainment, with interactive games, animation and film screenings, art symposiums, poetry and prose readings, and more (along with some of the best local food trucks). *Chroma* is free and open to all. Many exhibitions including... **Game Art & Design:** **DSB, first floor, Welcome Center lobby and Room 115**

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) $15 for One Class $20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space.

Feeling down? Sometimes depressed? Can't focus? Negativity & stress? Recent losses? Creativity in career and personal life hindered by mental blocks? Sometimes we never fully recover from traumatic experiences. Whether it was yesterday, last week or a year ago, traumatic experiences - a loss of a loved one, losing a job, a breakup - can leave you scarred. You talk about it and feel a little better, but it never goes away. After you hang up the phone, it's still there; the sadness, the cloud, the over-thinking, the worry, the guilt. You try to focus, but you're blocked. You try to look forward into new experiences, new relationships but a cloud is hanging over you, casting a shadow on what you once considered a bright, cheerful future. What happened to your courage? Your strength of character? You're 'why not' attitude? Whoever said 'time heals' must have had a special time machine, because after weeks, months, years, you're wondering - when exactly does that kick in? Sometimes it seems like drinking or drugs are the way to go. But they wear off, and now the problem is still there with added side effects from the drugs. At this free local Meetup event we will talk about: * What causes grief, anxiety and depression to become chronic. * Is it possible to regain your joy and happiness even after traumatic experiences? * How to break away from negativity and focus on the future * What are the steps to take to get control of your mind and your emotions? Learn about a safe, gentle, do-it-yourself counseling that can be done in the comfort of your own home. Let's explore safe, effective solutions for healing from traumatic experiences. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.

Communication is everything in life! Attend this free lecture about how to be a better communicator. You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024