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Join us for our Georgetown Networking Chapter at the Barking Armadillo Brewing. Connect with like-minded professionals, spark new business opportunities, and experience the power of our interactive, referral-focused networking environment. We also contribute to local charities, making our networking experience not only beneficial for your business but also for the community. Don't miss out—come network with us! **Agenda:** \- Open Networking and Lunch Order \- Announcements and Updates \- Introductions \- Networking Activity or Spotlight Speaker \- Open Networking 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 BXN S𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀: 👉 [PepTribe](peptribe.us) 👉 [1-800-JUNKPRO Austin](https://1-800-junkpro.com/) 👉 [Farmers Insurance](https://agents.farmers.com/tx/buda/ronald-marchiani/) 👉 [Bradenn Pools](https://bradennpools.com/) 👉 [Luna Tech - Managed IT Services](https://lunatechteam.com/) 👉 [American Eagle Plumbing](https://americaneagleplumbing.net/) 👉 [Dolan Mortgage Team](https://dolanloans.com/) 👉 [Balarini Floors](https://balarinifloors.com) 👉 [KingFiher Roofing](https://kingfisherroofing.com) 👉 [CESHKER Group - Law & Title Offices](https://www.ceshker.com/) 👉 [Horizon Realty](BuyWithBatya.com) 👉 [Truist Financial](https://www.truist.com/) 👉 [Dynamic Electrical Service ](https://www.facebook.com/DynamicTX/) 👉 [Temperature Pro ](https://temperaturepro.com/round-rock-tx/) [Learn more about BXN](https://bxnmembers.com/) We look forward to seeing you soon! BXN Leadership Team #networking

Hello Product Folks! It’s that time of month for Product Happy Hour where Product Management enthusiasts come together over drinks to discuss all things product! Join us for stimulating conversations and refreshing beverages! **When:** Thursday, June 4, 6:00 PM **Where:** Opa, 2050 S Lamar Blvd Hope to see you there! [#atx](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=atx&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7040361786272878592) [#startup](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=startup&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7040361786272878592) [#productmanagement](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=productmanagement&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7040361786272878592)

**Talk Description:** Back by popular demand, Community Micro Talks are back on the menu. Attendees are invited to give short, 7-minute micro talks on any topic related to Unity or the game industry. We have **three more slots** available for community presentations. If you're interested in giving a talk, **join our Discord and ping one of our co-hosts**. https://discord.gg/7VWt44PC If you plan to show gameplay or project demos, all demo footage must be prerecorded to help keep the event running smoothly. If you’re unsure whether a topic is a good fit, feel free to ask. We’re happy to help. **Event Details:** **We encourage our community to bring any playable demos of their game to this event.** Feel free to share and get feedback on your projects before and after the speaker portion of the Meet-up. **RSVPs** for this event are **required** to ensure building security and that we order enough food for all participants We'll be meeting at **Braker Business Park B, Suite 250** in North Austin, on **June 4th** from **6:00pm - 9:00 pm**. Thank you for sponsoring us, Unity & Owlchemy Labs!

**UXPA Austin Networking Event @ Easy Tiger at the Linc** Working on something interesting? Job hunting? Just want to talk about design and research? Join UXPA Austin for an evening of casual networking, good conversation, and drinks at Easy Tiger's beer garden at the Linc. We're also celebrating the conclusion of our Spring 2026 Mentorship program. Thank you to all the mentors and mentees for their hard work! Whether you're a seasoned UX professional, just starting your career, between roles, or curious about user experience design, this is a low-key chance to connect with the Austin design community. No agenda, no slides — just designers, researchers, and product folks swapping stories over drinks. **What to expect** * Friendly faces from across Austin's UX scene * Conversations about what you're working on, hiring for, or learning * Outdoor beer garden vibes (Easy Tiger is mostly covered) * Food and drink available for purchase **When** Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM **Where** Easy Tiger at the Linc, 6406 N IH 35 Austin, TX 78752 Parking is available on-site at the Linc. Bring a friend, bring a colleague, or come solo. Look for the UXPA Austin crew near the picnic tables. There will be a few UXPA signs on the tables. RSVP so we know how many to expect!

Come play pickleball and make new friends at Pickleland! 🏓 \*\*\* **Important: Please sign up on the Pickleland App ([iOS](https://pickleland.com/ios) \| [Android](https://pickleland.com/android)) or [website](https://play.pickleland.com) directly.** \*\*\* We divide our open play by levels! 😄 (All levels welcome!) If you've never played, come and learn the rules! We have other beginners join us every day. You don't need a paddle, we have some you can rent ($10)! If you are an avid player, come and find some nice and friendly competition. If this time doesn't work for you, we are open M-F 8am to 10pm, and Sat-Sun 8am-8pm. Find other times on the Pickleland App ([iOS](https://pickleland.com/ios) \| [Android](https://pickleland.com/android)) or [website](https://play.pickleland.com). The website and app will show the most accurate roster and sign up count! Follow [@picklelandatx](https://www.instagram.com/picklelandatx/) for more! **⭐️ Come see why we were recently named the "Best Pickleball Club" in Austin by Austin Pickleball Update and 750+ other players!**

Start your weekday strong. This morning meetup is for people who want consistency, accountability, and good company while doing their own workout. No group programming, no coaching. Just show up, train, stay motivated, and support each other. Strength, cardio, mobility, or skill work — whatever fits your goals. **Important Note** Participation requires an active Anytime Fitness membership for this location (or a valid multi-location pass). We cannot provide access to the gym. **Who It’s For** • Preparing for hikes or outdoor trips • Building a steady morning routine • Prefer independent workouts with community around **Location** Anytime Fitness 5290 N A.W. Grimes Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oEzp2osVFzHvGy9L7 **Schedule** 4:00 AM — Arrive, warm up 4:15–5:45 AM — Individual workouts (optional shared circuits) 5:45–6:00 AM — Cooldown and quick check-in Stay the entire time or come for what you can. Consistency matters more than duration. **Bring** • Water and workout gear • Your workout plan (optional) **Expectations** • Update your RSVP if your plans change • Be on time when possible • Respect the gym environment and other members • Aim for steady attendance — habit is the goal A friendly, low-pressure way to start the day strong, build discipline, and train alongside others without needing a structured class.

WilCo Food Tours - every month we'll eat dinner at a highly recommended restaurant. Join us for some delicious food and good conversation while we explore Central Texas cuisine. This month's stop on the WilCo Food Tour is 四姐 Special Noodle with a unique cooking technique that has customers fascinated. In early 2022, the owner personally developed a special noodle dish that involves cooking the noodles and broth on high-temperature natural cobblestones in the pot. This causes the broth to immediately boil and creates a remarkable sight for customers to witness. The high-temperature cobblestones also ensure that the noodles and soup remain hot for a longer period of time, providing a more enjoyable dining experience.

Come have some belly laughs and make some friends!! We will be at the Zaragoza Rec Center. We hang out afterwards after class. See you soon!! Join [Austin Improv Connection on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/austinimprovconnection) BFBL Improv is a space curated to help you let loose, have fun, and laugh without limitation in a friendly, engaging, and high-energy environment! This improv meetup is perfect for the beginner - all the way up to the most advanced improv warriors - no experience is required. Through a super playful process, we'll help you discover your inner improv roots (aka superhero powers...) and what you discover may (and most certainly will) surprise you! At these meetups you will: * Play a variety of easy-to-learn, engaging, and outrageously fun improv games. * Find comfort and true freedom in expressing your weird side. * Learn the foundational basics of improv and perform successful scenes (even if it's your first time). * Connect and make new friends within the Austin community! What kind of games do we play? We play short-form improv games designed to inspire collaboration and creative, out-of-the-box thinking and also dabble in a bit of improv scene work. If you've never done improv before, feel free to come see what we're all about! ***You must RSVP to participate in this class*** \-\-\- BFBL Improv is provided for free! Our mission is to provide services that foster creativity and artistic expression in the Austin community. Donations keep the art of improv accessible for all, regardless of socio-economic status, through our BFBL program. Facilitators are happy to provide guided Improv classes for youth groups, schools, corporate training, private parties, etc. Please message us for more information. CODE OF CONDUCT: When participating in any event sanctioned as a BFBL meetup, all BFBL participants shall be expected to demonstrate courteous and cordial behavior in action and in speech. Participants are expected to be kind, respectful, and inclusive of others, whether engaged in online dialogue or at any BFBL event. Event Hosts shall endeavor to create and maintain, in addition to general policy expectations, a welcoming, harmonious, safe, and otherwise supportive environment at their events. Our goal is that every member feels comfortable and able to become further integrated into the BFBL community. NOTICE OF ASSUMED RISK: Meetup, Inc. and organizers of Improv Connection do NOT maintain health, auto, home, life, accident, or other insurance policies applicable to members of this meetup. This is a notice to you that risks associated with your participation in improv connection events, and participation of your guests in events, are solely your responsibility. Attendance at a meetup is your acknowledgement that you understand that you assume all risk, and that you release organizers and members of CSE from any and all liability for personal injury, property damage, or death. Improv connection organizers urges members to obtain insurance BEFORE participating in any Improv or meetup events if you feel it necessary to have insurance applicable to such participation. PHOTO RELEASE: By attending BFBL Improv, you acknowledge that photographs might be taken at the event which will include your image. These photographs and/or videos may be used in publications, news releases, social media, online, and in other communications related to the mission of this meetup group. If you do not wish to have your photograph taken, please notify the event host at the beginning of the event (or as soon as possible).

Way way back when, this group used to do events where we would get 10 people together at a restaurant, sit boy girl boy girl around the table, and just really get to know each other. I'm going to start that back up with a lunch time event at moonshine on Parmer. in case y'all weren't tracking, I'm a guy, so this first one is going to have spots for four more men and five women. as with all our events, please only RSVP if you are going to attend. I don't normally enforce it, but the attendance policy will apply for this, so don't cancel at the last minute,..etc.. If you haven't been to moonshine, it's southern food with a twist here and there. they have some pretty good cocktails and a solid whiskey selection, but also mocktails, wine, and other stuff. I'll see y'all there!

***[CLICK HERE TO GRAB TICKETS!](https://pinballz.com/events/whiskeys-of-the-world-tasting-lake-creek/)*** The world’s biggest sporting event is almost here, and we’re kicking it off with a one-night-only Whiskeys of the World Cup tasting at The Whiskey Bar. Join us Friday, June 5th at Pinballz Lake Creek as we pour iconic bottles from four of the tournament’s competing nations and crown a champion in your glass. Whether you’re new to whiskey or a seasoned collector, this bracket-style tasting takes you around the world and into the stories, regions, and flavor profiles behind some of the most celebrated pours in the game. *** **How the Tasting Works:** Led by a whiskey expert, you’ll taste your way through a four-country bracket, then advance to a Finals pour that decides the night’s MVP. * **Group Stage:** Two head-to-head matchups give you a side-by-side taste of four world-class whiskeys. * **Expert Commentary:** Walk through flavor notes, maturation, and craftsmanship as you sip each pour. * **The Finals:** A grand finale pour rounds out the night, with a VIP-exclusive bottle for upgraded tickets. * **Perfect Pairings:** Every guest receives a personal charcuterie board curated to complement the lineup. *** **The Lineup:** Whiskey bottles including The Macallan Rare Cask, The Balvenie, Crown Royal 18, and Shibui Single Grain 15 displayed on a wooden bar top at The Whiskey Bar at Pinballz Lake Creek * **Group 1:** Scotland vs. Japan * Scotland: The Balvenie PortWood 21 Year Old * Japan: Shibui Single Grain 15 Year Sherry Cask * **Group 2:** Canada vs. USA * Canada: Crown Royal Aged 18 Years Extra Rare * USA: Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon by Buffalo Trace * **The Finals:** Scotland vs. USA * Standard: The Macallan Rare Cask * VIP: Pappy Van Winkle 10 Year or 12 Year *** **Whiskeys of the World Cup Details:** * **Date:** Friday, June 5th, 2026 * **Time:** 7:00 PM (check in begins at 6:45 PM) * **Location:** The Whiskey Bar at Pinballz Lake Creek * **Address:** 13729 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78750 * **Admission:** Ticketed event, 21+ only * **Food Pairing:** A personal charcuterie board is included with every ticket. *** **Ticket Options:** * **Standard Ticket – $70:** Includes all four group stage pours, The Macallan Rare Cask finals pour, and a personal charcuterie board. * **VIP Ticket – $90:** Includes everything in the Standard ticket plus the VIP-exclusive Van Winkle finals pour.

## 🤝 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. ###

We are going to build together with all the CLIs! E will be doing it at Columbus Code and Coffee Agenda --- Hosted By James Power, Organizer Pete Gordon, Organizer Just a Software Guy in the age of the Internet. Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-columbus-presents-ai-improv-lets-build-a-game-together-with-claude-code-codex-and-gemini-and-be-the-judge/.

**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose** Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap. Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn: * Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge * How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change * Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction * How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work. **About Our Speaker** [Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

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\.

**Let’s meet for pizza 1st at Mikey’s Late Night Slice which is connected to Pins! Then we will bowl (no heavy balls involved)**

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

We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. So please RSVP for a head count!