Project Management Practices

**Team Network MARTY on Main Street: June 25th at Pupatella Pizza! 🍕🎉** **Meeting + Party = MARTY!** (**[Graphic With Details](https://www.meetup.com/www-teamnetwork-com/photos/36024606/534816782/)**) Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, fun, and purpose as Team Network brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, and Main Street business owners — all while supporting a cause that matters deeply. **🗓 Thursday, June 25th** **🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM** 📍 Pupetella Pizza, Mosaic District, Merrifield, Virginia **We’re teaming up with the Eric Monday Foundation** to help #TakeDownTheStigma around mental health. This is more than just another networking event — it’s a chance to build real relationships while contributing to meaningful change in our community. **What to expect:** • Strategic introductions & tactical referrals (the Team Network way!) • Delicious pizza and great conversations • Corn Hole Tournament — bring your competitive spirit! • Live connection, laughter, and “Know, Like, and Trust” in action • Iron sharpens iron — come leave stronger than you arrived Whether you’re a seasoned networker or new to the game, this MARTY is designed for you. One great introduction can change the trajectory of your business and someone’s life. **Give and Go!** Come ready to give value, make connections, and support the Eric Monday Foundation’s vital mission. learn more: [www.ericmondayfoundation.com](https://www.ericmondayfoundation.com) **📍 Pupatella Pizza – Mosaic District, Merrifield, VA** 2980 District Avenue, Suite 140 · Merrifield, VA Tag a friend or colleague who needs to be there and let’s make this the best MARTY yet! We are all only one introduction away from a better business and a better life. **See you on the 25th!**

Artistic Artifacts hosts **Open Stitch sessions EVERY Thursday evenings** from 5:30 - 7:30 pm — join us! This is a drop-in, bring your own hand stitching project and the necessary supplies (or you can knit, crochet... whatever needle arts you like). There’s no fee to attend, no instruction nor agenda — just a time to spend with other creatives! Visit our website for all our class & event information: **[https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk](https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk)**

Discover the power of your breath to manage your mind and experience instant peace & calm. Join a 60-minute free Workshop and get a glimpse of the Sudarshan KriyaTM- The breathing technique that is revolutionizing the lives of millions. What you’ll discover at ‘Beyond Breath’ ✔ A taste of the Sudarshan KriyaTM, a breathing technique taught in the Happiness Program ✔ An instant energy booster that awakens & relaxes your mind - Take it home and practice daily! ✔ The peace & calm of a unique guided meditation ✔ Secret keys to manage your mind ✔ The power of surrounding yourself with positive, like-minded people. You can use your breath to master your thoughts and emotions - the key to managing the quality of your day. The Happiness Program At the end of this workshop you may enroll into the Happiness Program (3 days, 3 hours each day) to learn the Sudarshan KriyaTM, a science-backed, rhythmic breathing technique through which you can: Tap into a reservoir of energy and use it as you please! Relieve deep-rooted stresses and anxieties Uplevel your productivity Overcome emotional blocks, move on from past events and shed limiting beliefs Heal your body & gain power over your mind Experience the true state of meditation Learn more about the Happiness Program & the Sudarshan KriyaTM in our introductory workshop 'Secrets to Meditation'. register: http://aolf.live/introSKY

Discover the power of your breath to manage your mind and experience instant peace & calm. Join a 60-minute free Workshop and get a glimpse of the Sudarshan KriyaTM- The breathing technique that is revolutionizing the lives of millions. What you’ll discover at ‘Beyond Breath’ ✔ A taste of the Sudarshan KriyaTM, a breathing technique taught in the Happiness Program ✔ An instant energy booster that awakens & relaxes your mind - Take it home and practice daily! ✔ The peace & calm of a unique guided meditation ✔ Secret keys to manage your mind ✔ The power of surrounding yourself with positive, like-minded people. You can use your breath to master your thoughts and emotions - the key to managing the quality of your day. The Happiness Program At the end of this workshop you may enroll into the Happiness Program (3 days, 3 hours each day) to learn the Sudarshan KriyaTM, a science-backed, rhythmic breathing technique through which you can: Tap into a reservoir of energy and use it as you please! Relieve deep-rooted stresses and anxieties Uplevel your productivity Overcome emotional blocks, move on from past events and shed limiting beliefs Heal your body & gain power over your mind Experience the true state of meditation Learn more about the Happiness Program & the Sudarshan KriyaTM in our introductory workshop 'Secrets to Meditation'. Instagram: artoflivingDMV aolf.live/secretstomeditation

Cover6 Community — June Meet & Greet The technical series is heating up — and so is the summer calendar. Join us for our June Meet & Greet before the community heads into a packed July (and DEF CON season in August). 🎯 What to Expect \- Network with Cover6 Community members \- Preview of the July sessions \- CyberjutsuCon preview — Tyrone will be training there; get the inside track \- Open Q&A — bring your lab questions\, your career questions\, your cert questions No slides. No lecture. Just the community getting together. 🔗 Stay connected: \- Cover6 Solutions: [https://www.cover6solutions.com](https://www.cover6solutions.com) \- YouTube \(live streams \+ replays\): [https://www.youtube.com/@Cover6Solutions](https://www.youtube.com/@Cover6Solutions) \- Courses and certification prep: [https://cover6solutions.com/courses/](https://cover6solutions.com/courses/) ✏️ Submit a talk, workshop, or lightning talk idea: [https://www.papercall.io/cover6community](https://www.papercall.io/cover6community) **Rep the community →** [https://www.cover6solutions.com/product/cover6-shield-unisex-t-shirt/](https://www.cover6solutions.com/product/cover6-shield-unisex-t-shirt/) Grab a Cover6 Shield tee and show up repping the community that helped get you here. **Help cover the tab →** Help keep Cover6 Community events free. Every dollar helps cover the tab, so more people can show up.

Starting Thursday, May 21, I'm running a weekly Proxy Cube draft in DC. **Cubes:** * [100 Ornithopters](https://cubecobra.com/cube/about/100-ornithopters?view=primer) : a normal-feeling cube with one twist: the only creatures are 100 copies of Ornithopter. No tokens, no creature lands, and no way to deal damage to your opponent that doesn't somehow involve Ornithopter. * **Modern Cube:** a straightforward Modern-format cube. **Details:** * **What:** Proxy Cube draft (2 cubes to begin with) * **Where:** As You Are, 500 8th St SE, Washington DC * **When:** Thursdays, 6:30 PM, starting May 21 * **Format:** Multiple pods, scales with attendance * **Entry:** $5–$10 suggested donation, with proceeds going to a local community fridge project More info at [capitalcube.club](http://capitalcube.club/) (reserve a spot) All skill levels welcome.

**🐺🤝🇺🇸💼Welcome to Team Network MoCo Home Team** **Weekly Professional Business Networking Zoom** (The first week of each month we meet in person. All other weeks we meet on Zoom.) **Thursdays \| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM \| Zoom** [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3013705351?omn=85826502304](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3013705351?omn=85826502304) **Meeting ID:** 301 370 5351 **Passcode:** TmNetwork We're a high-energy, virtual zoom networking experience built for professionals, entrepreneurs, and Main Street business owners who believe that strong local relationships create outsized business results. Rooted in Montgomery County, the MoCo Home Team brings together community-focused leaders who want to grow together, collaborate intentionally, and win as a group. This is not random networking or surface-level conversation. MoCo Home Team meetings are intentional, structured, and process-driven, designed to connect you with your true Power Play Partners—the professionals in complementary industries who can drive referrals, open doors, and create long-term opportunity. Every meeting is engineered to turn introductions into momentum. At the center of the experience is Team Network’s proprietary Wolf Pack Connect speed-networking system. This fast-paced, highly engaging format ensures that every attendee meets multiple high-quality professionals in a single morning, with clarity around who they serve, how they add value, and where collaboration makes sense. It’s efficient, energizing, and built to respect your time while multiplying your reach. Expect a zoom call filled with prepared business owners, trusted advisors, and local leaders who show up ready to contribute—not just collect cards. Expect meaningful conversations, warm introductions that actually happen, and relationships that extend well beyond the meeting room. **Weekly Professional Business Networking Zoom** (The first week of each month we meet in person. All other weeks we meet on Zoom.) **Thursdays \| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM \| Zoom** [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3013705351?omn=85826502304](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3013705351?omn=85826502304) **Meeting ID:** 301 370 5351 **Passcode:** TmNetwork Start your Thursday morning with energy, momentum, and meaningful professional connections. Each week, Team Network MoCo Home Team join forces with Team Network’s Asburn Growth Hub and Team Network’s Baltimore City Charmers for a dynamic multi-team professional networking Zoom meeting designed to help serious professionals build relationships, exchange introductions, and grow their businesses. At Team Network, we believe that business grows through relationships built on Know–Like–Trust. Our meetings are structured, engaging, and focused on helping members become the answer when someone asks: “Do you know a great professional who can help with this?” **These meetings bring together entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders who understand that:** • If you have time to breathe, you have time to network • Quantity has a quality of its own • Consistent weekly engagement creates powerful referral relationships **During the meeting you will experience:** ✅ Structured professional introductions ✅ Referral opportunities and warm introductions ✅ Insight from high-level professionals across industries ✅ Accountability and business development momentum ✅ A welcoming but serious environment for professionals who want to grow Our multi-team format increases the energy and opportunity in the room by bringing together members from multiple Team Network teams—creating more connections, more introductions, and more opportunity for everyone involved. **👥 Visitors Welcome** Professionals who are not yet members of Team Network are invited to attend up to two meetings as a guest. After that, those who wish to continue are encouraged to apply for membership and claim their professional seat. **Team Network is designed for professionals seeking a long-term marketing and business development cornerstone for their business.** **Make this the year you Join the Team and Run with a Pack! 🐺🤝🇺🇸💪** **Thursdays \| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM \| Zoom** **Team Network MoCo Home Team** Bring your energy, bring your introductions, and come ready to grow.

🚀 Completely new: FREE TRAINING SESSION – Limited Seats! Agenda:-: AI is transforming the roles of Scrum Masters, Project Managers & Product Owners/managers. Are you ready for the future? Join this exclusive session to learn: 👉🏼 The State of Enterprise AI ❓ 👉🏼 Where to focus for real measurable outcomes from AI ❓ 👉🏼 How AI and Agile work together (insights from industry leaders like - SAM ALTMAN) ❓ 👉🏼 How Scrum Master, PM & PO roles are evolving ❓ 👉🏼 Key insights from McKinsey & World Economic Forum on the future of work 👉🏼 How to transform yourself and become future-ready ❓ 👉🏼 How can i become an exceptional Leader ❓ 🎯 Perfect for: Scrum Masters, PMs, Product Owners/Managers, Agile Coaches & Tech Leaders ⚠️ Limited seats. 👉 Register now and secure your spot! ENROLL: [https://www.theagileforum.com/scrum-master-productowner-webinar](https://www.theagileforum.com/scrum-master-productowner-webinar) 📞 Have questions? Contact us via WhatsApp: [https://wa.me/+13322662360?text=Hi_Scrum_meetup](https://wa.me/+13322662360?text=Hi_SAFe_training_meetup) Don't miss this opportunity to accelerate your Agile career! #Scrum #ScalingAgile #SAFe #AgileCoaching #CareerGrowth #FreeWebinar

Are you tired of pouring money into social media, ads, or websites without seeing a real return on your investment? For many small business owners in the DMV area, marketing feels like an overwhelming guessing game of trial and error. It’s easy to get stuck making common mistakes that drain your budget while leaving you with empty pipelines. If you want to scale your business in today’s environment, you don't need heavy corporate theory—you need simple, consistent systems that drive real, measurable traffic. The Effective Management Association (EMA DC) invites you to a powerful, interactive workshop designed to take the guesswork out of your growth. Our community of local entrepreneurs and executives is coming together to learn how structured management principles, paired with real-world administrative technology, can bring predictability to your marketing. Following an overwhelming response to his previous presentation, marketing expert Hans Hillestad is returning by popular demand for an expanded, 2-hour live seminar. This is your opportunity to connect with fellow local business owners, share experiences, and walk away with an actionable strategy to command true control over your business growth. ### **What We Will Cover:** * **Consistent Marketing Outflow:** How to implement simple administrative habits to ensure your business is always promoting, no matter how busy you get. * **Small Budget Advertising:** The exact "do's and don'ts" of navigating paid ads, social media, and SEO without overspending. * **High-Conversion Follow-Up Systems:** Reliable structures to ensure the leads you generate actually turn into paying clients. * **Visibility That Works:** Practical ways to build local social media visibility that translates to real-world business traffic. ### **Who Should Join Us:** * Washington DC metro area small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to scale. * CEOs, executives, and managers wanting tighter operational control over their marketing pipelines. * Startup founders looking for proven, practical frameworks to establish their brand. * Any local professional eager to network, share wins, and collaborate with a sharp peer community. ### **Agenda Outline:** * **11:00 AM - 11:15 AM:** Community Networking & Refreshments (Arrive early to grab a drink, meet fellow DC business owners, and secure your seat! Please note: Attendees must arrive no later than 11:15 AM.) * **11:15 AM - 1:00 PM:** Main Presentation & Interactive Q&A with Hans Hillestad ### **How to Join:** Spaces are strictly limited to ensure a high-value, interactive experience for all attendees. Click **RSVP** today to save your spot and take the next step toward mastering your business expansion! ##

Hi friends, Thank you all for joining our discussion events over the past two years. It's very fun and rewarding for the community. Sadly, I've decided to step down as the group organizer by the end of June due to other commitments, so this celebration lunch will be the last event I organize for this group. I will still be around, but I just won't be able to organize any events in the future. Also, if you are interested in taking over as the organizer for this group, please reach out to me. Thanks.

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

Where innovation meets practicality. Join us in **Washington DC** for our **immersive event** featuring dynamic, audience-driven demonstrations showcasing the groundbreaking features of our software. We'll cover a wide range of topics, from Manufacturing and Accounting to Inventory Management, Sales/CRM, and eCommerce, as we **delve into the capabilities of Odoo 19**. Discover how it can transform your business processes and support your journey towards digital transformation! Attend for FREE -[ ](https://www.odoo.com/r/gO9)**[Register now!](https://www.odoo.com/r/gO9)** For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to us at ellee@odoo.com

Title: Quantum Computing for Business (Exploring Opportunities Available Today) Date: June 27 2026 Saturday Noon - 14:00 EDT Summary: Big media reports that current quantum computers are not able to attack business problems at scale. In Ron's experience, this is only about 95% true. He has found that certain types of quantum computers, specifically quantum annealers, are very good at solving constraint based optimization problems at business scale. This presentation will answer the question “What is quantum computing?” by comparing quantum computers to classical computers and describing the various types of quantum qubits. Ron 'll introduce what quantum computers can be used for and what they shouldn't be used for. Next, Ron will look at a number of quantum computing use cases that are currently available to businesses today. Finally, Ron ’ll present conclusions with a brief discussion of future hardware. There will be time for Q & A. Speaker: Ron has been fortunate to have worked in a broad range of technical disciplines during his career. Areas in which he developed expertise and innovative results include, digital hardware design, silicon functional architecture (chips), computer language compiler development, and medical software. Ron has recently immersed himself in quantum computing technologies and has obtained more than a dozen certificates across the quantum spectrum. These technologies include various hardware platforms, numerous quantum programming frameworks and quantum sensors. As a co-founder and CQTO of B2Quantum, Inc, Ron has served as a quantum computing Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a large pharma company. As a SME, he performed quantum computing use case analysis, strategic planning, budget guidance and risk analysis. Outside of the technical arena, Ron is a licensed pilot, certified open water SCUBA diver, bicyclist, wood worker and a once in a while artist.

Odoo Academy is a series of **one-day**, **FREE training** sessions where participants can learn directly from our **seasoned experts**. Master a specific **Odoo application** or delve into **industry-specific** functionalities. Join us in our **Washington DC** for hands on training in Odoo's Accounting app and take your business to the next level! Training will be given in **ENGLISH**. Lunch is **included**. Participants must bring their **OWN laptop** for the practical exercises. For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to us at ellee@odoo.com. [Register Here Now! ](https://www.odoo.com/r/gO9)**[\[](https://www.odoo.com/r/gO9)Limited Seats Available!]**

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/.

**The idea for this group is to build a community where men can gather together and build connections & learn and grow from each other.** How we start each meeting is by each of us checking in with our "roses and thorns" aka what are the good things and the bad things going on in your life recently? Then we will go into a topic discussion. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS** \*\*THERE WILL BE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR NO-SHOWS. IF YOU RSVP TO A MEETING AND FAIL TO SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE, YOU'LL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP. THIS IS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE GROUP\*\* 1. Confidentiality - EVERYTHING that is shared NEVER leaves this space so that this space remains safe and sacred. There is a zero tolerance policy for this. If a man is in violation of this, they will be permanently removed from the group. 2. Non-Judgement - we respect and honor every man’s truth so that we may receive the same from others. While we may not agree on everything, we commit to respecting every man’s perspectives and engaging in honorable discussion with one another. 3. Be committed - honor your commitment to this group and to yourself. If you attend a meeting, please commit yourself fully to the meeting. Also be committed to your own journey. When we fail, we own it & clean it up. 4. Speak from the heart - this is NOT a space to “look good”, have the “right” answers, and have it all together. Relax and know you are not alone. Be exactly who you are within the safety of this space. 5. Be supportive - This means always willing to provide encouragement to your fellow men, encourage action and momentum in each other’s lives.. Be willing to challenge each other. Be willing to hold each other accountable. 6. Participation - what you receive from this community will be a reflection of what you put into it. Period. We ask that you share your perspectives, reflect on others, and give/receive support when and where it’s needed.

We're planning a hands-on technical session focused on building AI solutions in ServiceNow - think skills, agents, and real-world use cases. If you’re curious about AI on the platform, RSVP now and stay tuned for more details. Let's build together!

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD

Grab a drink or some food and get to know each other. This is our first event and we can take it slow. I’d love to meet everyone and hear if there’s anything you like to get out of the group. Looking forward to meeting you all!

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com