Entrepreneurship

**Building AI Products That Matter** explores what it really takes to turn AI ideas into products that create real business impact. Join us for an honest discussion on moving beyond experimentation, identifying meaningful problems, validating outcomes, and building AI solutions that scale in production. Expect practical insights, lessons learned, and real-world perspectives from teams actively delivering AI products. **🔹 Talk 1: Building AI Into Products: Why Some Efforts Fail Before They Begin** AI is rapidly becoming a core part of modern products, with teams increasingly able to add powerful capabilities in a matter of days. When done well, it can unlock entirely new user experiences, drive efficiency, and create meaningful competitive advantage. But while the technology has never been more accessible, successfully integrating it into real products requires more than just plugging in a model. Many teams move quickly to add AI features without first addressing the underlying foundations — particularly data quality and workflow design. The result is often inconsistent outputs, low adoption, and systems that struggle to deliver real value at scale. In practice, AI tends to amplify the strengths and weaknesses of the environment it operates in, making these prerequisites critical. **Speaker:** [Cathal Ó Riain](https://ie.linkedin.com/in/cathal-o-riain-298b8a1), Director of Data Products at Cubic³ Through roles with Accenture, Aon, Flutter and Cubic, Cathal has experience building and scaling data-driven products and AI-enabled systems in enterprise environments. In this talk, he explores the key foundations required to effectively integrate AI into products — from preparing high-quality data to embedding AI into processes where it can genuinely add value — along with practical lessons on how to set AI initiatives up for success from the outset. **🔹 Talk 2: The Customer Insights Stack: What It Really Takes to Build (And When You Shouldn't)** Every company sits on a huge amount of customer insight data - call recordings, support tickets, sales conversations - that rarely gets revisited. At the same time, building internal AI tooling has never been easier, leading many teams into a “build everything” mindset. But when building becomes cheap, deciding what’s actually worth building becomes the real challenge. Teams often end up with fragmented tools that don’t scale, are difficult to maintain, and fail to deliver clarity or adoption. **Speaker:** [Richard Blythman](https://ie.linkedin.com/in/richardblythman), Co-Founder & CEO of Naptha AI Richard has experience building both custom enterprise solutions and scalable productized platforms in this space. In this talk, he explores the spectrum from lightweight AI workflows using Claude Code to fully productionized customer insight systems, including the trade-offs, investment considerations, and performance comparisons against custom-built solutions. **What to Expect:** * **Interactive Q&A:** Bring your toughest product challenges; our speakers are ready for your questions. * **Networking:** As always, we’ll have plenty of food and drinks to fuel the conversation. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new people from Dublin’s product community. **⚠️ RSVP & Check-in Information** Please RSVP **only if you can attend in person.** **Transport:** The venue is easily accessible via the Green Luas Line, with direct access from Dublin City Centre. Thursday, Jun 25 · 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM IST Cubic³ Office Dublin · The Hive, Carmanhall Road, Sandyford Industrial Estate, Dublin 18, D18 Y2C9 See you soon! [Sima](https://www.linkedin.com/in/simaban/), [Anna](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-savelieva/), [Elham](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elham-hesaraki/), [Antonella](https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonellabettati/)

Join us for a relaxed evening of badminton and picnic vibes in Herbert Park 🏸🌿 Arrival is flexible from 19:00. We’ll play some casual badminton, frisbee and hang out while enjoying the sunshine together. ☀️ Bring snacks or drinks for the picnic if you’d like. DM me for the exact location in the park on the day. There’s a €5 host contribution, payable by Revolut or cash. This helps cover the time involved in organising, hosting, and keeping the group running.

Welcome to lockpicking at Tog. Join us as we teach the various methods of picking and bypassing common locks in Ireland. All equipment provided. Warm clothes reccomended as the heating isnt the best.

Are you a tech support engineer, IT manager or CTO and want to have a clear understanding of how to build a classification-first data security posture that scales with your organisation OR how to close the gap between your data security policies and the reality of how your users - **and your AI tools** \- are actually working with data today?? Then this event is for you! Come join Stackand.Co at their monthly Tech Pro Ireland event on the evening of Thursday 25th June with special guest, Microsoft MVP in Security, Tushar Kumar. Check out the talks and reserve your free seat here.... [https://ti.to/tech-pro-ireland/266-tech-pro-ireland](https://ti.to/tech-pro-ireland/266-tech-pro-ireland)

Hello Everyone! Let's read something before coming to the event. It can be a few pages from a book, an article, a poem, an advertisement, a joke, a recipe, a quote, social media content - anything you find interesting. We meet and chat about it, as a starting point of conversation. Please feel free to bring books :)

**Need a gentle midweek reset? Bring a book, enjoy some quiet reading, and meet new people in a warm, curated setting at Ruby Molly.** **Entry is €7, payable on arrival by cash or card.** Join Quality Time Dublin for a cosy evening of books, conversation, and calm connection. This is a low-pressure social event for people who want a softer kind of night out — somewhere to unwind, read, and chat with like-minded people in a relaxed, welcoming space. Come solo or bring a friend, settle in with your book, and enjoy an evening that starts quietly and opens naturally into friendly conversation. Whether you’re hoping to meet new people, get back into reading, or simply enjoy some quality time away from the usual routine, this is a lovely way to spend a Wednesday evening. Please bring: * A book you’re currently reading, or one you’ve been meaning to start. * Yourself, and a willingness to enjoy a calm, friendly atmosphere. If you’ve been craving a social event that feels thoughtful rather than overwhelming, this is for you. **Dublin deserves more Quality Time.** Let's make it a habit together. 📵✨ **Love, Maja & Lexie** 🦄🦆📚\* (The Quality Time Team)\*

\*\*\*WhatsApp Catherine on 087 9320165 to book, ask a question and get the exact class location\*\*\* Take a peaceful pause in the middle of your week with Lunchtime Relaxation in the beautiful surroundings of Fernhill Park & Gardens. This gentle outdoor session combines calming breathwork, mindfulness, and an immersive sound bath experience to help you reset both mentally and physically. Surrounded by nature, birdsong, trees and fresh air, you’ll be guided through simple grounding practices before settling into deep relaxation with soothing therapeutic sounds from crystal singing bowls, chimes, drum and other sound healing instruments. This class is designed to help reduce stress, calm the nervous system, and create space to slow down and reconnect with yourself during a busy week. No experience is needed — just come as you are. \- Gentle Breathwork \- Mindfulness \- Outdoor Sound Bath \- Nervous System Relaxation Time to Rest, Restore & Reconnect Fernhill Park & Gardens Every Thursday \| 1:00–2:00pm €10 per session Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, cushion, eye covering, optional hot water bottle, and anything else you need to stay warm and comfortable outdoors. To ask a question or book your spot and get the exact class location, contact Catherine on 087 932 0165. Payment through Revolut is preferred where possible.

Can we love without clinging? What are the powers and limitations of art? For our next Alternative Friday Night, come delve into the underworld as we tell the into the classical story of Orpheus and Eurydice. \*\*\* Alternative Friday Night is a relaxed, alcohol-free evening for under-30s who want a different way to spend their Friday night. Instead of drinking and partying, we come together for storytelling, music, and meaningful conversation in a warm, welcoming space. If you’re aged 18–30 and looking to connect with others, share ideas, listen deeply, or express yourself creatively, this evening is for you. No experience with Buddhism is required — just an openness to conversation and connection. Join us at the Dublin Buddhist Centre for an informal night of music, stories, and conversations that matter. Alternative Friday Night runs once a month on a Friday evening. Come as you are, bring a friend, or just drop in and see what unfolds. All our Under-30 events are offered free of charge but you might consider [making a donation](https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/regular-donation/) to help us to continue to provide these kinds of events.

**Note:** This event may be cancelled due to weather conditions. Please check this page 90mins before the event to see any updates. Join this Improv workshop for an afternoon filled with fun! You don't need any acting/stage experience to join us. It is meant for beginners and improvers. **What we will do:** *Group exercises to warm up and feel safe playing - Play improvised scenes Each person has their own way of improvising, of playing characters, that are fun for an audience to watch and fun to play. Maybe the mind, with its judgment and fear, is now hiding this part of you. The goal of our workshops is to unlock that part of you by providing a safe environment and the tools to improvise. **About the Location:** We are meeting at the Iveagh Gardens; next to the fountain behind the rose garden (search for a grey bike with brown saddle). There are two entrances, one on Clonmel Street and one on hatch street upper. **About the fees:** 10 EUR per person. Please pay the organizer at the event. We accept cash/revolut/paypal. Check out: [https://activesocialconnections.com/](https://activesocialconnections.com/) for more events!

Do you understand French but struggle to speak naturally when it’s time to respond? Join a relaxed French conversation group (online) where we use real French conversations as a way to practise speaking French in a natural and structured way. This is not a traditional lesson. It’s a guided conversation space where you practise speaking through real-life content. ## 📰 This session’s topic : **Docteur Love** 💘 In this session, we will work with a short audio extract from a French radio show, where a love coach gives relationship advice live on air. What makes this extract especially interesting is that the coach speaks very naturally — with hesitations, pauses, filler words like *euuuh* and *bah*, just like in real spoken French. You’ll get exposed to authentic French as it is actually spoken by native speakers, not polished scripted French. ## 🎥 BEFORE THE SESSION Before the meetup, you will watch a short 1-minute French video clip. This video will give you key vocabulary and context, so you feel more comfortable speaking during the session. You will also receive a few simple comprehension questions to help you prepare your ideas. ## 💬 DURING THE MEETUP (ONLINE) We will use this content as a starting point for discussion and speaking practice. You will be guided through conversation activities to help you : You will be guided through conversation activities to help you : * Define and describe concepts in French (for example what is love? what makes a healthy relationship?). * Give advice and recommendations naturally. * Express your opinions about relationships and emotions. * Justify your ideas and explain your reasoning. You don’t need perfect French — the goal is to speak and build confidence. ## 🗣️ ACTIVITY FORMAT The session will include : group discussion based on the video guided speaking questions interactive conversation practice a final speaking activity / role-play based on the scenario ## 🎯 WHAT YOU WILL IMPROVE By the end of the session, you will have practised how to: speak more spontaneously in French understand and react to real French content build confidence when expressing ideas move from “I understand” to “I can respond” ## 🌿 ATMOSPHERE This is a supportive, low-pressure environment. Mistakes are welcome and part of the learning process. The goal is communication, not perfection. ## 👥 LEVEL Intermediate French learners (you should already understand basic French and be able to form simple sentences). ## ⭐ FREE EVENT – FEEDBACK APPRECIATED This is a free session, and your feedback is very important for me as I build these conversation groups. At the end of the meetup, I’ll kindly ask participants to leave a short review about their experience — it really helps others decide whether to join future sessions. ## 📩 Feel free to join or message me if you have any questions

Let's have some fun and exercise our creative muscles with some relaxed urban photography around Dublin's College Green. We'll meet at **Trinity LUAS stop** at **12:30**, from where we'll spend a couple of hours exploring the Trinity College campus and surrounding streets. The area should offer plenty of inspiration in terms of a variety of buildings and compelling street scenes.

A phone free night to connect with others, create, read, write, relax or just chill. No technology and lots of things to do. A phone-free night in Dublin city centre to slow down and spend time offline. It's a €3 entry but **free for all Meetup members,** just show you're part of the group at the door :) Come along for an easygoing evening of reading, making, chatting, relaxing, or just having a break from screens for a few hours. No phones, no notifications, no pressure to do anything in particular. The welcome event is taking place in a mystery venue near Temple Bar and will only be sent to ticket holders. We’ll have a large upstairs space with light background music and plenty of room to settle in however you feel like. Attendees are encouraged to come alone as we want people to meet others. There’ll be collage materials, paper, pens, magazines, and drawing supplies available throughout the night. Bring a book if you’ve been meaning to read. Start a collage. Draw. Journal. Meet someone new. Come with friends or come on your own. You’re welcome to chat with people or keep to yourself. Both are equally encouraged. This is simply a space to switch off for a while and enjoy being present, around other people doing the same. ### On the night • Collage materials and magazines • Paper, pens and drawing materials • Space to read, write or journal • Bring your own book • Light background music • Plenty of seating • A relaxed, phone-free atmosphere Come unwind with us. **Everyone is welcome but our policy is 22+ for all Unplugged Club events** , in the future we will be doing events for younger people too :) NOTE: We will be taking photos and videos at this event. (I know, phone free but we need to get some content for our new club :) **The Unplugged Club**

Create your own resin earrings in Dublin! Join my hands-on workshop and design unique, handmade pieces from scratch. No experience needed — just creativity and good vibes 💫 🎨 Limited spots available!

Moonlight, Sea Air, and Good Company: An Evening at Dollymount Beach. Singles only. ‼️[Eventbrite tickets required, click here](https://datingbar.ie/special-events/)‼️ 🌕 A moonlit walk along **Dollymount Beach** with wide-open views across Dublin Bay. The Bull Island at its best, **lit by a full moon**. Cool sea air, steady footsteps on the sand, and moonlight on the water—an easy, natural setting for a night to remember. 💘It doesn’t go much more romantic than this! Well… maybe it does. But that part is up to you. **We write Chapter 1, YOU write Chapter 2.** Along the way, you’ll get to know other singles through easy chats. A hot drink will be waiting to warm your hands. This isn’t speed dating, it’s relaxed, unstructured, and a little bit special. A chance to connect naturally, share a few laughs, and enjoy an evening that feels genuinely different. **This event is for age group 40s to mid 50s. There is also a group for under 40s, starting at a different time the same day. If you are interested in joining, please see FAQ and the website.** **Exact location of the meeting point** will be sent to you a day before the event. Check the email used for booking, including the spam box. **Warm clothes are strongly advised**. ‼️[Get a Ticket](https://datingbar.ie/special-events/)‼️ \*\*\* By joining this event, you accept that Dating Bar and its team are not responsible for any injuries, illnesses, accidents, or damages, and you waive any related claims. By joining this event, you agree that photos, videos, and recordings may be taken and used for promotional purposes by Dating Bar. If you prefer not to appear, please let the organisers know and we will do our best to respect your wishes.

🤖 **Create a Working AI Agent – OpenClaw Workshop** Create a working AI agent from your browser in one session. No prior coding needed. ⚠️ Register via the link below to secure your place — RSVP won't do it. ### [🔗 CLAIM YOUR PLACE](https://aiventurelab.org/product/OpenClawMasterclass?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What you get: - A real, working AI agent by the end of the session - A browser-based setup you can use immediately - Hands-on experience building AI workflows from scratch *Don't just use AI. Build it.* 🤖

🛒 **AI Store on Autopilot – eCommerce Blueprint** Let AI handle product research, ads, and fulfilment while you scale. ⚠️ RSVP won't hold your spot. Complete registration via the link below. ### [🔗 REGISTER NOW](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AIEcommerce?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll build: - A store setup strategy that cuts setup time in half - Passive income streams you can scale fast - A repeatable blueprint that works from day one *Your automated store. Running 24/7.* 🛒

🚀 **Launch Your Remote Career Fast – Remote Ready Bootcamp** Land remote income streams that work from any city, timezone, or country. ⚠️ Your seat is only confirmed once you complete registration below. ### [🔗 REGISTER NOW](https://aiventurelab.org/product/RemoteReadyBootcamp?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What's included: - Multiple income streams you can run from anywhere - Tools and tactics for landing remote clients fast - A 14-day action plan with daily tasks you can follow *14 days to freedom. Start here.* 🚀

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)

**[Official registration site --> https://luma.com/du41v0tg](https://luma.com/du41v0tg)** **[You must register and will receive an approval/confirmation](https://luma.com/du41v0tg).** We’re taking HustleBus from Columbus to **Black Tech Week in Cincinnati** for a high-signal, founder-only experience focused on community, collaboration, and momentum. ​ **Why Black Tech Week?** ​Black Tech Week is one of the best rooms in Ohio to meet builders, operators, investors, and ecosystem leaders. Expect meaningful connections, great energy, and programming that spotlights founders and what’s being built. ​ What’s included (thank you to our sponsors Huntington Bank, Burton D Morgan Foundation, and Lightship Foundation) * ​Founder-only HustleBus transportation (free) * ​**Black Tech Week ticket comped** for HustleBus participants (must register with code) * And much more! There are limited seats on the Hustle Bus, so if this sounds like something you want to get in on, register today * Learn more and Register here --> [https://luma.com/du41v0tg](https://luma.com/du41v0tg)

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

Get ready to connect, collaborate, and grow your community at the ***Smashing Your Sales Goals (SYSG) Fall Meet-N-Greet!*** *Smash Nation*— a vibrant and welcoming community for creative consultants, social innovators, professional service providers, entrepreneur support professionals, and the small business ecosystem builders —invites you to join in welcoming the Spring 2026 Cohort of dedicated business owners ready to take their venture to the next level. Join ***SYSG*** cohort members, trainers, sponsors, and partners for an engaging and interactive networking experience. This isn't just another meet-and-greet; it's a dynamic opportunity to gather, strengthen relationships, and actively brainstorm business development opportunities in a relaxed and supportive environment. Come ready to: * ***Connect*** with key players and potential collaborators in the small business community. * ***Share*** your successes, challenges, and insights with peers. * ***Brainstorm*** innovative strategies for sales and business growth. * ***Discover*** new partnerships and future partners. Let's amplify our collective impact and smash those sales goals together! **Who Should Attend:** Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025 Cohort Members, Spring 2026 Cohort members, Trainers, Facilitators, Program Sponsors, Future Sponsors, Velocity Applicants, and Program Partners. **When**: Tuesday, August 11, 2926 **Where**: Warner Wood Park and Pavilion [4747 Central College Road, Columbus, OH 43081](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Warner+Woods+Park+%26+Pavilion/@40.0999435,-82.8601323,839m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x88385f0025d4381b:0xc15eb51285691f4f!8m2!3d40.1002108!4d-82.8612015!16s%2Fg%2F11wb2pg50g?authuser=0&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwNS4yIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) **Time**: 4pm-6pm [To Officially Register Go To --> https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/W0CGLL8jvz4EkLNK5jav?notrack=true](https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/W0CGLL8jvz4EkLNK5jav?notrack=true) Meet ***Smashing Your Sales Goals*** expert trainers, sales coaches, community supporters and partners. Learn more about upcoming SYSG events, trainings coaching opportunities to help take your business from surviving to thriving today! This event is FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC!