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IBM x KI Park - The Intelligent Enterprise Stack | AI. Automation. Resilience.
**PLEASE REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE ON [LUMA](https://luma.com/72kv5zxm)**
Join IBM x KI Park for an afternoon exploring **how AI-driven automation enables scalable, resilient enterprise operations across the stack.**
Hear real use cases from leading organisations, exchange peer insights and connect with practitioners and solution builders.
**Why join:**
* Gain a better understanding of how AI-driven automation is reshaping business operations, security and enterprise resilience
* See how leading organizations move from AI adoption toward autonomous workflows across the enterprise stack
* Learn how to scale intelligent automation in complex, growing tech ecosystems
* Discuss how operating models and collaboration evolve around automation
* Share challenges, compare approaches and gain practical lessons from peers
**Agenda**
* 14:00 – 15:00 **Registration & Coffee**
* 15:00 – 15:45 **Opening keynotes**
* Dr. Florian Schutz, Managing Director, KI Park
* **The Enterprise Complexity Ceiling: Why the Tech Stack Isn’t Getting Smaller, A discussion of AI-infused Automation to the architecture of organizations** by Sebastian Grodzietzki, Principal DACH Automation Developer Ecosystems Leader & DACH Quantum Ambassador Leader, IBM
* 15:45 – 17:30 **Case perspectives & peer insights**
* "**Building Autonomous Networks: From AI Potential to Value**" by [Karim Kotobi,](https://www.linkedin.com/in/karimkotobi/) Vodafone, Global Digital Product and Transformation Leader
* "**Why MCP is Only the Plumbing: Building the Contextual Foundation for AI Agents**" by [Bastian Maiworm](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bastianmaiworm/?locale=de), Amber Tech, Co-founder
* "**Rethinking SaaS Engineering: How Small Teams Run and Evolve Enterprise-scale Systems in the AI era**" [Matthias Heicke](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthiasheicke/), CTO / Co-Founder, Sweap.io
* 17:30 – 18:10 Fishbowl Discussion – Audience participation/Interactive
* 18:10 – 19:30 Networking & Drinks
**Who should attend**
* Tech decision-makers across the enterprise stack
* Platform, product and engineering leaders
Limited seats. Free event · An RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee participation. To attend, registratation via [LUMA](https://luma.com/72kv5zxm) is required. Only confirmed participants will be admitted and will receive a confirmation email.
We look forward to welcoming you to the event!
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*By registering for this event, you agree that your registration data will be shared with KI Park and IBM for the purpose of event organisation, communication related to the event and relevant follow-up. Each organisation will process your data in accordance with their respective privacy policies. KI Park ([https://kipark.de/datenschutzhinweise/](https://kipark.de/datenschutzhinweise/?utm_source=luma)), IBM ([https://www.ibm.com/de-de/privacy](https://www.ibm.com/de-de/privacy?utm_source=luma)).*
Pitch & Feedback for founders & freelancers
**Join Pitch & Feedback, a focused session designed for builders who want real, actionable input on their ideas.**
This event brings together founders, freelancers, and curious minds in a structured format where selected participants present their ideas and receive direct feedback from the group. Whether you're refining an MVP (Minimum valuable product or service), validating a concept, or preparing to launch, this is a space to test your thinking with others who are building as well.
How it works:
* 6–8 selected presenters
* Each gets 5 minutes to pitch + 10 minutes of structured feedback
* Audience members contribute insights, questions, and suggestions
Who should attend:
* Presenters: founders, freelancers, or anyone working on an idea who wants honest feedback
* Viewers: people interested in startups, product thinking, or networking with builders
What you get:
* Direct, constructive feedback on ideas
* Exposure to different projects and perspectives
* Opportunities to connect with potential co-founders, collaborators, or early supporters
We will film the pitches and share the recordings with presenters (optional, only if they agree).
This is not a passive meetup. It is a working session built around clarity, feedback, and meaningful connections.
Session Details:
* **📅 Thursday, 28.05.2026**
* **🕕 18:00 – 20:00**
* 📍 CI Space
* Hosts: Erik & Belinda
Limited spots for presenters. Register early if you want to pitch.
This is how you save your spot:
AS VIEWER:
Just hit 'Join' here on Meetup and come along in person on the 28th : )
SIGN UP AS PRESENTER:
1\. hit the join button here on Meetup
2\. IMPORTANT: open the following FORM to hand in your pitch\.
This helps us to get everything planned and you get a confirmation if your presenting spot is confirmed.
Click or copy this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_ymogzg8FaHIpUqcOHS9pRXLVVC9InPkdJ74jjHUQ_km8iw/viewform
Any questions, please reach out.
Looking forward to your pitches & participation!
Belinda & Erik
Meet & Connect: Neue Freundschaften in Berlin (Workshop)
Potenzielle Freunde kennenlernen & das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung erfahren.
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**💶 Eintritt: 13-20 Euro (nach eigenen Möglichkeiten)**
**🥇 Sichere Dir Deinen Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite)](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/meet-connect-neue-freundschaften-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1985679305255).**
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**Schluss mit Einsamkeit & Langeweile: In angenehmer Atmosphäre Menschen kennenlernen & das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung erfahren.**
Menschen mit guten Freunden leben länger, glücklicher & gesünder. Außerdem machen gute Freundschaften einfach Spaß.
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Manche sagen: "Es ist schwierig, in Berlin feste Freunde zu finden." Berlin - die Stadt der tausend Möglichkeiten ... das kenne ich auch. Deshalb gibt es diesen Workshop.
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**🚀 Dann machen wir einen Workshop!**
1. Maximal 40 Personen
2. Eine leichte Moderation führt durch den Abend
3. Wir lernen uns kennen und haben Spaß.
4. Wer mag, trifft sich wieder.
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Lass Dich überrauschen, wie vertraut es sich nach 3 Stunden anfühlt - als ob man sich schon lange kennt.
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**⏰ Die Tür ist offen ab 18:45 Uhr. Bitte sei pünktlich.**
* Der Workshop fängt 19:00 Uhr an. Sei am besten 18.45 Uhr da.
* Mantel aufhängen, Platz suchen, auf Toilette gehen, eine Runde schwatzen & los ...
* Nach 18:59 Uhr kein Einlass mehr, weil der Workshop begonnen hat.
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**🔱 5 Jahre Arbeit - 1 Workshop**
Fünf Jahre habe ich geforscht & ausprobiert, wie Menschen Freunde werden & was die Magie der Freundschaft ausmacht. Dieser Abend ist das Ergebnis.
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Praxisnahe, schnell umsetzbare Tipps, die Du schnell in den Alltag umsetzen kannst. Kleine Happen Theorie. - Und vor allem: Kennenlernen & Spaß haben. Wir probieren einfach miteinander aus.
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Eine Teilnehmerin sagte mal zu mir: "Georg, das Zeug wirkt!"
Was soll ich sagen?: "Stimmt. Ich hoffe doch! Dazu ist es da."
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Stell Dir vor: Ein Raum voll mit angenehmen Menschen, die Lust auf echte Freundschaften haben. Das gibt es in Berlin.
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**🌞 Weitere Angebote**
Freundschaft lebt vom Wiedersehen, vom Kennenlernen und von Tiefe.
Deshalb gibt es zahlreiche Angebote bei Abenteuer Freundschaft: Workshops, Wanderungen, Ausflüge, Spaziergänge, Frauen-Abende, Männer-Abende sowie Workshops zu Persönlichkeitentwicklung & Kommunikation.
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Für ein gutes Leben mit angenehmen Menchen. Bis es Klick macht & die richtigen Freundschaften entstanden sind.
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**🏠 Der Veranstaltungsraum**
* Wir haben einen wunderschönen Raum im Prenzlberg - im Life Artist Creators Hub
* Gut mit Öffis zu erreichen
* Schönhauser Allee (Ringbahn, U2, M1), Eberswalder Straße (U2, M10, M12)
* Vor Ort ist alles ausgeschildert. Der Veranstaltungsort ist im Hinterhof. Die Schilder haben ca. A4-Größe.
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**🎒 Bring das bitte mit:**
* Etwas zu trinken (z.B. deine Wasserflasche, **keinen** Alkohol)
* Wenn Du magst: Zettel und Stift für eigene Notizen.
* Du solltest satt sein und vorher gegessen haben
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**😲 Ehemalige Teilnehmer/innen:**
"Ich hatte Schwierigkeiten in Berlin anzukommen. Früher war es immer easy, hier viel es mir schwer Freunde zu finden. Bei Deiner Veranstaltung haben wir uns kennengelernt. Jetzt sind wir ein Freundeskreis. Ich hätte das nicht mehr geglaubt!"
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"Ich bin ein bunter Hund & habe viele Bekannte. Doch wie gute Schritte zu echten Freundschaften macht, das hast Du mir gezeigt."
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"Ich war nervös, ob ich wirklich kommen soll. Was sind da für Leute? Mit wem verstehe ich mich? Nach einer halben Stunde war mir klar: Gute Freunde sind gleich. Ich muss mich nicht mit jedem verstehen. Allein für die Methoden hat es sich gelohnt. Dankeschön!"
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"So schnell im Deep Talk miteinander. Interessant! Das hat Spaß gemacht."
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**👋🏽 Get in touch & stay in touch:**
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**✈ Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)**
für Events, Workshops & Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Freundschaftsforschung (Überschriften)
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**✉ Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung. Oft schreibe ich seltener, nämlich nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt.
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**🔥 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften**
Seit 2020 forsche ich, was echte Freundschaften ausmacht. "Die 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften" sind mein bestes Zwischenergebnis. Du erhältst das eBook kostenlos mit dem Newsletter: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
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**🎭 Meet-Up-Gruppe:** [https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/](https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/)
Hier bist Du schon: Workshops, Spaziergänge, Wanderungen, Treffen, Eislaufen, Eisbaden, Männer-Abende, Freundinnen-Workshops, Sonntagsausflüge
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🌎 **Mehr über mich und Abenteuer Freundschaft:**
Meine Webseite mit viel Freundschafts-Wissen: [www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](http://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de)
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**🚀 Einige Highlights zum Freundschafts-Wissen:**
* [Welche Freunde passen zu mir?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/welche-freunde)
* [Wie schnell entsteht Freundschaft?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-schnell-entsteht-freundschaft)
* [Wie viele Freunde braucht man? Wie viele Freunde sollte man haben?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-viele-freunde)
After-Work Social: Drink & Draw
## A space where creativity flows, conversations open & ideas come to life.
Relax after work and step into a chill, social atmosphere designed for drawing, painting & connecting.
Whether You know it as *Drink & Draw*, *Sip & Paint*, or *Wine & Paint*, this experience brings together the best of art, people & good energy — all in one place.
Our sessions are perfect for all levels — whether You’re picking up a brush for the first time or already feel at home in art. With easy and encouraging guidance from our Creative Teachers,
You’ll create Your own artwork using pencils, acrylic paints and/or oil pastels, while enjoying a laid-back & inspiring environment.
Whether You’re coming with colleagues, meeting friends, planning a date, or simply taking a moment for Yourself after a long day — this is Your space to relax, connect &express Your creativity.
> Each session offers a new theme, fresh inspiration &the chance to take home something You created Yourself.
##### **INCLUDES:**
****All Materials (canvas, pencils, acrylic paints, oil pastels, brushes & more)
+ 2 glasses of wine / cocktail (2 × 200 ml)
or 2 Soft Drinks
& Water
##### **SIGN UP & TICKETS:**
****No registration needed. Simply come by & get Your ticket at the box office before the class.
LEVEL:
All levels
WHAT YOU NEED:
All materials provided (canvas, acrylic paints, oil pastels, brushes & more)
COSTS€28 General \| €5 for DNA\. Members
See You Soon :)
Love.
DNA.
💼🧠 Neurodivergent Co-working & Networking 💬🌈
This **coworking and networking** meetup is for neurodivergent people to get our tasks/projects/work done and to connect with other neurodivergent, whether for focus work or just finding someone who understands what you’re working on.
**PLEASE READ THE EVENT DESCRIPTION BELOW:**
So we can be self-accountable for our own comfort.
**Location:** Werkräume inside Humboldt Forum https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jw5totHbQadfsJsE8
The **exact area** of Werkräume where we cowork will be updated in the **pinned comment on the event page**, as it is a public space and we cannot reserve a specific spot.
**How to find Werkräume:**
* **If you are starting from the Front Desk:**
Find the large escalator behind the front desk. Go up to the 1st floor (one level above ground floor).
* **If you are starting from the Humboldt Bistro:** go to the other building. Find the escalator and go up to the 1st floor (one level above ground floor).
* **Final Destination:** On the 1st floor, look for the Werkräume sign.
**What to expect:**
* We usually use **[Pomodoro method](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique).** **When you are late** and the session has started, just take a seat and start working until break time.
* However, **feel free to work with how you are most comfortable with.** What's important is, we all become accountability buddies.
✨ **Notes:**
1. **This a public place so bring your sensory management tools (earphone, stim toys, etc).** We can´t control the environment if there are other groups having their activities.
2. **The Werkräume can't be reserved** so we will all help each other by occupying the seats.
3. The place has wifi, locker and toilet.
4. The space has power plugs, but only in specific areas. Please ensure your devices are charged before coming.
5. **Food & drink:** there is a Bistro but pricey. Feel free to bring your own. **IMPORTANT:** No eating in the Werkräume. Use the public visitor seating instead.
6. **Bring a coin for the locker.** Security may ask you to store bags in the lockers outside the Werkräume.
7. **PLEASE EDIT YOUR RSVP if you can't come.** This helps us better manage the coworking session. Your update is much appreciated.
8. **All organizers are volunteers who are neurodivergent individuals.** We ask you to **be kind to us** and for your **support in making the event an enjoyable** for everyone.
**Till then busy bees!**
Berlin Chili Fest: Spring Event
**Berlin Chili Fest: Spring Event**
Friday 29th (evening), Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st May 2026
Berlin’s biggest chili celebration is back! Explore hundreds of hot sauces from European and international makers, indulge in mouth-watering spicy food (vegan-friendly!), and sip local beers and cocktails while soaking up the electric atmosphere. With live music, a kids’ area, and the legendary Clifton Chili Club competition, there’s something for every spice lover—and the spice-curious!
**Tickets:**
Weekend Pass (all 3 days): 12€
Single Day Pass: 7€
Available in advance or at the door.
Tickets ; [https://chilifest.eu/event/berlin-chili-fest-spring-event/](https://chilifest.eu/event/berlin-chili-fest-spring-event/)
Well-behaved dogs are welcome, and this is a family-friendly event.
**Event Times:**
Friday 29th May 2026: 6pm – 10pm
Saturday 30th May 2026: 12pm – 10pm
Sunday 31st May 2026: 12pm – 10pm
**What to Expect:**
Spicy Market Stalls
International Hot Sauce
Fresh Chilis & Chili Plants
Beer Garden
Hot Sauce Tasting
Cocktails
Local Beer
Spicy Cabaret Show
Live Music
BBQ & Food Stalls
Vegan & Vegetarian Options
Kids Play Area
Chili Eating Competition
Clifton Chili Club
& Much more
**★★★★★ CHILI EATING COMPETITIONS ★★★★★**
Clifton Chili Club will host a fun chili eating competition open to everyone, with prizes and giveaways. As seen on Netflix “We Are the Champions,” Clifton Chili Club is the biggest chili YouTube channel with over 300 million views: [https://www.cliftonchilliclub.com/](https://www.cliftonchilliclub.com/)
If you would like to enter the Amateur Chili Eating Competition, please fill out this form: [https://chilifest.eu/amateur-chili-eating/](https://chilifest.eu/amateur-chili-eating/)
**★★★★★ BERLINS BEST HOMEMADE HOTSAUCE COMPITITION ★★★★★**
Bring your homemade hot sauce creations to be judged by our panel of experts, please follow this link for more information and the rules of entry : [https://chilifest.eu/berlins-best-homemade-hot-sauce/](https://chilifest.eu/berlins-best-homemade-hot-sauce/)
Prizes for the winners announced on stage on the Sunday at 6pm.
**★★★★★ SOCIAL MEDIA ★★★★★**
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@berlinchilifestival203](https://www.youtube.com/@berlinchilifestival203)
Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/berlinchilifest/](https://www.instagram.com/berlinchilifest/)
Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/BerlinChiliFest/](https://www.facebook.com/BerlinChiliFest/)
Twitter: [https://x.com/BerlinChiliFest](https://x.com/BerlinChiliFest)
**★★★★★ LOCATION ★★★★★**
Berliner Berg Brauerei
Treptower Str. 39, 12059 Berlin
[https://g.page/berlinerberg?share](https://g.page/berlinerberg?share)
**★★★★★ COMMUNITY ★★★★★**
group chat : [https://t.me/+V3W38VaYf4s2o6vN](https://t.me/+V3W38VaYf4s2o6vN)
VibeXchange After Work Sunset Night
Nur mit Einladung oder Club Mitglied (mit Begleitung)
Starter Mitglieder haben freien Eintritt und dürfen Gäste mitbringen, die müssen aber Eintritt zahlen. Diesen Link einfach weiterleiten.
Mitglieder der höheren Mitgliedschaften dürfen eine Person kostenlos mitbringen und haben freien Eintritt.
The Cosmopolitan Business Club
Cosmopolitan Sunset Business Club Night - VibeXchange
Radisson Collection Hotel-San Ena Restaurant
Important Notice:
Mitglieder kommen auch ohne Registrierung immer kostenlos rein, Platz garantiert. Registrierung bedeutet keine Einlassgarantie für Nicht-Club Mitglieder, das gilt auch für nur Community Mitglieder.
Nicht-Mitglieder(weder Community noch Club) die sich vorher bewerben & registrieren dürfen auch partizipieren aber wir schauen, wer zu uns passt, wir kuratieren!
Nicht-Club-Mitglieder (das schliesst auch Community Mitglieder mit ein, also Newsletter Empfänger) die sich nicht mind. Einen Tag vorher registriert haben und am Abend vorbeikommen zahlen 25€ Commitment Fee Pro Person.
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Members always get in for free, even without registering; a spot is guaranteed.
Non-members who apply and register beforehand can also participate for free, but we curate the event to ensure everyone is a good fit.
Non-members who haven't registered at least one day in advance and arrive in the evening will be charged a €25 commitment fee per person.
About the Event
The Cosmopolitan Business Club is a curated business lobby for international entrepreneurs, CEOs, creatives, influencers, UGC creators, business enthusiasts, travel lovers and AI-preneurs.
Music: Chill Out · Afro House, Nu Jazz
Strict Dress Code: Business Attire, Cocktail
What CBC Stands For
Our Code of Conduct
We live in a time where attention is declining, trust is eroding, and success is often pursued at the expense of integrity.
CBC exists to demonstrate the opposite.
CBC is a space where business and ethics belong together — proving that success is possible without sacrificing humanity or values.
Our Core Principles
Honesty
Reliability
Respect
Tolerance and global-mindedness
Zero discrimination (no racism, sexism, or exclusion of any kind)
Professional conduct and adherence to business standards
Integrity in dealing with contacts and leads
Responsibility toward the community
Openness to new business trends such as Influencing & AI
We are global citizens and commit to living these principles consistently — without moralizing, but with clarity.
Important Rules
The event is for connection and VibXchange.
You may of course introduce yourself and explain what you do.
Religion, politics and sexual topics are not discussed at CBC after-work events.
Inviting members of the CBC network into competing networks is considered unethical and will result in immediate exclusion from the club & the community.
Why We Ask You to Bring the Right People
CBC should grow — with the right energy and the right individuals.
You contribute by inviting people who:
share our values
think entrepreneurially
are open to meaningful exchange
like to have fun
Every recommendation strengthens the community.
Every new person expands our collective potential.
Our Commitment to You
We work day and night to build CBC:
marketing, partnerships, events, standards, branding and structure.
We invest time, resources and reputation because we deeply believe in this concept.
I personally stand behind CBC with my name and 25 years of international experience in the Travel, Yacht, Real Estate and Cybersecurity industries.
My goal is to create an international space where trust, fun, values and business opportunities come together in a warm non suppressed environment.
Join Us
Join us Thursday from 8:30 p.m. for a decisive moment of business exchange — where experiences, ideas and visions are shared.
CBC is one of Berlin’s most unique, elegant and dynamic business & Party societies.
Expect a night of glitz, meaningful conversations and good vibes.
Come dressed to impress and shine with your vision, motivation and hunger for innovation.
Occasionally, international music influences will enrich the atmosphere.
Feel free to bring trusted friends or business partners.
FAQ
Musik:
Chill Out · Afro House
Rechnung: Auf Wunsch erhaltet Ihr natürlich eine Rechnung, schreibt uns dazu an info@cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com.
Invoice: Of course, you will receive an invoice upon request; please write to us at info@cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com.
Strikter Dresscode:
Business, Cocktail.
Ein glamouröses After-Work verdient ein elegantes Outfit.
Herren: elegante Schuhe.
Damen: High Heels oder vergleichbar elegantes Schuhwerk.
Gesamtstil: elegant & chic.
Fragen gerne per Instagram:
👉 @cosmopolitan.business.club
Organisiert von Cosmopolitan Business Club UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Mit der Teilnahme erklärst Du Dich mit unseren AGB einverstanden und stimmst zu, dass Fotos und Videos zu Marketingzwecken verwendet werden.
FAQ
Music:
Chill Out · Afro House, Nujazz
Strict Dress Code:
Business Attire, Cocktail Style.
A glamorous after-work deserves an elegant appearance.
Gentlemen: elegant shoes.
Ladies: high heels or comparable elegant footwear.
Overall style: elegant & chic.
For questions, contact us on Instagram:
👉 @cosmopolitan.business.club
Legal Notice
Presented and organized by Cosmopolitan Business Club UG (haftungsbeschränkt).
By attending this event, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used for marketing and promotional purposes.
Terms & Conditions:
https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/terms-and-conditions
Privacy Policy (GDPR):
https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/privacy-policy
Social Enterprise Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
FUTURE PARENTS
Social picnic for singles (35+) who want kids and a family someday.
Future Parents Social is designed for single adults (35+) who are open to having a child in the future, whether through intentional co-parenting, a meaningful connection, a long-term relationship, or modern family building.
This social picnic welcomes open-minded people interested in genuine human connection in a relaxed and intentional atmosphere. The meeting is focused on thoughtful conversations with others who share similar values and future intentions.
Monbijoupark, Berlin
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Limited to a maximum of 16 participants
(up to 8 women and 8 men)
Advance payment required. More information and tickets via Eventbrite:
[https://www.eventbrite.de/e/future-parents-social-tickets-1990288767280](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/future-parents-social-tickets-1990288767280)
Due to the limited number of spots, reservations are confirmed only after payment.
Please bring your own snacks and drinks.
Languages: English, German, Spanish
Book Swap in Gleisdreieckpark 📚 – Social Butterfly Club 🦋
Bring a blanket, maybe a drink or snack, and 3–5 books you’d like to pass on, and spend a relaxed Sunday afternoon with fellow readers at the Gleisdreieck Park.
Novels, philosophy books, poetry, comics, forgotten favorites — in any language — everything is welcome. Maybe you’ll leave with fewer books — or more. Both are part of the adventure.
This is not a formal market or networking event — just a cozy little community gathering with books, conversations, and a bit of curiosity. Come browse, swap, chat, or simply enjoy the atmosphere on the grass.
Orga
The meetup will only take place when the **weather is good**. Please keep an eye on notifications.
This meetup is donation based. Your contribution helps keep this community alive and is highly appreciated. You can either contribute in cash or via Buy me a Coffee: [https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar](https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar)
Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs:
[https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/)
Meet your host
I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect.
Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/)
LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/)
About
The Social Butterfly Club 🦋 is a Berlin-based community that has been bringing people together for over three years. Each gathering is part of a larger framework designed to help friendships grow through shared experiences in the city — with a long-term vision of turning Berlin itself into a shared, playful experience.
Love the vibe?
There’s a whole community waiting for you. 🦋
Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together:
[https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/)
Poker Cash Game ♠️
Looking to unwind, meet fellow founders, and connect with others in the startup world? Join us for a casual evening of good food, great company, and a friendly **poker tournament** with a €5 entry and €10 re-buy, 5/10 cent blinds that increase by 10 cents every hour.
**What to Expect**
**7:00 – 7:30 PM:** Check in & Mingle
**From 7:30 PM:** Poker game begins (friendly competition, beginners welcome!)
🎟️ **€10 including Entry & Snacks + €10 Poker Chips to Play with, rebuy up €50.**
**Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a pro, a beginner, or just here to learn, we’ll divide tables based on experience. Please indicate your level with your name tag:**
**🟢 Green – No clue, here to learn**
**🟠 Orange – Beginner / Intermediate**
**🔴 Red – Advanced / Professional**
**✅ Spaces are limited, so claim your spot through this [SIGN UP FORM](https://forms.gle/QCjXZXioTk5V4wTh9)**
**and [Join the WhatsApp Group Founders & Startups Poker Night ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HZqJkAGiXQ51GECyLiQohZ)[♠️](https://chat.whatsapp.com/C02KYYSMS8cGgKocAoOhkk) where I will be sharing more details later**
Coworking at Alexanderplatz
Today we are working in a beautiful location at Alexanderplatz with desks, power sockets, free WiFi, available food/drinks and air conditioning. We will be working on the second floor of the building with a beautiful view of the Fernsehturm.
NOTE: We don't share the venue location publicly. Find out where it is by joining our Telegram chat group: **[https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly)**
😴 Tired of working by yourself?
🌡️ Too hot or too cold to work at home?
🍫 Contents of your fridge or the laundry distracting you?
💻 Come join other freelancers and remote workers for coworking!
☕️ There are no membership requirements, free WiFi, some power sockets, a large desk, some affordable coffee, toasted sandwiches and drinks!
⏰ We'll be there from the start time, but feel free to stop by any time.
• WHAT TO BRING •
Whatever you need to work on your own project / tasks :)
• QUESTIONS? •
Join our Telegram chat group to ask any questions:
[https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly)
• MORE EVENTS? •
To have more events, we need more organisers. If you would like to help out, please get in touch [😀](https://emojipedia.org/grinning-face/)
Africa Day 2026 in Berlin
**Move Capital. Move Talent. Move Africa.**
Africa is the youngest continent on earth.
By 2050, 1 in 5 people globally will be African.
Yet African startups still receive less than 1% of global VC funding.
What is the real problem?
Is it time to tap into the estimated $95–100 billion USD in remittances sent by the diaspora?
This Africa Day, in partnership with the Westerwelle Foundation, which has just published The German–Africa Investment Report, we will go deep into the gaps to explore :
📈 How Africa’s startup ecosystem is growing
🌍 Which New markets are rising, and how to pay attention to them
💡 Which segments pose the greatest returns outside of FinTech
🤝 How to take the best next step as an investor, proven by research.
The event welcomes:
Founders, Investors, Operators, the diaspora, and Institutional partners looking to make their moves into the African Market with intention.
To our network members and partners who have been looking to make the move from remittances → to investment, from fragmented effort → to ecosystem building.
This event is for you.
Culminating from this event will be our delegation trip to #Nigeria and #Ghana in September in Collaboration with GITEX Nigeria and South Africa, and Namibia in November.
Move Africa.
#AfricaDay #AfricaRising #AfricanDiaspora #InvestInAfrica #AfricanInnovation #investment #funding # VC #Angelinvesting #African Excellence #Excellence #Leadership #FutureOfAfricaEvening Programme
**SCHEDULE**
18:30
Arrival
Networking reception
Guests arrive. No job titles on badges — just names and country of origin. The room begins to know itself before the panel starts.
19:00
Opening
Welcome & the diagnosis — 10 mins
The host frames the evening in plain language. Not a speech — a provocation. Four sentences stating the diagnosis. Then the panel takes the stage.
19:10
Panel · 50 mins
The conversation — moderated, flowing, unscripted
Four panellists. One moderator. The conversation moves through the diagnosis naturally — from the wealth gap, to the talent drain, to the trust deficit, to the intention trap. No fixed questions. The moderator's job is to keep the room honest and the conversation moving toward one inevitable question: so what do we do about it tonight?
20:00
Panel · Open floor
The room joins the conversation — 20 mins
Not a Q&A. The moderator selects three or four people in the room — pre-identified — to add their perspective. Brief, pointed contributions that deepen the diagnosis rather than repeat it. The panel responds. The room feels heard.
20:20
Break
Drinks — 20 mins
The panel comes off stage and into the room. Guests speak directly with panellists. The conversation continues informally — which means it deepens.
From expat to founder: Startup networking in Berlin
**From Expat to Founder: Startup Networking in Berlin**
❯ Are you an **international professional in Berlin** with a **startup** idea, entrepreneurial ambition, or an interest in the local startup ecosystem?
Join this in-person networking session at **the IamExpat Fair Berlin, hosted by Founder Institute Germany.**
❯ Register via the **IamExpat Fair website** to get access to the Fair and the networking event for free: [https://tinyurl.com/IamExpat](https://tinyurl.com/IamExpat)
❯ **Founder Institute** supports early-stage entrepreneurs in turning ideas into validated, fundable companies. This session is designed for expats and international residents who want to connect with like-minded people, explore startup opportunities in Berlin, and meet founders, mentors, advisors, and ecosystem partners.
Whether you already have a startup idea, are considering becoming a founder, or simply want to understand the Berlin startup scene better, this session is a good place to start.
❯ **Your hosts of the day:**
* [Kai Malkwitz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/malkwitz/)
* [Nikos Nakos](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikosnakos/)
❯ **Who should Attend?**
* Anyone interested in entrepreneurship and networking around it
* Anyone who has a pre-seed tech company or a startup idea
* Anyone interested in joining a startup accelerator
* Anyone who is looking for a cofounder or would want to join a startup as a cofounder
❯ **What is the Agenda?**
* Welcome and short introduction by Founder Institute Germany
* Guided startup networking for expats and international residents and people interested in entrepreneurship
* Exchange with other aspiring founders, early-stage entrepreneurs and startup ecosystem participants
❯❯ This is a live offline event at the IamExpat Fair Berlin.
To join the networking session and the fair for free, please register via the IamExpat Fair website:
[https://tinyurl.com/IamExpat](https://tinyurl.com/IamExpat)
❯❯ To join our upcoming Founder Institute program in October 2026, you can apply here: [https://fi.co/Germany](https://fi.co/Germany)**.** For more information about the investors, accelerators, incubators, and [tech events available in Berlin](https://fi.co/events/berlin), see our [list of Startup Resources](https://fi.co/startup-resources).
**About IamExpat:**
IamExpat is a leading English-language media platform for internationals in Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland. Founded and run by expats, IamExpat provides practical information, news, job listings, housing services, events and lifestyle content for the international community.
The IamExpat Fair Berlin brings together expat-friendly companies, service providers, workshops and networking opportunities in one place, on one day. The 2026 edition takes place at Estrel Berlin and is designed to help international residents connect with the people, services and opportunities they need to build their lives and careers in Germany.
**About Founder Institute**
The [Founder Institute](https://fi.co/berlin) is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
From Idea to First 10 Customers (2nd part)
🚀 **From Idea to First 10 Customers — Part 2**
The journey doesn’t stop after building the idea.
The real challenge begins when you need people to actually use — and pay for — what you created.
After the great response to our first session, we’re bringing back Part 2 with deeper discussions, practical insights, and real founder experiences focused on getting traction in the early stages.
This session is designed for founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, freelancers, and anyone interested in understanding how startups move from an idea to their first real users and customers.
No unrealistic “growth hacks.”
No theory overload.
Just practical conversations around early-stage growth, validation, customer acquisition, and building momentum.
***
# 💡 What We’ll Discuss
• How to get your first users
• Finding early adopters
• Mistakes founders make in the beginning
• Why validation matters more than perfection
• Building trust before scaling
• Realistic approaches to early customer acquisition
• Lessons from startup experiences
***
# 🎯 Why Join
Because getting your first customers is often harder than building the product itself.
This session will help you better understand:
✔ how people discover products
✔ why some ideas gain traction and others don’t
✔ what founders should focus on in the early stages
***
# 📅 Event Details
📅 **May 30, 2026**
⏰ **13:00 – 15:30**
📍 **The Social Hub**
See you there!
Check out our websites:
Company-[Datenstrom-3ag.com](https://datenstrom-3ag.com/?utm_source=luma)
Application-[Growfirma.com](https://growfirma.com/?utm_source=luma)
Social Enterprise Events Near You
Connect with your local Social Enterprise community
Unity of Columbus Resource Group for the Homeless – Volunteers Needed
The Unity of Columbus Resource Group for the Homeless is seeking compassionate volunteers who would like to help serve and uplift members of our homeless community. This group is dedicated to sharing kindness, resources, and support with individuals who may be experiencing difficult circumstances. Anyone with a heart for service is welcome to join us as we work together to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Community members are also invited to contribute by bringing helpful items for those in need. Donations of items can be contributed at the meeting and will be distributed to assist members of the homeless community. Please consider joining us and sharing this opportunity with friends, family, or associates who may also wish to help. Learn more about Unity of Columbus at www.unityofcolumbus.org
or call (614) 267-4959. Together we can extend compassion, dignity, and support to our community. 💛
Two For Tuesday : Social walk and Duckpin (option)
**Not everyone will come. That is exactly why you should.**
**Two for Tuesdays** is for the people who actually want to get out and do something instead of just talking about it. We’re kicking off the night with a one-hour social walk before Duckpin Social.
**Expect a laid-back** But an Intentional 1 hour walk (2-3 miles), good people, and a better way to spend your Tuesday than staying home and doing the same thing you always do.
**If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll move indoors.**
**This is a paid event.** A small contribution helps keeps events sustainable and ensures those **who RSVP actually show up.**
Payment **Link Found in comments** or you can pay on Venmo, Paypal, @WiseUnlimitedLLC or Cashapp $WiseUnlimitedLLC.
Walk RSVP **$2**
Walk / DuckPin Social **$5**
Walk / DuckPin Social + 1 game of duckpin **$12**
Please be sure **to Put Event and Event Date** in the note when paying RSVP Fee
Join Biggest Community | Investors Founders | Columbus | Online
Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link :
**Reserve**
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup
**QUESTIONS ?**
Pls Reach out to;
Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)
Your Summer Social Life Starts Here 🍻🎳 🍻 20% Off for NEW Bowlers!
🎳 **Summer Fun Starts on the Lanes! 20% off for NEW bowlers!**
The 6-week summer social bowling league is here - cold drinks, fun times, and new friends await on the lanes! Whether you're looking to meet new people, unwind after work, or just have a fun weekly outing, this league is for everyone.
Social vibes, happy hour energy, and plenty of chances to connect with others. No matter your skill level, this league is all about having fun and meeting awesome people. ;)
**🗓 Thursday nights \|📍 AMF Sawmill Lanes \| 💵 $74 *(while Early Bird is active)***
**🚨New to the league?** Use discount code (**MUSU26**) for 20% off - $59.20 *during **Early Bird***
**💻 League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
**Why Join?**
🎉 It’s only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan
🍻 Great mix of people in their 20s, 30s, & 40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar
🎳 Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome!
👕 Free league shirt if you sign up early
🧠 Weekly trivia w/ prizes
💬 Super social - join solo or w/ friends!
**Want in?**
Join our Meetup team Gutter Dusters 👉 **Click here to join** https://tinyurl.com/2d5y52vq
Or start a team of your own with a few friends - we’ll all be hanging out either way!
📅 League Dates (Thursday nights): June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30
***(The MeetUp event date is deadline to register for the league.)***
**Cost & What’s Included:**
✔ $74 **Early Bird** registration - **New bowler? Get 20% off w/ code: MUSU26**
✔ 6 weeks of bowling (1–3 games/week)
✔ Shoe rentals & full league setup
✔ Trivia, prizes, and great people
👉 **Sign up now:**
💻League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
🤑New bowlers use code MUSU26 to save 20%
📸 Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG
📩 Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7
Spots are filling fast – don’t miss out on the fun times!
Networking Night
Free monthly networking for Columbus business owners. Real conversations, real connections, no forced formats. Space is limited. RSVP now.
Most owners leave networking events with a stack of business cards and no plan. The best leads quietly slip through the cracks.
Networking Night is a monthly meetup for Columbus business owners who want to build real local relationships, not just trade contact info. Every kind of local business welcome. No pitch round, no pressure, no awkward speed-networking.
**This month**
We are focused on referral relationships. Walk in with a clear idea of who refers people like you. Walk out having met a few owners whose work fits next to yours.
**What to expect**
Doors open at 6 PM. You get real conversation with other local owners, time to actually connect, and a short marketing lesson woven in. The room is reserved through 7:30 PM.
**Who this is for**
Any local business owner who wants to grow through relationships, not just paid ads. 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**
* Last Thursday of every month
* 6:00 to 7:30 PM
* COhatch Easton
* 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 owners build the system that keeps their phone ringing, including tracking the referral relationships built in rooms like this one. Learn more at learnlocalmarketing.com.
Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275)
Westerville Queer Coffee Meetup
WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.
Marketing Monday Networking
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)




























