Self-Directed Retirement Investing

Smart City Consortium (SCC) will be hosting a free entrepreneurship incubation seminar, and you are warmly invited to join. 【Venture Capital Perspectives: The Investment Value of Startups】 🗓 Wednesday, 22 April 2026 🕡 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM 📍 Activity Room C, H6 Conet, G/F, The Center, 99 Queen’s Road Central, Central (online participation is also welcome) 👨‍🏫 Speaker: Ms. Billy Ko * 20+ years of cross-border branding and entrepreneurship experience * Extensive experience in China and global marketing * Former CXO of multiple multinational companies * Former MD of a 4A advertising agency, having served brands such as Hermes, AXA and Genki Forest * Hands-on experience in healthcare marketing * Licensed consultant of Management Drives 📌 Seminar highlights: A. Venture capital perspective \> Investor’s perspective: coffee\, health and music case studies \> Angel investors invest in people; VCs invest in growth \> Risk and return: how to assess investment value B. Startup fundraising \> Cash flow running out of control \> Social media positioning and strategy \> Brand assets Counter-cyclical markets: 💰 Free of charge; limited seats available on a first-come, first-served basis 🗣 Conducted in Cantonese, supplemented with English professional terminology 📌 Registration: https://forms.gle/a653L42xkR2pC7KT9 📖 Event details: https://smartcity.org.hk/index.php/en/gba-youth/courses-briefing 📞 Enquiries: 3905 0906 (Mr. Tse / Ms. Yu) 📧 Email: hyab.funding@smartcity.org.hk 🎯 This seminar is part of the “SCC Greater Bay Area Youth Entrepreneurship (Smart City) Programme”. Please share it with friends who are interested in entrepreneurship.

Brand New Weekly Classes @ New Era Martial Club Quarry Bay Urban Krav Maga is a defence system that: The Urban Krav Maga aim is to equip the student as soon as possible to defend themselves against the most common attacks they may face. Once the student has mastered these techniques more difficult scenarios are addressed to build a support system that will enable the student to deal with almost any situation. By teaching concepts through techniques, students are taught how to read a situation and react/respond accordingly, even if they have not experienced that exact same scenario in training. Giving students the ability to improvise is an important element of our training, this is not like learning a kata. Awareness, avoidance and pre-emption are placed high in order of priority but we recognise that you can’t always avoid a potential violent encounter. We teach everything that is needed for self defence when it’s necessary in all environments, including, highly confined, crowded spaces, cars, shopping centres, nightclubs, buses etc. We make no apologies for our civilian approach to street violence and our subsequent breakaway from the original military solutions in dealing with armed attackers: a knife defence based on somebody attacking like they were making a committed bayonet thrust will not be so effective as one that is based on somebody stabbing with an aggressive pumping/piston motion with fast recoil when we are dealing with today’s street. As stated we retain the term Krav Maga as our approach reflects that on which Krav Maga was originally founded and we are, of course, indebted to the experiences we have gained training with the various Israeli Fighting Systems

Join us every Wednesday evening for an Introduction to Meditation! We meet up to do a guided Buddhist meditation together. Before the meditation starts, there will be a short talk to introduce and explain who we are and how the meditation works. If you are new to Buddhism or meditation, it is an ideal place to start. All are welcome to attend. There is no charge for coming along. Hope to see you there! Note: We meet in the G/F lobby at 7.00pm.

I teach every week at the New Era Martial Club Quarry Bay at New Era Martial Club, Eastern Harbour Centre Unit 908, 9th floor, 28 Hoi Chak Street, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong. What is Urban Krav Maga? As its name suggests, Urban Krav Maga (UKM) is a fighting system that has its roots in the Israeli self-defence system: Krav Maga Urban Krav Maga consists of a wide combination of techniques sourced from various martial arts, combat sports and fighting systems such as Karate, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Boxing, Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) among others. Michael Chan is a qualified Urban Krav Maga Instructor under the British Combat Association UK. He brings a wealth of Martial Arts experience to Hong Kong. Michael has practiced and trained in Krav Maga since 2012 and became a qualified instructor in 2018.

Jazz Fusion Bellydance All levels are welcomed! $100/hr, or LSS Dance Class Membership Jazz/Bellydance Basic & Technique Drill Choreography Enquiry 查詢 : lssdance2012@gmail.com WhatsApp : 65230389 Participants may join LSS performance if learning progress satisfactory. Regular students no need to register here.

Hi All, I am Lawrence, Certified Budokon teacher, Animal Flow Level III iinstructor and Certified Personal Trainer from A.C.E.
 Budokon Yoga, created by Cameron Shayne, is a unique style that blends traditional yoga with martial arts and animal locomotion. It emphasizes slow, controlled movements, transitions between postures, and a strong focus on core strength and body awareness. The practice aims to improve flexibility, mobility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness, while also fostering mental focus and mindfulness 
During this class I will introduce you to different movements flow, through these movements, we workout, stretch and create our flow together. A good way to enjoy this beautiful weather and understand our body.
Class Fee:150 per person
Please feel Free to Message me for any questions.

Meet in person and share your story about FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). Please add my WeChat "martian2lee" to join our WeChat group. The time of this event is made up. We will discuss the time in our WeChat group. 面对面分享你的提前退休故事。 加我的微信“martian2lee”，进微信群。 活动的时间是虚构的。具体时间我们在微信群里讨论。

**Total beginners** **welcome!** A whole new movement, fitness & self defense cultural activity **outdoors!** Structured progressive practices for **Strength**, **Flexibility,** **Coordination** & **Self Defense** skills in a fun group environment! Totally NOT what you expect, **serious cardio**, **whole body movement** & **practical!** You will really be surprised by what WE do but even more by what YOU can do! Nothing like what you imagine about Kung Fu, No screaming, No rigidness, No mysticism & No getting hit… but YES, definitely a fun workout with great people! **Curious?** To get an ideal of what class is like, hear instructor & hear student testimonials go to [https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu](https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu) **FEE:** 1st time TRIAL fee of $100 HKD for residents. Please RSVP here or Whatsapp me. Non-Resident $150 HKD. After trial 10 class package is $1500 HKD or $200 HKD single class. **WEAR:** Workout clothing, sports shoes & bring bottle of water! **WHEN:** Sunday 5:45 pm NEW people, 6 pm students. Please be on time, warm up very important for your 1st class! **WHERE:** Inside Kowloon Park. Meet at McDonalds across from Indoor Swimming Pool entrance, next to Sports Center. MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, or Austin. Link below: [Kowloon Park Swimming Pool](https://maps.apple.com/?address=22%20Austin%20Rd,%20Tsim%20Sha%20Tsui,%20Kowloon,%20Hong%20Kong%20SAR,%20China&auid=15054175802527892571&ll=22.301815,114.170365&lsp=9902&q=Kowloon%20Park%20Swimming%20Pool&_ext=CjIKBAgEEAUKBAgFEAMKBQgGEKcBCgQIChAACgQIUhADCgQIVRAQCgQIWRADCgUIpAEQARIkKSODum0jNjZAMWByPQiohFxAORGqqD1gZDZAQaw+9nwmkVxA&t=m) **WHY:** Out of shape? Gym BORING? More? You want to exercise & have fun building strength, flexibility, coordination & self-defense skills while cultivating patience, focus, confidence & yes… discipline! **HOW:** To get in touch with me, Whatsapp .9420.0360. or email through Meetup. For more info about my art, please visit NaturalStyleKungfu.com. **\- Book a Private 1\-on\-1 Kungfu Class\!** Learn at your own pace & prepare for later group classes, choose the day & time suitable to you! Private Class in Kowloon Park: 1.5 Hours $500, other locations $900 **-**

Community Wing Chun Class Welcome to our community Wing Chun class, where members can explore this authentic, elegant, and effective martial art. Each session includes solo set practices and partner combat drills. No worries if you're a beginner—personalized attention will be provided to match your level, ability, and learning needs. You'll enjoy the flexibility and confidence to progress at your own pace. Classes are typically 2 hours long. What You Will Learn in Your First Four Lessons Week 1 – Lesson 1: \- Basic stances and footwork \- Introduction to Siu Nim Tau \(小念頭\) etiquette \- Drills: Bong Sau \(膀手\) and Tan Sau \(攤手\) \- Two basic self\-defense techniques Week 2 – Lesson 2: \- Internal energy training \- First three movements of Siu Nim Tau \- Drill: Forward Cutting Palm \(切掌\) \- Two additional self\-defense techniques Week 3 – Lesson 3: \- Stamina and flexibility training \- Movements 4 to 6 of Siu Nim Tau \- Drill: Circular Cutting Palm \(圈切掌\) \- Two more self\-defense techniques Week 4 – Lesson 4: \- Meditation training \- Movements 7 to 9 of Siu Nim Tau \- Drill: Horizontal Grabbing Hand \(執手\) \- Optional drill: Whipping Fist \(鞭拳\) \- Additional self\-defense techniques Fees: $180 per session or $600 per month. \*First lesson is free.\* Special Discounts: Full-time students and seniors receive 50% off. Venue: Room 205, 2nd Floor, Mei Foo Government Complex, 33 Mei Lai Road, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon Language of Instruction: English, Cantonese, Putonghua Interested? Register today! About Sifu Joseph Lau: Sifu Joseph Lau is the sixth-generation successor of the Pao Fa Lien Wing Chun school. With over thirty years of martial arts experience—including training in Southern Shaolin, Tai Chi, Baguazhang, and Qi Gong—he brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to his teaching. For more information about Pao Fa Lien Wing Chun, visit: https://www\.facebook\.com/pflwc\| http://pflwingchun\.com Questions? Email: josephlau.star@gmail.com Note: We welcome committed practitioners serious about learning and practicing Wing Chun. Observers and media recording are not permitted. Please arrive punctually if you have registered. Participants are responsible for their own safety. All fees support the ongoing operations and charitable initiatives of the non-profit International Association of Pao Fa Lien Wing Chun.

Building on last year’s success, Invest Hong Kong is joining forces with the Hong Kong Retail Management Association (HKRMA) for another exclusive seminar on 24 April. The session will explore how retailers can capture the vast opportunities from the ASEAN visitor market—one of the most dynamic growth engines for Hong Kong’s retail sector. The afternoon session will focus on ASEAN consumer behaviors, sharing strategic insights and practical content strategies on social media and KOL marketing to help connect with target customers more effectively. The program will also feature an overview of the latest leasing trends, alongside real-world case studies showcasing how AI is transforming the in-store experience. Networking session, “Solutions Marketplace” will be followed by the end of seminar to connect with logistics, funding, and tech partners. Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register [here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwE0htht8mDt-Xlr7oAEWlJDpBZFSbPpBopLDOhvOYA7uglA/viewform) to secure your seat.

*🗡️ Discover the Art of Chinese Sword Dance! 🩰* *Beginner’s Class – No Experience Needed* Step into the graceful world of Chinese Sword Dance, where tradition meets movement. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn: ✨ Fundamentals of Chinese Sword techniques in a dance-inspired style ✨ Basic Chinese dance movements to enhance coordination and flow ✨ Strength and flexibility training for arms, wrists, and fingers ✨ Footwork that tones and strengthens your legs ✨ A full-body workout that blends elegance with power The sword adds gentle resistance, turning each movement into a dynamic fitness experience. Whether you're exploring a new cultural art form or seeking a graceful way to stay active, this class is for you! **📍 *Location:* South Horizons Community Centre – 1F Activities Room** **🕒 *Time:* Tuesdays or Sundays, 6–7pm** **📅 *Date:* RSVP** **💰 Fee : 150/hr** **💬 *Contact:* WhatsApp 6523 0389** *Unleash your inner warrior with elegance and flow. Join us today!*

Come and join our 100th meeting! Featured workshop "Finding Your Voice" delivered by Grace Moran. Hybrid for Toastmasters Members who may contact us for the Zoom link to join virtually Team Founders [https://linktr.ee/founderstoastmasters](https://linktr.ee/founderstoastmasters)

Regular Class New Era Martial Club Quarry Ba . All welcome regardless of level

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

**Welcome to the Women’s Columbus Bogleheads® Sub-Group** This sub-group is for **women who want to learn and discuss finances in a safe, supportive space**. For those interested in moving towards financial independence and retirement by learning investment basics, choosing your 401(k) investments, minimizing taxes, and more. We’re a local chapter of **Bogleheads®**, following a long-term, practical investment philosophy: [Investment Philosophy](https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy): https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy [Bogleheads Forum](https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php): https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php No question is too small, and no experience is too simple. Share, ask, and learn — at your own pace, without judgment, in a group of like-minded women. Let’s build confidence and knowledge **together**!

This is an in-person meeting. Would you like to know the Real You, not just a shadow of yourself? Does your life energy feel somehow trapped within? Does your self-confidence get easily shaken? Do you get in the way of your own goals? We will discuss the real source of all this, what holds you back in life, and how to handle it so you can achieve more successful and happier living. Perhaps you get weighed down with negative emotions you can't seem to shrug off. Or find yourself doing strange and irrational things - not really being yourself. We will cover why that is and tools that work to help you unearth your self, your self-confidence and motivation. This meeting will help you learn about how to effectively overcome: -Out-of-control unwanted emotions -Low self-esteem -Anxiety -Negativity -Stress -Irrational fears -Traumatic or painfully emotional incidents -Breakups -Betrayals -Feeling like you're not really yourself -Self-doubt... We will discuss how to unleash the inner you and tap into your true potential. So come to this online meetup! This meeting is sponsored by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio

## Escape the Office: Your Remote Career Takes Off Here Imagine the possibilities: Ditch the daily commute, design your ideal lifestyle, and work from anywhere. This Remote Ready Bootcamp delivers the skills and community you need to thrive as a location-independent pro. In just two weeks, learn to build a flexible, fulfilling remote career that lets you earn on your own terms, anywhere in the world. ### Ready to begin? [Secure Your Spot! 🚀](https://remoteready.io/product/RemoteReadyBootcamp?city=Columbus&groupurlname=circle-of-professionals-mastering-ai-income&startgmtdatetime=2026-04-24T22:00:00Z) --- **Is This For You?** This bootcamp is ideal if any of these describe you: * Yearning for remote work and ready to commit * Tired of being tied to a desk * Seeking ways to diversify your income streams * Craving location freedom in your professional life **What to Expect** Picture yourself in a vibrant cafe in Bali, effortlessly managing your work, then exploring ancient temples. Location-independent professionals make this their reality daily. This bootcamp empowers *you* to do the same. Over fourteen immersive days, you'll learn how to create multiple streams of income online and master the art of staying productive, no matter where you log in from. Our expert instructors have built successful remote careers across numerous countries. You're not just learning skills; you're joining a global movement. **Outcomes You Can Anticipate** * Developing diverse income opportunities to fund your lifestyle * Understanding crucial frameworks of successful location-free work * Gaining exclusive access to a network of remote-first entrepreneurs **Kickstart Your New Life** From the moment your enrol, you receive resources and support that prepare you for a remote-first trajectory. Don't wait! This course is high in demand, and seats dissapear quickly. [REGISTER NOW 🚀](https://remoteready.io/product/RemoteReadyBootcamp?city=Columbus&groupurlname=circle-of-professionals-mastering-ai-income&startgmtdatetime=2026-04-24T22:00:00Z) **Important Next Step:** Completing the registration form is essential to formally confirm your placement.

Learn how seller finance and notes can create cash flow and new deal opportunities with 40-year investor Eddie Speed **FREE TICKET** 🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-structure-real-estate-deals-using-seller-finance-and-notes-tickets-1984826171509?aff=cicmeetupapp Most real estate investors only know one way to make money: Buy the property. Fix the property. Rent it or sell it. But there’s another side of real estate that can create cash flow, flexibility, and opportunity without only focusing on owning more property. At this month’s Columbus Investors Club, Tiffany and Josh High are sitting down with Eddie Speed - a real estate veteran with 40 years of experience who has closed more than 50,000 note deals. He has spent decades helping investors understand how to structure deals through seller finance and notes, and how to think more like the bank instead of just the buyer. This will be a practical conversation around a part of real estate most people have heard about, but very few truly understand. If you’ve ever wanted to know how to create more opportunities in deals, generate cash flow in a different way, or understand how seller finance actually works in the real world, this is a night you want to be in the room for. You’ll walk away thinking about deals differently, seeing new possibilities, and understanding how creative structuring can open doors that traditional investing alone can’t. **What You’ll Learn** * How seller finance works in real estate deals * How notes fit into real estate and create opportunity * How to structure deals more creatively * How investors generate cash flow by focusing on the payment * How to think like the bank instead of only focusing on owning the property * How this strategy can create flexibility in today’s market **Open Q&A - Ask Eddie Anything About** * Seller finance and how to use it in real deals * How notes work in a practical, beginner-friendly way * Creating cash flow without only relying on rentals * Structuring deals that others might miss * How experienced investors think differently about financing * Common mistakes investors make when they only focus on the property **Why You Should Be in the Room** Because the investors who win in the long run know how to do more than just buy houses. They know how to structure.They know how to create terms.They know how to see opportunities other people miss. This is the kind of conversation that can expand the way you think about real estate entirely. Come ready to learn, ask questions, take notes, and connect with people who are serious about growing in this business. **Reserve your free seat now - and be part of the conversation.** Grab your spot here ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-structure-real-estate-deals-using-seller-finance-and-notes-tickets-1984826171509?aff=cicmeetupapp

We are a real world Martial arts group. \ Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \ Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \ We have been around a while. \ We are donation based. Every week we get together and work technical skills and live pressure testing. \ Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from altercations in the real world to the ring and some still compete in the cage. \ If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \ We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 inside the whetstone rec center in the auditorium, upstairs in classroom B or outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295 Saturday 1pm Wednesday 5:30pm From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \ \ You must have a free leisure card for the rec center and must be registered for our class specifically .\ Wear workout clothing \ Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \ WE HAVE GLOVES. \ Hope to see you soon :-).\ We are run off of donations. \ let me know if you have any questions :)