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**What this is** A high-trust table for builders. Share one concrete challenge, trade smart feedback, celebrate wins, and leave with 2–3 next steps plus a couple of new allies. **Where** Motel One Zurich, bar area. Head to the bar and ask for Financial Network Zurich. **When** Mondays, 19:00 to 22:00 19:00 arrivals and hellos 19:30 open 10 min hot seats for founders and feedback (max 5) 20:30 open networking until 22:00 **How we roll** Discreet, high-signal conversation. No pitch theater. No flexing. Just real problems and practical help. **Bring** Your priority of the week, a clear ask, and a positive mindset. **Food and drinks** Order food and drinks with the waitresses whenever you like. **LINKS** Community Owner’s Direct (All Infos & Questions): Alessandro +41 76 279 32 84 WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DCSSmdHj7xr6F39ZAAWubX Financial Network Zurich: https://www.meetup.com/entrepreneurs-focus-and-network-workshop/ Founder’s Links (Alessandro): https://linktr.ee/alessandronfthyme

**Connecting business goals with outcomes and everyday product work** Why is it still so difficult for product teams to clearly explain how their work contributes to business goals? Impact Mapping is a simple but powerful tool that helps teams connect the dots between “what are we building?” and “why does this matter?” by connecting * Business goals * Actors * Behavioural changes and outcomes * Concrete solutions In this hands-on crash course, we will build an impact map together based on an example goal. Step by step, you will practise connecting: Goal → Actor → Outcome → Solution You’ll leave with a clear mental model you can immediately apply in product discovery, roadmap discussions, or strategy conversations. Agenda 17.45 Doors open 18.00 Impact Mapping Workshop 19.00 Networking **Who is this workshop for?** Designed for Product Managers, Product Designers, and Product Engineers. The number of participants is limited to keep it hands-on. **Thank you to our sponsor Liip!** *Liip is a Swiss digital agency striving for digital, human progress by building user-centred products with lasting social, environmental and economic value.*

Hey friends I am Ravi and i teach how to make an amazingly simple watercolor landscape of Zürich, Join me in my workshop and learn basic techniques and handling of watercolor. For Complete beginners and advance. All Materials Provided. More info [Official Website- Ravi Raval](www.raviraval.com)

17:30-18:00 * Doors open * Welcome words by Zalando & WiMLDS 18:00- 18:40 **'Deploying AI agents at scale'** by **Valentina Halasi** **Abstract:** You've built AI agents with a framework like CrewAI or LangGraph. They work great locally. Now what? This talk covers the real infrastructure challenges of deploying multi-agent systems: handling long-running executions, managing stateful workflows, versioning deployments, and debugging complex agent behavior in production. Learn the steps from "works on my laptop" to production-ready, and discover why most teams end up building the same infrastructure stack. I'll wrap up with a live demo showing how to deploy agents with a single command, stream execution in real-time, manage secrets securely, auto-scale to handle concurrent runs, and version deployments with instant rollbacks, without building the full infrastructure yourself. 18:45-19:30 **'AI at scale in practice: Zalando Assistant'** by **Katya Mirylenka** **Abstract:** As artificial intelligence transforms the fashion industry, multimodal AI agents are stepping up to deliver deeply personalized shopping experiences. Using the Zalando Assistant (ZA) as a real-world case study, this talk dives into the practicalities of building and operating these complex systems at scale. We will explore why the e-commerce industry is moving beyond simple chatbots to sophisticated LLM-powered agents and how ZA processes complex user interactions to elevate the customer journey. Finally, we will unpack the behind-the-scenes technical hurdles of large-scale AI, including optimizing search and retrieval under heavy load, refining LLM evaluations, and handling complex product data. 19:30-20:30 Networking & Mingling

💻 **Coworking Together – Focus, Connect, Create** Whether you’re a **freelancer**, working on a **side project**, doing **home office**, **studying** (maybe learning German 🇩🇪) or currently **looking for a job**, join us for a relaxed coworking session. 🤝 The idea is simple: **work independently, but together** We’ll meet on the **ground floor, on the left side**, where there are large tables facing a **bright window ☀️**: perfect for setting up laptops and getting into a focused flow. **☕** Around **10:30** we’ll take a short **coffee break** to get to know each other, exchange ideas, and for anyone who wants, briefly share what they’re working on. Coworking helps us stay **motivated, accountable, and connected** while working on our own projects 🚀 **🍽️** We’ll aim for a **lunch break around 13:00** for those who want to join. The place offers **great coffee ☕ and a large vegetarian buffet 🥗 (pay by weight)**, so everyone can choose what they want. The place stays open until the **evening** so you’re welcome to **stay as long as you like**. **🎉** This is our **first coworking session** . If people enjoy it, we may turn it into a **regular meetup**. Suggestions for other locations or potential **co-hosts** are very welcome. 📲 Join the **WhatsApp group** to stay updated and coordinate with the group. https://www.shieldmylinks.com/c/8y4sevwe

**⚠️ Ticket needed:** [https://social-circle.ch/](https://social-circle.ch/) **Learn some moves, sip mocktails, and vibe together.** Ready to move, connect, and have fun — even if you think you “can’t dance”? This isn’t a performance class, it’s a **feel-good social experience**. We’ll kick off with a **beginner-friendly hip hop session** led by **Milica, a professional dancer with years of experience**, where you’ll learn cool moves and an easy choreography. No pressure, no judgment — just great energy. After the class, we’ll relax with **mocktails, music, and good conversations**. Come solo, bring friends, or meet new people. Join our WhatsApp group for updates: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/EsTccDt6vB2A8z3OXbPUbW?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EsTccDt6vB2A8z3OXbPUbW?mode=gi_t) **Location:** Pop Up Art Tanzstudio Good vibes only Mocktails included No dance experience needed ​Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. Let the host know if you prefer not to be in them. **Tickets are non refundable.** Want more events like this? Join our newsletter: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw)

Kommen Sie vorbei und lernen Sie care 4 kids kennen. Wir stellen uns vor, erzählen Ihnen über unseren Jobmöglichkeiten und beantworten alle Ihre Fragen. Wir sind im Starbucks an der Europaallee 7 (neben HB Zürich). Sie finden uns drinnen am Tisch . Auf dem Tisch sind care 4 kids Schablonen aufgestellt, damit Sie uns schneller sehen.:) Bitte bringen Sie Ihren vollständigen Lebenslauf mit und konsumieren Sie ein erfrischendes Getränk. Wir freuen uns auf Sie. *** Come and learn about care 4 kids and let us answer all your questions. Please find us at Starbucks Europaallee 7 (next to HB Zurich). We have care 4 kids sign set up so you can find us faster. :) Please bring us your CV and have a refreshing drink. We very much look forward to meeting you! ***

Triff andere Unternehmer aus der Region, um gemeinsam zu wachsen! Dank unseres strukturierten Networkings knüpfst du mindestens 5 neue Kontakte. Darüber hinaus teilen ausgewählte Experten relevante Impulse für ein erfülltes Unternehmer-Leben. 🔥 Hier ein [Video](https://youtu.be/32WCFf6ek6o) eines vergangenen Events 👌 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **WICHTIG**: Der Apéro Riche wird duch die Tickets (CHF 75.-, early bird CHF 60.-) finanziert. Bitte direkt via https://eventfrog.ch/biz-dev-winti kaufen. RSVP hier auf Meetup berechtigt **nicht** zur Teilnahme und vor Ort können keine Tickets gekauft werden. Die maximale Teilnehmerzahl ist auf 35 beschränkt. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Impuls Referate** *Würdest du dich als Geschäftsführer:in einstellen?* Nicolas Dietiker, Unternehmer & Wachstumspartner für KMU-Inhaber *Gesundheit als Erfolgsfaktor:* *Wie Prävention langfristig über deine unternehmerische Karriere entscheidet.* Jonas Bitzi, Sportwissenschaftler & Personal Health Consultant *Take action! Deine Zukunft beginnt jetzt.* Peter Züger, Gründer SUCCESS 21 **Ablauf** 17.00 Uhr Eintreffen 17.30 Uhr Begrüssung & Impuls-Referate 19.00 Uhr Power-Networking inkl. Apéro Riche 21.00 Uhr Ende **Zielgruppe & Rahmen** Ca. 30 Unternehmerinnen und Unternehmer, welche für den Auf- & Ausbau ihrer Firma spannende Impulse und Kontakte suchen. Keine Verkaufsveranstaltung!

**The Best Networking Event in Zürich!** Join fellow Zürich-based business owners for our **Entrepreneurs Circle Zürich Business Growth Event** on **18th March** at **18:00** at Coworking Lounge at Tessinerplatz, Zürich. The Entrepreneurs Circle Zürich Business Growth Event is a modern networking and business growth **event** designed to help business owners grow their businesses in a practical and supportive environment. In addition to structured networking with other local business owners, each **event** includes a featured content session where we share a practical marketing tactic or strategy you can use in your business to attract more customers and increase sales. It’s a simple but POWERFUL COMBINATION! You’ll meet other business owners at the **event** and build valuable connections, while also leaving with actionable ideas you can implement once you’re back at your desk. Whether you’re an existing Entrepreneurs Circle Member or attending your first **event**, if you’re a business owner from the **Zürich** area, we'd love to have you join us at our **MARCH** Meeting. **IMPORTANT**: this event is exclusively for Members of Entrepreneurs Circle so you'll either need to **[sign up (for free)](https://pages.dalcorsogroup.com/entrepreneurs-circle-zurich)**[ ](https://pages.dalcorsogroup.com/entrepreneurs-circle-zurich)at the event, or at the link below: https://pages.dalcorsogroup.com/entrepreneurs-circle-zurich Any questions, just let us know!

**DON’T BRING A BACKLOG TO A GUNFIGHT!** Product managers talk about features. Executives talk about revenue. Money Stories are how product and technical leaders translate what they are building into how it will make money and why that work is essential. In terms that their audience understands. And product leaders need to understand how they are really measured to get the resources and respect they expect. **Bio:** Rich has led product teams for 40 years, including six B2B software startups (3 exits) and 15 interim CPO roles. Today, he coaches product leaders. Rich is the author of "Money Stories: Communicating the Value of Product Work" and "The Art of Product Management." He been blogging about software product management since 2002 and launched the first Product Camps. ### 🗓️ Event Details * **Date:** March 19, 2026 * **Time:** 18:30 – 20:30 * **Location:** Swisscom Office, Aargauerstrasse 10, 8048 Zürich (A huge thanks to our hosts!) * **Bonus:** Rich will be giving away a limited number of **free books** to attendees! *** ### 🎤 What to Expect [Rich Mironov ](https://www.mironov.com/)has been a product executive and "coach to the stars" for over 30 years. In this session, he will dive into the messy reality of product leadership, scaling organizations, and why "the tech" is often the easiest part of the job. **The Agenda:** * **18:30:** Doors Open & Welcome Drinks * **19:00:** Keynote by Rich Mironov * **19:45:** Q&A * **20:15:** Networking & Book Giveaway *** ### 🎟️ Join Us! Spaces are limited due to venue capacity at Swisscom. Don’t miss your chance to meet one of the original pioneers of the product management craft and connect with the Product Academy community.

Building a startup takes more than a good idea—it takes the right network, insights, and support. Our **Open Coffee sessions** bring together founders, investors, mentors, and startup enthusiasts for meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and fresh perspectives. Each session is informal and shaped by the needs of those attending. You’ll introduce yourself, share current challenges, and get feedback, contacts, and advice from a supportive community. **Who joins:** Startup founders, teams, investors, mentors, and career changers entering the startup world. **How to prepare** * Bring a notebook—plenty of wisdom is shared * Prepare a short intro: who you are and the value you bring * Think of 1–2 key challenges to discuss **About the Organizer – [SIA: Startup Investor Accelerator](https://taac.startupinvestoraccelerator.com/)** SIA is a dual-track program for startups and investors. Startups can receive €100–200K in funding through our investment rounds. Investors learn by doing—developing their angel investing skills in real deals. **Next opportunities:** Stay in the loop by visiting the SIA website and following SIA on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-investor-accelerator/). * **[Startups](https://gust.com/organizations/transatlantic-angel-conference/public_profile)**[ Express your Interest here](https://gust.com/organizations/transatlantic-angel-conference/public_profile) \- You could be one of the next startups selected for our funding competition\. * **[Investors](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfER36gKV9uLA4iR5MQ_Xev1S-dzUacLn-6mBpofa3Y4uCYgw/viewform)**[ Express your Interest here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfER36gKV9uLA4iR5MQ_Xev1S-dzUacLn-6mBpofa3Y4uCYgw/viewform) \- Explore our hands\-on angel program to grow your investing skills and confidence\.

Our next Female Founders Coworking Morning is coming up – and we can’t wait to welcome you! Join us and other inspiring female founders and leaders at Impact Hub Zürich Viadukt for a morning full of connection, inspiration and meaningful exchange. Expect fresh Gipfeli, good coffee and an atmosphere designed to spark ideas and motivation. We’re especially excited to welcome Melanie Lennert as our guest speaker. With extensive experience in banking, finance and fintech – spanning operations, relationship management, sales and strategic transformation – Melanie brings deep insights into sustainable growth and inclusive leadership. Together, we’ll explore why founders need to think beyond the product: \- How to market effectively \- How to build the right systems \- How to generate revenue Because let’s face it – the number one challenge for founders remains go-to-market. And we’re ready to tackle it together. We’re looking forward to meeting you, inspiring you and connecting with you! The Female Founders Initiative Switzerland is an initiative by Impact Hub Zürich and STARTUP CAMPUS Switzerland. [Tickets](https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/fuehrungen-vortraege/business-treff/female-founders-coworking-morning-7418205852425799676.html)

Greetings Analytics & AI Dreamers! Get ready for another round of analytics inspiration at IBM TechXchange Switzerland - Analytics & AI Lounge 10.0! **AI** or **agents** or **Analytics** is your topic? **Even not yet being skilled in these topics or being an IBM client: COME and JOIN our community for learning and exchanging! In this release we show the latest and greatest developments in Analytics & AI.** Since our last release we have two innovations: * Starting one our later to be inline with your existing work & travel plans * Adding a pure AI topic to the agenda Join us for another round of thrilling discussions, mind-blowing insights, and an opportunity to connect with other data lovers. We promise an engaging experience where analytics enthusiasts come together to explore the depths of: * **Hot topic 1: Project Bob: AI-First Development for Faster, Higher-Quality Software** * **Hot topic 2: Contextual Sensitive Data Intelligence - Unlock Your Enterprise Data** **Lounge Logistics:** * *Date:* March 19th, 2026 * *Time:* 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (2x 45 minutes of analytics & AI excitement, followed by a delightful Apero) * *Place:* IBM location, Vulkanstrasse 106, 8010 Zurich, 4th floor (registration & welcome 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM) * *Format:* In-person * ***MANDATORY***\* because of logistics: please **register** also on the IBM page to plan building entrance and the Apero\*: [here](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/FLO8EBMB/landing/page/landing) Don't miss this opportunity to increase your analytics & AI skills, share insights, and connect with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now for an evening filled with laughter, learning, and a renewed appreciation for making numbers fun! For those unable to attend, no worries! Simply drop us an email, and we'll promptly provide you with a recording of the session. Mark your calendars, reserve your spot, and get ready for another round of analytics awesomeness. Let's make IBM TechXchange Switzerland - Analytics Lounge 10.0 even more spectacular than the first nine! Please use addit. this link [here ](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/FLO8EBMB/landing/page/landing)to register in parallel on the IBM-page. See you there, ready to dream data once again!

Join a group of builders who are actively working on their own companies. This is a low-key meetup focused on real exchange, ideas, challenges, and insights, in an intimate setting. No pitches. No sales. No networking theatre. Note: This meetup is reserved for **full-time founders**.

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.

Is your business taking more of your time than you would like? [Rob Young](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cinci-robyoung/) principal at [Stage 3 Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/stage-3-group/), hosts this workshop series and is the author of Stage 3 Success. * Provides a framework and a playbook for leaders of emerging businesses * Reviews business management tools and techniques for scaling and maturing a business * How to recognize and leverage stories hidden in financial statements * How to implement financial and operational controls and use leading indicators to spot trouble before it occurs * How to manage your time for maximum effect * How to deal with nonperforming employees * How to create standard operating procedures throughout your organization Four sessions will include two hours of content and an optional 90-minute hands-on lab. Reserve your spot via this link: https://clintonvilleba.com/calendar/#!event/2026/3/20/chaos-to-clarity-to-control ($200 for non-CABA members.)

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you. We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform. Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live. So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent. Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new. Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with: • A demo • A real-world business solution • A bold idea • A UX transformation • Or a creative use of the platform Judging Criteria: 🏆 Business Value 🚀 Innovation ✨ User Experience This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value. Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired. Refreshments and bites will be provided. And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way. In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents. In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding. What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025 Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows. **Speakers Bio:** Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/) Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry. Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/) **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com