Speakers & Events

Enjoy a refreshing evening on the water followed by a relaxed picnic with stunning skyline views! 📅 **Date:** Saturday, 2 May 2026 🕔 **Time:** 5:00 PM onwards 📍 **Location:** Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) Park *** ## 🚣‍♀️ **Part 1: Kayaking (FULL)** Paddle along the calm waters around MIA and take in beautiful views of Doha’s skyline. * **Fee:** QAR 50 per person * **Operated by:** 365 Adventure * **Duration:** 1 hour *** ## 🧺 **Part 2: Picnic @ MIA Park** After kayaking and yoga, we’ll gather on the grass for a casual picnic—perfect for relaxing, chatting, and enjoying the evening vibes. Location at MIA Park: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HdVTzNT6rjGZyD6M9 Time: 19:00-22:00 Bring your own (for share) food and drink. *** ## ✨ **What to expect** * Friendly, international crowd * Light activity + chill social time * Sunset and night skyline views *** ## 🎒 **What to bring** * Comfortable clothes (you may get slightly wet) * Change of clothes (optional) * Snacks or drinks to share for picnic * Picnic mat (if you have) *** 👥 Open to all – come solo or with friends Come paddle, relax, and enjoy a beautiful evening by the water 🌊🌆 ## ⚠️ **Important** To join, please send a private message to me or Whatsapp +81-70-4329-4075.

Join us for a sophisticated lunch as we explore the "Together at the Table" festival. We will be gathering at *below restaurant* to experience a curated menu representing Thailand’s rich culinary heritage. * **Date:** 2-May-2026 (Sat) * **Time:** 12:30 * **Location:** The Siam Restaurant https://maps.app.goo.gl/QZWxqC99zxqx7Sp27 * **Price:** selected menu of QAR 39 and 49 **Highlights:** * A dedicated table for our international community. * Experience authentic Thai "care" and hospitality. * A perfect setting for both old friends and newcomers to mingle. **Registration:** A must since we need to book a table (No Walk-In). Please confirm your attendance by sending a private message to the organizer or Whatsapp +81-70-4329-4075.

[JOIN EVENT CHAT HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CXcoIj0gYuxCHZbVwvmVIc) Let's watch together Devil Wears Prada 2 at NOVO Souq Waquif 📆 Saturday, May 2, 2026 🕐 6:00 pm 📍NOVO Cinema 🏢 Souq Waquif 🧭[https://share.google/uXltuxj1NkdsIJWJl](https://share.google/uXltuxj1NkdsIJWJl) 💰 45qar 💬 Interested? Join here! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CXcoIj0gYuxCHZbVwvmVIc](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CXcoIj0gYuxCHZbVwvmVIc)

🌿 *NIRAKAAR YOG ABHYAS* 🌿 *Presents* ✨ *Wellness Yoga and Meditation Workshop* ✨ 📍 At MIA Park End your day with peace, positivity, and fresh energy in the beautiful surroundings of nature. Join us for a calming and refreshing session designed for both beginners and experienced practitioners. 🧘‍♂️ Yoga Instructor: *Punjesh Sharma* ✨ Session Includes: Pranayama, Stretching & Guided Meditation 📅 Date: 2 May 2026 (Saturday) ⏰ Time: 17:30 📍 Location: MIA Park Hills https://maps.app.goo.gl/1jJws4UCnDMH9AZS9 ***FREE of charge*** Join our WhatsApp group for more updates [https://chat.whatsapp.com/EKAc3N5XxzyJcieDU6Nm86?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EKAc3N5XxzyJcieDU6Nm86?mode=gi_t) Let’s take a pause from our busy lives and reconnect with ourselves through breath, movement, and mindfulness. 🌸 💬 “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.” 👉 Please bring your yoga mat and water bottle Looking forward to seeing you all there! 🙏 ***Note: After the yoga session, we will have a picnic at the same place.***

Enjoy a refreshing evening on the water followed by a relaxed picnic with stunning skyline views! 📅 **Date:** Saturday, 2 May 2026 🕔 **Time:** 5:00 PM onwards 📍 **Location:** Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) Park *** ## 🚣‍♀️ **Part 1: Kayaking (FULL)** Paddle along the calm waters around MIA and take in beautiful views of Doha’s skyline. * **Fee:** QAR 50 per person * **Operated by:** 365 Adventure * **Duration:** 1 hour *** ## 🧺 **Part 2: Picnic @ MIA Park** After kayaking and yoga, we’ll gather on the grass for a casual picnic—perfect for relaxing, chatting, and enjoying the evening vibes. Location at MIA Park: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HdVTzNT6rjGZyD6M9 Time: 19:00-22:00 Bring your own (for share) food and drink. *** ## ✨ **What to expect** * Friendly, international crowd * Light activity + chill social time * Sunset and night skyline views *** ## 🎒 **What to bring** * Comfortable clothes (you may get slightly wet) * Change of clothes (optional) * Snacks or drinks to share for picnic * Picnic mat (if you have) *** 👥 Open to all – come solo or with friends Come paddle, relax, and enjoy a beautiful evening by the water 🌊🌆 ## ⚠️ **Important** To join, please send a private message to me or Whatsapp +81-70-4329-4075.

[JOIN DINNER CHAT HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HNGEiRXq6YMCqWvLHZYps3) Let's have some Egyptian Food together! 📆Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 🕐7:00pm 📍Layali al Qahira 🏢 Souq Waquif 🧭https://share.google/RKiycRz4R6lyLMPQe 🎟 PAYO 📝 Booking & Sponsored by @⁨Derrek⁩ ! 🔗Interested? Join Here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HNGEiRXq6YMCqWvLHZYps3

Join us for a sophisticated lunch as we explore the "Together at the Table" festival. We will be gathering at *below restaurant* to experience a curated menu representing Thailand’s rich culinary heritage. * **Date:** 2-May-2026 (Sat) * **Time:** 12:30 * **Location:** The Siam Restaurant https://maps.app.goo.gl/QZWxqC99zxqx7Sp27 * **Price:** selected menu of QAR 39 and 49 **Highlights:** * A dedicated table for our international community. * Experience authentic Thai "care" and hospitality. * A perfect setting for both old friends and newcomers to mingle. **Registration:** A must since we need to book a table (No Walk-In). Please confirm your attendance by sending a private message to the organizer or Whatsapp +81-70-4329-4075.

[JOIN EVENT CHAT HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CXcoIj0gYuxCHZbVwvmVIc) Let's watch together Devil Wears Prada 2 at NOVO Souq Waquif 📆 Saturday, May 2, 2026 🕐 6:00 pm 📍NOVO Cinema 🏢 Souq Waquif 🧭[https://share.google/uXltuxj1NkdsIJWJl](https://share.google/uXltuxj1NkdsIJWJl) 💰 45qar 💬 Interested? Join here! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CXcoIj0gYuxCHZbVwvmVIc](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CXcoIj0gYuxCHZbVwvmVIc)

🌿 *NIRAKAAR YOG ABHYAS* 🌿 *Presents* ✨ *Wellness Yoga and Meditation Workshop* ✨ 📍 At MIA Park End your day with peace, positivity, and fresh energy in the beautiful surroundings of nature. Join us for a calming and refreshing session designed for both beginners and experienced practitioners. 🧘‍♂️ Yoga Instructor: *Punjesh Sharma* ✨ Session Includes: Pranayama, Stretching & Guided Meditation 📅 Date: 2 May 2026 (Saturday) ⏰ Time: 17:30 📍 Location: MIA Park Hills https://maps.app.goo.gl/1jJws4UCnDMH9AZS9 ***FREE of charge*** Join our WhatsApp group for more updates [https://chat.whatsapp.com/EKAc3N5XxzyJcieDU6Nm86?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EKAc3N5XxzyJcieDU6Nm86?mode=gi_t) Let’s take a pause from our busy lives and reconnect with ourselves through breath, movement, and mindfulness. 🌸 💬 “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.” 👉 Please bring your yoga mat and water bottle Looking forward to seeing you all there! 🙏 ***Note: After the yoga session, we will have a picnic at the same place.***

**A Transformative Half-Day Event** Welcome to Confidence Lab, the ultimate experience designed to help you step into your most confident self. This half-day event is packed with actionable strategies, inspiring sessions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals who are ready to invest in their personal and professional growth. Whether you’re looking to advance in your career, deepen your self-belief, or simply embrace new challenges, Confidence Lab is your starting point. **What You’ll Experience** **Your Confidence Lab ticket includes:** * **Engaging Speaker Sessions**: Learn from experts about harnessing confidence in your career, relationships, and everyday life. * **Interactive Experiences:** Participate in dynamic activities designed to help you step into your most confident self. * **In-Depth Audience Q&A:** Get direct insights from speakers as they answer your most pressing questions about building confidence and stepping into leadership. * **Networking Opportunities**: Connect with a supportive community of professionals and confidence enthusiasts. **2026 Speaker Sessions:** * **Seeing Clearly** Understand how you show up - and what’s been getting in the way. * **Confidence in Relationship** Communicate, navigate conflict, and build trust more effectively. * **Sustainable Agency** Learn how to lead without burning out. Your energy is part of the strategy. * **Confidence in Service** Align how you show up with the impact you actually want to have. **This Is For You If…** * You’re ready to take up more space in your work or life * You want to communicate with clarity and confidence * You’re stepping into (or preparing for) leadership * You’re done second-guessing yourself **Our Speakers** **Lachandra Baker** Founder of LBB Edutainment and the kind of person who makes you realize you’ve been confusing confidence with performance your whole life. Lachandra blends psychology, research, and radical humanity to help individuals and teams stop code-switching their way through the day and start showing up as someone they actually recognize. Expect to be challenged, affirmed, and genuinely seen - sometimes all in the same breath. **Annette Santiago Reyes** Annette has a rare talent: she makes the way you communicate feel like a discovery, not a critique. A connection catalyst and culture strategist, she helps people understand why they show up the way they do, and how to bridge the gap between intention and impact. Whether you're navigating change, life’s challenges, or simply trying to better understand yourself and others. Annette gives you the language and the lens to get there. **Elizabeth Wangugi** Creator of The Nap Concert and the RESTOR™ framework, Elizabeth is here to tell you that rest is not a reward - it’s a strategy. Rooted in neuroscience and restorative practice, her work helps high-achievers stop running on fumes and start leading from a place of actual capacity. If your calendar is full and your tank is empty, Elizabeth might be the most important person you hear from at Confidence Lab. **Stephanie Andrews** Founder of Social Black Butterfly Training & Consulting, Stephanie knows what it takes to lead through complexity because she’s done it across social services, healthcare, and operations. She specializes in succession strategy and leadership development, equipping leaders to build trust, navigate the hard moments, and leave something worth inheriting. Stephanie doesn’t just develop leaders. She develops the kind of leaders people actually want to follow. **Lillian Morales-Laster** SVP Human Resources Director at United Midwest Savings Bank and Executive Director of the Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy (ELLA). Lillian has spent her career combining her passion for equity and inclusion with her experience in human resources to lead teams and organizations in the development of supportive work environments. She leads with a vision of ensuring Latinas' voices are included in crucial decision-making processes, because for Lillian, ELLA is more than just a program. It's a vibrant community of hermanas supporting and uplifting each other as they navigate their paths to leadership. A Columbus Business First Community Champion and Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan, her commitment to empowering others shows up everywhere she goes. **Rachyl Kershaw** Founder of Greater Columbus Consulting and the architect behind the Confidence Lab Annual Summit, Rachyl has a gift for cutting through the noise, helping high-achievers stop performing success and start living it. She asks the questions most people are afraid to, creates space for honest reckoning, and somehow makes the hard work feel energizing. If you’ve ever wondered why doing everything right still feels like something’s missing, you’re in exactly the right room. **Why Confidence Lab?** Confidence is the foundation for success in every area of life. Whether you’re navigating a career change, launching a business, or striving for personal growth, building your confidence is the key to unlocking your higher purpose. This is your chance to invest in yourself and start living boldly. **Join Us on May 4** Confidence Lab is more than just an event - it’s a movement. Step into your power, embrace your potential, and make this the year you thrive. Secure your spot today and take the first step toward a more confident YOU. Cost should never be a barrier to growth. If you'd like to request a complimentary community ticket, reach out to us at [hello@confidencelab.org](hello@confidencelab.org), no explanation needed. Read more and see additional ticketing options at [https://confidencelab.org/](https://confidencelab.org/)

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of inspiration, energy, and soul-stirring performance with international speakers and artists Armand and Angelina. This is more than an event—it’s a live concert-style experience of music, message, and mirth that will uplift your spirit and move your heart. From the moment the evening begins, you’ll be immersed in a powerful atmosphere of love, laughter, and transformational sound. Featuring the angelic, heart-opening voice of Angelina—singing across multiple languages—and the dynamic presence of Armand, whose inspiring talks, original compositions, and powerful vocals ignite a passion for life, this is a performance you don’t want to miss. Come out and feel the energy, connect with the message, and experience a night that celebrates love, transformation, and the power of music to move us all. $20 Suggested Love Offering (None shall be turned away) **Bonus Morning Experience** Native Flute Playshop with A & A Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. Come back in the morning for a deeper, hands-on musical experience.

Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it? How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp. This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

At Evolve Synergy Sessions, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. [Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/) \*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected! Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.