Business Leaders

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. EN 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. 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**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

**Exciting news: The second LeadDev Berlin meetup 2026 is here** Get ready for the upcoming LeadDev Berlin Meetup! Join us for our next LeadDev meetup on May 28th, and enjoy an evening of networking and lightning talks. Drinks and nibbles will be provided on the night, thanks to Zalando. **Date: Thursday, May 28th, 2026** **Time: 6 - 9 pm** **Location: Zalando BHW, Hedwig-Wachenheim-Straße 7, 10243 Berlin** **Spaces are limited - you must RSVP to attend.** **Note: Please bring a Photo ID with you. It will be required to enter the venue.** **Schedule:** **06.00 pm** \- Arrival\, networking and refreshments **06.30 pm** \- Welcome from host \- Zalando **06.40 pm** - [CJ Jenkins](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-jenkins/) \- Using AI Embeddings To Generate More Performant Features **07.00 pm** - [Ruben Nagoga](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-nagoga-89666717/) \- How Ways Of Working Are Evolving **07.20 pm** \- Break **07.45 pm** - [Karima Mzoughi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/karima-mzoughi-0992b598/) \- Beyond Delivery: How Engineering Leaders Drive Real Business Impact **08.00 pm** \- Closing remarks **08.05 pm** \- Networking **09.00 pm** \- Close You can also [join our Slack workspace](https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/leaddev.com%2Fjoin-slack/d6eN/Oee1AQ/AQ/a9b371b4-7191-44ca-9609-20d7a87b5535/2/mdj-K8GnZN) to keep up to date with everything in our Berlin community. **Join the channel #leaddev-berlin or #berlin.** If you need further information or have any questions, please email [hello@leaddev.com.](http://hello@leaddev.com./) Here is a friendly reminder of our [Code of Conduct](https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/leaddev.com%2Fcode-conduct/d6eN/Oee1AQ/AQ/a9b371b4-7191-44ca-9609-20d7a87b5535/3/U3Fu0fY6qI) to help protect the safety of our community. Don't forget to share this with your colleagues who may be interested, and keep an eye out for upcoming meetups later this year. **Thank you to our Berlin meetup partner Zalando.**

Jeden Monat gibt es mal zur Frühstückszeit und mal am Abend ein Netzwerkevent, bei dem sich Clubmitglieder und interessierte Unternehmerinnen aus Berlin-Reinickendorf und Umgebung treffen zum Austauschen und Kooperieren. Jeden Monat gibt es ein Expertinnen-Interview oder einen Impulsvortrag. Networking mit Impulsvortrag und Schwarmwissen **Business Ladies Breakfast*\- Inspirationen am Morgen \- Mit Impulsvortrag*** Ein perfekter Start in den Tag für alle Businessfrauen! Stell Dir vor, Du startest deinen Morgen in einer warmen, gemütlichen Atmosphäre, in der das herrliche Aroma von frisch gebrühtem Kaffee-Spezialitäten und duftenden Brötchen den Raum erfüllt. **Impulsvortrag am 28.05.2026 um 9:00** ***„Deine Kamera macht aber tolle Bilder!“*** Diesen Satz höre ich oft – und ich schmunzle jedes Mal. Denn eine gute Pfanne kocht auch kein Gourmet-Menü von allein, oder? [Referentin: Vanessa Mertens](https://d5lsst04.na1.hubspotlinksfree.com/Ctc/Z+113/d5LSsT04/MVVztg3l7HtN6zbdmhBDCPBV3Z50p5LfdnZN5d8yQ83m2nnW7lCdLW6lZ3pvN1Zzd8MpctLDW8kFmsC4N4YDsN87L9hjPqt1DW66pYTg83pk--W6xZVsC9dCzJ5W44BB-w6lbWHsW6DtnhS4PmQgXW51QBKD6lqcrmN4M86nDkxP0PN3mhdr26YxKSW5ybn-93d6zyLW70vYfX58d-kCW1C1byN27ftYRW8dNCQs7WQGHlW4XGtLs2s15fdW2RxY3W6YtxfrW8rDC3Q9532zvW64z09z7rbx7DW5QhQZG4_3n3SVfzk8j5BhbWVW1snRZY7yBP0vW4pVtK68H6jcNW6dVCqr76v388VTYpPC55dLy2f3K3HW804 "https://d5lsst04.na1.hubspotlinksfree.com/Ctc/Z+113/d5LSsT04/MVVztg3l7HtN6zbdmhBDCPBV3Z50p5LfdnZN5d8yQ83m2nnW7lCdLW6lZ3pvN1Zzd8MpctLDW8kFmsC4N4YDsN87L9hjPqt1DW66pYTg83pk--W6xZVsC9dCzJ5W44BB-w6lbWHsW6DtnhS4PmQgXW51QBKD6lqcrmN4M86nDkxP0PN3mhdr26YxKSW5ybn-93d6zyLW70vYfX58d-kCW1C1byN27ftYRW8dNCQs7WQGHlW4XGtLs2s15fdW2RxY3W6YtxfrW8rDC3Q9532zvW64z09z7rbx7DW5QhQZG4_3n3SVfzk8j5BhbWVW1snRZY7yBP0vW4pVtK68H6jcNW6dVCqr76v388VTYpPC55dLy2f3K3HW804") Ein Bild sagt mehr als tausend Worte – aber was erzählen deine aktuellen Fotos eigentlich über dich? In einer digitalen Welt ist Authentizität die neue Währung. Ob im Business oder privat: Wir suchen keine perfekten Inszenierungen, sondern Momente, die echtes Vertrauen schaffen. Vergiss starre Posen und künstliche Kulissen. Mein Fokus liegt darauf, dich so festzuhalten, wie du wirklich bist – egal ob im professionellen Business-Kontext oder ganz unbeschwert mit deiner Familie. Ich bringe den Blick für den richtigen Moment mit, damit Bilder entstehen, die deine Geschichte erzählen. Lernt Vanessas Leidenschaft in einem spannendem Impulsvortrag kennen: Schwerpunkte : Personal Branding & Business\-Reportagen \| Event\-Fotografie \| Familien\-Reportagen \(Homestories\) \| Moderne Kita\- & Schulfotografie Herzensthema : Ich möchte besondere Momente für die Ewigkeit festhalten. Superkraft : Wohlfühl-Empathie: eine Atmosphäre zu schaffen, in der sich die Menschen vor deiner Kamera wohlfühlen Bei unserem **Networking-Breakfast** geht es um das Teilen von Erfahrungen und das gegenseitige Unterstützen. Hier findest du Gleichgesinnte, die dich verstehen und motivieren, deine beruflichen und persönlichen Ziele zu erreichen. Mit jedem Gespräch wächst das Gefühl, **Teil eines unterstützenden Netzwerks** zu sein – einer Gemeinschaft von Business Ladies, die sich gegenseitig inspirieren und stärken. Ein Morgen, der nicht nur den Gaumen, sondern auch den Geist nährt. 💡☕✨ Das Treffen moderiert: [Daniele Schütz-Diener, Club-Inhaberin](https://businessladies-only.de/ueber-uns/ "https://businessladies-only.de/ueber-uns/") Die Teilnahme ist für Mitglieder des BusinessLadies only Clubs kostenlos. Die Teilnahme kostet 10 € (netto) für Nichtmitglieder. ***Verzehr auf eigene Kosten.*** Anmeldung zusätzlich und Bezahlung bitte über diesen Link: https://businessladies-only.eventbrite.com Veranstaltungsablauf: • Begrüßung und aktuelle Informationen zum Club und zusätzliche Leistungen • Vorstellungsrunde - Bitte bereitet Euch vor, denn jede Teilnehmerin bekommt 1 Minute für Ihren Elevator-Pitch. Schwerpunkt: Wer bin ich? Was biete ich? Wen oder was suche ich? • danach lockeres Netzwerken Wir freuen uns auf Sie! - Weibliche Begleitpersonen sind ebenfalls herzlich willkommen. Alle Events findest Du unter https://businessladies-only.eventbrite.com Daniele Schütz-Diener sowie das Businessladies-only-Team [www.businessladies-only.de](www.businessladies-only.de)

**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! \*\*\*\*\* *​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)).*

Join us for the **Data Berlin Meetup**, an evening of talks, insights, and networking for the data community in Berlin. RSVP on Luma at https://luma.com/s9868ww4. **Agenda** **6:30 PM – 7:00 PM** — Registration and Networking **7:00 PM – 7:10 PM** — Welcome and Opening Remarks — Data Berlin Meetup Team **7:10 PM – 7:35 PM — Rewiring the Engine: Taming Billions of Audience Data at Scale** **Speaker:** [Adedeji Rodemade](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adedeji-rodemade/), Team Lead Data Analytics Engineering **7:35 PM – 7:40 PM — Short Break** **7:40 PM – 8:05 PM — Creating a Parallel Universe: How We Evaluate The Impact of Ad Campaigns in the Physical World** **Speaker:** [Majid Mostafavi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/majid-mostafavi/), Team Lead Data Science **8:05 PM – 8:30 PM — From Snaps to Footsteps: Experiments for Measuring Offline Impact** **Speaker:** [Mihaela Tsankova](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mihaela-tsankova-48560453/), Group Manager, Marketing Science at Snap **8:30 PM – 9:30 PM — Closing Remarks and Extended Networking** **About our host** **[Adsquare](https://www.adsquare.com/?utm_source=luma)** helps brands connect people and places in a **privacy-first** world with **location intelligence** — data and tools for planning, activation, measurement, and attribution across digital marketing and drive-to-store campaigns. **Looking for a job?** Browse data & AI roles in Berlin (updated daily): [databerlin.net/jobs](https://databerlin.net/jobs) **Want updates or more info?** Subscribe to our newsletter: [databerlin.substack.com](https://databerlin.substack.com). Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-berlin?utm_source=luma). Join our [Slack community](https://join.slack.com/t/data-brln/shared_invite/zt-2ued0xvdu-aihzi2cKEwD_6_KDRd_1ag?utm_source=luma).

**Join us for an inspiring Women’s Empowerment Meetup! 🌟** Connect with like-minded women, share your stories, and empower each other in a supportive and inclusive environment. This event is designed to foster connections, build confidence, and provide valuable insights for personal and professional growth. **✨ What to Expect:** * **Engaging Discussions:** Participate in thought-provoking conversations on topics that matter to you. * **Networking Opportunities:** Meet and connect with women from diverse backgrounds. * **Empowerment Exercises:** Take part in activities designed to boost your confidence and self-awareness. **🌐 Prepare for the Meetup:** Before attending, we encourage you to complete the **[Energy Snapshot](https://wearephilia.com/)**[ ](https://wearephilia.com/)**[Exercise](https://wearephilia.com/)**. This exercise will help you gain deeper insights into your energy levels and prepare you for a more enriching experience at the event. **📲 Learn More & Join Us Elsewhere:** To learn more about who we are, discover other upcoming events, and find out how you can get involved with our community, visit this page: **[Philia Meetups Overview](https://wearephilia.notion.site/Welcome-to-Philia-cfdfbff0725b421a9555bb2ae6f9dd20)** Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself and others in a dynamic and supportive setting. We look forward to seeing you there! **Register now and be part of something amazing!**

A curated meetup for e-commerce operators to share learnings, strategies, and ideas. Free for e-commerce operators (approval required). Apply via Luma: [https://luma.com/9w1ztp5c](https://luma.com/9w1ztp5c?utm_source=meetup) Exact location will be shared after approval.

🍕 **Data & AI Lunch Meetup – Pizza & Exciting Conversations** 🍕 The next **DVC Data & AI Lunch Meetup Berlin** is coming up! We’ll gather for a **shared lunch** and discuss everything around **Data & AI**. **When:** Friday, May 29, 2026, 12:30 PM **Where:** Monte Mente, Das Center am Potsdamer Platz **Cost:** Self-pay **Topic:** Exchange on Data & AI Join us for a great time of pizza and discussion on the latest developments in the **data world**! Looking forward to an exciting exchange with you! 🍕🤝 [#Data](https://www.datavaluecreation.com/search/posts?query=%23#Data) [#AI](https://www.datavaluecreation.com/search/posts?query=%23#AI) [#Meetup](https://www.datavaluecreation.com/search/posts?query=%23#Meetup) [#Networking](https://www.datavaluecreation.com/search/posts?query=%23#Networking) [#Innovation](https://www.datavaluecreation.com/search/posts?query=%23#Innovation) [#DataStrategy](https://www.datavaluecreation.com/search/posts?query=%23#DataStrategy)

**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.

Join us for an upcoming in-person Lean Coffee meetup. Lean Coffee is a lightly-structured meeting format where the attendees create the agenda. Bring your management challenges; whether you're managing people, products, processes or beyond, and solve them together with peers from a diverse set of backgrounds. This event is great for anybody trying to create better ways of working and wants to share with + learn from others trying to do the same.

🚀 **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)

​**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. ​Every Saturday morning we gather together and run through Tiergarten. Join us in one of these 3 routes: ​\* **5K** – for new & beginner runners ​\* **7K** – for regular runners ​\* **11K** – for more experienced runners **OBS**: We are usually around 30 people, between regulars and newcomers (from here and from Luma), so don't be scared if there are not a lot of people confirmed on the event here. The pace is chill and conversational, around **6:30**. On the 7k and 11k some people like to push a bit more, but no one gets left behind. We finish with a nice coffee and amazing conversations. The vibe is always great. Pets, friends, family, are welcome. More about **FRC**: ​🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 50+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community ​**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats?utm_source=luma) Berlin Instagram [http://instagram.com/frcberlin](http://instagram.com/frcberlin?utm_source=luma) ​ **Global FRC**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC?utm_source=luma) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/?utm_source=luma)

Chitta Walks is for people whose days move fast, while the mind never fully lands. Thoughts keep looping even when nothing is urgent. The body moves, but attention is elsewhere. Over time, this disconnect drains clarity and ease. This walk is a simple reset. We meet in Berlin’s Tiergarten and walk at a gentle pace. Parts of the walk are in silence, with light guidance and a few short prompts. The walk itself is the practice, bringing body and mind back into the same moment. No apps. No performance. Just a clear space to slow down and notice what is happening. If you want to slow down without withdrawing from life, join a Chitta Walk. ✨ **What to expect (approx. 90 minutes):** * A short arrival and orientation * A guided silent walk (phones off, no conversation) * One concise science-based impulse on attention or stress * Optional reflection in pairs or small groups * A simple takeaway or experiment for daily life 🚶**Who this is for:** * Professionals, creatives, and people in transition. * People who feel mentally busy and want more clarity and balance. * Those curious about mindfulness, but grounded and practical. * Anyone comfortable with silence and gentle self observation. 🔔 **Practical notes:** * Duration: 60-90 minutes * Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing * No prior experience needed * Group size is limited to keep the space quiet and focused 🧭 **Facilitator:** My name is Partha Sarathi, you can call me PS. I have lived in Berlin for over 12 years. With a background in physics and materials science, my interest in mindfulness grew through personal experience with stress and health challenges. I facilitate the space and structure of the walk, inviting shared exploration rather than instruction. 🤔 **Why Chitta Walks?** Chitta is a Sanskrit word referring to the mind or field of awareness, used here in a practical, non-religious sense. Chitta Walks is about noticing how the mind works by slowing down and walking together. Mindful walking makes thought patterns visible in real time, while moving and sensing in the world. The name points to a simple capacity: noticing what is happening in the mind without immediately trying to fix, judge, or optimize it. 🌿 **Possible effects:** A calmer nervous system. Clearer attention. A felt sense of being more present in your body. Subtle insights into how your mind reacts under everyday conditions. A quieter, more grounded way of moving through the city. **Come as you are. Walk. Notice. Leave with a little more space inside.**

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)

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!

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)

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)

**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose** Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap. Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn: * Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge * How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change * Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction * How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work. **About Our Speaker** [Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry. This is a ticketed event please register here: https://www.qaorthehwy.com/ Featured Keynote Speakers: **Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\. **Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.