Sustainability

**👉 [SPACE IS VERY LIMITED, PLEASE REGISTER [HERE](https://luma.com/3no3so3p)]** Join us for the Global Unveiling of the [Official 2025 FoodTech 500 Ranking](https://forwardfooding.com/foodtech500/), hosted by Forward Fooding in London, one of World's most vibrant global AgriFoodTech Hubs. Also dubbed as ‘*The Fortune 500’ of the AgriFoodTech sector*, The FoodTech 500 is the world's definitive list of global entrepreneurial talent at the intersection of food, technology, and sustainability. Since 2019, it has become the most recognised and trustworthy ranking of AgriFoodTech companies, and a true benchmark for the industry. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the latest innovations and trends shaping the AgriFoodTech sector. As we reveal the top companies driving change and sustainability in AgriFoodtech, you'll gain invaluable insights into the future of food and agriculture. This gathering is not just about celebrating achievements; it's a chance to connect with industry leaders, innovators, and like-minded professionals who are passionate about transforming our Food System. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, F&B Corporate Executive, or simply curious to deepen your knowledge about the future of food, this event promises to enrich your understanding of the AgriFoodTech Innovation landscape and expand your business network. Don't miss the opportunity to contribute to this pivotal moment for the AgriFoodTech world, as we release the Official Ranking of this year's FoodTech 500. ​For the second year in a row, we will have the pleasure to be joined on stage by our FoodTech 500 sponsor pladis, who will present the second edition of their [Accelerator Programme](https://www.pladisglobal.com/our-impact/pladis-accelerator-programme), powered by Yıldız Ventures and supporting early‑stage companies building the next wave of cleaner, healthier and more sustainable snacking solutions. **Agenda & Speakers**: **17:00 - 18:00** \- Doors open \- Networking & Live showcasing of innovative products and technologies by UK FoodTech companies **18.00 - 18:15** \- Welcome & Intro \- by Alessio D'Antino\, Founding Partner & CEO \- [Forward Fooding](http://forwardfooding.com/) and event co-hosts [ScaleSpace](https://www.scalespace.co.uk/) & [Bezos Centre for Sustainable Proteins](https://bezoscentre.co.uk/) ​**18.15 - 18.30** \- Unveiling the Official Ranking of the 2025 FoodTech 500 & 'State of the Art' of the Global FoodTech Sector \- [Forward Fooding](http://forwardfooding.com/) **18.30 - 18.40** \- Announcing the Official 2025 FoodTech 500 Sponsor \- by Tim Ingmire\, VP \- Global Innovation & Technology \- [pladis](https://www.pladisglobal.com/) **18.40 - 19.30** \- Learn from Entrepreneurs \- Companies presentations \+ Q&A with a selection of international companies form the [FoodTech 500](https://forwardfooding.com/foodtech500/): -Zoe Yu Tung Law, Co-Founder & CEO, [New Wave Biotech](https://newwavebiotech.com/) -Thijs Bosch, CEO, [The Protein Brewery](https://theproteinbrewery.nl/) -Olga Sukhman, VP of Operations & Marketing, [AKA Foods](https://aka-food.com/) -Suzanne Robinson, Chief Commercial Officer, [Kyomei](kyomei.co.uk) *More speakers to be announced soon* **19:30 - 21:30** \- Networking & Live showcasing of innovative products and technologies by a selection of FoodTech 500 companies\. ​**Event Co-hosts** The **[Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein](https://bezoscentre.co.uk/)**, supported by the Bezos Earth Fund, drives the sustainable food revolution and advances microbial food innovation through cutting-edge science, advanced fermentation technologies, and strategic collaboration.​ ​\*\*[ScaleSpace ](https://www.scalespace.co.uk/)\*\*is a launchpad for innovative businesses looking to scale, a dynamic community, born from a unique partnership between **Blenheim Chalcot** and **Imperial College London**, bringing together the best of industry and academia to support the businesses of tomorrow. This event is also run in partnership with **[Global Tech Advocates](https://www.globaltechadvocates.org/),** the only truly international grassroots tech community, uniting the private sector in multiple cities and regions worldwide. We look forward to seeing you there as we taste and discuss the future of food! ​ The Forward Fooding Team

Join me for relaxing Art Workshops at London parks and pubs! THIS WEEK; I'll arrive at Penderel's Oak pub Holborn, between 3.30pm & 3.45pm & find a table near the windows facing the street, then place Art stuff on the table so you can find me 😊 Explore your creativity no matter what your skill \~ we'll take inspiration from our surroundings, each other, I'll provide tips, advice, and a few art postcards from my own collection for inspiration 😊 Just £5 suggested donation, or whatever you can afford ; I provide all the Art materials, just bring your imagination 😊 \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Details \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Each week, the workshops will be at different locations, a park in warm weather, a pub in cold/rainy weather 😊 Generally they'll be in the late afternoon into the evening, occasionally from around lunch time 😊 See you soon 😊

Low Stakes Comedy is a weekly stand-up night in Streatham Hill. Every Wednesday at The Hamlet, a mix of new and experienced comedians perform short sets in an intimate basement room. The Hamlet 10 Streatham High Road London SW16 1DB 🕖 Doors 7:00pm 🎤 Show 7:30–9:30pm 🎟 Reserve a seat online or just come along You can RSVP here on Meetup or secure a seat in advance: [https://LowStakesComedy.eventbrite.co.uk](https://LowStakesComedy.eventbrite.co.uk) Entry on the door is also available If you enjoy the show, you can support the night with a donation at the end What happens at Low Stakes Comedy stays at Low Stakes Comedy. 🍅

Join me for relaxing Art Workshops at London parks and pubs! THIS WEEK; I'll arrive at Penderel's Oak pub Holborn, between 3.30pm & 3.45pm & find a table near the windows facing the street, then place Art stuff on the table so you can find me 😊 Explore your creativity no matter what your skill \~ we'll take inspiration from our surroundings, each other, I'll provide tips, advice, and a few art postcards from my own collection for inspiration 😊 Just £5 suggested donation, or whatever you can afford ; I provide all the Art materials, just bring your imagination 😊 \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Details \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Each week, the workshops will be at different locations, a park in warm weather, a pub in cold/rainy weather 😊 Generally they'll be in the late afternoon into the evening, occasionally from around lunch time 😊 See you soon 😊

🍻 Tech Startups in the Pub – Now Twice a Month! 🚀 We’re levelling up! After 3 years of packed evenings in Shoreditch, we’re adding a second monthly event, this time midweek in Oxford Street. That means two chances every month to meet founders, techies, and startup people over drinks. 🎉 👉 What’s New * A **fresh central-London venue**: Simmons Bar, Oxford Street * A new day: **1st Wednesday** of the month * Find one of the hosts to **grab a wristband**, it makes it easy to spot who’s part of the meetup (and not a random party). 😉 👉 What Stays the Same * No agenda, no panels, just relaxed networking with like-minded people. * Friendly hosts (look for Oliver, Pedro, Rob, or Rob) ready to introduce you. * A mix of founders, builders, operators, and curious newcomers. * Drinks, chats, and maybe some new friends. 📍 Where: Simmons Bar \| Oxford Street\, 203 Wardour St\, London W1F 8ZH 🕕 When: From 6 PM, 1st Wednesday of every month House Rules * No hard selling or heavy pitching, this is a chill after-work meetup. * Not drinking? Totally fine, come for the people, stay for the conversation. So grab a drink, throw on your wristband, and come swap stories from the trenches. See you there! 🍻

Its Springtime, and the gardens and landscape are bursting into life! To celebrate this in our digital world, 3D London has partnered with ITOOSOFT, the makers of ForestPack, to bring you an evening of 3D horticultural inspiration. **Headline Presentations** * **Paul Roberts**, Training and Content Manager - ITOOSOFT "The Craft of Parametric Thinking" https://www.itoosoft.com/ * **Karen Gazzard**, The Ruby Cube. "How I have taken the skills learnt in arch-vis and applied them to a different industry - visualisation for ecology." https://therubycube.com/ **First-time Presentation** **Alesandros Vounatsos** \- Alvo Headquarters Production Company "Presenting his short film, produced in Blender". https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandros-vounatsos-aa3b3175/ The ITOO team kindly sponsored April's meetup. Thank you! Thanks to our sponsors for supporting our monthly meetups. **[SiNi Software](https://www.sinisoftware.com/)** , **[Chaos](https://www.chaos.com/) , [ITOOSOFT](https://www.itoosoft.com/) , [NTI](https://www.nti-group.com/uk/) , [Heata](https://www.heata.co/)** #3dlondon #monthlymeetup

Join me for relaxing Art Workshops at London parks and pubs! THIS WEEK; I'll arrive at Penderel's Oak pub Holborn, between 3.30pm & 3.45pm & find a table near the windows facing the street, then place Art stuff on the table so you can find me 😊 Explore your creativity no matter what your skill \~ we'll take inspiration from our surroundings, each other, I'll provide tips, advice, and a few art postcards from my own collection for inspiration 😊 Just £5 suggested donation, or whatever you can afford ; I provide all the Art materials, just bring your imagination 😊 \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Details \~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Each week, the workshops will be at different locations, a park in warm weather, a pub in cold/rainy weather 😊 Generally they'll be in the late afternoon into the evening, occasionally from around lunch time 😊 See you soon 😊

Weekly cycling club open to members of that club only. Membership enquiries to creativewellnesswon@outlook.com

### 🌙 **SATURDAY NIGHT ECSTATIC RAVE - Ecstatic Movement Journeys through Sound, Rhythm & Ritual** **7:00PM–9:45PM Dance \| 9:45PM–10:15PM Fruit Social** **Ecstatic Dance London \| Tufnell Park** Please note an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite, thank you. Book here: Each Saturday night, we open the doors to a new **sonic adventure,** from the deep bass of **Shamanic Bass Temple**, to the exotic pulse of **Desert Grooves**, the fiery release of **Catharsis or MVMNT,** and the uplifting and heart-opening **electronic** dance music of **My Ecstatic Odyssey** or fun & soulful **Ecstatic Disco** nights! Every session is a **unique genre-specific experience** *(please check which event you've signed up to!)* yet all follow the same timeless flow, the **ecstatic wave,** a rise and return through the natural rhythms of our human energy: building from the cacao ceremony to the wild euphoric peak, then softening back into grounded peace and ending with a relaxation phase. ### **✨ What to Expect:** * 🎶 **Next-level, ecstatic dance journeys!** * 🥁 **Live percussion** to ignite the dancefloor and merge rhythm with movement * 🍫 **Heart-opening cacao ceremony** & positive intention setting to begin the night * 🔊 **Awesome sound system** & mesmerising visuals for full sensory immersion * 💃 A sacred, safe, and playful space to dance freely, express, release & connect * 🍉 **Complimentary fruit social** afterwards to nourish & unwind together * 💫 **The best Saturday night out and no hangover!** No alcohol. No drugs. Just pure music, movement, and magic. Join London’s longest-running ecstatic dance community- **Ecstatic Dance London**, pioneers of the UK’s **Sober ReLOVEution** since 2009. No experience needed, all welcome. ### 💜 **ALL UPCOMING WELLBEING EVENTS, RETREATS, FESTIVALS +CREWING:** **Website:** [ecstaticdancelondon.com/events](https://ecstaticdancelondon.com/events/ "https://ecstaticdancelondon.com/events/") **Linktree:** [linktr.ee/ecstaticdancelondon](https://linktr.ee/ecstaticdancelondon "https://linktr.ee/ecstaticdancelondon") **Instagram:** [@ecstaticdance_london](https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london "https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london") **Mailing list:** [https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london](https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london "https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london") **💛FREE CREW SPACES:** We'd be very happy to hear from you if you'd like to help us in exchange for a free ticket! Requirement - you need to have attended at least two indoor events before you can join the crew. [Please complete the sign up form ](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1S2I2tnQA0YOv_RmSbRYcLHW8fEUkTmUtQibWk8XX6zs "https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1S2I2tnQA0YOv_RmSbRYcLHW8fEUkTmUtQibWk8XX6zs")and we'll be in touch.

SCENIC WALK IN CANADA WATER, then THAMESPATH WALK to GREENWICH and LEWISHAM. **WALK START:Canada Water Station** (Jubilee Line and London Overground - Travel Zone 2) WALK ROUTE: From Canada Water Station we walk through dockland pools and along the Thamespath to Greenwich and then along the Waterlink Walk to Lewisham. WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5 miles. WALK FINISH: At Lewisham Station (Travel Zone 2 - National Rail and Docklands Railway.) STOPOUT POINT: Our walk crosses many London bus routes **Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.** ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON. **COST of EVENT**: **All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility.** **This walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.** Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside. Give up the city streets for a day and breathe some fresh air. Improve your overall fitness levels and make some new friends at the same time. Social Event: Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub where the socialising can continue. Take this opportunity to visit green parts of London, unknown to most people, and that you would not otherwise have an opportunity to see. RISKS:Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and be able to walk for four miles without a break. In these walks we use; pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, towpaths alongside water, other public paths, and tracks through woodland and countryside. Please only wear good sturdy shoes, trousers are recommended, and take care as surfaces may be uneven, and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists. Be wary of portruding tree roots and low overhanging branches. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself. No large dogs or small children please. Please arrive in good time to allow opportunity to use toilets at the start of the walk as there may not be any toilet breaks available during the walk. WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) DISCAIMER All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/) to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer. Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group. Kens Events also has a facebook page. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) When you arrive at the station look for Ken with Kens Events/Meetup Badge outside the station. WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD? - Light rain is not a problem, only very heavy rain will lead to a postponement.

**✨ DESERT GROOVES: Desert Bass with Soul** **MUSICAL VIBES: Middle Eastern / Indian / Mystical Dance Music** 
**🗓️ WHEN:** Sat\, February 21st \| 7–10pm
 **📍 WHERE:** Tufnell Park **💚 SIGN UP! to our mailing list for updates and discounts:**
[https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london](https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london) **DESERT GROOVES: *Desert Bass with Soul*** Weaving Indian + Middle Eastern textures into a modern electronic arc featuring ✨ hypnotic percussion, devotional melodies, desert bass, and deep release. Desert Grooves is a unique offering designed to take you deeper into the realms of embodied liberation, expression and conscious connection. Join us for a night that blends immersive deep sound, cacao ceremony, embodiment and liberated movement, all in the service of exploring expanded states, sensual aliveness and the electric edge between shadow and light. This offering is rooted in the same intentionality and community care as our other **[Ecstatic Dance London](https://ecstaticdancelondon.com/)** events 🤲💚... but with a deeper intention, a mystical vibe 🔮 and transformative beats. 🚫 No alcohol.
 🗣️ No chat on the dancefloor. 📵 No phones.
 Just rhythm, presence, breath and embodied movement. **Welcome to ✨ DESERT GROOVES ✨** A sober dance temple night, where Indian & Middle Eastern-inspired sound meets the freedom of ecstatic dance. This is a night for those who ***love bass with soul 🔥:***
 Pulsing electronic grooves infused with sitar/tabla textures, Sufi-inspired spirals, desert rhythms, and cinematic spice - held in a warm container that invites you out of the mind and into the body. **🎟️ BOOK FOR DESERT GROOVES:**
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🏭 Join us for a walk through the urban jungle to Battersea Park, via the old Battersea Power Station (one of the largest brick buildings in the world - the largest in Europe) 🟢 **WALK:** 📏8km (5 miles) 🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/) *[This is our shortest walk, especially for those that haven't walked much recently or need a start]* ✊ *Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a paced walk (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and [purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBhPWpdIMKq/?igsh=MWVjdnZrdGZwd3dmYw%3D%3D).* ➡️ Covers: Vauxhall -> Riverside Walk -> Battersea Power Station -> Battersea Park (option: stay for lunch/coffee at Power Station) -> Vauxhall Station. 🍛 You could go for lunch / coffee in the new Battersea Power Station development area if you wish - towards the end of the walk. 🔄 Starts/End **Vauxhall Station** 📍 Meeting Point: Outside Vauxhall Station (Main Entrance / Opposite bus stations). Meet from 11:15am\*, we start our walk at **11:31am** *insh'Allah* *[\* We are doing a 5k running event just before this walk so will not be able to respond during that time]* 🚻 Toilets available in the Park. 🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes, water bottle, snacks to keep you going. 🗂️ "No shows" for previous events may be moved to the waitlist/not going to prioritise reliable attendees / new joiners - ***when there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.*** 📊 [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)] ⛑️ *Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.* 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)** *(Follow for latest events updates)* 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging ``` ℹ️ Exploring the Thames Industrial Past: The walk, which follows the Thames Path heading west toward Battersea, passes: ▪️Battersea Power Station - built in 1933 to provide London's electricity. It is currently going through a huge redevelopment and repurposing for offices, shops and residences together with new surrounding developments and transport links. ▪️Battersea Park - opened by Queen Victoria in 1858 ▪️Tideway Village - a floating community of houseboats (if path is open) ▪️Albert Bridge - built in 1873. The only bridge in London to still have its tollbooths at either end (though not in use now!). ▪️The Couper Collection - the oldest barges remaining on the Thames ```

GREAT WALK ON THAMESPATH and DOCKLANDS. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK. THAMESPATH, DOCKLANDS and MUDCHUTE FARM ANIMALS. **WALK START POINT: Canary Wharf Station**\- ELIZABETH LINE and JUBILEE LINE\. Look for Ken with the Kens Events/Meetup Flag/Badge outside the Jubilee Line Station exit in Reuters Plaza \(near the International Clocks\)\. WALK ROUTE: Thamespath, Docklands, Mudchute Farm - in effect a circular walk around Canary Wharf. WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5 miles. WALK END POINT: Canary Wharf Station- ELIZABETH LINE and JUBILEE LINE WALK STOP OUT POINT: Nearby London Bus Routes available for most of the walk BREATHE FRESH AIR: Give up the city streets for a day and improve your overall fitness levels on a green walk. Explore and enjoy London's abundant and sometimes secret green spaces, forest areas and surprising surrounding countryside. Meet new people and make some new friends. Walking is a great social activity. Visit parts of London, unknown to most people, that you would not otherwise have a reason to see. **Social Event**: Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub with a convivial atmosphere where the socialising can continue. *Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole experience!* **Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.** **COST of EVENT**: **All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility. Why pay more on other groups for overpriced walks with no afterwalk socialising!!** **The walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.** WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group and only post photos of other members with their consent. Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) Instagram Page [Kenswalks](https://www.instagram.com/weekendgreenwalks/) Twitter [@KenEvents](http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents) Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join. [http://www.facebook.com/groups/Kensevents](http://www.facebook.com/groups/kensevents) RAIN POLICY: Light rain is not usually a problem . However if torrentail rain is forecast, please check back to this webpage on the day of the event around 3 hours before the start for the latest update. Unfortunately no large dogs and small children are permitted on these walks. **NOTICE of RISKS applicable for all walks:** Please dress appropriately for weather and terrain conditions. Only wear good sturdy shoes, with ankle support, and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and able to walk for at least 8 miles. This walk is suitable for the average experienced hill walker. Expect some hills. Do not attend this walk if you do not fit that description or if you have a medical condition (especially heart and/or lung conditions) that may impact upon your capability of completing the walk. These walks are city walks and countryside walks where all the usual risks of injury during such walks apply resulting from interactions with road traffic, joggers, cyclists, e-scooters,other members of the public, animals (farm, domestic and wild), plants (allergic reactions), uneven surfaces, including portruding tree roots and potholes and there may be low overhanging branches. In these walks we cross busy roads, use towpaths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and sometimes ill defined paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Some tracks may be muddy and slippery, and conditions may be wet and icy. The walk leader is not and does not purport to be a professional guide, or a medical professional, but is instead a like minded individual who also enjoys hill walking and who is familiar with the intended route. Do not attend this walk unless you accept and consent to the above risks. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself. **DISCAIMER** All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/) to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer.

Join fellow product people at The Product Group London on **Thu 2nd April** for an evening of learning, sharing and networking. **Topic of the Night: Product Outcomes Over Outputs** Product management is changing to be much more focused on achieving quantifiable outcomes over outputs and hitting dates. So how do product people make the shift and stay in the outcomes lane? On the night, we’ll explore what this really means incl. the important outcomes to focus on; making the culture shift to outcome focused; adjusting success metrics; using outcomes to drive product strategies, roadmaps, discovery and delivery; getting stakeholders onboard with a different way of thinking, and much more. **Featured Guest: Phil Hornby, Global Product Lead, ZF Group** Phil is a product leader, coach and technologist with over 20 years of experience across SaaS, IoT and Automotive. His career has spanned development, sales and operations, but product management is where he found his home, focusing on solving complex customer problems with scalable solutions. Today, Phil works as Global Product Lead at ZF, leading a tier 1 commercial vehicle diagnostics platform. As a senior IC, he works across multiple product teams to shape cohesive products that combine commercial thinking with deep technical expertise. He also founded a ZF community of practice to connect and grow digital product professionals. Alongside his ZF role, Phil continues to coach product leaders and teams, having supported thousands of individuals across hundreds of companies. He is known for helping people think clearly, make better decisions and take action that drives real impact. Phil is also a regular speaker and co-host of the Talking Roadmaps podcast. **About The Product Group London** The Product Group London is a monthly meetup designed to bring product people of all levels together for topical discussions, as a group and with our guest speakers. With attendees from startups to large enterprises, there is no shortage of opportunities to network and make new connections. And whilst the focus is on product management, we welcome product designers and engineers to join for some friendly and lively discussions. **A word about our sponsor and host, BrainStation** [BrainStation](https://brainstation.io/london) is a global leader in digital skills training, empowering businesses and brands to succeed in the digital age. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 500 instructors from the most innovative companies, developing cutting-edge, real-world digital education that has empowered professionals and some of the largest corporations in the world.

5th annual Earth Day Celebration! This year (2026) the Celebration is scheduled for April 25th with activities running from 10am-2pm. This is a non-ticketed event. Everyone is welcome! We will have food trucks, Birds of Prey, kids crafts, live music, raspberry plants, apple trees, and of course NATIVE PLANTS! Where: Lynd Fruit Farm, 9399 Morse Rd, Pataskala Ohio 43062 Time: Activities will be from 10am- 2pm. The Market will remain open until 5pm.

**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception** Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory. For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy. She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps). Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way. **About Our Speaker** Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers. 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)

Community Seed and Plant Swap Do you love gardening? Want to expand your collection of plants and seeds without breaking the bank? Join MOFB for their free community-based event. Sunday, April 19th 4-6 pm at Mid-Ohio Farm on the Hilltop 116 N Wheatland Ave Columbus OH, 43223 To RSVP for free in-person attendance: https://forms.gle/t6Ppoc5WnRFPTJMZ

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!

We meet at lunch each week and each meeting follows a fairly organized agenda. First all participants pass their business cards around. Then each member and guest is invited to give a one-minute overview of their company and what is a perfect referral for the week. We always have a 10 minute presentation from one of the members about their business in more detail. And finally we pass referrals. You're welcome to visit. Nobody is ever put on the spot. Bring plenty of cards!

Join us again this Saturday for drinks and sweets at this delicious Vegan co-op bakery. Mingle with likeminded Columbus Vegans. We will aim to sit outside after purchasing items and hopefully taking in cooperative weather. Special note on parking: Please try to park along Acton, Richards and/or Chatham streets so as to free up the lot at the back of the building for pick-up orders. Thank you. 😊 Patty Cake offers everything from cupcakes, cookies, cakes, muffins, whoopie pies, as well as gluten free goodies. They also have coffee, oat milk and cold brew

LICKING COUNTY LIBRARY Author & Artist Julie Zickefoose Saturday, April 11, 2026 1 p.m. Licking County Library 101 W. Main St. | Newark, Ohio Julie Zickefoose: Author, Painter, and Bluebird Extraordinaire Zickefoose is an American nature book writer, naturalist, bird artist, and blogger. She lives in Ohio on an 80-acre wildlife sanctuary, which she said inspires much of her work, including her 2012 novel, The Bluebird Effect: Uncommon Bonds with Common Bird, and NATURAL GARDENING FOR BIRDS The novel is illustrated with 320 of Zickefoose’s colored paintings, life sketches, and drawings, and it was one of Oprah’s 2012 book club reads.