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Toastmasters is a worldwide organisation which empowers its members to conquer their fear of public speaking and become better communicators. There is no need to formally register for the event, just RSVP to this meetup event if you can, then simply show up in person on the evening. If there is no one at the entrance, please message one of the organisers on this app For more information, check out the City Centre Toastmasters website [here](https://citycentretoastmastersmelbourne.toastmastersclubs.org/). What we'll do at the meeting: \- Impromptu speaking \(Table Topics\): Everyone can take part in this\! \- Prepared Speeches: Please note that only Toastmasters members can give prepared speeches\. \- Get friendly and constructive feedback on your speaking\. \- Get to know each other during the break\, before\, and after the meeting\. Important to know * Members of this Meetup are not automatically members of the club. Meetup refers to people who belong to the City Centre Toastmasters Meetup group as 'members,' but from a Toastmasters' point of view, people are only members if they've paid their club dues.

**Unlock Meaningful Connections at Our Speed Friending Event** [LINK TO BOOK](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/group-speed-friending-with-meaningful-conversations-tickets-1985108869065?aff=oddtdtcreator) Ready to step out of your comfort zone and make authentic connections? Join us at *The Bank on Collins* for an exclusive Speed Friending event with structured conversations designed for ambitious professionals and like-minded individuals who are eager to forge meaningful connections - not just small talk. This event attracts a diverse group of individuals who are serious about building friendships and expanding their network. Whether you're a professional climbing the career ladder, a creative pushing the boundaries of innovation, or an entrepreneur chasing your next big idea, you'll find yourself surrounded by like-minded go-getters who think big and dream even bigger. In a world where quality relationships are key to success, we believe that life is better with great people in it. This event is your opportunity to meet dynamic, driven individuals who are all about growth, collaboration, and real conversations. Be prepared to dive deep with thought-provoking questions that foster vulnerability and genuine connections so you can Find Your Tribe. Whether you're a seasoned event-goer or this is your first event, we're here to support you every step of the way. Push past surface-level interactions and start building the kind of relationships that truly matter. **Event Structure:** * **6:30 pm:** Arrive, grab a drink, and mingle. (Tip: Happy hour ends at 6:30 pm, so come early to snag a deal!) * **6:45 pm - 7:30 pm:** 3 rounds of group speed friending. You'll meet 12+ like-minded people ready to connect on a deeper level. * **7:30 pm - 8:00 pm:** Post-speed friending social networking. This is where the magic happens—spend time with the people you vibed with most and start building real friendships. **Investment:** $10. We are for passion, not profit. 50% of your contribution supports the running costs of the group, while the other 50% goes towards The Man Cave, Australia's leading preventative mental health charity for teenage boys and their communities. [Home - The Man Cave - Preventative mental health programs for teenage boys](https://themancave.life/) Link to book: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/group-speed-friending-with-meaningful-conversations-tickets-1985108869065?aff=oddtdtcreator To support the venue, please buy a drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) or snack during the event. **Liability Disclaimer:** By attending this event, you acknowledge that you are participating voluntarily and are responsible for your own health, safety, and well-being during the session. *Find Your Tribe Melbourne* and its hosts are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur. Please take care, be mindful of your surroundings, and participate within your own comfort level. **Photo & Video Disclaimer:** Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event and may be used on our social media channels or other platforms. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, kindly inform one of the hosts at the beginning of the event. **Take the leap - join us for a night of transformative connections and step into a community of movers and shakers. We can't wait to meet you!** [LINK TO BOOK](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/group-speed-friending-with-meaningful-conversations-tickets-1985108869065?aff=oddtdtcreator) Instagram: @findyourtribemelb

We're back to Francesca's Bar for night of trivia. It's been a while. Know some stuff? Come down. Don’t know a lot of stuff? Neither do I, but still going. Sit with the smart people and share their glory. Get in early you'll catch the end of happy hour which finishes at 7. Join is for a chance at glory and a $100 voucher for the winners on the night. Francesca's still has all of their woodfired pizzas, but have extended the menu now. [https://www.mryum.com/francescas/menu/food](https://www.mryum.com/francescas/menu/food) A $20 deposit is required for this event and will be refunded on the night once you arrive. This is to cut down on no shows. The deposit is only refundable if you show up on the night, otherwise it will go toward Meetup fees. The deposit will be required 48 hours from RSVPing to the event or you will be moved removed from the event. Please make payment to the following account only if you are on the going list. Please note the bank details. BSB 013125 Account 150808654 Please let me know once payment is made. Please use your name and venue as reference. This is kind of important as I am collecting deposits for many events. And don't forget to check out our Facebook page. https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Community/Northside-Explorers-113121036867952/?__nodl&refsrc=https%3A%2F%2Fm.facebook.com%2Ffbrdr%2F274%2F113121036867952%2F&_rdr

**Generative AI for Developers Meetup 2026** ***Building AI Applications with Agentic AI, GenAI Workflows & Multi-Agent Systems*** We’re gearing up for another massive night on **Thursday, 14th May**. We’ve got an incredible lineup of speakers, a hands-on agenda, and our wonderful MC, **Annemarie Boicovitis**, to guide us through the evening. **📅 AGENDA** 1️⃣ **Implementing Voice AI Agents** **David Galtieri (DepthNode)** David has been deep in the trenches implementing AI chatbots for enterprise. He’ll share insights on moving beyond text and the mechanics of deploying production-ready Voice AI. 2️⃣ **Round Table Discussion: Is software engineering dead?** **Featuring event host Dr. George Vossos** A community-wide debate on the existential questions facing developers today. George will be joining the panel to dive into how AI-augmentation is shifting the role of the engineer. 3️⃣ **The New Agentic Skill Set & Hiring Trends** **Joh Leonhardt** Our regular AI futurist breaks down what "agentic skills" actually look like in practice and exactly what the industry is looking for in its next wave of AI hires. 4️⃣ **Zero to markermate.ai: The Reality of Building an AI SaaS** **Ryan Sinnott** One of our founding members, Ryan, tells the "real story" of building and launching his own AI SaaS—the technical hurdles, the pivots, and what it actually takes to get to market. *** Whether you're a seasoned dev or just curious about the agentic future, come for the technical insights and stay for the networking with Melbourne’s AI community. *** 🌍 **Live-streamed globally** — YouTube link shared on the day (EU + US welcome!) \-\-\- **Why attend?** If you’re building (or about to build) agentic AI systems, this is the room where you’ll pick up reusable patterns, avoid common traps, and meet others shipping in the same space - developers, data folks, founders, and technical leaders. RSVP here: https://www.meetup.com/genai-for-developers/

**Who Wants to be a F&^%ing Design Leader?** Fresh off their high-energy takeover at **The Design Leadership Roundtable**, the duo you didn’t know you needed, **David Bacon** and **Amir Ansari**, are bringing their hit gameshow to Melbourne Design Thinking. Let’s be real: transition into leadership is messy, loud, and full of questions no one actually answers in textbooks. On **May 14th**, we’re ditching the dry slide decks for a fast-paced, interactive gameshow that puts your instincts to the test. **What’s on the line?** Too many talented designers hit a ceiling not because they lack skill, but because they’re playing by the wrong set of rules. In this session, David and Amir will help you navigate the chaos of leadership with a "no-BS" approach. **What you’ll experience:** * **The Hot Seat:** Watch (or join!) as we tackle the real-world dilemmas that make or break a design leader * **Strategy over Guesswork:** Move past overthinking and learn how to make decisions that actually move the needle for your team and career. * **Identifying Your Edge:** Pinpoint the specific leadership patterns and "unfair advantages" that set the greats apart. * **Visibility Without the Noise:** Learn how to signal credibility and value to stakeholders without just being the loudest person in the room. **The Details** * **Date:** 14th May * **Host:** Melbourne Design Thinking Meetup * **Special Guests:** David Bacon & Amir Ansari Whether you’re already leading a team or just wondering if the "F&^%ing Design Leadership" life is for you, this is the roadmap you’ve been looking for, delivered with a lot of laughs and full fluff. **Are you ready to play?**

#### ***Thursday Night Improv* is the funniest show of the week in Melbourne, bringing together the city’s most talented improvisers for a fast-paced, unpredictable night of comedy. Every show is completely made up on the spot, packed with big laughs, wild ideas, and moments you’ll never see again. Come along and watch Melbourne’s best improvisers create something hilarious out of absolutely nothing!**

If you've got soul and love to sing, join us on Thursday 14th May at 6pm. No audition needed! The wonderful Monique Boggia leads us, helping us bring songs to life like I Second That Emotion, Son of a Preacher Man, Ain't No Mountain High Enough and Tracks of My Tears. We meet above the bar at **FAD Gallery,** 14 Corrs Lane, Melbourne. (Corrs Lane is in Chinatown, off Little Bourke Street). Grab a drink before we start and take it upstairs. After we sing, we love to be social and always have a drink and a chat in the bar. There's no need to commit to every week in this 10 week term. You can pay **$20** per session or pay in advance for the whole term: **$100**. Prologue - 16 April - Member led greatest hits session - Free to attend Class dates for Term 1, 2026 Week 1 - 23 April- Term payment or casual payment per session Week 2 - 30 April Week 3 - 7 May Week 4 - 14 May Week 5 - 21 May Week 6 - 28 May Week 7 - 4 June Week 8 - 11 June Week 9 - 18 June Week 10 - 25 June Any questions? Email Dan at xx.danscott@gmail.com

E is for Exhibition, and what better exhibition than ROME: Empire, Power, People. After pondering the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, we continue our Italian adventure by exploring the delicious flavours of Italy conveniently located nearby in Carlton: think pasta, pizza, gelato, tiramisu, perhaps a nice espresso or a glass of vino... **ITINERARY** 11am: Meet at the foyer of Melbourne Museum for meet and greet and to purchase your ticket if you haven't done so. Here's the link to purchase your Rome exhibition ticket (includes museum entry): https://museumsvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whats-on/rome-empire-power-people/ We will enter as a group but feel free to meander at your own pace as you explore the exhibits. If you only want to visit the museum but not the Rome exhibition, general admission is $18. https://museumsvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/tickets/ 12.30pm - Meet back at the foyer to proceed to lunch together. 12.30-2pm - Lunch and coffee in Carlton (exact venue TBC). 2pm - End of event. **NOTE** There is an organizer fee of $10 for this event. Feel free to PayID me at 0403 413 056 (Serena Low) or bring cash on the day. **GETTING THERE** The closest train station is Parliament.

🌟 **A new one-on-one, personality-based connection experience** Many of you have been asking about structured events and if I’d ever bring them back. Well… here it is - a new version, more intentional, and built around something I care about : **matching people based on personality.** Over the years, I’ve seen how hard it can be to find people you truly click with as adults. Small talk goes nowhere, and most events don’t give you the space for real conversation. 💫 **What to Expect** This is not speed dating, and it’s not a big mixer. It’s a curated, one-on-one connection experience where you’ll meet a few people who’ve been matched to you based on personality and vibe. Expect: * A cosy, comfortable venue * A hosted structure so you’re never left awkwardly standing around * A series of guided one-on-one conversations * A relaxed atmosphere where you can genuinely be yourself * This is not dating focused event, there will be a seperate one for dating Each conversation is designed to feel natural — because the match is based on compatibility Get your tickets here - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1988143914969?aff=oddtdtcreator 🧭 **Before the Event** Once you get your Eventbrite ticket, you’ll receive a **short personality test (If you have already taken the test at a previous event you don't need to do it again)**. It takes only a few minutes but helps us understand your communication style, energy, and compatibility factors. This is how we curate meaningful one-on-one pairings for the event. 🌿 **Come Join Us** If you’re tired of small talk and ready to meet people who truly fit your personality, this is for you. A warm, intentional space created for deeper conversations and genuine chemistry - whether it becomes friendship, something romantic, or just a surprisingly great chat. RSVP now — spots are kept limited to ensure quality one-on-one time.

**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!** EVERY SUNDAY AT 11AM Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way. You'll gain insights into: * The true definition of the subconscious * How it generates unwanted emotions * Its real purpose and function * What determines the pressure it exerts on you But this isn't just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It's interactive and engaging - you can ask questions at any time. FREE ADMISSION Reserve your spot today. Seats are limited, so don't wait too long to sign up.

**🪷 Speed Dating Live on Zoom for Geelong Locals Age Grouped — Real Rounds** Once you're connected, you'll participate in short one-on-one Zoom rounds with Geelong people in your age bracket who match your profile, as a friendly host guides every transition. Once you register, you answer a few quick personality questions — the results from that questionnaire to build your personal lineup of Geelong locals, so every round is informed by more than just looks. Once the rounds end, we reveal your mutual connections — but only if the feeling was mutual — and the connection is yours to explore in your own time. **Age group links — pick yours below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=collective-of-serious-singles-seeking-commitment&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=collective-of-serious-singles-seeking-commitment&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=collective-of-serious-singles-seeking-commitment&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=collective-of-serious-singles-seeking-commitment&ar=55+&face_v=3.0) **⚠️ Please note:** Clicking rsvp is only the first step not the whole process, so click your age range link above, complete the sign-up, and take the personality questions — spots go quickly so register now rather than later, and only the combination of both confirms your attendance. --- **This works best for:** - Professionals in Geelong ready to move past swiping with nothing to show for it and are looking for real connection. - Singles from the Geelong area looking beyond matches that fade out before meeting and want to try something that actually works. - Residents around Geelong bored of shallow connections that never lead anywhere and are ready for a genuine first impression. - Anyone in Geelong bored of app fatigue and empty match queues and want actual face-to-face conversation. **Here is the format** 1. **Get started** – through your age range link above, then take the brief personality quiz, as both steps are required and neither can be skipped. 2. **Log in** – at the event start by opening your Zoom link, phone computer or tablet — whatever you prefer, and a live host walks you through it from there. 3. **Meet your matches** – live one-on-one video rounds with Geelong people matched to you by age and quiz, while the host runs the clock so you can focus on the conversation, as every round is with someone selected for you by the quiz. 4. **Learn your results** – once it wraps we notify both sides of any mutual selection, since non-mutual choices are never shared with either party, and the next step is entirely in your hands. ⭐ *"Honestly the best dating format — way better than anything I have tried before"* – Geelong local who came back twice 💡 **Tip:** test your camera and mic before the event, which means you can focus entirely on the conversation, as it is worth doing before you need it not during. --- ✨ The best conversations start somewhere — click your age bracket and sign up and the host takes it from there while places last. Can not wait to see you there. 🌟 ✨

**Online Speed Dating for Mature Geelong Singles** Live on Zoom. Real conversations. Local people who value genuine connection and traditional dating. **Pick your age group to register:** - Ages 18-32: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=society-of-lively-retirees-socializing-together&ar=18-32&face_v=2.0) - Ages 30-46: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=society-of-lively-retirees-socializing-together&ar=30-46&face_v=2.0) - Ages 40-58: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=society-of-lively-retirees-socializing-together&ar=40-58&face_v=2.0) - Ages 55+: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=society-of-lively-retirees-socializing-together&ar=55+&face_v=2.0) RSVP alone does not hold your spot. Register through the link above and complete the quick personality quiz. For mature singles who appreciate meaningful connections and are serious about finding the right person. Host-guided. All ages welcome. Mutual matches shared after the event.

**🌺 Quick Rounds Real Connection for Geelong Singles Mutual Matches After — Real Rounds** As a participant, you'll connect via short one-on-one Zoom rounds with Geelong singles your age curated by personality quiz, while a host keeps the rounds comfortable. Prior to the event, you submit a short personality questionnaire — those results are used to connect you with Geelong singles who fit your profile, giving every chat a better foundation than a swipe ever could. Once the rounds end, your mutual matches are disclosed — contact details flow only on mutual selection — and what happens next is entirely up to you. **Register under your age group:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=the-sociable-singles-meaningful-adventure-network&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=the-sociable-singles-meaningful-adventure-network&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=the-sociable-singles-meaningful-adventure-network&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=500.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Geelong&groupurlname=the-sociable-singles-meaningful-adventure-network&ar=55+&face_v=4.0) **⚠️ Important:** An rsvp on this page is not a confirmed spot, so use the link for your age bracket above, sign up, and finish the short personality quiz — places are capped so do this promptly, and completing both steps is the only way to be confirmed. --- **This works best for:** - Singles locally in Geelong bored of matches that fade out before meeting and want to meet real locals without the faff. - First-timers in Geelong fed up with conversations that fizzle before a first date and want to try something that actually works. - People from Geelong done with apps that waste evenings for no return and want to meet real locals without the faff. **How it works** 1. **Complete registration** – by tapping the link for your age group, then finish the compatibility quiz, since this is how you are officially confirmed. 2. **Log on** – using the video link shared before the session, any device with a camera and mic is all you need, and a host keeps everything smooth from that point. 3. **Rotate through dates** – short timed video rounds with Geelong people matched to you by age and quiz, with everything paced by a host so nothing drags, given that the matching was done before the evening started. 4. **Collect your mutual matches** – mutual selections are shared privately once the evening wraps, as privacy is guaranteed for all non-mutual selections, and the outcome is yours to take forward at your leisure. ⭐ *"Completely changed my view of speed dating — met two people I would happily see again"* – Geelong speed dater 💡 **Worth knowing:** connect via wired internet if that is an option, and it sets you up for a better evening overall, as once it is done you can forget about it and just enjoy the evening. --- ✨ One Zoom call, real conversations, real matches — register before spots fill and we will set the rest up for you for this session. The rounds are better than you think. ❤️‍🔥 ✨

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs. This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context. We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing. **SPEAKER BIO** Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856 **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/) **THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/) **DIRECTIONS** 8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH go to 4th floor. **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

You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.

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!

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** TBD **YouTube Link** TBD

Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space. No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving. If you’d like to take the stage, message \*\*Chris (the organizer)\*\*with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.linkedin.com/company/transformlabs/) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/transformlabshq)