Technology Startups

Susitinkame Vasarį! Meetup'as vyks gyvai, truks apie 2 val. **Data ir vieta** Renginys vyks 2026 02 19, ketvirtadienį, 17 val., Jonavos g. 60C, Kaunas (Hostinger) **Programa** 17:00 Įžanga 17:05 Paulius Šetkus - Efektyvios Google Ads strategijos el. parduotuvėms 18:00 Pertraukėlė 18:15 Justinas Urbutis, Šarūnas Ribakovas - Carbon neutral 19:00 Pabaiga Susitikimo vieta: Jonavos g. 60C, Kaunas (Hostinger) • Ofisas įsikūręs B korpuse (tolimiausiame įėjime nuo gatvės). • Pagrindinis įėjimas – iš „Lidl” aikštelės pusės. • Įėję į korpusą, kairėje pusėje, šalia liftų, pamatysite domofoną. • Paspauskite mygtuką „Hostinger” ir palaukite, kol atsilieps administratorė. • Įėję į liftą, spauskite 4-ą aukštą. We meet in February! The meetup will take place in person and last about 2 hours. **Date and Location** The event is on February 19, 2026, Thursday, at 5 PM, Jonavos g. 60C, Kaunas (Hostinger).​ **Program** * 17:00 Introduction * 17:05 Paulius Šetkus - Effective Google Ads Strategies for e-commerce * 18:00 Break * 18:15 Justinas Urbutis, Šarūnas Ribakovas - Carbon neutral * 19:00 End \*\*\* **Apie Kaunas WordPress Meetup** Meetup'as skirtas visiems - ir naujokams, ir pažengusiems, kurie vienokiu ar kitokiu būdu naudoja, ar norėtų naudoti WordPress. Čia susitinka programuotojai, dizaineriai, tinklaraštininkai, marketingo ir SEO specialistai, tinklapių administratoriai, freelanceriai, projektų vadovai, studentai, pradedantys verslą bei patyrę verslininkai. Kiekviename susitikime temos/veiklos yra skirtingos, tad tai puiki galimybė apie WordPress sužinoti iš įvairių pusių bei susipažinti su įvairių sričių atstovais, rasti kolegų, partnerių, darbuotojų, darbdavių ar tiesiog draugų. Taip pat mielai laukiame norinčių pasidalinti savo patirtimi ir žiniomis. Jei norite pasidalinti patirtimi šiame ar kito mėnesio meetup'e, brūkštelkite [labas@kodopoetai.lt](mailto:labas@kodopoetai.lt) ir aptarsime. Iki susitikimo! **About Kaunas WordPress Meetup** Meetup is for everyone, both newbies and advanced, who use or would like to use WordPress in one way or another. Programmers, designers, bloggers, marketing and SEO specialists, website administrators, freelancers, project managers, students, business startups, and experienced entrepreneurs meet here. Each meeting has different topics/activities, so it's a great opportunity to learn about WordPress from different angles and meet representatives from different fields, find colleagues, partners, employees, employers, or just friends. The talks are usually in Lithuanian unless it is noted differently in the meetup agenda. We also welcome those who want to share their experience and knowledge. If you want to give a talk at one of the future meetups, send an email to [labas@kodopoetai.lt](mailto:labas@kodopoetai.lt) and we will discuss it. See you!

Susitinkame Vasarį! Meetup'as vyks gyvai, truks apie 2 val. **Data ir vieta** Renginys vyks 2026 02 19, ketvirtadienį, 17 val., Jonavos g. 60C, Kaunas (Hostinger) **Programa** 17:00 Įžanga 17:05 Paulius Šetkus - Efektyvios Google Ads strategijos el. parduotuvėms 18:00 Pertraukėlė 18:15 Justinas Urbutis, Šarūnas Ribakovas - Carbon neutral 19:00 Pabaiga Susitikimo vieta: Jonavos g. 60C, Kaunas (Hostinger) • Ofisas įsikūręs B korpuse (tolimiausiame įėjime nuo gatvės). • Pagrindinis įėjimas – iš „Lidl” aikštelės pusės. • Įėję į korpusą, kairėje pusėje, šalia liftų, pamatysite domofoną. • Paspauskite mygtuką „Hostinger” ir palaukite, kol atsilieps administratorė. • Įėję į liftą, spauskite 4-ą aukštą. We meet in February! The meetup will take place in person and last about 2 hours. **Date and Location** The event is on February 19, 2026, Thursday, at 5 PM, Jonavos g. 60C, Kaunas (Hostinger).​ **Program** * 17:00 Introduction * 17:05 Paulius Šetkus - Effective Google Ads Strategies for e-commerce * 18:00 Break * 18:15 Justinas Urbutis, Šarūnas Ribakovas - Carbon neutral * 19:00 End \*\*\* **Apie Kaunas WordPress Meetup** Meetup'as skirtas visiems - ir naujokams, ir pažengusiems, kurie vienokiu ar kitokiu būdu naudoja, ar norėtų naudoti WordPress. Čia susitinka programuotojai, dizaineriai, tinklaraštininkai, marketingo ir SEO specialistai, tinklapių administratoriai, freelanceriai, projektų vadovai, studentai, pradedantys verslą bei patyrę verslininkai. Kiekviename susitikime temos/veiklos yra skirtingos, tad tai puiki galimybė apie WordPress sužinoti iš įvairių pusių bei susipažinti su įvairių sričių atstovais, rasti kolegų, partnerių, darbuotojų, darbdavių ar tiesiog draugų. Taip pat mielai laukiame norinčių pasidalinti savo patirtimi ir žiniomis. Jei norite pasidalinti patirtimi šiame ar kito mėnesio meetup'e, brūkštelkite [labas@kodopoetai.lt](mailto:labas@kodopoetai.lt) ir aptarsime. Iki susitikimo! **About Kaunas WordPress Meetup** Meetup is for everyone, both newbies and advanced, who use or would like to use WordPress in one way or another. Programmers, designers, bloggers, marketing and SEO specialists, website administrators, freelancers, project managers, students, business startups, and experienced entrepreneurs meet here. Each meeting has different topics/activities, so it's a great opportunity to learn about WordPress from different angles and meet representatives from different fields, find colleagues, partners, employees, employers, or just friends. The talks are usually in Lithuanian unless it is noted differently in the meetup agenda. We also welcome those who want to share their experience and knowledge. If you want to give a talk at one of the future meetups, send an email to [labas@kodopoetai.lt](mailto:labas@kodopoetai.lt) and we will discuss it. See you!

**Join the Discussion on NASA Technology Transfer** NASA Technology Transfer is a program that licenses inventions, software, and innovations developed for space exploration to private industry, startups, and universities. It maximizes the public benefit of taxpayer-funded research, fostering economic growth through spinoff technologies in fields like medical devices, manufacturing, and consumer products. [https://technology.nasa.gov/](https://technology.nasa.gov/) Key aspects of the NASA Technology Transfer program include: * **Licensing & Software:** NASA patents and over 900 software packages are available for commercial, academic, or personal use, often through low-cost or no-upfront-cost startup licenses. * **Technology Transfer University (T2U):** Connects NASA’s portfolio with universities to provide students access to cutting-edge technology. * **Spinoffs:** Annual publication highlighting technologies, such as improved cameras, materials, or medical tools, that have transitioned from space to terrestrial applications. * **Evaluation Licenses:** Allows companies to "test drive" technology for 12 months with minimal commitment to assess commercial viability. **Katrina Young** is a Technology Transfer Specialist at NASA's Langley Applied Research Center (LARC), where she has served for decades. Her current efforts are focused on assisting entrepreneurs interested in licensing NASA patents and software assets. **The Discussion.** This series of hybrid events is perfect for budding entrepreneurs, experienced executive mentors cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, early-stage investors, and students exploring innovative product design. At this session, business founders will benefit from the guest speaker's insight regarding NASA technology and licensing opportunities. * Friday, February 20, 2026 * 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST No pre-registration is required. Join us: Robins School of Business 102 UR Drive, iLab Room 123 University of Richmond, VA 23173 **Parking.** Free parking is available in the U5 and U6 lots immediately adjacent to the Robins School. Please enter the main foyer, turn to the left and proceed to room 123 (EY Innovation Lab) on the ground floor. Please note that visitors have a two-hour parking window. Please sign in when you enter the room, providing your license plate number. **On Zoom Webinar:** https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89608419334?pwd=am0F9r85xPfh7aBaxtdUDILYsvNAwJ.1

We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)

## **1 Million Cups Loudoun – February 25 Business Presentation** **Featuring Seeman Saeed, Founder of LeakzAlert** **Wednesday\, February 25 \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun** We’re excited to welcome **Seeman Saeed**, founder of **LeakzAlert**, to the 1 Million Cups Loudoun stage to share an innovative solution focused on prevention, protection, and smarter property management. **About the Business** LeakzAlert provides **water leak detection and monitoring services** designed to identify issues early and help prevent costly damage. By delivering proactive alerts and monitoring, LeakzAlert supports property owners and managers in protecting their assets, reducing risk, and avoiding unexpected disruptions. **Who Seeman Is Looking to Hear From** Seeman is eager to connect with professionals across: * Property management * Property maintenance companies * Home insurance providers * Hotels and hospitals * Homeowners * Anyone responsible for facility or property oversight **Current Focus** As LeakzAlert gains traction, Seeman is seeking feedback on: * Sales scalability * Sustainable growth strategies * Expanding market reach * Building strong industry partnerships **Why Attend?** * Learn about a service that directly impacts workplace success * Provide valuable feedback to a growing business * Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and community leaders * Be part of a collaborative, solutions-focused conversation **What is 1 Million Cups?** 1 Million Cups is a national program that brings entrepreneurs and communities together to learn, connect, and grow through presentations and discussion. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month. Join us on **February 25 at 9:00 AM** for coffee, connection, and a meaningful conversation about communication, workforce development, and business growth. We look forward to seeing you there!

**Get a Head Start - AI Vibe Creating** This workshop will focus on using Gemini-based AI tools to help teams develop a one-page lean canvas, a research report, a visual prototype [via Google Stitch](https://stitch.withgoogle.com/), and a pitch deck. This hands-on workshop teaches participants how to use AI tools at every key stage of building a project: planning, researching, visual prototyping, and pitching. Inspired by the structure of the [Ideas of Impact Challenge](https://ideasofimpact.com), this session shows how AI can be more than a shortcut; it can be a strategic thinking partner. Participants will learn how to: * Clarify their problem and define a strong value proposition using AI-supported planning tools * Speed up research and customer discovery with focused AI prompts * Build a visual prototype or demo using accessible AI platforms * Craft a clear, confident pitch that tells a compelling story Instead of using AI just to generate content, this workshop focuses on using AI to sharpen ideas, reduce confusion, and move from concept to action quickly. By the end of the session, participants will leave with: * A clearer project direction * A basic prototype or demo concept * A stronger and more structured pitch This workshop is ideal for first-time founders, student innovators, and social impact teams who want to move fast while building something meaningful. Workshop participants will need a laptop, a Gmail account, and their phone to participate in this session. **Join DJ Little - Changemaker**. He is an Economic Futurist, Technologist, and Worldbuilder co-creating an evolutionary economic model and community to prepare impact-driven creators for the future of work and entrepreneurship. As a serial entrepreneur, he has received the following recogintion: Halcyon Fellow, 2023; 21st Century Grant Collaboration, 2023-2024; 4.0 Schools Angel Syndicate Grant Recipient, 2024; Arch Grants Finalist, 2024; and 4.0 Schools Tiny Fellowship, 2025. **Charles Ajemian - Impact Founder.** With over 24 years of experience in leading innovative, human-centered design projects and online strategy consulting, Charles Ajemian is the Founder and Director of Mediaflux Benefit Corporation, a digital innovations company that specializes in social enterprise and impact consulting, online business strategy, and enterprise technology strategy, design, and development. Charles is a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and a UX Design professional who manages development projects across national and international accounts, integrating custom codebase that operationalizes continuous optimization. Charles is also a passionate advocate and a former national director of Social Enterprise Alliance, a platform that supports and advances the movement of organizations and individuals who dedicate themselves to social progress through social enterprise. He is inspired by the promise of web3 and the block arts, and strives to enable mission-driven individuals and organizations to succeed through adaptive leadership and responsible technology stewardship. He is committed to the principles of purpose-driven economies and equanimity-centered marketplaces, and facilitates the curation and utilization of shared resource collaborations for a more common wealth. **Please note this is a Pre-Launch discussion, a part of Startup Weekend - Richmond Changemakers, Feb. 20 - 22.** **The Experience.** This series will be held in hybrid format for budding entrepreneurs, experienced executive mentors cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, early-stage investors, and students exploring innovative product design. **Hybrid Logistics.** * Friday, February 20, 2026 * 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST No pre-registration is required. Join us: Robins School of Business 102 UR Drive, EY iLab Room 123 University of Richmond, VA 23173 Parking. Free parking is available in the U5 and U6 lots immediately adjacent to the Robins School. Please enter the main foyer, turn to the left and proceed to room 123 (EY Innovation Lab) on the ground floor. Please note that visitors have a two-hour parking window. Please sign in when you enter the room, providing your license plate number. On Zoom Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89608419334?pwd=am0F9r85xPfh7aBaxtdUDILY

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The next NoVABeerSec event - "Informal Gathering of Security Minds Over Beer'' will be Wednesday, February 25th, 5:30PM til 7ish at Crooked Run Fermentation (22455 Davis Drive, Sterling, VA ). **BONUS** there is a Senor Ramon Taqueria as part of the brewery; so it will be a “Taco Wednesday” for everyone ;) **Venue for February:** Crooked Run Fermentation (https://crookedrunfermentation.com/sterling-virginia-2/) - Crooked Run Fermentation is a Virginia-based producer of contemporary and traditional beers, coolship sours, natural wines, ciders, and seltzers. Started in 2013 in Leesburg, Virginia, Crooked Run has developed a following for creative and nuanced beverages across a variety of styles, from lagers to IPAs, barrel-aged stouts, sours, and beyond beer. In 2017, we opened our main production facility in Sterling, Virginia, and will open a third location in northeast DC in 2022. Opened in 2017, the Sterling location features a bustling taproom, outdoor biergarten, 10 BBL brewhouse, and best of all, TACOS! Senor Ramon Taqueria offers a full menu of tacos, quesadillas, empanadas, and more. Come relax with 12 beers on tap, weekend live music, and some great food! If you're biking, we're right off the W&OD Trail. **Additional Info:** We are an inclusive group, so if we missed anyone please let us know or if you want to bring your significant other/spouse please do. Have a great week and see you later this month! Cheers, Rinaldi Rampen & Mike McCabe of @NoVABeerSec