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š· Founders & Wine: Friday Night Networking
Itās time to unwind, sip some wine, and connect with fellow founders in Berlin! Our next event is all about **casual conversations and meaningful connections** in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether youāre a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started, this is your chance to meet like-minded people and share ideas over a glass (or two) of wine.
**What to Expect:**
⢠**Meet & Greet**: Chat with other startup founders, swap stories, and find potential collaborators.
⢠**Wine & Network**: Enjoy great wine (available for purchase at the bar š·) and let the conversations flow.
⢠**Inspiring Connections**: Share challenges, brainstorm ideas, and grow your network in Berlinās vibrant startup scene.
This event is all about keeping it simple, social, and stress-free. So come as you are, grab a glass of your favorite vintage, and letās build some great connections in the Berlin startup community!
**Pitch Your Startup & Find Cofounders:**
Join our Berlin founders-only startup community on Slack - [https://join.slack.com/t/startupsberlingroup/shared_invite/zt-38iro2d1e-ykoEtiW6LVfKV2~U2nu_YQ](https://join.slack.com/t/startupsberlingroup/shared_invite/zt-38iro2d1e-ykoEtiW6LVfKV2~U2nu_YQ)
Door Ring: Werner!! Anatomy of the Convertible Loan
**š Happy New Year, Startup Berlin! š**
First of all: happy new year to everyone in the community ā founders, builders, operators, and the startup-curious š
Iām excited to step in as a new organizer and help keep Startup Berlin a practical, founder-first network.
To kick off 2026, Iām thinking about a **casual āHappy New Yearā get-together** in Berlin:
* š Pizza & šŗ beer
* š¤ relaxed networking
* š a **30-minute practical intro session**:
**āAnatomy of a ⦠agreementā**
(no legalese, no theory ā just what actually matters in practice)
After the short session, plenty of time to hang out, meet people, and exchange war stories.
**Update: It is going to be about the Convertible Loan Agreement!**
Further topics to be covered in future sessions:
* Shareholdersā Agreement ā control, vetoes, deadlocks, exits
* Employment Agreements ā early hires, ESOP/VSOP, typical pitfalls
* Founder Agreements ā equity splits, vesting, break-ups
* Something else? (tell us!)
If thereās enough interest, Iāll organize a date and venue shortly (presumably Feb 6th). Depending on the turn-out we might have to restrict participation due to available space (we will find a way for doing it fairly and no worries, there will be more sessions and I am happy to repeat).
Looking forward to hearing what would be most valuable for the community ā and hopefully seeing many of you in person soon. š
How to start a Startup: Building a Community Podcast
Network and get inspired with entrepreneurs from diverse disciplines and cultures every first Friday of the month. The idea is collective contribution. Everybody bring š„Øš·š
share their skills and experiences.
Agenda
18:00-18:30 Boarding
18:30-19:15 Intro-Round
Everybody 1-2 min:
Tell your name, what you do
and how we cam help you
Pause (15 min.)
19:30-20:15 10 min pitches +
10 min feedback/discussion
Pause (30 min)
21:15-22:00 Final-Round
*****
Event is free of charge!
Bring š„Øš·šāāļø instead.
*****
Letās networth through a common community project in 2026:š
Letās build together a š„ FirstFriday š„Youtube-Channel! š¦
from 0 to hero! With SHORTS of our events, TUTORIALS and even PODCASTS from our experts. š
We are opening doors to discover new talents, who are willing to participate in any way they choose (equipment, editing, sharing, creating contentā¦). Join us!
Creative Code Stammtisch [NEW LOCATION @ Prachtsaal]
**ā NEW LOCATION! ā PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE 8PM! ā**
The Creative Code Stammtisch is a casual show-and-tell for artists, makers, designers, coders, performers, learners and anyone interested in the use of computing skills for artistic expression.
The event is free and open to all, regardless of age, origin, gender or experience. Beginners and first-timers should feel especially welcome! You don't have to be a coder yourself š
HOW TO FIND US?
Find Prachtsaal Studio by crossing the courtyard next to Cafe Augusta on Jonasstr. 22, 12053 Berlin. **NOTE: NEW LOCATION!**
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
We start with quick introductions, then open the floor to anyone who wants to present something. There are usually around six 10-minute slots available, plus time for questions from the audience. First-timers are encouraged to share their work.
Topics range from net art to computational design and interactive installations all the way to wearable electronics or generative poetry. If youāre wondering whether your own project might fit, take a look at the [Stammtisch archive](https://creativecodeberlin.github.io/Stammtisch/) to see what others have shared in the past.
This event is *not* just for coders! New-media artists and anyone working with technology in their art are very welcome to share. If you enjoy art and/or technology, youāll likely have a great time, and maybe even learn something new!
BEGINNERS WELCOME!
If youāre new to creative coding, you can find beginner-friendly resources at [creativecode.berlin/learn](https://creativecode.berlin/learn).
THIS IS YOUR SPACE
We do our best to create a welcoming environment for all people regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. People from group generally underrepresented in open-source, art, and technology fields are warmly encouraged to come by. And if you know someone who might enjoy this meetup but isnāt sure itās for them, let them know theyāll be welcome!
SAFE SPACE POLICY
We support the Berlin Code of Conduct:
[berlincodeofconduct.org](http://berlincodeofconduct.org/)
Please read and make sure you agree with its content.
ACCESSIBILITY
Prachtsaal Studio is located on an easy to access ground floor. We're very sorry to say that the bathrooms are not wheelchair accessible yet.
DO I NEED TO SPEAK GERMAN?
We speak mostly English so international guests are more than welcome! Our team also speaks French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Finnish and German... though language availability may vary depending on which organizers are present :)
CONTACT
Raphaƫl de Courville
team@creativecode.berlin
+49 (0) 176 70070572
or get in touch via [creativecode.berlin](https://creativecode.berlin/)
***
The featured artwork of the month is by [Grit Kit](https://gritschuster.de/).
We'd love to feature your work on the cover for the next Stammtisch! Please send an image at team@creativecode.berlin
Lean Coffee for Managers & Leaders
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.
Coworking at Alexanderplatz
Today we are working in a beautiful location at Alexanderplatz with desks, power sockets, free WiFi, available food/drinks and air conditioning. We will be working on the second floor of the building with a beautiful view of the Fernsehturm.
NOTE: We don't share the venue location publicly. Find out where it is by joining our Telegram chat group: **[https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly)**
š“ Tired of working by yourself?
š”ļø Too hot or too cold to work at home?
š« Contents of your fridge or the laundry distracting you?
š» Come join other freelancers and remote workers for coworking!
āļø There are no membership requirements, free WiFi, some power sockets, a large desk, some affordable coffee, toasted sandwiches and drinks!
ā° We'll be there from the start time, but feel free to stop by any time.
⢠WHAT TO BRING ā¢
Whatever you need to work on your own project / tasks :)
⢠QUESTIONS? ā¢
Join our Telegram chat group to ask any questions:
[https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly)
⢠MORE EVENTS? ā¢
To have more events, we need more organisers. If you would like to help out, please get in touch [š](https://emojipedia.org/grinning-face/)
Reading Party āļøš
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***For address and more details see the website.***
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**Event Info:**
Bring along your **current book to read** (or something **creative** to work on ššØš§µ) and join us for this mix of a shared focus time + discussion.
\- 19:00\-19:30 \- Meet & greet
\- 19:30\-20:30 \- Silent focus time
\- 20:30 \- Discussion of books/ projects over coffee
**Drinks & snacks are included** āļø
* **To reserve your place, a ticket (ā¬9,90/event) or a community pass (only ā¬14,90/MONTH) [from the website](www.pausify.org) is required**
* **Attendance here doesnāt show all sign-ups from other platforms.**
***FAQ: Why does it cost money if I bring my own project?***
Because we rent a beautiful, central space for every event. Ever thought your monthly apartment rent was too high? Well, multiply that ā thatās what commercial spaces in big cities like Berlin cost *per hour*.
Of course, if all you want is just some quiet time, your home or a library is perfect. But if youād like to focus & connect with others in an inspiring space ā with drinks, snacks included ā thatās what your ticket helps to cover.
See pics from our events below - and on our Instagram: **[@Pausify (Co-Reading Space)](https://www.instagram.com/pausify_org/) āļø**š
**[Pausify Co-Reading Space Website](www.pausify.org/)**
For questions, please contact us over [Website](www.pausify.org/) as this platform can have issues. Thank you!
*Please note that photos and videos may be taken during the event and used for promotional purposes to highlight and share the experiences at our events. If you have concerns, don't hesitate to approach the event organizers before the event.*
Virtualization Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Build & Learn: Data Science with Coffee [Cohort 6 Image Processing]
š
**Week 3 Focus: Training Your Own Deep Learning Model**
Each 7-week cycle focuses on a small, well-defined part of a larger systemāand over time, these cycles build toward a complete, real-world project
Feel free to join at any week and we will catch you up. There is no need to be at the beginning of the cohort to build. Complete beginners welcomed!
š By the End of a Full Cycle, You should Have
šÆ A working project in your own GitHub repo
šÆ A small but real portfolio piece you can demo or write about
š§ **Current Project**
This cycleās shared project is an **image-based knowledge extraction system**.
In Week 2, we explored classical computer vision with OpenCV and introduced the full data labeling workflow needed for deep learning models.
In **Week 3**, weāll make the jump into modern deep learning with **YOLO**:
* Quick recap of OpenCV techniques and how they compare to deep learning approaches
* Intuition-first overview of how YOLO works (what it predicts, how training actually happens)
* How labeled datasets are used to train object detection models
* Walkthrough of training YOLO on your own project data
\*\*\*
**š Who Is This For?**
š¹ Beginners who learn best by doing ā no prior experience needed
š¹ Career switchers from product, engineering, design, marketing, or other fields who want to break into data
š¹ Analysts, engineers, and PMs looking to sharpen their skills or build real-world projects
š¹ Data professionals who want a creative playground outside of work
š¹ Anyone with big questions and a love for learning through experimentation
\*\*\*
**BUILD. LEARN. EXPERIMENT. OVER COFFEE.**
Come hang out, meet like-minded people, and work on something fun.
š Based in Berlin ā in-person meetups only (for now!)
š» Laptops + ā highly encouraged
Join our Discord ā [https://discord.gg/dPnmzcCP8w](https://discord.gg/dPnmzcCP8w)
Check out our program resources: [Google Drive](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15DmZqD4bLBk2vU4zpvh1HiB3_5n09v-q?usp=sharing)
\*\*\*
⨠Whoās Hosting?
Iām Lindsey, a senior data scientist working on AI, causal inference, and data products. Iāve built models for fraud detection, uplift modeling, and LLM-based systems. I am always open to suggestion for different format for this meetup.
Access Bars®: Ein Kurs, der Dein Leben verändern kann
Bist du bereit für viele positive Veränderungen? Dann kommt der Access Bars® Kurs genau richtig für dich! Jeden Tag erleben knapp eine Million Menschen weltweit die transformative Kraft dieses Körperprozesses. Wissenschaftliche Studien belegen die positiven Wirkungen auf das Gehirn, das Nervensystem und den Körper.
Die Access Bars® berühren alle Aspekte des Lebens: Beziehung, Körper, Alterung, Heilung, Selbstliebe, Freude, Trauer, Beziehung und Kommunikation, innerer Frieden ua.
Klick auf meine Website und erfahre, was die Bars® bewirken können und welche kraftvollen Werkzeuge du an diesem Kurstag mit nach Hause nimmst.
https://www.i-feel-so-good.de/access-consciousness/access-consciousness-einzelsessions/access-bodyprozesse.html
Nachdem du den Kurs abgeschlossen hast, erhältst du das Practitioner Zertifikat. Es qualifiziert dich, die Access Bars® anderen zu geben, deinen Familienmitgliedern, deinen Freunden und deinen Klienten. Und natürlich kannst du die Bars® auch bei dir selbst anwenden. Nach dem Kurs kannst du dich mit anderen Praktizierenden zum Austausch treffen.
Bist du bereit für ein leichteres Leben? Dann freue ich mich, wenn du mit dabei bist!
Kontaktiere mich gerne, wenn du Fragen hast oder eine Kennenlernsession buchen mƶchtest.
PS: Die Anmeldung für den Kurs ist nur telefonisch möglich.
[face to face] Interview Simulation
Join this **Interview Simulation** session ā to sharpen the skills for both interviews **and** architectural pitches.
š” How it works
The event is split into three parts:
1. **Answers for common behavioral questions** \- at the beginning\, I will read some common interview questions\, explain what they mean\, and give the correct answers\.
2. **Interview Simulation (10 minute rounds)** ā One participant acts as the interviewee and answers a round of behavioral and design-focused questions. Each other participant gets to ask him one interview question.
3. **Feedback Round** ā The group provides feedback on communication, structure, and clarity. Constructive criticism is encouraged.
š”You will be asked:
* **Behavioral questions** (āTell me about yourselfā, āDescribe a challenge you faced...ā)
* **Technical questions** (based on your tech stack)
* **Light design problems** (high-level reasoning, not code)
No need to prepare anything in advance ā just bring curiosity and an open mind.
Feel free to bring your CV if youād like feedback from others, or share a few words if youāre currently job hunting. If so, we will also brainstorm answers to more common questions that you were asked.
Whether youāre preparing for an interview or simply want to grow as a software designer or architect, this session is for you.
Note: location is restaurant Hackesher Hoff: https://maps.app.goo.gl/btSChwkJzaoUSfN7A
š”Resources:
* IT portfolio ideas: ideabrowser.com , reddit.com/r/SideProject
* mock interview platforms: pramp.com , interviewbit.com , finalroundai.com
* online coding platforms: leetcode.com, hackerrank.com, codewars.com , codingame.com , projecteuler.net ,techiedelight.com , exercism.org
* confidence building exercises: [Confidence exercises ](https://limewire.com/d/o4tZw#RLA03qdOxU) , [reddit discussion](https://www.reddit.com/r/jobs/comments/1cjlblp/how_in_the_world_do_you_keep_your_selfesteem_up/) , [another discussion](https://www.quora.com/How-do-I-keep-my-self-esteem-from-being-destroyed-while-job-hunting) , [quora discussion](https://www.quora.com/In-my-late-50s-I-find-myself-out-of-work-for-the-first-time-in-30-years-How-do-I-replace-apprehension-and-anxiety-with-confidence-to-job-hunt)
* success stories: [story 1](https://www.reddit.com/r/RemoteJobseekers/comments/1p8faip/i_finally_landed_a_remote_job_after_10_months_of/), [story 2](https://www.reddit.com/r/RemoteJobseekers/comments/1fdpeg2/how_i_landed_multiple_remote_job_offers_my_remote/)
Berlin Founders Nights ( Meet & Greet )
**Youāre not alone in this founder journey.**
Join GrowFirmaās **Founder Meet & Greet** this Saturday evening for a relaxed, noāagenda meetup with fellow founders, earlyāstage builders, and startup enthusiasts in Berlin.
This is your chance to:
* Connect with other founders in person over drinks and snacks.
* Share your current project, get quick feedback, and exchange ideas.
* Find potential coāfounders, collaborators, or mentors in the Berlin ecosystem.
* Get introduced to upcoming GrowFirma events: **Solo Founders Assist** and **Founders Pitch Feedback**.
There are no formal pitches, no slides, and no pressure - just honest conversations, new connections, and founder energy.
**Want to stay updated?**
Join the **GrowFirma Founder Community** (WhatsApp / LinkedIn group) for weekly event reminders, founder tips, and exclusive news:
š [Community](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H5MlDQgJtG0GF6WdRu3dYb?mode=gi_t)
Whether youāre just starting out or already building, this is your weekly Berlin founder hangout.
See you there! š
Founders Running Club :: Berlin
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacerāpets, friends, family, are welcome.
šļø Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
š Now in 35+ cities
š
Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
Sunday Tech Coffee Meetup
Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin.
We are usually inside and to the right. Ask the barista/bartender if you can't find us.
Productive Sunday Morning - Co-Working Session (Deep Work, all work welcome)
Hey everyone!
Iām organising a co-working + socialising session for all of us who like to work on something (e.g. our own project, freelance or remote work) but don't feel like sitting alone at home. š
To ensure that we have both **socialising** AND **working**, we will be using the so called āPomodoroā technique:
**50min of deep work** (silent), followed by **10min of break** to socialise. Then repeat! If you get into flow, you're also welcome to skip the breaks.
Itās an effective way to stay focused - you can read more about it [here](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique).
Anyone from any background is welcome, whatever project you are working on or whatever is your personal background.
I (the host) speak English and German, so either is fine :-)
āāāāāāāāāāāāāāāāāā-
AGENDA:
* **15min Intro**
* Get to know everyone, talk about what you will work on today
* **Pomodoro Session** (3x) - *Each Pomodoro session consists* *of...*
* ...**50min** of uninterrupted ādeep workā (no talking, no interruptions, no phones)
* ...**10min** of break: share your progress with others, talk about what you are stuck on etc.
* Repeat
* Conclude and celebrate your progress
Share your progress, socialise and get to know others š
āāāā
We'll be at the Social Hub Berlin (they have a food menu in case you get hungry). The structured part will end at 2:30pm, but you're welcome to stay longer, go for lunch together, or leave earlier. See you there š©µ
**\*\*We'll reserve the long table. Please update your RSVP in advance if you can't attend!\*\***
Virtualization Events Near You
Connect with your local Virtualization community
Recruiting Virtual Mental Health Group Leaders!
We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country.
Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply.
### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?**
Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being.
Whether youāre seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment.
## **Why Join?**
* **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** ā Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance.
* **Feel Less Alone** ā Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space.
* **Gain Clarity & Perspective** ā Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection.
## **The Ideal Group Leader**
The ideal group leader
* Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community.
* Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us.
* Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind.
* An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection.
* An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms.
* Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus.
## **Our Impact**

Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported:
* A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being.
* An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging.
* Said they would return again.
We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself.
### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based**
Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. Itās a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission!
Every contribution helps us:
* **Cover Essential Costs** ā Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization.
* **Grow Our Mission** ā With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year.
By choosing to contribute, youāre not just leading an eventāyouāre helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic.
## **Come Join Us!**
Weād love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection.
š¹ **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside
š¹ **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** ā https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application
š¹ **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind
Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831
Azure CBUS February: Build Your Own MCP Server
### Tools in your AI's Toolbox : An introduction to MCP Servers
The generative AI revolution has unlocked unprecedented capabilities, but the next frontier is agency: empowering models to interact with, query, and act upon the world. The current challenge is the āN x M integration problem,ā where every AI model requires a custom, brittle integration for each external tool or data source. This approach simply doesnāt scale. How can we give an AI access to our sales leads, code repositories, or IoT devices in a standardized, secure, and reusable way?
This session introduces Anthropicās Model Context Protocol (MCP), the open-source framework designed to solve this challenge and become the universal connectorāthe USB-C portāfor AI. MCP standardizes how AI models discover and use external tools, moving beyond simple function-calling to a robust, client-server architecture. We will dive into how this open protocol is creating a new ecosystem for building powerful, context-aware AI agents.
Join this session for a developer-focused introduction where you will learn how to:
Understand the core concepts of the open-source Model Context Protocol and its architecture.
Utilize pre-built, open-source MCP servers to instantly connect AI to tools like Git, Slack, and databases.
Build a custom MCP server to securely expose your own proprietary data and APIs as tools for any compliant AI.
Move beyond bespoke integrations and contribute to a standardized, collaborative, and open ecosystem.
Stop building one-off connectors and start building intelligent agents. This session will give you the practical knowledge to leverage MCP and create the next generation of AI that doesnāt just talk, but does.
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
[https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/](https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/)
Apply to be an Ohio Virtual Men's Group Leader!
Are you passionate about supporting other men on their mental health journey? Weāre building a movement of virtual and in-person menās groups across Ohio ā and weāre looking for group leaders who want to make a real difference with us.
As a group leader, youāll create a safe space where men can connect, reflect, and grow together. Training and support are provided ā you just need heart, presence, and a willingness to lead.
**Apply now to lead a group in your area:**
š https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application
Speak Your Mind is a mental health non profit dedicated to bringing our community together to end the isolation that leads to mental struggle and suicide. Learn more about them here: https://linktr.ee/taketimespeakyourmind
Columbus HUG February
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/
Data & Analytics Wednesday - Compensation Data
**People Analytics 101: Making Sense of Compensation Data**
Compensation data is one of the most widely used and widely misunderstood forms of people analytics.
The session will cover where compensation data comes from, including market pricing data, internal payroll data, and benchmarking sources, and how companies think about structuring and analyzing that information. We will explore how compensation data is leveraged to set salary ranges, manage internal equity, support hiring and retention, and align pay with business strategy. A portion of the session will address common data challenges and limitations, such as market noise, inconsistent job matching, and incomplete datasets, while keeping the primary focus on practical use rather than technical depth.
The session will also look ahead at where the space is going, including the growing impact of pay transparency laws, expanding pay equity requirements, and emerging regulations in the US and Europe that require organizations to report on gender and pay gaps. The goal is to give attendees a clear mental model for how compensation analytics works today and why getting it right is becoming increasingly critical.
(note: we are back at Rev1 this month!)
**About Our Speaker**
[Alex Moore](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexscottmoore/) is the founder of [Moore Cooperative](https://moorecooperative.com/), where he advises organizations on compensation strategy, pay equity, and people analytics. His work focuses on helping organizations like the Ohio Supreme Court design, analyze, and communicate compensation systems that are data-informed, defensible, and aligned with organizational goals. Alex lives in Granville, Ohio and has three little kiddos.
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church Service
Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel.
Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger.
Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life.
Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.
CBusData - Ok I Want to Get Data into Fabric - Now What?
I love my job and one of the main things I do is help customers get going with any of the data technologies at Microsoft. Right now there are a lot of my customers asking about Microsoft Fabric. It's hard to weave across all the shiny new options across the Fabric landscape, let alone figure out where it fits into your organization. In this session we'll focus on answering one question - how can I get data into Fabric? We'll talk through the "it depends" options and see some of the options in live demos.













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