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SearchX London: How Brands Win Visibility in AI-Driven Discovery
Register here: [https://lu.ma/mkx70mx1](https://lu.ma/mkx70mx1)
Google's blue links are no longer the only place decisions get made. Buyers are opening ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI, asking questions, and acting on the answers before they ever click a link. The brands showing up in those answers are winning the shortlist. Most brands do not know where they stand.
This session is a practical look at how AI-driven discovery works, why it matters for your business right now, and what you can do to show up in the right places.
**What to expect**
A live teardown of how real brands appear across AI engines, a clear explanation of why some businesses get cited and others do not, and honest guidance on where to focus first.
**What you get for attending**
Every attendee receives a **free personalised AI Visibility Audit Report**, showing exactly how your brand currently appears across the major AI engines, who is showing up ahead of you, and where the fastest opportunities are.
Spaces are limited. Register above to secure your place.
Hosted by Brdge SearchX
For inquiries, feel free to reach out to kamal@brdge.ai
3D London | 3D Networking Community
3D London, Wednesday 3rd June @ Truckles
It's officially British Summertime, and we're warming things up with a night of visual effects, following last month's wildly successful focus on the archviz and design industry @ Uplift London.
Hosted by **[Nadia Monte](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-monte-57436571/)** & **[Ewan Couper](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewancouper/).**
**Headline Presentations**
* **[Ciro Cardoso](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cirocardoso/)**, Senior Generalist and Environment Artist - **Blur Studios**
Ciro is planning to cover a mix of the work at Axis, Goodbye Kansas, and Blur, along with some of the tools he has developed to support his workflow in Houdini.
* **[Maxim Gehricke](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maximgehricke/)**, Generalist TD - **Framestore**
Max will be presenting his short film 'Sen'.
* **[Wellington Franzão](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wellington-franz%C3%A3o-831010188/)**, Host - **Talk to Franzao**
Franzao will give a short presentation on his award-winning work.
Thanks to our sponsors for supporting our monthly meetups.
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#3dlondon #monthlymeetup
Want to develop your public speaking skills?
IF you have any questions about this event, please email us at canarywharfcommunicators@gmail.com
Canary Wharf Communicators can give you a safe environment to practise your skills (especially speaking in front of audiences and leadership), network with others, have fun and much more!
Whether you’ve got a work presentation or a speech at a wedding coming up, we can help YOU!
Our club is part of Toastmasters International whose mission is to empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Our club has both experienced speakers and beginners.
We warmly welcome new members! We hope to see you there!
Note, 1st Wednesday of the Month is in Mariott and £10 for non-members.
3rd Wednesday of the month is at The Space Westferry road and free for all.
Soirée ciné !
Venez passer une soirée dans notre cinéma et lounge, et parler de films.
Nous vous offrons un verre de vin ou un jus de fruits et un truc à grignoter, mais si vous voulez autre chose; vous pouvez l'apporter.
Nous allons regarder une des comédies françaises les plus populaires.
Après une courte présentation, nous regarderons le film et après nous en discuterons.
**The event costs £10,** but you will not be asked to pay until it is confirmed. It will run if we have **5 attendees** confirmed.
Life Drawing. Steve Models. £12.00
Steve, one of our regular models, returns!
Link to Steve's Instagram [@art_model_steve](https://www.instagram.com/art_model_steve/)
The session is held in the TRA Community Hall, Ground Floor, Simla House, Weston Street, SE1 3RL.
All abilities are welcome to draw and meet likeminded people. Two hours of active dynamic poses from 2 to 25 minutes.
£12.00 for the session. The group is run on a drop-in basis. Pay on the night. Cash or card.
Artists are advised to bring their own materials although a small amount will be available for emergency use.
I think that is everything but message me if you have any queries.
Kind regards,
Cliff
Health Care, Wellness Industry Networking for Professionals at The Anthologist
**ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE VIA THE PAYMENT LINK TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. RSVP TO MEETUP IS NOT ENOUGH**
**Welcome to Socialite Connections –** **Business Networking: Health Care, Wellness Industry**
Join us for an extraordinary networking experience designed exclusively for passionate professionals in the **health care and wellness industry** ecosystem! This dynamic event is your gateway to connecting, collaborating, and catalysing transformative opportunities across cutting-edge industries. Socialite Connections connects the dots between industry experts, entrepreneurs, and organizations, fostering meaningful connections, collaborations, and insights that drive progress and improvement in the healthcare and wellness sector.
**Ticket & Entry: Here is the payment link:** https://www.fatsoma.com/e/mddeubwu/health-care-wellness-industry-networking-for-professionals-at-the-anthologist
**We start the event at 6.00pm with a warm welcome.** Having an open-minded approach is ideal, as it will enable you to establish new connections. We have hired the private room downstairs.
**The Anthologist -** Located in the heart of the City, on Gresham Street by Bank station, The Anthologist is a gorgeous bar & restaurant with a cosy outside seating area. We are ready to welcome you with delicious travel inspired dishes, gorgeous spritzes & bubbly.
**Event Schedule**
**18:00 – 21:00 \| When you arrive\,** your name will be checked off the guest list, you will be given a name badge and you will be introduced to each other.
**19:00 – 19:30 \| One Minute Elevator Pitch:** All attendees will be given the opportunity to introduce themselves to everyone in the room to talk about your startups or ideals. (Pitch starts at 19.00pm sharp, please dont be late)
**19:30pm \- 21:00 \| Network & chill: I**t will be a free form event where guests can mingle amongst each other in a relaxed environment, when the pitches are finished.
**Why Attend?**
Expand your network within the **health and wellness industry**. Gain insights, discover new opportunities, and connect with like-minded professionals. Foster meaningful relationships and drive personal and professional growth while making meaningful professional connections. Potential Partnership Opportunities, gain insights into Emerging Industry Trends.
**One Minute Elevator Pitch:** All attendees will be given the opportunity to introduce themselves to everyone in the room talk about your startups or ideals. (Pitch starts at 19:00pm sharp, please dont be late)
**Who Should Attend?**
This event brings together experts and enthusiasts from the healthcare, wellness industry to share knowledge, ideas, and opportunities in a supportive environment. **Health Care Professionals, Wellness Experts, Entrepreneurs & Investors, Health & Wellness Entrepreneurs, Wellness Technology Experts, Healthcare Practitioners, Nutrition Specialists, Wellness Coaches, Startups & Founders, Working Professionals.**
**Tickets are limited to just 40 attendees.** We like to make sure everyone gets the opportunity to talk to each other.
**Ticket & Entry: Here is the payment link:** https://www.fatsoma.com/e/mddeubwu/health-care-wellness-industry-networking-for-professionals-at-the-anthologist
You are invited to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event.
Register now to secure your spot and be part of this transformative networking experience!
**Tickets need to be bought online in advance to attend this event. Tickets are not available at the door.**
**Refund policy: There is no refund for this event..**
EVERY WEDNESDAY *IN PERSON* Camberwell Life Drawing @The Cambria
HELLO HELLO!!
We'll be at the THE CAMBRIA today as per EVERY WEDNESDAY!! 🥳
🌟 We'll have wonderful professional Life Model modelling for us tonight
🌟 We'll run a SHORT or LONG POSES SESSION (depending on the week) with POSES from 2 to 30min.
🌟 Check out our INSTAGRAM page for more information!
https://www.instagram.com/Camberwell_life_drawing
ALL LEVELS WELCOME !
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Let's get together for some drawing and a glass of wine!!
Camberwell Life Drawing is a group for anyone that want to spend a lovely and chilled evening creating some art in a relaxed, friendly and bohemian atmosphere.
Untutored life drawing classes, every Monday (ar The Sun of Camberwell) & Wednesday (at The Cambria) evening from 7pm to 9pm.
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*£14 per session (Cash or Card)*
Some materials will be provided but please feel free to bring your own too!
RSVP or drop-in on the night Latecomers are very welcome, too.
WE HAVE LIMITED SPACE SO COME EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT*
*WHY US?*
Untutored
Cozy room with beautiful lighting and Bohemian looking venue
Relaxed, friendly atmosphere and cool people!
All abilities welcome!! Don't be shy!!
A glass of wine/beer for the interval & pub for a post-session wind down chat and possibly another drink.
Background soft music
Like us on Facebook & Instagram for more informations!
https://www.facebook.com/camberwellifedrawing
https://www.instagram.com/Camberwell_life_drawing
Visual Communication Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Show and a tell + Social. Corner Corner- Canada Water station
\*Disclaimer: All are welcome. Students, professionals, non professionals, business owners, curious cats.
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Come along to the Corner Corner venue, located just a few minutes walk from Canada water, for a few hours to meet friendly faces, work on your personal projects, or just come and share what passion projects you are all working on.
Feel free to bring your laptop, tablet, sketchbook, and notes on the day.
Whether you work in Animation, Art, Design, Film, Games development, or storytelling, you are welcome to come along. We love being around diverse creatives who want an opportunity to showcase their talents.
This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to socialise with like-minded people and to get friendly feedback on their work.
All backgrounds are welcome to join us, even if your just curious about Animation/Art/Storytelling
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I Look forward to seeing you there.
Soulful Chats Meetup for Canary Wharf and Isle of Dogs Community
🌟Join us for **Soulful Chats # 29-** an evening filled with soulful conversations, good vibes, and genuine connections!
**🌟Each month we have a topic of discussion and take it from there as a group.** **We keep things friendly, relaxed and joyful. We make new connections, listen, inspire and elevate each other.**
**Date:** Thursday 4th June 2026
**Time:** 18:00 - 19:30
**Location:** Hazev - Cafe Section, Discovery Dock Apartments West, 2 S Quay Square, London E14 9RT
**Values of the meet up**: Community, Curiosity, Compassion, Generosity, Acceptance, Oneness
***We talk about all things elevating and uniting, such as:***
* *Health and wellbeing*
* *Purpose*
* *Passions*
* *Spirituality*
* *Supporting and serving our community*
* *Helping others*
* *Remaining hopeful*
***We don’t talk about anything divisive, for example:***
* *Politics*
* *Religion*
* *Wars*
🌟 Whether you're looking to share your thoughts, gain new perspectives, or simply enjoy the company of others, Soulful Chats Meetup is the place to be.
🌟 **Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet inspiring individuals and expand your network.**
**Come join us and let your essence be heard!**
London Content Walk: Better Photos & Short Videos - Phone Only
This event is designed for people who want to create better content with their phone.
Whether you’re a beginner or already posting regularly, you’ll leave with practical skills you can use immediately, not theory, not complicated techniques. Real tips that work.
**Tickets Must Be Booked in Advance here:**
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-content-walk-better-photos-short-videos-phone-only-tickets-1990792717609
The price is £19.99
During the walk through Mayfair, I’ll guide you through:
• How to film smooth, cinematic short videos for any platform
• How to find the best angles, light and details in any location
• How to think like a content creator, not just a tourist with a phone
• How to use London’s streets to create content that actually looks premium
This is not just a meetup. This is a guided content session led by a London photographer and content creator with over 10 years of professional experience working with brands, venues, and influencers.
Small group only - maximum 4 people, so everyone gets personal attention.
You will leave with fresh content ready to post and a completely different way of seeing your phone as a creative tool.
Limited spots. Book in advance.
Fridays- Spanish/English Language Exchange
Join us this Friday for a *FREE Spanish–English Language Exchange* at Hito Coffee (inside Big Belly Bar & Comedy Club) ☕✨
Come meet new people, practice both languages, and enjoy relaxed, real conversations in a friendly and social atmosphere. Whether you’re a beginner, fluent, or just curious—everyone is welcome!
Enjoy a great cup of specialty coffee while you chat, connect, and unwind—it’s the perfect setting to meet like-minded people and feel part of a community.
🎉 *Bonus*
As part of our community, you’ll get **50% off comedy show tickets** at the venue—so you can keep the evening going with some laughs after the meetup!
🌍 *What to expect*
• Easy, natural language practice (Spanish & English)
• Friendly, social vibes
• A great mix of locals & internationals
• Great coffee + good energy
📍 Hito Coffee, South Bank
Inside Big Belly Bar & Comedy Club
Free event — just bring yourself and good vibes ✨
See you there!
### ☕ **Why Hito**
We’re more than coffee—we’re about connection, community, and conversation. This is not a class, it’s a shared experience.
Gallery & Sketching
Have you ever wanted to be that person who sketches in a gallery but you're too nervous to have people look over your shoulder?
Yea, I've been there. It's intimidating. You feel like you're in the room naked.
I've also been the person to sit and sketch and it's one of the most rewarding activities you can do. Just you, the artwork, and a bunch of people wishing they could do the same.
Come and join me on the first Friday of the month and let's go to a gallery. These will be small groups and free of charge. We'll visit a new gallery each month, hopefully free ones and we'll do an hour or so of sketching, followed by a cuppa tea afterwards.
Make sure you register so I can send you all the information a few days before the event.
Dibuja con nosotros ✏️🎨- Club Londinense de Dibujo
¿Hablas español? 🇪🇸 🇲🇽 🇨🇴 🇦🇷 ¿Vives en Londres o alrededores? 🇬🇧 🏙¿Te gusta dibujar? 🎨
Ven y dibuja con nosotros. No hace falta que tengas experiencia o vocación artística. Todos los niveles de habilidad son bienvenidos, pero sí esperamos que hables español
La primera mitad del evento (90 min más o menos) dibujaremos, y al terminar compartiremos lo que hayamos hecho, dejando el resto de tiempo para socializar y conectar.
Este es un meetup para conocer y conectar. con hispanohablantes que gustan de expresarse y relajarse dibujando o coloreando en un espacio relajado.✨
Ofrecemos material básico para que puedas dibujar pero te alentamos a traer material con el que te sientas más a gusto.
Hay un café en el espacio donde puedes comprar alguna bebida o snack.
M is for.... Marilyn: A Portrait @ National Portrait Gallery
*“It's all make-believe, isn't it?”* (Marilyn Monroe)
Join us at **Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait at the National Portrait Gallery** to explore the life, career and legacy of Marilyn Monroe through portraits created by some of the greatest photographers and artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Bringing together works by Andy Warhol, Pauline Boty, Marlene Dumas, James Gill, Rosalyn Drexler and Audrey Flack, alongside over 20 era-defining photographers, including Cecil Beaton, Philippe Halsman, Bernard of Hollywood, Sam Shaw, Richard Avedon and George Barris, the exhibition will foreground Monroe’s collaborative approach to image making and her creative agency.
The exhibition will also include personal belongings such as books, scripts and clothes to enrich understanding of the woman behind the image.
From the earliest ‘cheesecake’ pin-ups made when she was a young model named Norma-Jeane, to the most poignant final photographs taken on the beach in Santa Monica in 1962, Marilyn Monroe was one of the most photographed people in the world. A defining presence in popular culture, she captivated audiences with performances in much loved films such as *Some Like it Hot*.
**Read more here:** **[https://www.npg.org.uk/whatson/exhibitions/2026/marilyn-monroe-a-portrait](https://www.npg.org.uk/whatson/exhibitions/2026/marilyn-monroe-a-portrait)**
**MEET DETAILS:**
**FROM 1.45pm: MEET AT AUDREY GREEN CAFE**
Address: Ground Floor, NPG, St Martin's Place, London, WC2H 0HE
**2.30pm: ENTER THE MUSEUM/EXHIBITION**
Address: Ground Floor, NPG, St Martin's Place, London, WC2H 0HE
**4.30pm-Late: PUB SOCIAL at the BREWMASTER (optional)**
We'll head to a local pub for a social chit chat over drinks.
Address: 37 Cranbourn St, London WC2H 7AD
**TICKETS:**
**You will need to purchase your own ticket for this event.**
**Please book [here](https://www.npg.org.uk/whatson/exhibitions/2026/marilyn-monroe-a-portrait#dates)** and choose the **2.30pm slot** (or thereabouts).
Ticket: £27
Ticket with Art Pass: £13.50
Members: free, no need to book
**GETTING THERE:**
**See 'Visit' page of website [here.](https://www.npg.org.uk/visit/?_gl=1*3jbiem*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MTQ1NjE5NDQwOS4xNzc0ODEwNTQ1*_ga_3D53N72CHJ*czE3NzQ4MTA1NDUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzQ4MTA1NDUkajYwJGwwJGgw&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6POBhCrARIsAIG58CLQ-vKfzVdSiI57rKFMPG4RbqxNc4GHPHsyuuN-_JtcWj_9JEqV_X0aArUQEALw_wcB&gbraid=0AAAAA9abo5aycXhzScHgcm4chfCVMAqJ3)**
**EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:**
Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list.
*NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.*
**PLEASE READ:**
LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. This event has an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, **otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'.**
We remove members from the group who:
* repeatedly sign up for events then 'no show'.
* repeatedly change their RSVP to 'No'.
* are on the event waitlist or have not RSVPd but turn up anyway.
Please see the **[About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/)** for more information about the group and how it works.
**Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.**
📸 Follow LoMAZ on **[Instagram.](https://www.instagram.com/londonmuseumsatoz/)**
Image credit: *Marilyn Monroe, Ballerina Sitting*, 1954, by Milton H. Greene, Milton H. Greene © MHG Collective, LLC.
Visual Communication Events Near You
Connect with your local Visual Communication community
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
Annual Columbus ACE Summer Picnic
Get ready for a Picnic, this is our social and member appreciation event for the year! Feel free to bring family, but be sure to reach out with the number of attendees, so we can provide food for everyone.
There will of course be food, music, games and fun!
Event is held rain or shine, we have a covered shelter house reserved for the event.
Agenda
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Moderators
Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader
Hosted By
Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything
Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead
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Global Partner
Atlassian (http://atlassian.com)
Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality.
For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries.
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Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-annual-columbus-ace-summer-picnic/.
Bondage Photography Demonstration
*Note: this is a demonstration event only, you **will not** shoot you own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.*
Bondage elements can add an extra layer of emotion and artistry to your images. Sample images on the internet are however dominated by BDSM style shots that are often sexualized and emphasize the model being in distress. In this demonstration Rachel and I show ways to use bondage elements in an artistic way. We explore the types of accessories that work best in artistic images and the best way to photograph them.
Our model is Rachel Adams, an internationally known fetish model with many years of experience in this genre.
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 you’re seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment.
## **Why Join?**
* **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** – Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance.
* **Feel Less Alone** – Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space.
* **Gain Clarity & Perspective** – 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. It’s a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission!
Every contribution helps us:
* **Cover Essential Costs** – 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** – 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, you’re not just leading an event—you’re 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!**
We’d love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection.
🔹 **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside
🔹 **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** – https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application
🔹 **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
Feel Good Friday: POWER BALLAD at the Gateway Film Center + SHAKE NO. 8!
Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor.
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving." The film continues John Carney’s “long run of success with yet another charmer” and “a sharp, hopeful crowd-pleaser that strikes the right notes!”
SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus, this is a perfect early stop on our Summer of Ice Cream! Their menu uses made-from-scratch recipes in an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, crepes, waffle sticks, specialty coffee & espresso, and more! Their specialty shakes are as delicious as they are over-the-top and they offer an extensive vegan menu! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php)
PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and we’ll meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:25 and 6:35pm! Advance ticket purchase is advised for this opening night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show!
Should be a fun one, Dan
Men of Unity and Community
**Men of Unity** is a safe, welcoming space for men to connect, share, and grow together. In this circle, we explore what it means to live with purpose, integrity, and spiritual awareness in today’s world.
Through open dialogue, reflection, and mutual support, we learn to balance strength with compassion, confidence with humility, and action with mindfulness. Whether you’re seeking deeper spiritual connection, personal clarity, or simply a supportive brotherhood, this group invites you to bring your authentic self and grow in community.
This week the Men's of Group will meet at Scrambler's - the North Hamilton Road location:
5729 North Hamilton Road
Columbus, 43230
Data & Analytics Wednesday - Finding Product Insights
**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose**
Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap.
Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn:
* Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge
* How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change
* Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction
* How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools
This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work.
**About Our Speaker**
[Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use.
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