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**Hello AWS Builders! 👋** We’re excited to announce **AWS Tech Connect 2026**, a flagship **in-person** event organized by **AWS Cloud Club RTMSSU Nagpur**, focused on preparing students and aspiring professionals for the rapidly evolving **cloud, AI, and security landscape** 🚀 Join us for a **power-packed day of industry insights, emerging technology discussions, and career guidance**, featuring expert speakers from the AWS ecosystem. This event is designed to **bridge the gap between academia and industry**, helping attendees understand where technology is headed and how to align their skills for **future-ready careers**. * **Fill this form for In-Person attendes:** [https://forms.gle/R7EwruXjQ7ContJs8](https://forms.gle/R7EwruXjQ7ContJs8) **📌This event will include exciting swags, snacks, and many more engaging experiences!** **Whats in the Store?** 🚀 This event features **three insightful speaker sessions**: **Session 1: Emerging Technologies, Industry Trends & Career Roadmap** **Delivered by:** *Chirag Oswal* **Role:** Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services (AWS) **This session will cover:** * Cloud Computing, AI/ML, DevOps & Automation * Industry hiring trends and expectations * Skills, certifications, and career pathways * Real-world AWS use cases * Practical guidance for students and early-career professionals **Session 2: From Idea to Output – Building a Generative AI Feature on AWS** **Delivered by:** *Naresh Waswani* **Role:** Senior Architect, Simpplr Inc. (ex-IBM) **Organizer:** AWS User Group Nagpur This session offers a **practical walkthrough of building a Generative AI feature**, starting from a simple idea and ending with meaningful output. Participants will understand how engineers integrate GenAI into real applications and where **Amazon Bedrock** fits in the AWS ecosystem. **Key focus areas include:** * How Generative AI works in real-world systems * End-to-end flow from input to output * Practical understanding of Amazon Bedrock * How GenAI features are designed for production * Career relevance of Generative AI skills **Session 3: Navigating the Cloud Threat Landscape & Global Career Opportunities** **Delivered by:** *Muhammad Murtuza Hussain* **Role:** Program Manager, TCF Research (Dublin, Ireland) This session focuses on **cloud security awareness and career perspectives**, helping attendees understand how modern threats impact cloud environments and how security, risk, and governance intersect with **global cloud careers**. **Topics include:** * Modern cloud threat landscape * Common cloud risks and misconfigurations * Shared Responsibility Model in practice * Security, governance, and compliance basics * Global career opportunities in cloud security **Event Agenda:** **10:00 – 10:15 AM:** Opening Remarks & Introduction **10:15 – 11:15 AM:** Session 1 – Chirag Oswal (AWS) **11:15 – 11:35 AM:** Tea Break & Networking **11:35 – 12:35 PM:** Session 2 – Naresh Waswani (GenAI on AWS) **12:35 – 01:25 PM:** Session 3 – Muhammad Murtuza Hussain **01:25 – 01:30 PM:** Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks **Who Should Attend?** * Undergraduate & postgraduate students * Aspiring cloud engineers, developers, DevOps & security professionals * Early-career technology professionals * Faculty members & tech enthusiasts 📌 **In-person event** Seminar Hall, RTMSSU, Nagpur - 440025 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/m9AtKfWCemjyrWRW8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/m9AtKfWCemjyrWRW8) **What You’ll Gain:** ✔ Clarity on future technology trends ✔ Role-based career roadmap and guidance ✔ Exposure to real-world AWS and GenAI use cases ✔ Understanding of cloud security and threats ✔ Interaction with industry professionals ✔ Networking with like-minded peers **IMPORTANT – Registration Information:** * To attend this event, **RSVP is mandatory**. * Entry is subject to **venue capacity and security verification**. **Important Notes:** * Please arrive by **09:30 AM – 09:45 AM** (entry closes at 10:00 AM sharp) * Carry a **valid ID proof** (Aadhar Card, Pan Card etc) for venue security **Stay Connected:** 🎟️ Meetup Group: [https://www.meetup.com/rtmssu/](https://www.meetup.com/rtmssu/) 💼 LinkedIn Community: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/rtmssu/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/rtmssu/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/rtmssu/](https://www.instagram.com/rtmssu/) 📧 For queries, collaborations, or support: aws.rtmssu@gmail.com Let’s learn, connect, and prepare for the future of technology together ☁️✨

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## 1 Million Cups Loudoun – January 14 ### Business Presentation Featuring Yomna Sarhan of L-Lab **Wednesday\, January 14 \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun – Ashburn** Join us for our January 14th **1 Million Cups Loudoun** meeting as we welcome **Yomna Sarhan**, founder of **L-Lab**, an innovative after-school enrichment program designed to transform how children learn and grow beyond the classroom. ### About the Presenter Yomna Sarhan brings a diverse and impressive background to her entrepreneurial journey. She is a former **project manager overseeing $8M+ in government contracts**, has led **multidisciplinary teams of more than 20 employees**, and is a **multilingual consultant** who has worked in over **10 countries**. Yomna also founded a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the **Society of Egyptian American Professionals**, reflecting her long-standing commitment to education and community development. ### About the Business L-Lab was born out of a personal experience. When Yomna’s daughter was entering kindergarten, she discovered a lack of high-quality, enriching after-school programs in Loudoun County. Many existing programs focused solely on supervision rather than meaningful learning—despite children spending 10–15 hours per week and families investing significant resources in aftercare. L-Lab is changing that narrative. L-Lab is an **after-school language immersion enrichment program** for elementary-aged children, blending: * STEAM-based learning * Social-emotional development * Montessori-inspired approaches In addition to after-school programming, L-Lab offers **full-day camps** during school breaks, including winter, spring, and teacher workdays. ### Where Yomna Is Now L-Lab is currently in the **launch/startup phase**, with the full after-school program beginning in early January and a winter break program running at the end of December. Yomna is focused on enrollment, program validation, and building a strong foundation for growth. ### Feedback Yomna Is Seeking from the Community Yomna is coming to the 1 Million Cups stage looking for thoughtful feedback and insight on key challenges, including: * How to **shift the mindset around after-school programs** from “time-filling childcare” to meaningful enrichment * The most strategic way to **scale after a successful pilot** (January–June): * Expanding curriculum into schools * Focusing on one location first * How to **find and retain high-quality part-time staff** aligned with L-Lab’s mission and values ### Who Should Attend Yomna would especially love to have: * Entrepreneurs with experience **scaling service-based businesses** * Founders who have **modified or diversified offerings as they grew** * Parents and guardians interested in education, enrichment, and after-school programming ### What Is 1 Million Cups? 1 Million Cups is a national program powered by the Kauffman Foundation that brings together entrepreneurs and community members for weekly conversations that educate, support, and inspire. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Join us on **January 14 at 9:00 AM** for coffee, connection, and a meaningful conversation about reimagining after-school education in Loudoun County. **We look forward to seeing you there.**

Hello everyone! Who doesn't love Pizza! We'll be meeting at Andy's Pizza in Tyson's Galleria and doing some old-fashioned networking, beer-drinking, and pizza-eating. I guarantee a fun time, or else your pizza is free :) **Location:** Andy's Pizza, Tyson's Galleria, 2001 International Dr, McLean, VA 22102 **Overview:** Join us at AI Innovators Network for our upcoming meetup in Tysons dedicated to exploring the latest trends in Artificial Intelligence. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a professional, or someone curious about the intersection of technology and AI, this event is perfect for networking, learning, and sharing insights. Connect with like-minded individuals from DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland as we dive deep into the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation driving innovation and progress in Artificial Intelligence.

## **1 Million Cups Loudoun – January 14 Business Presentation** **Featuring Eric Wojtkun of Focal Point Coaching** **Wednesday\, January 14 \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun – Ashburn** Join us for our **January 14th 1 Million Cups Loudoun** meeting as we welcome **Eric Wojtkun**, founder of **Focal Point Coaching**, for a powerful conversation on leadership, resilience, and preparing businesses to thrive before challenges arise. **About the Presenter** Eric brings a rare and compelling background to entrepreneurship. An **Army BRAT, Army Veteran, and FBI Agent**, Eric has lived in 17 places, served two overseas deployments (Bosnia and Kosovo), and worked across nearly every major FBI discipline — from violent and white-collar crime to cyber, counterintelligence, crisis response, and national security. After decades of leadership in high-stakes environments, Eric launched **Focal Point Coaching** to focus on what mattered most to him throughout his career: **helping people and organizations build resilience in the face of change and adversity**. Through executive coaching and team development, Eric helps leaders move from survival mode into what he calls **“BEAST mode”** — prepared, confident, and proactive. His exclusive resilience-focused coaching framework supports leadership, teams, processes, culture, and cyber readiness before a crisis occurs. **Where Eric Is Seeking Community Feedback** * How do you effectively market **resilience preparation** *before* a critical incident occurs? * What helps leaders and business owners clearly understand the **ROI of resilience coaching**? * How can resilience training be integrated into the flow of **normal business operations**? * What motivates leaders to prepare mentally and emotionally for the inevitable challenges of business? **Who Should Attend** Eric is especially eager to connect with: * Small to mid-sized business owners in the **hospitality industry** * Leaders responsible for teams, culture, and operations * Entrepreneurs experienced in scaling service-based businesses * Anyone interested in leadership, preparedness, and sustainable growth Come ready to listen, learn, and offer meaningful insight to support a founder building something impactful. ### What Is 1 Million Cups? 1 Million Cups is a national program powered by the Kauffman Foundation that brings together entrepreneurs and community members for weekly conversations that educate, support, and inspire. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Join us on **January 14 at 9:00 AM** for coffee, connection, and a meaningful conversation about reimagining after-school education in Loudoun County. **We look forward to seeing you there.**

Join us for our next monthly **Industrial–Organizational Psychology Networking Meetup**, a casual meet-and-greet to connect with fellow organizational psychology practitioners, students, and enthusiasts. It will be hosted at Ballston Local. Whether you’re looking to make friends, share ideas, or simply enjoy good company, we’d love to see you there!

Are you wanting to get unstuck from unconscious blocks that are sabotaging your life? Are you ready to see your future clearly and follow your heart's desire? Family Constellation is soulful work that was developed by Bert Hellinger in Germany. Use it to become empowered to get the health, wealth, love, and for issues proving difficult to treat with traditional therapy. Learn highly effective techniques to liberate yourself from patterns and reawaken your vitality, confidence, and joy! Move forward in life with renewed purpose. A constellation provides a “living map” of key impactful issues and leads you towards the restoration of balance, order, harmony and healing. Each of us, whether participant or observer, taps into information that exists and benefits from the knowledge. The real power is knowing where we came from, where we belong and where we want to go. You will also learn how to identify the unconscious loyalties, unresolved traumas, and hidden dynamics that contribute to patterns of illness, complaint, and disappointment. This energy field therapy provides assistance to make peace with the past, freeing us to reside in the present, and to generate a new fulfilling future. BIOGRAPHY Randy Goldberg LMT is a graduate of the DC Hellinger Institute, and of advanced studies in Family Constellation with Heinz Stark of Germany. He is a former Yoga monk, Craniosacral therapist, and a world renowned-astrologer (both Western and Vedic) interviewed by the Washington Post, NPR, and CNN. He facilitates Family Constellation therapy for individuals and groups. More info. at www.randygoldberg.org 202-380-6850 or randygoldberg.org@gmail.com 1-5pm $65 Register at https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/teal_center?k_class=870820&fbclid=IwY2xjawPHptZicmlk

## **1 Million Cups Loudoun Workshop: How AI Can Work for Your Business** **Wednesday\, January 28 \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun – Ashburn** Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a buzzword — it’s a practical tool that businesses of all sizes can begin using today. Join **1 Million Cups Loudoun** for a special **workshop-style presentation** led by **Victor Meer of AI Prime** and **Jay Jay Billings of Band Gap AI**, designed to help entrepreneurs understand how AI can realistically support their business operations. This workshop will provide: * A clear, practical overview of what AI actually is * Real-world examples of how businesses are using AI today * Insight into where automation can save time and reduce friction * Guidance on how to start leveraging AI without needing technical expertise Whether you’re AI-curious, overwhelmed by the noise, or ready to explore automation in your business, this session will help you think clearly about where AI fits — and where it doesn’t. As always, coffee, conversation, and community are at the heart of 1 Million Cups Loudoun. ### What Is 1 Million Cups? 1 Million Cups is a national program powered by the Kauffman Foundation that brings together entrepreneurs and community members for weekly conversations that educate, support, and inspire. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Join us on **January 14 at 9:00 AM** for coffee, connection, and a meaningful conversation about reimagining after-school education in Loudoun County. **We look forward to seeing you there.**