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Welcome! Gist below! :-) 1. Bring a book to the meet! 2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry). 3. Say hi to the folks. 4. Read! 5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :) Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-) This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance! Nearest MRT: Clementi

**NTU Alumni Club / VIbe@6** **2 Handy Rd, #06-10 The Cathay, Singapore 229233** Meeting Investment: S$70 (Refreshments included) **To register, use the form in the URL** https://bniorigins.sg/visitor-registration/ • What we'll do The Purpose Let's network and connect businesses using a well-structured and efficient format. We meet to network and also learn new skills. It's not just about exchanging contact information, but we also share experiences and other business contacts to help each other grow. **A Guide for New Visitors** • BE ON TIME Our meeting starts at 8.00am sharp and ends at 9.30am. Please come at 7:45am for the networking session. • FARM & COLLABORATE We gather together not to hunt business deals from one another but rather to explore means and opportunities to build our businesses through referrals and collaborations together. We appreciate that you don't push your business to our members and other visitors. • PREPARE A 15-SECOND INTRODUCTION Don't worry, despite sitting through numerous meetings, some of us are still as nervous as you. Just share a little about yourself, what you do, and how you can collaborate with the people present. 15 seconds go by really quickly anyway. • STAY FOR OPEN NETWORKING Don't be in a hurry to rush off after 9.30am. Many of our members and visitors stay for open networking well after the meeting, so do stay on and mingle with us for another 30 minutes to an hour. • MOST IMPORTANTLY, COME WITH AN OPEN MIND What makes BNI unique and efficient is the system and structure in place for business owners like us. Come with an open mind and understand why we are willing to sign up for the chapter and meet every week at 7.45am.

## AI for WSH Join us for an evening of sharing, discussion, and connection at the intersection of AI and sustainability. This meetup brings together WSH professionals who are exploring how Artificial Intelligence can support their work—from reporting and data analysis to decision-making and strategy. Rather than a formal seminar, this session is designed as an open and collaborative space to exchange ideas, experiences, and practical insights.

**Overview** Toa Payoh Central CC and Advanced Toastmasters Club Chapter Meeting Do you want to build confidence in public speaking and communicate effectively? Learn and Practice Public Speaking at **Toa Payoh Central CC Toastmasters Club** Toastmasters is a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which you and your fellow club members can learn, develop and build on those skills. At Toastmasters you benefit from: * Mentors * Experiential learning and * Educational workshops **How to join this event?** 1. Sign up this event 2. Visit the meeting location 10 minutes earlier for registration at 6:50pm 3. Enjoy the Toastmasters chapter meeting! Hope to see you soon!

Evening coffee/tea session followed by dinner later, to meet new friends, exchange and share different cultures in a group event - group experience sharing is one of the best way to know your new friends ;-) Hey everyone, we will be at the the tables right in front of the Old Chang Kee, at the outdoors! Hope to see you soon! Closest MRT is Bugis and City Hall. Event Etiquette: • Please understand that this is not a business networking group, and please don't sell MLM (multi level marketing) here. You may still exchange numbers but it will be at your own discretion. • The organizer has the right to ban members from attending events and from the group.

(Cross-Listing) Join us as we explore some bookshops around Bras Basah and Bugis! Did you know that you can use your SG Culture pass credits to buy SG Lit books? See details here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCvoJ846bb4&t=2s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCvoJ846bb4&t=2s) We will visit Kinokuniya at Raffles City, the Bras Basah Complex (which is full of bookshops!), the National Library, the Kinokuniya at Bugis, and end with an optional dinner and chat. Come browse, buy, or just chat and meet some new people! **Meeting Point**: Books Kinokuniya at Raffles City. **Address:** 252 N Bridge Rd, #03-22/23, Singapore 17910311 **Meeting Time**: 5.30 pm **Tentative Plan:** 30 mins of free and easy at each of these locations: Kino at Raffles City and BrasBasah Complex. Brief stops at National Library and Kino at Bugis. **Late Comers:** Catch up using the Live Locator in the Telegram Channel\*. **Total walking distance**: About 1.5 km **Total exploration time:** about 2hrs **Optional Dinner and Chat**: about 1hr at some budget friendly place nearby. **\*Telegram Channel:** Join [Walk, Chat, Explore SG](https://t.me/+rIuiiEM9j6oyNzI1) https://t.me/+rIuiiEM9j6oyNzI1 **for updates. The Live Locator will be posted there.**

🌿 🇲🇾 Looking for a quick escape from the city grind? Hop in for a cross-border adventure where we’ll ride into a quiet enclave lined with green boulevards and photo-worthy architecture. After soaking in the peaceful vibes, we’ll take a leisurely walk through open spaces and calming landscapes, discovering charming little pockets along the way. We'll have lunch and dinner over at JB. Transport will be arranged through Grab, coordinated by our member volunteers. Just bring your passport, comfy shoes, and a happy spirit ready to explore! Confirmed participants will be added to our exclusive WhatsApp group for real-time updates 📲. If you’re adaptable, ready to explore, and value a fun group dynamic, this trip is for you! 🌟 1. Kindly only confirm if you are sure that you can make it, as last min drop-out deprive others a real chance to join. 😊 2. We don't charge anything for this trip. You pay for your own food and shared transport. 😀 Disclaimer: By joining this walk, you assume responsibility for your own safety and well-being 🚸, and will not hold the organizers/hosts liable for any loss or injury or other unforeseen events, ensuring a shared commitment to a safe and enjoyable experience for all. 😊 Thank you. 🙏

**For ages 8 and above.** These 3 traditional martial art forms will be taught during the 2 hour class: * Kalaripayattu * Silambattam * Adimurai **About Kalaripayattu** Thought to be one of the most ancient martial arts in recorded history, Kalaripayattu is derived from two words, “Kalari” signifying battlefield or arena and “payattu” which translates to the words ‘practice’ and ‘exercise’. **About Silambattam** Hailing from the region of Tamil Nadu (India) where it emerged around 1000 BCE, Silamabattam is a popular variant of weapon-based martial arts which is performed with the aid of specific weapons, primarily Rattan staffs, short sticks, deer horns and swords. **About Adimurai** Adimurai is a generic term applied for the indigenous martial arts of the Indian/Tamilian archipelago. Adimurai in general refers to the sport of using techniques derived from Indian and Tamil martial-arts. It uses kicks and boxing-mannered punches to defeat an opponent in ways that are analogous to standard present-day boxing. The manipulation of joints as well as certain locking techniques also form the basis of Adimurai. ### **Address** 448 Serangoon Rd, Singapore 218138 ### **Schedule** Sundays 2PM - 4PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

Join leading professionals at our premier Investor Relations Seminar and Corporate Access in Singapore. Designed for institutional investors, IR executives, and financial media, this event delivers strategies to navigate dynamic markets. Learn directly from distinguished Hong Kong-listed companies as they share proven tactics for crafting corporate narratives that secure long-term investor confidence **Feature Speakers included:** Joanne Chan - Founder of LBS Communications Joanne Chan, Managing Director As the Founder of LBS, Joanne manages the overall business and IR services development for clients. With over 15 years of extensive experience in financial communications, branding and media industry, she has substantial experience in advising sizable enterprises on senior management training to develop their investors and media communications skills. Joanne is also an expert in corporate identity development, media strategies and crisis management. She has led the PR work for over 100 listing and fundraising projects in HK and overseas which include over US 10 billion fund raising projects and the largest 500 enterprises worldwide. Expertise • Strategic planning and implementation lead in an international branding company • General Manager at a top tier financial PR firm, Wonderful Sky Financial Group, in charge of the management of investors and media relations services, IPO communications strategic planning and execution • Head of Financial Communications at a listed company, BMI • Renowned clientele includes China University Business School, London Business School, SEB Bank, The Economist, East Capital, Noah Wealth Management, Agricultural Bank of China, China Eastern Airline, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank. She is proficient in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. **Justin Xiao - Principal, Clariti Financial** Justin is a passionate fintech professional with more than 22 years of experience developing, launching, and commercializing new and emerging financial products in US and Asia. Prior to leading fintech startups Railsr and Solaris’ expansion into Asia, he worked at leading financial institutions Visa and Citi. Justin was one of the early champions of the push payment model through card networks and adapted this into QR code payments technology as well as using payment cards for crypto asset off-ramp. He launched the first network QR code payment solution in India, Indonesia, and Thailand. He is now leveraging his experience, network and expertise to support founders and their teams to execute product development, go to market, and fund-raising initiatives. **Raghav Kapoor - Chief Karminator at Smartkarma** Raghav Kapoor is Co-Founder and CEO of Smartkarma, a global investment intelligence platform that enables strategic decision-making through real-time insights, advanced analytics, and direct access to top-ranked analysts. He founded Smartkarma on a clear thesis: technology can address structural inefficiencies in financial research and reshape how investment decisions are made, with a focus on transparency, scalability, and intelligence. Prior to Smartkarma, Raghav was Managing Director at Religare Capital Markets, following the successful exit of Aviate Global (Asia), where he was a Founding Partner. Earlier in his career, he served as Vice President, Regional Equities Sales at Citigroup. Raghav was ranked Asia’s #1 investment idea generator from 2011 to 2013, based on a performance analysis of over one million investment ideas. He holds a First Class Honours degree in Computer Science from University of Cambridge and a Master’s in Management Science & Engineering from Stanford University. **David Ng - Co-Founder and CEO, Arki Finance** David Ng is the CEO and Co-Founder of Arki Finance, a Singapore-based fintech startup using AI to democratise wealth management. He previously served as Deputy CEO of CSOP Asset Management in Singapore, where he led the firm to become a top three ETF issuer in Singapore, and as Group COO oversaw AUM growth from USD 3.7 billion to over USD 15 billion. David has held senior roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley, and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He also previously served as an IMAS Executive Committee Member, a Singapore Fund Industry Group Executive Committee Member, and Chair of the IMAS Digital & Innovation Committee. **Kailin Zhang - Deputy Director of Investor Relations, Shenzhen Xunce Technology Co., Ltd.** 张凯琳，香港中文大学经济学理学硕士，2016-2020年历任东兴证券社会服务及商贸零售行业首席分析师，大消费行业组长，全面负责社会服务、教育、商贸零售及海外行业研究。2021年加入同道猎聘集团，任投资者关系部门总经理、总裁助理。2026年加入深圳迅策科技股份有限公司，任投资者关系副总监。 **Fanny YAN - Senior Manager, Investor Relations , Nissin Foods Company Limited (1475.HK)** Fanny Yan joined Nissin Foods as Senior Manager of Investor Relations in 2022, responsible for formulating investor relations strategies, communicating with the investment community and managing the daily IR operations of the Company. She has over 19 years of experience in investor relations, corporate finance, corporate communications and corporate governance. Prior to joining Nissin Foods, she held various investor relations positions in Sino Land Company Limited (0083.HK), Xinyi Glass Holding Limited (0868.HK), China Shanshui Cement Group Limited (0691.HK) and Differ Group Holding Company Limited (6878.HK). Fanny received her bachelor’s degree in business administration from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. She is a holder of Certificate in Investor Relations issued by the UK Investor Relations Society. **Nirgunan Tiruchelvam - Head of Consumer and Internet, Aletheia Capital** Nirgunan Tiruchelvam is an equity analyst with over 20 years of experience in emerging markets. He leads the consumer and internet research team at Alētheia Capital, a leading independent investment research firm based in Singapore. Nirgunan's provides actionable and insightful analysis on the trends, opportunities, and challenges in the consumer and internet sectors, covering e-commerce, food & beverage, soft commodities, and FinTech. He has published thematic work on private debt and venture debt, and has extensive coverage of companies such as Grab, GoTo, Coupang, Bukalapak, and Wilmar. He is an expert in private company valuation. Nirgunan has held senior positions in equity research with Standard Chartered, RBS, Exotix and ABN Amro. He is the author of Investing in the Covid Era, which was published by Marshall Cavendish in 2021. It is one of the first accounts of the opportunities and pitfalls for investors during the pandemic. His work has been featured in the Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times. He appears on Bloomberg, CNBC and BBC.

Kampung Ravenswood, Singapore's largest BOTC group brings gaming @ Marina One! Whether you are a light social gamer, a strategy gamer or totally new to gaming, enjoy your weekend with friends and enjoy gaming here! This event is focusing on Blood on the Clocktower, a murder mystery social deduction game with a twist. If you're new to the game, our experienced hosts will be guiding you every step of the way. What is Blood On The Clocktower (BOTC)? Watch here: [https://youtu.be/M-aZP47Nm9g?si=GEoGvRoApcY-6Alw](https://youtu.be/M-aZP47Nm9g?si=GEoGvRoApcY-6Alw) BOTC is a social deduction game played in a large group of 7-15 players. Be mentally prepared to engage in chaotic back-and-forth conversations and work together with your team to win the game. Lying in a social deduction game? Who knew... Game review: [https://youtu.be/ImcG8sC7qT4?si=8-eCYYf6Skt-rLzO](https://youtu.be/ImcG8sC7qT4?si=8-eCYYf6Skt-rLzO) Price: FREE! Come down and enjoy. Venue: Marina One, B2 (East Tower), opposite Luckin Coffee. Please contact Momo ([wa.me/6596701344](wa.me/6596701344)) or Muthu ([wa.me/6597125916](wa.me/6597125916)) for assistance.

🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LB5EKxC9JsN7S1wVok3vXe?mode=gi_t), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start. * 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though! 💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * ​What will we talk about? What's the topic? ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LB5EKxC9JsN7S1wVok3vXe?mode=gi_t). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * Can I come alone? Of course you can, we encourage it :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LB5EKxC9JsN7S1wVok3vXe?mode=gi_t) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ \*\*\* Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LB5EKxC9JsN7S1wVok3vXe?mode=gi_t) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈

**Date**: *3rd Sunday* of every month **Time**: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm **Venue**: Room #02-12, Whampoa Community Club **Fee**: $0.00 **Sign-up Link**: https://go.gov.sg/whampoaynboardgames (and RSVP here) Join our board games sessions for **FREE**, and find fellow board games enthusiasts to play with! Brought to you by Whampoa Youth Network. *Note that priority for registration will be given to Whampoa residents and their guests.* Register by **both** RSVP **and** at the sign-up link for each session. For more information, please join our [Telegram](https://t.me/whampoaynboardgames) or [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LlYz1F788YlG4eZAwnGAHX) channels.

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

The topic for May is "Ink" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!

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.

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