We invite you to join us for networking conversations over lunch with social entrepreneurs, "changemakers", business partners, professionals, investors, marketing specialists, small housing providers, GW alumni and other members of the Friendship Archway Network. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! The first step is to get to know each other better to see if we are ready to work together harmoniously with appreciation, forgiveness and understanding. These monthly community events provide opportunities to dev …

Hi there students and startups! Posting on job forums can be so boring- it leaves little room for direct peer-to-peer interaction. There's nothing better than putting a face to a company or applicant's name- so we'll be hosting a regular session for students and startups to interact live. This group was created to help you network and create opportunities for local students interested in gaining practical business experience by working at local startups. Start-ups can also expect to benefit from …

This group is for anyone who wants to explore ways to do more meaningful work. Whether you have great ideas, you want to make an idea happen or you are looking to get inspired to participate making a great idea happen, this group is the place to start. Let's bring our talents together and explore new and interesting ways we can do amazing things, together Coordel is an ideas platform for funding and executing just-in-time joint ventures. We'll investigate how mass transparency facilitates social …

This meetup aims to bring start-up founders of non tech specific businesses together with established business owners, business advisers and complimentary professionals to create a vibrant, dynamic and innovative business. Our goal is to create a forum where people can get great access to information, resources, contacts and referrals to grow their entrepreneurial ideas as well as identify potential partners, investors, mentors and service providers who can help them grow. The goal is to create …

From wireframes to Beta, early stage companies (and ideas) can demo and get invaluable feedback.  Join us for coffee and bagels.  Very early stage focused.  Great way to get your product off to a good start and work on your pitch!

Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of the Digital Age. The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship. Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere,  with  a great idea and a burning desire to succeed,  to make it big, and,  in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time. HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo,  eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just …

Freelancers, soloists, telecommuters and budding entrepreneurs unite! Escape the isolation of home and the noise of coffee shops for the ideal combination of peaceful concentration and spontaneous collaboration opportunities. This meetup group will provide education about the co-working (a.k.a. "coworking") movement and assess the viability of creating a co-working space in upper Montgomery County. Initial plans include digging deeper into what it would mean to create a co-working space, checkin …

We want to help you be a better entrepreneur. We've found the Lean Startup methodology is an extremely effective way to do that. Lean: Accomplish your objectives wasting a minimum of resources, especially time. Startup: A human institution creating a new product or service under conditions of extreme uncertainty Mindset: Entrepreneurs who are experienced enough to "know what they don't know" about their market and committed to learning through evidence For entrepreneurs who follow: http://ventur …

Introduction This group explores the intersection of the data revolution and the art of creating value. Bring your inner data scientist and learn how people are not only doing cool things with data, but doing so in ways that help startups, businesses, and other organizations thrive. While we will always have industrial, academic, and government luminaries as speakers, this meetup will not just be about lectures and free pizza (or empanadas as we secure sponsors).  Simply put, we are building a …

DCYE is a networking and educational organization for the young entrepreneurs of DC. With events like Fireside Chats, DCYE & Drinks, Business Book Clubs and co-working sessions, we aim to provide networking and educational resources to help every amazing young DC trep succeed!

Facilitated by professional career coaches, JSSA's weekly groups provide advice, networking opportunities, motivation and support for professionals who are in career transition, underemployed or unemployed. Groups meet every Monday from 12-1:30 at JSSA, 200 Wood Hill Rd, Rockville, the second Tuesday at Adas Israel Congregation from 1-2:30.  These are drop in groups and prior registration is not required. For more information go to http://www.jssa.org/services/employmentcareer.

Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, Business Development Individuals, Meet other local individuals who are interested in advancing their business through Networking, Collaboration and Brain Storming. Who should attend;  Business Start-ups, Business Owners and Entrepreneurs at all levels.   We focus on helping people who want to make a difference. This is NOT your typical meet and greet event! What is it:  The main focus of this Meetup is to be an idea exchange and support group - not a leads group. …

This is a group for entrepreneurs interested in growing business for their ventures. All skill levels are welcome!! This group was started with startup entrepreneurs in mind because pitching, raising capital, finding co-founders, marketing, legal, and product development all seem to be covered, but arguably the most important skill, the skill on which entire ventures live and die by doesn't get much attention: Business Development

This is a group for entrepreneurs and those aspiring to be. We’ll get together to share knowledge, promote our businesses, make professional connections, and have a good time. Events will include brunch, happy hour, brainstorming sessions, seminars, webinars, and other opportunities to support, encourage, and interact with one another. We hope to meet-up with you soon! The group is sponsored by The Biz Knows. Learn more about The Biz Knows at http://www.thebizknows.com

How do you measure success?  The amount of money you make?  How far you’ve advanced in your chosen field? The number of awards and credentials you’ve earned?  Certainly, these are all achievements that we as professionals and entrepreneurs should be proud of, but what is equally (if not more) important is that we stay grounded, maintain work-life balance, and use our successes to help others and our communities.  If you agree, then this group is for you! Let’s get together to share our experienc …

If you're doing business online - selling products, programs, and services on the Internet - then this group is for you! Get peer-to-peer feedback on your business, marketing, products, and sales strategy. Monthly mastermind meetings are designed to be fun, supportive, and educational! Entrepreneurs in Baltimore, York, Harrisburg, and Lancaster area are welcome!  We will meet in Hunt Valley, MD. NOTE: This group is perfect for those who are already running a business - we do not teach how to sta …

Do you want to make (more) money with your camera? This group is for photo enthusiasts who would like to turn their photography skills into a part-time business. It’s very possible for talented photo enthusiasts to create a five-figure side business by taking pictures for family, friends and even businesses. We'll explore business topics like how to find customers, how much to charge and the best ways to market your business. This group is for photographers as well as models, aspiring photo assi …

This is a group focused on sharing ideas, mentoring and assisting one another in achieving our entrepreneurial aspirations.

Welcome to Co-Founders Wanted of Rockville Meetup group! Maybe you are a serial entrepreneur, maybe you are a developer, and maybe corporate life is not for you. Have you been doing searches on CoFoundersLab.com? Tasted a startup, or want to startup your own business? Co-Founders Wanted of Rockville serves as an in-person matchmaking service for co-founders. Did you know VCs prefer co-founders over one-man startups? There are lots of benefits to starting a business with someone who complements y …

NetworkOut organizes inclusive business networking events and opportunities to help local companies and professionals create meaningful business leads, seek new talent and find new business opportunities. Our events include breakfasts, business speakers and after work B2B happy hour events. Our business networking events draw a diverse mix of professionals from all industries and career levels to enable networking in a relaxed and inclusive social atmosphere.

Have a web or mobile application you want to test? Have a prototype or mock-up you want to introduce to the light of day? Let's test with 1) real users 2) in real time 3) face to face and 4) FREE? Premise: People who want users for their applications/designs for testing, will test others applications/designs, in exchange. In addition, our group will have expert speakers on usability, UX and UI. You are welcome to attend to learn, network and help others test their software and designs, even if …

Asians and Asian Americans for One City,  3rd Sundays, 12:30PM to 2:30PM, meet in Chinatown, Wash. D.C. and connect with friends, old and new! EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! Asian American Professionals of DC's Friendship Archway Network are actively bridging cultural, digital and other divides in downtown Washington DC by coming together, working together and succeeding together! You are invited to join Asian American professionals and people of all backgrounds interested in Asian Americans, Chinese la …

This meetup is created to help geeks, entrepreneurs, and small biz owners bridge the last mile between good ideas, and practical solutions. Our get togethers will focus on creating actionable plans and solving the problems that you are having.

Startup Grind is an event series and website designed to help educate, inspire, and connect local entrepreneurs. Each month we welcome an amazing speaker who shares their story with our community and tells us what worked, what didn't, and what they'll do differently next time. It's an amazing opportunity to learn from the best, network with other members of the startup community, and improve your chances of entrepreneurial success.

Based in Washington, DC America Journalists Meetup serves as a networking and resource meetup for journalists located in the United States, as well as for students who study journalism and others interested in the field of media and journalism. Its mission includes helping students and journalists locate SCHOLARSHIPS, REPORTING FELLOWSHIPS, GLOBAL CONVENTIONS, JOB FAIRS and WORKSHOPS. We provide an opportunity to meet a network of like-minded journalists from around the U.S. Members will have …

The purpose of this Meetup is to create a group of people passionate about Africa's development, specifically on Uganda, East Africa. The discussions focus on charity work/missions in areas of: Education. Poverty/hunger/malnutrition. Agriculture. Rural safe water/hygiene. Health. Environment. Community development. Leadership development. Entrepreneurship/social enterprises. Christian outreach. The group will also regularly organize to volunteer in social activities/events around MD, DC and …

"Hey, do you know a good (mechanic, doctor, wedding planner, dentist, electrician, photographer, beautician, accountant, tutor, etc.)?" If you like to do business with people that you know and trust, this meetup group is the place to expand your network and develop relationships. Share with others what you do, sell, or make. Tell what services/products you are looking for. Whether your goal is to market, sell, buy, barter, or make new friends - this group is for you.

This group will act as a platform for those who are interested in investing in Africa. We will act as promoters of African Culture and to engage in issues that relate to doing business in Africa and to help us understand what is required to invest successfully in different regions of Africa. Group members are encouraged to share investment ideas.