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Week 45 // 4th to 10th November

Hola, Madrileños! Qué pasa this week in Madrid?

Monday, 4th

• ✍️ Co-writing sessions/ 6 - 8pm: find your writing inspiration with other people around, during two writing sessions of 45 min. Optionally, you can share what you wrote.
• 📈 Calidad de las instituciones y desarrollo economico/ 7 - 9pm: free event at the Fundación Areces focused on the relationship between institutional quality and economic development.
• 🎭 Taller de Teatro/ 7.25 - 8.45pm: business and sales skills require to have good expressivity. Join this free introductory acting class in Madrid on Monday, focusing on acting techniques, overcoming stage fright, and emotional depth. It's useful for public speaking as well.
• 🍹 Professional Networking & Drinks/ 8 - 11.30pm: an opportunity to meet professionals and entrepreneurs and exchange contacts, look for potential clients or partners/collaborators and discuss ideas while having a relaxed drink.

Tuesday, 5th

• 📈 The Sales Exceed Conference 2024/ 9am - 2pm: 49 commercial and general directors engaging in discussions focused on effective sales strategies and tools. Speakers include María de las Heras, Emilio Díaz, Enrico Nebbia, and Guillermo Soto, who collectively bring 75 years of experience in sales leadership. Heads up: tickets are a bit expensive.
• 👍 Ethical Business Leadership/ 9.30 - 11.00am: introducing Spain’s first ethical leadership certification with a dedicated event that features presentations and a roundtable with business leaders.
• 🗣️ Comunicación Persuasiva/ 10 - 11.30am: workshop to help entrepreneurs and business owners communicate their brand effectively, focusing on body language and vocal training to build confidence and connection in professional interactions.
• 🔐 Cybersecurity AWS: Cómo mejorar tu estrategia de seguridad/ 12 - 4pm: join AWS at their office and learn about security in business processes, AWS tools and best practices and hear the case study from Nalanda on implementing comprehensive security measures.
• 👥 Networking for Rental Managers/ 5 - 8pm: networking event organized by the teams of Minut, Vrbo, Hostify, LUGGit and PriceLabs exclusively for experienced vacation rental managers.
• 🤖 Unleashing AI in Chrome: DevTools and Beyond/ 6 - 9.30pm: Google Developer and Engineers will present three insightful talks on innovative Chrome DevTools, AI, features for improving web debugging, Chrome's built-in AI APIs, synergy between Chrome Extensions and AI, followed by networking.
• 📖 Presentación de Libro "Sando, 50 Años Construyendo Futuro"/ 6 - 7pm: presentation of the commemorative book celebrating the 50th anniversary of a company operating in the construction of urban services, featuring speeches by key industry figures and a networking aperitivo afterwards.
• ⏱️ Business Speed Dating/ 6.30 - 8.30pm: rotating fast small-group conversations to get a chance of speaking with everyone in a very short time, followed by relaxed networking over drinks.
• ☁️ Docker Madrid/ 6.30 - 8.00pm: talks hosed by Masorange on WebAssembly, Platform Engineering with Cluster API, Cloud Native applications, and multi-cluster environments. The event concludes with networking opportunities over pizza and drinks.
• ⚡ Lightning Talks/ 7.10 - 9.30pm: format where a number of speakers give 5-minute presentations about any topic of their choosing, followed by 5 minutes of open questions + drinks and social.
• 🤗 Emprendiendo juntos: conoce a otros emprendedores/ 8.30 - 9.30pm: hosted every Tuesday, join this event to connect with other entrepreneurs and learn about financial literacy.

Wednesday, 6th

• ☕ Desayuno y Mesa Redonda at AWS: Tendencias tecnológicas en restauración/ 9 - 12am: roundtable at the AWS office with 15 industry leaders discussing innovative cloud solutions in the restaurant sector, covering topics like online order management and digital marketing, along with networking opportunities.
• 🏙️ Conference: "Transition Finance-Legal and Regulatory Challenges"/ 9am - 5.30pm:  conference at University Carlos III in Madrid, where academics, researchers, and professionals will discuss the obstacles in transition finance.
• 📊 Accountex España/ 9.30am - 7pm (1/2): at IFEMA, this exhibition is dedicated to accounting and finance professionals addressing key themes such as electronic invoicing, AI in finance, compliance, and HR management. 120 exhibitors and 6,500 participants expected.
• 👥 HR Expo/ 9.30am - 7pm (1/2): at IFEMA, this event focuses on human resources for HR professionals with discussions on best practices for talent recruitment, leadership, and employee well-being.
• 💰 Ayudas y Financiación del Emprendimiento/ 10am - 1pm: workshop on financing and aid available for entrepreneurs, where you'll learn essential strategies to help move forward with your business.
• 💲 Encuentro VIP directores de Marketing, Comunicación y Ventas B2B/ 11am - 1.30pm: event for B2B marketing, communication, and sales directors featuring discussions on key topics like AI and marketing automation, sales-marketing integration, sustainability, and data analytics. 
• 🎤 Networking: Presenta con confianza y domina tu Elevator Pitch/ 12 - 2pm: learn about public speaking techniques like voice control, posture, and breathing exercises to enhance your presentation skills.
• 🏗️ Transforma tu Futuro: Invierte en la Franquicia líder en Reformas/ 6 - 9pm: learn about the renovation sector (generating €35 billion annually) through the Aquí tu Reforma's innovative model, highlighting technology, retail strategies, and international expansion as key to capturing market share for investors and entrepreneurs.
• 🪄 From Prototype to Product: Rapid AI UI development/ 6.30 - 8.30pm: learn from industry experts Leifer Méndez and Dany Paredes about creating functional user interface prototypes using AI and Kendo UI, aimed at accelerating product development.
• 📽️ Future Series #1: Meaning at Work/ 6.30 - 8.30pm: explore the question "Why Do We Even Work?" through a screening of Samuel Durand's documentary and a panel discussion with leaders from prominent global organizations, providing insights on the evolving workplace.
• 💻 Build your Full-stack Web App in Java/ 6.30 - 8.30pm: learn how the Vaadin framework allows developers to create Java web applications. Experiment through hands-on sessions guided by industry experts Manolo Carrasco and Freddy Peña, looking at practical applications of Vaadin for full-stack development and tools such as Docker and Traefik for deployments.
• 🇬🇧 Business English and Networking/ 7 - 8.30pm: an evening of networking and language practice, featuring interactive exercises led by experienced Business English teachers, where you can connect with professionals while enjoying drinks.
• 🤖 Build a Facial-recognition AI App/ 7 - 9pm: explore AI through a hands-on workshop where you will build a backend application using Go, aimed at finding celebrity photos that resemble a user's uploaded image.

Thursday, 7th

• 🤖 Foro De Inteligencia Artificial: Acelerando Negocios con La IA/ 9am - 2pm: explore how AI can enhance business operations through conferences and panel sessions for companies and startups. Organized by the Cámara de Comercio de Madrid and partners, with high-profile speakers from IBM, Telefónica (and more). Warning: it's a bit more expensive than other meetups.
• 📈 Los Programas de Incentivos en B2B/ 9am - 12pm: explore the effectiveness and challenges of incentive agreements among brands targeting other businesses or professionals. The agenda includes presentations on redefining B2B loyalty experiences and improving customer commitment, followed by a debate and networking.
• 💡 Networking Madrid Norte Transfiere/ 9am - 12pm: a full morning of networking part of the Madrid Norte Transfiere program, which has the goal of strengthening the relationship between the University (UAM) and businesses by promoting knowledge of public and private resources.
• 🏨 VI Encuentro Nacional de Talento Joven en Hostelería y Turismo/ 9am - 2pm: aimed at young talent in the tourism and hospitality sector and featuring a program that includes motivational talks, discussions on guest experience and best practices.
• 🎤 Workshop: Elevator Pitch and Personal Brand/ 10am - 1pm: an expert in professional orientation will give practical suggestions on how to effectively highlight your professional value through an Elevator Pitch, covering understanding personal branding, crafting a personalized pitch, and techniques to present with confidence.
• ☕ Café networking Capitán Haya/ 1.30 - 3pm: coffee meetup for a small group of entrepreneurs and freelancers, starting with a pre-networking session followed by a structured meeting lasting one hour. You should prepare a brief verbal presentation about your activities and be ready to connect.
• 💰 Fundraising & Pitching Best Practices/ 5.30 - 7.15pm: get entrepreneurial guidance on raising capital, creating effective pitch materials, and addressing valuation concerns with speakers Abby Lyall from Lyonshare and Naomi Goez from Forum Ventures. It includes networking and a presentation to provide practical insights.
• 🏞️ Manuel Campo Vidal sobre la Ruralización/ 6 - 8pm: This year, Manuel Campo Vidal (elected Honorary Patron) will bring his point of view at this event focused on rural development and entrepreneurship, with insights on the future of rural areas.
• 💻 CodeMeet: Seamless Video Streaming/ 6 - 9pm: at the Amazon office, attend talks on optimizing video quality for streaming and smart homes, with live demos of smart home devices + Amazon souvenirs!
• 💭 Fracaso®️ con Miriam Collado/ 6.30 - 8.30pm: as an expert in personal branding strategy and recognized as a Top Brand Strategy Voice on LinkedIn, Mriam will speak about what lies behind a successful personal brand, with the sacrifices and efforts involved.
• 🌍 Climate 4WARD-Sustainability Members Networking/ 7 - 9pm: join this meetup for climate professionals dedicated to combating climate change and take part in one of the world's largest local-to-global communities for climate and sustainability action takers.
• 🍺 After Work En Xipe Castellana/ 7 - 10pm: looking for a more relaxed socializing opportunity? Join this after-work and taste some Mexican cuisine between a sales pitch and a business conversation. (Remember rule #1 of politeness: never speak with your mouth full)
• 🌍 Europe Climate Week: Community Meetup/ 7.30 - 10.30pm: connect with climate professionals during an evening focused on transitioning to climate-centric careers.

Friday, 8h

• 🏨 III Encuentro Internacional de Directivos de Hostelería y Turismo/ 9am - 5pm: another appointment for the hospitality sector, hosted by the Asociación Española de Directores de Hotel (AEDH) for a full day of discussions, networking, panels (and tastings) focused on food waste, sustainable tourism, and related topics.
• ☕ Eat & Meet KCN Desayuno Networking/ 9.30 - 11.30am: have an easy networking session over breakfast, designed to help entrepreneurs connect and grow their projects in a relaxed yet professional setting.
• 💪 Coworking: Trabaja y Conecta/ 11.00am - 5pm: not feeling like working alone on this Friday? Join this coworking group and enjoy some coffee chats between one email and the other. They also meet almost every week.
• 👔 Oportunidades de Negocios para Emprendedores/ 12 - 2pm: learn how to integrate effective networking into your business portfolio effectively. The event is looking especially for Delegates, Managers, and Coordinators.
• 👒 Mujer | Liderazgo | Turismo/ 5 - 8pm: as part of the III Encuentro Internacional de AEDH (see above), the evening is dedicated to a Venus Forum to discuss women's leadership and roles in the tourism industry.
• 🔐 Hack The Box - Introducción a la Ciberseguridad/ 5.30 - 7pm: meetup at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid for tech enthusiasts, covering cybersecurity basics and featuring a live resolution of a Hack The Box machine, ideal for both beginners and experienced individuals. Bring your laptop, have a Hack The Box account, and set up a virtual machine with Kali Linux or similar.

Saturday, 9th

• 💻 Global Day of Coderetreat/ 9am - 5pm: call to all the coders to join this code-day hosted by Iberia and Codurance, for a day dedicated to intensive software design practice. Try the best industry practices, including Test-Driven Development (TDD) and pair programming, through several iterations of coding sessions interspersed with breaks and networking opportunities - a laptop is mandatory!
• 💲 Taller De Finanzas Conscientes/ 10am - 1pm: workshop dedicated to women about managing finances holistically, integrating mind, money, and spirituality, Led by a certified Money Coach. Includes networking and catering.
• 🚂 Visita Guiada a Mercado de Motores y Museo del Ferrocarril/ 12pm or 1pm (1/2): spend an alternative Saturday visiting the famous Mercado de Motores and its museum, to learn about the history of the building, explore notable machines and cars, and discover its background while personally interacting with entrepreneurs.
• 📚 Ruta Guiada: librerías con encanto/ 11am - 1pm: we all know, leaders are readers. If you love books, join a fascinating 2.7km book-themed walking tour of Madrid visiting ten charming bookstores. The event will share the history of reading, including the first bookstore in Madrid and the world.
• 🎨 La Ruta Creativa/ 11am - 2pm: creativity is a fundamental tool not only for artistic professions but also for every kind of problem-solving processes and business ventures. Meet with artists across various disciplines and learn how to overcome creative blocks through group dynamics.

Sunday, 10th

• 🚂 Visita Guiada a Mercado de Motores y Museo del Ferrocarril/ 12pm or 1pm (2/2): on Sunday, too, you can visit the famous Mercado de Motores and its museum, to learn about the history of the building, explore notable machines and cars, and discover its background while personally interacting with entrepreneurs.
• 🔢 Bayesian Philosophy of Science/ 6 - 7.30pm: statistic and math for a Sunday evening? If it's for you, join this meetup to discuss the principles of Bayesian reasoning and learn how to make simple guesses based on available evidence and update them with new information.

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