London VMUG Events for 2025

Start:EUp – Startup made for Europe

450 Millionen Konsument*innen. Vier Grundfreiheiten. Ein Binnenmarkt. Und deine Idee mittendrin.

Start:EUp ist das Event für Gründer*innen, Innovator*innen und europäische Vordenker*innen – im Rahmen der Startup Week Düsseldorf (7.–11. September 2026) und als Partner des FutureTechFest (FTF).

Wir suchen drei Speaker*innen, die ihre Startup-Geschichte ehrlich, fundiert und unterhaltsam auf die Bühne bringen. Keine Werbepitches – sondern echte Einblicke, handfeste Learnings und den Mut, auch über Herausforderungen zu sprechen.

Was erwartet dich als Speaker*in?

🎤 27 Minuten Session – aufgeteilt nach deiner Wahl zwischen Vortrag und Fragerunde 🤝 12 Minuten moderiertes Networking mit dem Publikum nach deiner Session 🇪🇺 Eine Bühne, die Europa als Sprungbrett für Startups erlebbar macht

Welche Themen suchen wir?

Wir sind offen für mutige Perspektiven, die das europäische Startup-Ökosystem voranbringen. Besonders interessieren uns:

🌍 EU-Binnenmarkt als Chance – Skalierung in 27 Märkte, Freizügigkeit von Kapital und Talenten, Cross-Border-Strategien

🤖 Digitale Transformation & KI – AI Act als Wettbewerbsvorteil, verantwortungsvolle KI, Digital-First-Geschäftsmodelle

🌱 GreenTech & Nachhaltigkeit – European Green Deal, CleanTech, Circular Economy, Impact-Startups

🔐 Europäische Regulierung als Asset – DSGVO, AI Act und EU-Standards als globaler Vertrauensvorsprung

💡 Social Entrepreneurship & Non-Profit – Startups mit gesellschaftlichem Impact, Civic Tech, demokratische Innovation

🚀 Gründung in Europa – Finanzierung (EU-Förderprogramme, Venture Capital in Europa), Markteintritt, europäische Ökosysteme

Zielgruppen des Events:

Startups & Gründer*innen (Pre-Seed / Seed-Phase)

Mittelstand & Corporates auf der Suche nach Innovationsimpulsen

Gründungs-Interessierte, Studierende, Auszubildende und alle Menschen, die an einen starkes europäisches 

Eckdaten:

📅 09. September 2026, 18:30–21:30 Uhr

📍 Beehive, Oststraße 10, 40211 Düsseldorf

🎟️ Freier Eintritt nur nach Registrierung, Tickets gibt es für dieses Event ausschließlich bei Rausgegangen → (link einfügen)

Veranstaltet von der Europa-Union Düsseldorf-Neuss

Als Netzwerk-Plattform unterstützen wir den Austausch von Ideen und die Möglichkeit, Ihre Kontakte zu erweitern und – am aller wichtigsten – die Begeisterung für eine starke, demokratische und inklusive Europa-Gesellschaft zu teilen.

Finden Sie uns auch auf LinkedIn | Find us on LinkedIn (link)

Ihr Team der Europa-Union Düsseldorf-Neuss

P.S.: Herzlichen Dank an unsere Partner*innen: Beehive Workspace, neuroTime GmbH, Wirtschaftsförderung der Stadt Düsseldorf, digihub.nrw und FTF – FutureTechFest!

P.P.S.: Mitmachen bei der Europa-Union geht auch!
Möchten Sie sich ehrenamtlich für Europa und eine moderne europäische Gesellschaft engagieren? Sprechen Sie uns an oder informieren Sie sich unter europa-union.de!

Möchten Sie oder Ihr Unternehmen bzw. Organisation Partner*in werden? Sprechen Sie Janosch Bösche einfach an; per LinkedIn-klick direkt hier! (link)

Allgemeine Hinweise – bitte sehen Sie auch in die FAQs!

Materialrechte (Bild- und Videoaufnahmen)

Die Teilnehmer*innen erklären sich damit einverstanden, dass die im Rahmen der Veranstaltung gemachten Fotos und Filmaufnahmen ohne Vergütungsanspruch, ohne zeitliche und räumliche Begrenzung verwendet werden dürfen. Die Rechte an Bild- und Videomaterial gehen ausnahmslos, zeitlich und örtlich unbegrenzt an den Veranstalter oder den vor Ort anwesenden Vertretern von Presse oder anderen Bild- und Tonmaterial verbreitenden Unternehmen über.

Tickets gibt es für dieses Event ausschließlich bei Rausgegangen -> https://rausgegangen.de/en/organizations/eu-duesseldorf-neuss/

Als Netzwerk-Plattform unterstützen wir den Austausch von Ideen und die Möglichkeit eure Kontakte zu erweitern und – am aller wichtigsten – die Liebe zu teilen.

Finden Sie uns auch auf LinkedIn | Find us on LinkedIn (link)

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Start:EUp – Startup made for Europe

450 million consumers. Four fundamental freedoms. One single market. And your idea right in the middle of it.

Start:EUp is the event for founders, innovators, and European visionaries – part of Startup Week Düsseldorf (7–11 September 2026) and an official partner of the FutureTechFest (FTF).

We are looking for three speakers who will bring their startup story to the stage in an honest, insightful, and engaging way. No sales pitches – but real insights, tangible lessons learned, and the courage to talk about challenges openly.

What to expect as a speaker?

🎤 27-minute session – split at your discretion between presentation and Q&A 🤝 12 minutes of guided networking with the audience after your session 🇪🇺 A stage that brings Europe as a launchpad for startups to life

Which topics are we looking for?

We welcome bold perspectives that advance the European startup ecosystem. We are particularly interested in:

🌍 The EU Single Market as an opportunity – Scaling across 27 markets, free movement of capital and talent, cross-border strategies

🤖 Digital Transformation & AI – The AI Act as a competitive advantage, responsible AI, digital-first business models

🌱 GreenTech & Sustainability – European Green Deal, CleanTech, Circular Economy, impact startups

🔐 European regulation as an asset – GDPR, AI Act and EU standards as a global trust advantage

💡 Social Entrepreneurship & Non-Profit – Startups with societal impact, Civic Tech, democratic innovation

🚀 Building in Europe – Funding (EU grant programmes, Venture Capital in Europe), market entry, European ecosystems

Target audiences of the event:
Startups & Founders (pre-seed / seed phase)
SMEs & Corporates seeking innovation impulses

Key facts:

📅 9 September 2026, 6:30–9:30 PM 📍 Beehive, Oststraße 10, 40211 Düsseldorf 🎟️ Free admission

Organised by the Europa-Union Düsseldorf-Neuss

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AAIF Sri Lanka Chapter - Inaugural Meetup

We're launching the Agentic AI Foundation (AAIF) Sri Lanka Chapter, and this is our very first gathering. Join us on 10th September 2026 at Hatch Works Colombo, 6:00 PM onwards, for an evening built around the fastest-moving corner of AI - agents that reason, plan, use tools, and act on their own.

As part of the global AAIF community, this chapter exists to bring together the people actually building agentic systems here in Sri Lanka - and we want our first stage to reflect exactly that. Whether you've shipped a multi-agent system in production, wired up your first tool-calling loop over a weekend, or you're researching where all of this is headed, we want to hear from you.

On the fence about submitting? Submit anyway. Some of the best talks come from practitioners sharing what actually broke, what they learned, and what they'd do differently. Bring the real story.

Join us to discuss what AI is actually doing inside financial services.

We are bringing together the people building and applying AI in financial services for one evening, and we would like you to consider speaking.

See our one-pager invitation

Backlog war stories by ordinary people

We are looking for candid stories of real-life hurdles, hacks and success. The sweat for true efficiency and outcome-oriented mindsets, not “vibe-coding”.

Speakers who’ve had real hands-on experience in AI, in financial services, or in the overlap. Technical, strategic, or operational. You do not need to be purely AI or purely fintech. The interesting material usually sits between the two, so do not count yourself out.

We Are Official Microsoft Learning Experts.

Are you a Microsoft cloud enthusiast with a passion for sharing your knowledge and expertise with a global audience? Do you have what it takes to inspire individuals from all corners of the world on their journey to becoming Microsoft Heroes? If so, we invite you to be a part of our extraordinary event – "Microsoft Zero to Hero Community."

About the Event:

Microsoft Zero To Hero is an exceptional gathering designed to empower, educate, and elevate Microsoft enthusiasts, from beginners to experts, on their path to mastery. This event is proudly brought to you by Microsoft Learning and supported by Microsoft, ensuring a platform that's not just informative but also backed by the industry's leading experts.

Why Speak at Microsoft Zero to Hero?

As a speaker at Microsoft Zero to Hero, you'll have the unique opportunity to:

Share Your Expertise: Showcase your knowledge and experience with Microsoft technologies to a diverse, global audience.

Global Reach: Connect with attendees from around the world, expanding your network and influence.

Impact Lives: Empower individuals to start their Microsoft journey or advance their existing skills.

Support from Microsoft: Benefit from the resources and support provided by Microsoft to make your session a success.

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking dynamic, engaging speakers who can deliver compelling sessions on Microsoft-related topics. Whether you're an Microsoft veteran or just starting your journey, we want to hear from you! Session topics can range from Microsoft fundamentals to advanced concepts, case studies, best practices, and real-world applications.

SPANISH:

PWNEDCR es una conferencia de ciberseguridad y hacking ético que busca reunir a los principales profesionales y entusiastas del sector en un espacio dedicado al intercambio de conocimientos sobre temas relacionados con la protección de la información y la seguridad de las tecnologías en Costa Rica.

Esperamos crear un espacio en el que profesionales y entusiastas de la ciberseguridad y el hacking puedan compartir y aprender de las charlas, talleres y demás actividades que se han preparado en este evento.

El PWNEDCR será dos días, 12 y 13 de Septiembre, 2026 en el Auditorio Nacional (Museo de los niños) San José, Costa Rica.

ENGLISH:

PWNEDCR is a cybersecurity and ethical hacking conference aimed at bringing together top professionals and enthusiasts in the field. The event provides a dedicated space to explore a wide range of topics related to hacking and cybersecurity in Costa Rica.

We aim to create an environment where cybersecurity and hacking professionals and enthusiasts can connect, share knowledge, and learn through talks, workshops, and other activities prepared for the event.

PWNEDCR will take place over two days: September 12-13, 2026, in the National Auditorium (Museo de los niños) - San José, Costa Rica.

JUGNoord is thé Java User Group in the north of the Netherlands. We organise a meetup every month, alternating the sessions being held in both Leeuwarden and Groningen.

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Le dernier meetup du 7 avril 2026 chez PIctarine a été un succès. Nous recherchons un lieu et surtout des speakers pour le prochain qui aura lieu le 22 septembre 2026 à 19h00. 

Comme lors de la session précédente :

• 🗨️ deux slots de présentation de 30 minutes maximum (+ questions) sont ouverts et,
• 💡nouveauté:  nous vous proposons entre les deux sessions un petit résumé de l'actualité de ce qui s'est passé autour de PostgreSQL depuis Janvier.

Ein Abend voller Wissensaustausch, gutem Essen und Community-Spirit!

Wir freuen uns riesig, euch zum nächsten Cloud Native Münster Meetup einzuladen! Egal ob ihr erfahrene Cloud-Native-Expertinnen und -Experten seid oder gerade erst eure Reise in die Welt von Kubernetes & Co. beginnt – dies ist eure Gelegenheit, euch mit Gleichgesinnten aus dem Münsterland und darüber hinaus zu vernetzen, spannende Vorträge zu hören und den Abend bei gutem Essen ausklingen zu lassen.

🎤 Ihr wollt selbst auf die Bühne?

Für dieses Meetup läuft unser Call for Speakers über Sessionize! Reicht eure Talks ein – von Einsteiger-Themen bis Deep Dive ist alles willkommen.

Die vollständigen Bedingungen und Themen findet ihr direkt im Sessionize-Call.

📋 Agenda (vorläufig)

18:00 Einlass – Ankommen & Networking 🍕🥤

18:30 Vortrag 1 (wird nach dem Call bekannt gegeben)

19:10 Kurze Pause

19:20 Vortrag 2 (wird nach dem Call bekannt gegeben)

20:00 Networking & gemütlicher Ausklang

📍 Gut zu wissen

Verpflegung: Wir kümmern uns um euch – Essen und Getränke stehen für alle Teilnehmenden bereit!

Sprache: Die Vorträge werden auf Deutsch und/oder Englisch gehalten.

Anmeldung: Bitte meldet euch verbindlich an, damit wir das Catering entsprechend planen können. Jede Anmeldung zählt!

🌐 Über Cloud Native Münster

Cloud Native Münster ist ein lokales Community-Meetup, das Entwicklerinnen, Platform Engineers, DevOps-Enthusiastinnen und alle Cloud-Native-Neugierigen aus dem Münsterland und darüber hinaus zusammenbringt. Wir sind Teil des lebendigen, globalen Cloud-Native-Ökosystems und brennen dafür, Wissen zu teilen, Zusammenarbeit zu fördern und gemeinsam als Community zu wachsen.

Wir freuen uns auf euch! 🎉

The Flutter Community AI Circle is a community initiative dedicated to exploring and developing AI-powered capabilities within Flutter applications. We bring together developers interested in building agentic experiences, leveraging AI models, and advancing Flutter's potential in this space.

Join us for the FCAIC live broadcast, which takes place every other Monday for 60-90 minutes. The show begins at Noon Eastern Time. Please check your local time: 9:00 AM PT, 5:00 PM in London (BST), or 6:00 PM in Central Europe (CEST).

Previous episodes:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4dBIh1xps-HIYvaEIbLWHZqt_WGBfpx3&si=Utp84kmv66icivwi

PyData Belgium Meetup

PyData Belgium is a vibrant community of data enthusiasts, professionals, and researchers who come together to share insights, learn, and connect. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or an emerging voice in the field, we invite you to submit a talk proposal for our upcoming meetups.

About PyData

PyData is an international community for users and developers of data analysis tools. Our meetups offer a platform for exploring the latest advancements, nurturing talent, and fostering collaboration in the Python data ecosystem.

Suggested Topics

We're looking for a diverse range of topics that spark interest and inspire our community. Here are some ideas to get you started:

• Innovations in Machine Learning and AI
• Data Visualization Techniques
• Applied Data Science in Industry
• Big Data Tools and Techniques
• Data Engineering Best Practices
• Ethical and Responsible AI
• Open Source Contributions and Projects
• Case Studies and Applications in Business, Science, and Academia
• ... and more!

Why Speak at PyData Belgium?

By sharing your knowledge and insights, you’ll not only contribute to the community's growth but also gain valuable experience and feedback. We'll promote your talk in social media, in order to reach a larger audience.

Please note: By submitting a proposal, you agree to the inclusion of personal information such as name, bio, and photo in our promotional materials. We are committed to respecting your privacy and will handle your information responsibly. We do not sponsor travel and accommodation costs.

Masz szansę wystąpić na jedynym spotkaniu w całości dedykowanym technologii VMware w Polsce.
Wystarczy, że:
zgłosisz temat wystąpienia i krótkie streszczenie, możesz także dołączyć swoje zdjęcie.

VMUG Poland to część międzynarodowej organizacji VMware User Group.

Jako niezależna, międzynarodowa organizacja, zrzesza praktyków technologii spod znaku VMware. Stworzona w 2010 roku jako platforma wymiany wiedzy i doświadczeń we wciąż zmieniającym się środowisku IT. W Polsce VMUG działa nieprzerwanie od 2017 roku, skupiając wokół siebie blisko tysięczną społeczność. Prestiżowe spotkania praktyków dla praktyków (tylko dla społeczności VMUG i vBeer).

🇫🇷 Le Meetup Search, Data & AI s'adresse aux développeurs, architectes et responsables de domaine passionnés par les technologies Moteurs de Recherche (Search), (Big) Data et Intelligence Artificielle.

Nous nous retrouvons régulièrement pour échanger autour de technologies comme Apache Lucene, Solr, Elasticsearch, OpenSearch et leurs écosystèmes (ELK, Apache Tika, ...) mais également autour des solutions Search embarquées dans les applications, services cloud ou bases de données variées (NoSQL, relationnelles, graph, etc.).

Les moteurs de recherche de demain, l'innovation dans les technologies Search et Data, l’expérience utilisateur (UEx) et les nouvelles interfaces homme-machine seront également au cœur de nos discussions. Le traitement automatique du langage naturel (NLP) et les spécificités liées au traitement de la langue française (ou des langues en général) feront aussi partie de l’agenda.

Il s’agit d’un groupe indépendant des éditeurs : nous nous efforçons de couvrir de manière exhaustive toutes les technologies et initiatives autour du Search et de la Data en région parisienne et en France.

👉 Vous souhaitez proposer un talk ? Soumettez votre idée via notre plateforme CFP : https://sessionize.com/meetup-search-data-and-ai/

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🇬🇧 The Search, Data & AI Meetup is aimed at developers, architects, and domain leads who are passionate about Search engines, (Big) Data, and Artificial Intelligence.

We meet regularly to share and discuss technologies such as Apache Lucene, Solr, Elasticsearch, OpenSearch and their ecosystems (ELK, Apache Tika, ...) as well as embedded search solutions found in applications, cloud services, or various types of databases (NoSQL, relational, graph, etc.).

Future search engines, innovation in Search and Data technologies, user experience (UX), and new human–machine interfaces will also be among our topics of interest.

We will also explore natural language processing (NLP) and the specific challenges of working with the French language (or languages in general).

This is an independent group, not tied to any vendor, with the goal of providing a broad view across all technologies and initiatives related to Search and Data in the Paris area and in France.

👉 Want to give a talk? Submit your proposal via our CFP platform: https://sessionize.com/meetup-search-data-and-ai/

Welcome to the first ever Midlands Microsoft Meet (MMM) - here in central Birmingham!

MMM has come about from the lack of Microsoft events run in the Midlands. Rather than lament that we have to travel to most event multiple hours away, we decided to create our own. We feel there is a hot bed of talent and a lack of representation community wise in this part of the country that we aim to cater for.

We want an inclusive event that can cater to many Microsoft product areas rather than focusing on a single one, with attendees of all levels getting something out of the event.

This form is closed

Willkommen bei der AI Productivity User Group – der deutschsprachigen Community für alle, die sich für den praktischen Einsatz von KI im Arbeitsalltag interessieren!

In dieser User Group erwarten dich jeden Monat spannende Impulse von internationalen Experten. Die Themen reichen von Microsoft 365 Copilot, über Agents und Copilot Studio, bis hin zu Best Practices rund um AI @ Work im M365-Universum.

💡 Was dich erwartet:

👉🏻 Monatliche Online-Sessions

👉🏻 Praxisnahe Vorträge & Demos

👉🏻 Austausch mit Gleichgesinnten aus der Community

👉🏻 Raum für Fragen, Diskussionen und Networking

🎯 Für wen ist die Gruppe gedacht?

Für IT-Professionals, Power User, Developers, Führungskräfte und alle, die die Potenziale von Microsoft AI in der Arbeitswelt entdecken und nutzen möchten.

📅 Wann & Wo?

Einmal im Monat – bequem online über Microsoft Teams.

Mach mit, bring dich ein und werde Teil einer wachsenden Community rund um AI @ Work im DACH-Raum! 🚀

Welcome to the Microsoft Cloud (South Coast) User Group! This user group is for anyone interested in Microsoft 365 and Azure; we focus on all three clouds of the Microsoft platform: Business Applications, Modern Workplace and Azure.

Our goal is to share real world experiences, latest product offerings from Microsoft and to build a community with peers within the same market space.

*** Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Security and Compliance, Azure AD, Enterprise Mobility and Security (EM+S), Data & AI, Development, Azure IaaS and PaaS. ***

If you work or have interest in Microsoft 365 then this is the user group to attend.

Attend our events to improve collaboration, productivity, knowledge management and business solutions!

The group is hosted by the community, for the community.

Hai una storia da raccontare, un progetto da condividere o una tecnologia che ti appassiona?

Che tu sia un professionista navigato, un appassionato di cloud, o semplicemente curioso di metterti alla prova, questo è il posto giusto per te.

IMPORTANTE - LE DATE POTREBBERO SUBIRE DELLE VARIAZIONI PER VENIRE INCONTRO ALLE NECESSITÀ DEGLI SPEAKERS O DEGLI ORGANIZZATORI.

DataScience Show is a recurring live online event designed for anyone passionate about data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and emerging trends in the data science community. The show provides a dynamic platform for practical insights, expert discussions, and hands-on perspectives on real-world data projects.

🔹 Format: Live online streaming event + TV

🔹 Schedule: Every Thursday at 8:00 PM (CET)

🔹 Topics: Data Science tools, AI trends, practical workflows, industry developments, and real-life use cases

🔹 Target Audience: Data scientists, analysts, developers, AI enthusiasts, and anyone interested in data-driven innovation

What to Expect

🎯 In-depth discussions and honest insights into real data projects

🛠️ Practical tool demonstrations and workflow breakdowns

💡 Real-world experience sharing — beyond theory

🤝 Interactive sessions with opportunities for audience engagement

📈 Updates on trends and innovations shaping the future of data science

Whether you're a beginner exploring the field or an experienced professional looking to stay current, DataScience Show offers valuable insights and a strong community-driven experience.

Whether you're a professional working with Microsoft technologies with a story to share, someone with a unique use case, or just embarking on your cloud journey, we want to hear from you.

Join us as we explore more from Microsoft Technologies such as Microsoft Azure.

This will be a casual informal chat :)

Please note the date of each episode is flexible 

The Richmond SQL Server Users Group (RichmondSQL) is located in Richmond, Virginia. We are an active group of data professionals that meet for networking and presentations on many topics related to the Microsoft Data Platform, including:

SQL Database Design & Development

Query Performance Tuning & Troubleshooting

Business Intelligence (PowerBI)

SQL Server Administration (on-prem or Azure/AWS hosted)

Azure Data Factory

The Hampton Roads SQL Server User Group (HRSSUG) is dedicated to supporting data professionals who work with Microsoft SQL Server and related technologies. Our group welcomes attendees of all experience levels—from those just starting their data careers to seasoned experts. HRSSUG has been meeting on the third Wednesday of each month for over 11 years, fostering continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and community growth.

Our Topics

We focus on connecting SQL Server professionals working in all of the major areas of data.

Administration

Business Intelligence

Design

Development

Meeting Format

6:00pm - 6:30pm | Free food / beverages, networking and group discussion.

6:30pm - 6:45pm | News / announcement, a word from our sponsors, local event reminders.

6:45pm - 8:00pm | Speaker presentation followed by open discussion and networking.

The AWS Brisbane User Group is a community run monthly meetup for anyone interested in the cloud and Amazon Web Services. We have over 3200 members with an average of 70 in-person attendees.

Submit your session(s) and we will contact you as soon as possible!

PowerAddictsBE will determine when your POWERTALK! session(s) will be scheduled depending on the content, the target audience, your availability and whether this will be an In-Person or Online event.

We warmly welcome anyone who would like to contribute.

Please Note: 'PowerTALK!' events are FREE of charge.

The Builders Foundry is a AI London-based community for engineers, architects, platform teams, and technical founders. We cover AI, software design, cloud, Azure, and startups, with one rule: real systems over hype. No vendor pitches, no buzzwords, just honest trade-offs and lessons from production.

NWSCUG is focused on endpoint management in the enterprise. Sessions normally focus on Windows management using Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager and Intune, as well as security tools for the endpoint.

We're always looking for speakers and fresh content. Sessions are typically one hour, but can be longer or shorter - just let us know. 

We meet during the day - you can see a typical agenda here: https://nwscug.org/2023/09/05/nwscug-september-15th-2023/