User groups (meetups) around the world

Are you eager to kickstart your speaking career, connect with local communities, or make new connections while traveling? Explore the list of user groups utilizing Sessionize to gather submissions for their meetings!

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Global AI Charlotte Microsoft Community

The Global AI Charlotte Microsoft Community is excited to invite Microsoft-focused AI professionals to speak at our bi-monthly virtual event series, featuring the latest advancements in Azure AI, M365 Copilot Studio, Power Platform, and AI Foundry.

Whether you are a Microsoft MVP, MCT, solution architect, Power Platform pro, Copilot creator, or AI developer, this is your chance to share your expertise with a global audience eager to learn and build.


The Global AI Charlotte Microsoft Community is excited to invite Microsoft-focused AI professionals to speak at our bi-monthly virtual event series, featuring the latest advancements in Azure AI, M365 Copilot Studio, Power Platform, and AI Foundry. ... Show more

The Azure and AI Show

We are excited to announce the Call for Speakers for The Azure and AI Show, a premier virtual conference focused on all things Azure and artificial intelligence. This event will bring together industry experts, professionals, and enthusiasts to explore the latest trends, advancements, and best practices in the Azure and AI domains.

We are seeking dynamic and knowledgeable speakers who can deliver insightful presentations, engaging demos, and thought-provoking discussions to our global audience. Whether you are an experienced practitioner, a visionary leader, or a rising star in the field, we invite you to share your expertise and contribute to this exceptional event.

Conference Details: Date: Every Saturday 7 pm Irish time, Location: Virtual (Online)

We are looking for presentations that cover a wide range of topics related to Azure and AI, including but not limited to:

Copilot

Azure Cloud Computing

Azure Infrastructure and Architecture

Azure Services and Solutions

DevOps and Continuous Integration/Deployment on Azure

Hybrid Cloud Strategies

Azure Governance and Security

Artificial Intelligence:

Machine Learning and Deep Learning

Natural Language Processing

Computer Vision and Image Recognition

Conversational AI and Chatbots

Ethical AI and Responsible AI Practices

Data Analytics and Insights:

Azure Data Services (Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, etc.)

Big Data Analytics and Processing

Data Warehousing and Data Modeling

Business Intelligence and Data Visualization

Predictive Analytics and Data Science

Internet of Things (IoT):

Azure IoT Hub and IoT Solutions

Edge Computing and Intelligent Edge

IoT Security and Privacy

Industrial IoT and Smart Manufacturing

IoT Analytics and Insights

If you have expertise in any of these areas or have a compelling topic that aligns with the theme of the conference, we encourage you to submit your session proposal. Both technical and business-oriented sessions are welcome.

Submission Guidelines:

Session Format: Presentations should be 15 to 20 minutes in duration, including time for Q&A.

Session Language: English.


We are excited to announce the Call for Speakers for The Azure and AI Show, a premier virtual conference focused on all things Azure and artificial intelligence. This event will bring together industry experts, professionals, and enthusiasts to explo... Show more

.NET Conf 2025 Accra .NET & Azure User Group Ghana

Join us for .NET Conf 2025 Accra – Hosted by the Accra .NET & Azure User Group!

Get ready for a day of learning, networking, and community celebration as we bring the global .NET Conf experience to Accra Technical University on 13th December 2025.

This event will feature keynotes, workshops, and lightning talks focused on .NET 9, Azure, and the future of cloud-native development. Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, or seasoned professional, there’s something for everyone, from deep-dive technical sessions to interactive community discussions.

Agenda Highlights:

  • Keynote: What’s New in .NET 10 and Beyond
  • Hands-on workshops & live coding demos
  • Lightning talks from local developers
  • Networking & community showcase


What to Bring:

  1. Your laptop (for hands-on sessions)
  2. Business cards or LinkedIn QR code
  3. Energy, curiosity, and your passion for .NET!

Join us for .NET Conf 2025 Accra – Hosted by the Accra .NET & Azure User Group!Get ready for a day of learning, networking, and community celebration as we bring the global .NET Conf experience to Accra Technical University on 13th December 2025.This... Show more

Workplace Ninjas Denmark 2025

We have a constant Call for Speakers open for our User Group Evenings. You can apply maximum 4 sessions.

Topics range from Microsoft 365, Windows 365, Windows 11, Security, Endpoint Management, Office 365 and Microsoft Teams.

Experienced speakers are welcome, but we will also give non-experienced or starting speakers a chance at talking at our events.

Sessions of 30 min to 45 min.

Location: Online

We have a constant Call for Speakers open for our User Group Evenings. You can apply maximum 4 sessions. Topics range from Microsoft 365, Windows 365, Windows 11, Security, Endpoint Management, Office 365 and Microsoft Teams.Experienced speakers are... Show more

My Coding Zone

Willkommen bei My Coding Zone

Erlebe die Zukunft von Generative AI, Node.js und .NET hautnah mit! Gemeinsam mit einer aufgeschlossenen online Community lernst du Neues und profitierst von inspirierenden Diskussionen und Erfahrungsaustausch.

Jeden Freitag um 20:30 Uhr - Live auf twitch.tv/GregorBiswanger


Schau dir bereits aufgezeichnete Live-Streams auf YouTube an: https://www.youtube.com/GregorBiswanger

Aber der richtige Spaß beginnt erst, wenn du live dabei bist! Melde dich jetzt an und werde Teil unserer Community.

Weitere Infos zur Community unter: https://www.my-coding-zone.de

Important! Please submit presentations only in German. We are a German-speaking online community.

Willkommen bei My Coding Zone Erlebe die Zukunft von Generative AI, Node.js und .NET hautnah mit! Gemeinsam mit einer aufgeschlossenen online Community lernst du Neues und profitierst von inspirierenden Diskussionen und Erfahrungsaustausch. Jeden Fr... Show more

CBusData 2025

The monthly meeting of CBusData, Central Ohio's Microsoft Data Platform User Group.

The monthly meeting of CBusData, Central Ohio's Microsoft Data Platform User Group. Show more

UmbraCymru - The Wales Umbraco Meetup

UmbraCymru is a Cardiff-based meetup for those involved or interested in the Umbraco ecosystem, whether you’re an end-user, content editor or experienced developer.

UmbraCymru is a Cardiff-based meetup for those involved or interested in the Umbraco ecosystem, whether you’re an end-user, content editor or experienced developer. Show more

WITs Who Lunch

WITs Who Lunch is an inclusive community where women in tech connect, share, and grow. Hosted by Data Ascend, our hybrid meetups are relaxed, real, and supportive. Each session brings together tech professionals from all backgrounds to discuss everything from technology deep dives to career journeys and life lessons.

Our format is simple but impactful: a 15–45 minute talk followed by open Q&A. Speakers don’t need to polish slides or rehearse endlessly - we’re here for authentic stories, practical insights, and human connection.

Whether you want to demo a tool, share a recent challenge, or spark a discussion on leadership, we’d love to hear from you.


Why speak at WITs Who Lunch?

  • Amplify your voice in a supportive space
  • Inspire and empower fellow women in tech
  • Grow your network and confidence
  • No pressure—just conversation and community


✨ Whether you’re a first-time speaker or a seasoned pro, this is your stage.✨

Ready to share something meaningful?

WITs Who Lunch is an inclusive community where women in tech connect, share, and grow. Hosted by Data Ascend, our hybrid meetups are relaxed, real, and supportive. Each session brings together tech professionals from all backgrounds to discuss everyt... Show more

AWS User Group Cologne

We are always looking for speakers and hosts for the AWS Usergroup Cologne, one of the largest AWS communities in Germany.

To make it easy we introduced two simple online-forms:

For Speaker: https://lnkd.in/e7xmCKuU

For Hosts: https://lnkd.in/eU-wYSde

You may hold your talk in German or English, whatever you feel comfortable with.

Every AWS related topic is welcome. Beginner to expert level.

Come and meet us, and maybe build your career as known AWS expert?

Maybe, make your company known to potential employees by hosting?

We are always looking for speakers and hosts for the AWS Usergroup Cologne, one of the largest AWS communities in Germany. To make it easy we introduced two simple online-forms: For Speaker: https://lnkd.in/e7xmCKuU For Hosts: https://lnkd.in/eU-w... Show more

Singapore Microsoft Azure, M365 & Power Platform

ASEAN Cloud Community is a Live Webinar organised by Singapore Microsoft Azure, M365 & Power Platform Community presented by local and international speakers about Azure Platform Technologies.ASEAN Cloud Community is the Azure Platform user group community in Singapore. This used to be the monthly user community meetup here in Singapore for Azure Platform Professionals. The pandemic forced us to go virtual so we had to evolve and adapt. It turned out to be a blessing because it allowed us to reach more professionals in APAC and have guest international speakers from anywhere in the world. 

Who are we looking for? We're looking for passionate speakers who can share about Azure Platform technologies. 

What topics are we looking for? We love AI and Machine Learning, Agent-based AI and Autonomous Systems, Azure Kubernetes ,Containers ,Infra as Code ,IOT ,Azure ARC,Terraform ,Pulumi ,ARM Templates ,Azure Blockchain ,Cloud Infrastructure etc.

When are the sessions? We hold it on Saturday nights every two weeks and have two speakers each night. First session is 7:00 pm to 7:50 pm SGT and the second sessions is 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm SGT. That's 7:00 AM EST for the first session and 8:00 AM EST for the second session. Check your local time here. You'll be able to pick your choice of Dates to present when you submit your session.

ASEAN Cloud Community is a Live Webinar organised by Singapore Microsoft Azure, M365 & Power Platform Community presented by local and international speakers about Azure Platform Technologies.ASEAN Cloud Community is the Azure Platform user group com... Show more

Atlanta Power Platform + Microsoft 365 User Group [2025]

CNCF and Kubernetes Montreal Meetups

🎄 ⎈ 2025 Cloud Native Montreal: KubeCon Atlanta Recap & Holiday Meetup ⎈🎄

📅  Date: December 10th, 2025 

📍 Location: Nesto Montreal 

📢 Call for Speakers


We're looking for passionate speakers to share their experiences, case studies, or technical deep dives related to CNCF projects and:


  • Kubernetes and container orchestration
  • AI/ML
  • Observability and monitoring
  • DevOps and CI/CD practices
  • Edge computing
  • Open source contributions
  • Cloud-native security
  • Real-world implementations and success stories


And aiming for sessions:


  • 10-15 minute lightning talk (including Q&A)
  • 20-minute panel discussion
  • 20 minutes in-depth demo (including Q&A) 

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your expertise, connect with the community, and contribute to the growth of the CNCF ecosystem.


Stay tuned for more details on the agenda and speakers. We look forward to seeing you there!

🎄 ⎈ 2025 Cloud Native Montreal: KubeCon Atlanta Recap & Holiday Meetup ⎈🎄📅  Date: December 10th, 2025 📍 Location: Nesto Montreal 📢 Call for SpeakersWe're looking for passionate speakers to share their experiences, case studies, or technical deep... Show more

SQL Server User Group Croatia 25-26

We host one event per month, usually on the second Wednesday of the month around 5pm (GMT+1) except for winter and summer holidays.

We are looking for speakers willing to join us this and next year.

As part of Croatian MS community, SQL Server User Group is a place for DB professionals, DBAs and DBDevs alike, where they can meet, learn and exchange ideas.

Follow us also on:

https://www.meetup.com/SQL-Server-User-Group-Croatia/
https://www.facebook.com/SSUGCRO/
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3753389/

We host one event per month, usually on the second Wednesday of the month around 5pm (GMT+1) except for winter and summer holidays.We are looking for speakers willing to join us this and next year.As part of Croatian MS community, SQL Server User Gro... Show more

Innpowerment - Leadership Collective

The South African Azure User Group

The South African Azure Usergroup is for anyone interested in Cloud computing, with a specific focus on Microsoft's Azure platform.

We aim to connect and grow people with similar interests (the Azure platform and accompanying services) to connect and develop their knowledge by sharing experiences.

The user group is hosted as a hybrid meetup with a physical venue based at Microsoft South Africa, Johannesburg office.

The South African Azure Usergroup is for anyone interested in Cloud computing, with a specific focus on Microsoft's Azure platform. We aim to connect and grow people with similar interests (the Azure platform and accompanying services) to connect and... Show more

Rust Johannesburg meetups

Join us for monthly Rust programming meetups hosted at Microsoft's Johannesburg office. Whether you're a beginner or experienced Rustacean, come learn, share knowledge, and connect with South Africa's growing Rust community.

Each meetup features technical talks, live coding demos, and networking opportunities. We welcome talk submissions on any Rust-related topics including systems programming, web development, embedded systems, and more.

Location: Microsoft South Africa, Bryanston, Johannesburg
Frequency: Monthly community nights

Join us for monthly Rust programming meetups hosted at Microsoft's Johannesburg office. Whether you're a beginner or experienced Rustacean, come learn, share knowledge, and connect with South Africa's growing Rust community.Each meetup features techn... Show more

Johannesburg R User Group

Our goals: Our purpose is to bring R users together to help each other with common problems, exchange knowledge and share experiences.

Secondly, this group intends to spread the use of R in South Africa and show others (also non-R users) the benefits of using R.

Our goals: Our purpose is to bring R users together to help each other with common problems, exchange knowledge and share experiences. Secondly, this group intends to spread the use of R in South Africa and show others (also non-R users) the benefit... Show more

Data Platform Downunder Virtual Meetup 2025

Dataplatform Downunder Meetup is a virtual meetup that meets on the first Tuesday of each month and covers all things SQL Server in the Data Platform.  We open the event at 12:15 pm AEST allowing all attendees to mingle and chat to each other, the organisers and the presenter to make this as close to an in-person event as possible.

Whether you are an experienced presenter or wanting to start out on your passion of sharing your knowledge with like minded data professionals, submit your session here.

Dataplatform Downunder Meetup is a virtual meetup that meets on the first Tuesday of each month and covers all things SQL Server in the Data Platform.  We open the event at 12:15 pm AEST allowing all attendees to mingle and chat to each other, the or... Show more

TeXpert Program

TeXperts is the thought leadership development program for members of the St. Louis tech community who are working to build an industry leading platform. The program supports public speaking, content development, mentoring, marketing, and more. TeXperts starts in early 2025.

This is a face-to-face event, hosted in Downtown St. Louis. Presenters need to be in the St. Louis area. There isn't any speaker compensation for this event.

TeXperts is the thought leadership development program for members of the St. Louis tech community who are working to build an industry leading platform. The program supports public speaking, content development, mentoring, marketing, and more. TeXpe... Show more

Des Moines Web Geeks

Des Moines Web Geeks is a community-driven organization committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for web enthusiasts of all levels and backgrounds. Our goal is to provide a platform for individuals from diverse disciplines, including web engineering, design, marketing, and business leadership, to connect, learn, and collaborate.


We strive to create meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through our range of events, including instructional training, hands-on coding dojos, round table discussions, and social gatherings. By bringing together a diverse group of individuals, we aim to encourage the exchange of ideas, promote innovation, and support the growth of the web industry in Des Moines and beyond.


At Des Moines Web Geeks, we are committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion, and providing a safe and supportive space for all members of the LGBTQ community. Our mission is to empower individuals to advance their skills and build strong professional networks while fostering a sense of community and belonging. We welcome all who share our passion for the web and look forward to connecting with you at one of our upcoming events.

Des Moines Web Geeks is a community-driven organization committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for web enthusiasts of all levels and backgrounds. Our goal is to provide a platform for individuals from diverse disciplines, includ... Show more

PyData Johannesburg

Cloud Native Dublin December

We are delighted to have once again our Cloud Native Dublin Chapter..


Location: Dublin

We are delighted to have once again our Cloud Native Dublin Chapter..Location: Dublin Show more

CBUS HUG 2025

Welcome to the Columbus HashiCorp User Group (CBUS HUG)—a community for engineers, architects, and developers leveraging the HashiCorp stack to build scalable, secure, and automated infrastructure! Whether you're working with Terraform, Packer, Vault, Boundary, Consul, Nomad, or Waypoint, this is the place to share your experiences, learn from others, and deepen your expertise.

We bring together software developers, platform engineers, cloud architects, and SREs focused on Infrastructure Lifecycle Management (ILM), Security Lifecycle Management (SLM), and Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) to discuss best practices, real-world use cases, and the latest advancements in infrastructure as code, security, networking, application deployment, and workload orchestration.

🔹 Terraform – Automate cloud and on-prem infrastructure as code

🔹 Packer – Build and distribute machine images at scale

🔹 Vault – Securely manage secrets, encryption, and identity

🔹 Boundary – Enable zero-trust remote access with just-in-time credentials

🔹 Consul – Simplify service discovery, networking, and service mesh

🔹 Nomad – Orchestrate and deploy workloads across any environment

🔹 Waypoint – Standardize application deployments and workflows

🌎 No matter what cloud you work on—Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, or even on-premises—we want to hear from you! Whether you're provisioning multi-cloud environments with Terraform, securing credentials with Vault, orchestrating workloads with Nomad, or managing service connectivity with Consul, there’s a place for you in this community.

Whether you're just getting started or have deep expertise, join us to collaborate, network, and level up your skills in a community-driven environment.

Let’s build better infrastructure—together! 🚀🔐💻

Welcome to the Columbus HashiCorp User Group (CBUS HUG)—a community for engineers, architects, and developers leveraging the HashiCorp stack to build scalable, secure, and automated infrastructure! Whether you're working with Terraform, Packer, Vault... Show more

Azure CBUS 2025

Speak at one of the monthly Azure CBUS Meetup events

Speak at one of the monthly Azure CBUS Meetup events Show more

Microsoft Security User Group 2025

Microsoft Security User Group organizes in-person events and online sessions focused on Security Solutions.

We are continuously looking for speakers around Microsoft Security solutions. Whether you are an IT Pro, developer, or none of the above we want to see your submissions and you on stage.

We encourage in-experienced speakers to use Microsoft Security User Group as their platform.

If your submission is selected, we will contact you directly and set a date for the meetup.

Microsoft Security User Group organizes in-person events and online sessions focused on Security Solutions.We are continuously looking for speakers around Microsoft Security solutions. Whether you are an IT Pro, developer, or none of the above we wan... Show more

Microsoft Data Engineers Club

Welcome to the Microsoft Data Engineers Club – the ultimate Israeli community for data Engineers using Microsoft Fabric, Azure, SQL, Azure Databricks.

Welcome to the Microsoft Data Engineers Club – the ultimate Israeli community for data Engineers using Microsoft Fabric, Azure, SQL, Azure Databricks. Show more

AWS AI/ML User Group Kenya

Are you passionate about AI/ML and eager to share your expertise? The AWS AI/ML User Group Kenya invites you to submit your proposals and join us in shaping the future of AI and Machine Learning in Africa!

Why Speak?

  • Showcase your expertise to a vibrant community of AI/ML enthusiasts.
  • Network with industry leaders, professionals, and innovators.
  • Inspire others with your real-world solutions and insights.


We’re looking for sessions on:


  1. AWS-powered AI/ML tools, services, and best practices
  2. Real-world AI/ML use cases and case studies
  3. Deep dives into machine learning algorithms
  4. Ethical challenges and the future of AI/ML in Africa


Submission Details:

Submit your proposal via Sessionize. This is your chance to contribute to one of Kenya’s most exciting AI/ML events!


Deadline: 30th April 2025


We look forward to your ideas! Let’s build the future of AI/ML together.

Are you passionate about AI/ML and eager to share your expertise? The AWS AI/ML User Group Kenya invites you to submit your proposals and join us in shaping the future of AI and Machine Learning in Africa!Why Speak?Showcase your expertise to a vibran... Show more

Fabric Data Days by BIExpert Community

Unete a este evento donde hablaremos de las novedad de MS Fabric en temas como,

Fabric Real Time,

Fabric SQL Database,

Fabric Data Engineering

Fabric DevOps

Fabric Gobernanza, etc.

Los esperamos...!!!

BIExpert Community Team

Unete a este evento donde hablaremos de las novedad de MS Fabric en temas como, Fabric Real Time, Fabric SQL Database, Fabric Data Engineering Fabric DevOps Fabric Gobernanza, etc. Los esperamos...!!! BIExpert Community Team Show more

Microsoft Zero To Hero Community - 2025

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.

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 ... Show more

Platform Engineering & Resilience Engineering Meetup

Platform Engineering & Resilience Engineering Meetup is a community for practitioners, builders, and curious minds working at the intersection of developer enablement, scalable infrastructure, and system reliability.

As modern systems grow more complex, platform teams and resilience engineers play a critical role in enabling fast, safe, and reliable software delivery. This group is for anyone passionate about Internal Developer Platforms (IDPs), site reliability practices, intelligent automation, and the cultural and architectural patterns that help teams scale without chaos.

Whether you're building golden paths for developers, operating multi-cluster Kubernetes environments, working on platform observability, or navigating incident response and recovery, this community is your space to connect, learn, and share.

Platform Engineering & Resilience Engineering Meetup is a community for practitioners, builders, and curious minds working at the intersection of developer enablement, scalable infrastructure, and system reliability.As modern systems grow more comple... Show more

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User groups (meetups) around the world

Are you eager to embark on a speaking career, connect with local communities, or foster new connections while traveling? Dive into the expansive list of user groups and meetups leveraging Sessionize for their meetings, offering a multitude of opportunities to showcase your expertise and build meaningful connections.

These user groups provide a valuable platform for both seasoned speakers and newcomers alike. As you navigate your journey in public speaking, these gatherings become pivotal stepping stones, facilitating networking, knowledge-sharing, and constructive feedback. Sessionize streamlines the submission process, making it easier for speakers to contribute to the rich tapestry of knowledge within these dynamic communities.

Beyond the local scope, these user groups often transcend geographical boundaries, allowing you to forge connections not only within your community but also across regions during your travels. The collective knowledge shared within these meetups fosters an environment of learning, collaboration, and support.

Participating in user groups utilizing Sessionize not only positions you as a contributor to meaningful discourse but also exposes you to potential speaking engagements. Recognition gained through these gatherings serves as a testament to your commitment, opening doors to further opportunities within the speaking circuit.