Healthy regional economies are where new ideas, businesses and jobs are created. Many regions across the country have leveraged their unique strengths and assets to specialize in a particular industry area. They've learned that collaboration and planning between key stakeholders – such as research organizations, businesses, and workforce, education and economic development groups – can lead to better growth outcomes for everyone. These types of specialized collaborations are called regional clus …

Stay ahead of today’s competition and leverage the IT solution of the future: Microsoft Office 365. Meet others in the greater California area looking to adopt, learn and expand their practices with Microsoft Cloud. This group is targeted towards IT decision makers interested in events that demonstrate how Office 365 can drive collaboration, innovation and productivity in your workplace - all while simplifying IT management and reducing overhead costs. Join if you’d like to: Learn more about wh …

FMLY is a socially conscious global community that believes in a stride of collectivity and collaboration to become the positive change that we hope to see in our environment. The L.A Fort is a new "Do It Together" venue that is the first of it's kind in Los Angeles. Our mission is to provide a safe and neutral space for positive expression in an all ages environment in an effort to help grow and nurture the arts and music community in Los Angeles. The Fort is a hub for different circles, clique …

heartmindbelly is here for your "thriving!" We host events in Southern California, mainly LA and OC. We embrace conscious food and lifestyle habits from ancient and modern sources of wisdom, in order to heal, live optimally, and truly know the Self. Our activities include: learning about healing/cleansing tools, collaborating, sharing, cooking and embodying the wisdom of Ayurveda, Yoga Therapy, and more modern food and lifestyle traditions (primal/raw foods, herbology, elemental bodywork includi …

madFEMMEprideLA: grrrl/women's social events for LA-area queers of all colors and walks of life. no-attitude, 100% positive vibes, totally genuine gatherings for queers, especially girlie grrrls. we rock and we roll. use the message board for planning meaningful fun-friendly gatherings; to network, discuss issues, flirt, announce, collaborate, celebrate, activate... always pro-butch. pro-trans. pro-feminist. anti-label. pro-equality. (we are femme-positive but not femme-only, nor only femmes4fem …

Join us and be a part of a growing community of women in the LA area that want to learn hands-on DIY/technical skills. From coding to woodworking, our meetups offer opportunities to meet like-minded women while learning new skills. We're a group of aspiring developers, hackers, and makers with diverse backgrounds and skills. This group is a place for us to learn the basics, collaborate with others and find places in LA to continue our development.

Can't get enough of Salesforce.com and the Force.com platform? You've come to the right place! This meetup is intended to serve the Greater Los Angeles area community of Salesforce.com(SFDC) and Force.com administrators, developers, power users, and other IT Professionals looking to expand their breadth of knowledge with like minded individuals. We will focus on development, but will focus on in-house business process development as well as 3rd party app development and ISV topics. We will cover …

Dark Haus Studios was sprung by a need to explore an alternate plane of entertainment with like minded individuals. We are comprised of a group of good hearted people who work towards our dreams. Our weekly meetups will explore all aspects of life, from new foods, music, movies, to inventions, or life discussions.

We are an un-affiliated but well-connected group of people who care about ending modern slavery. We work to educate others, raise public awareness and provide opportunities for collaboration between people who work to end human trafficking or support survivors and the general public.

These Live Optimization Workshops are for small businesses. We focus all of our experimentation on optimizing online marketing communications- improving email marketing, improving subscription, lead generation, and ecommerce offers while providing: * Access to a team of industry experts who have collaboratively conducted thousands of online tests and understand internet marketing * Knowledge and understanding through a thorough analysis of the focus area * Strategically planned and executed …

We are committed to enhancing visibility to self service government initiatives that are completed, in progress, or just getting off the ground. Our goal is to create a community where information, experience, ideas, and strategies are shared collaboratively and to: (a) connect government organizations with resources to get projects off the ground; (b) make an informed choice on tools and technologies for self service applications, (c) develop strategies for citizen outreach, on-boarding, and us …

There are already plenty of writers' groups, but most of them are geared toward hobbyists rather than toward writers who think big (I know because I used to belong to three of them). If you're a self-published author having difficulty selling or promoting your work, or you're a writer who's frustrated by organizers who've told you what you are and aren't allowed to write, or you'd like to write and self-publish but are intimidated by the process, SPACE is for you. My name is Martin, and I've bee …

With over 15,000 members on its roster, Tubefilter brings together the most dynamic group of online entertainment professionals in the industry. Our events feature the top creators, producers, talent, executives, agents, distributors, and technologists in online entertainment today. With presentations, panels, and lectures from the top individuals and companies shaping the future of our industry, the Hollywood Web Television Meetup provides an unrivaled opportunity to bring together this power …

Los Angeles Commercial, Editorial and Fashion Photoshoots will provide photography shooting opportunities to all experience levels to build portfolios and network with other photographers and models. A note for those wondering why our shoots cost money: Our shoots cost us money. Lots of money. I pour all of my energy into styling, wardrobe and props to create a beautiful theme for you to shoot. You don't have to schedule models and the other artists it takes to do this. Models, MUA's and hairsty …

YNA SoCal is dedicated to naturism and nudism. We are of, by and for young naturists who want to get out and enjoy nature as nature intended! Branched out from Young Naturists America in NY/NJ, we are based in Los Angeles and organize events throughout Southern California. Make sure to also check out YNA's national site: http://NudistNaturistAmerica.org And check out YNA SoCal on Facebook for photos and cool updates: facebook.com YNA SoCal promotes well-being through body acceptance and nature. …

I would like to start this group to give women like myself a chance to meet other women who are interested in networking and referring each other business. It would be a great forum to offer one another support, share ideas and help each other grow successful businesses. This group will only have one spot for each specifc industry so join now before that spot is taken. I'm hoping to create a forum where we can have a speaker each week and an open forum to discuss important issues or concerns tha …

Founded in April 2012, the Women Entrepreneurs Club is a group for dynamic, creative, educated, and forward-thinking Los Angeles women to share their ideas, career stories, and goals as they embark on non-traditional careers. The group is a forum for women to post ideas, events, and collaborate on projects. During our monthly meetings, we will have speakers lead discussions on various topics, such as taking the plunge into entrepreneurship, financial planning, balancing work and family, and prac …

Hello there.  Yes, you.  Hi! Thanks for dropping by.  I'd like to extend an invitation to join me and tens of others just like you who are interested in OpenStack, the coolest open source cloud stack on the block. We enjoy rapping about cloud computing and storage, discussing OpenStack deployment, coding to further the project, and creating a collaborative local community. If you join the group, you could look forward to some interactive presentations from OpenStack experts, and chatting with fe …

GIRLFRIEND GRAPEVINE - serves as a Hub to meet a diverse group of Accomplished , Interesting, Drama-Free, Down to Earth, Reliable Sister-Friends with the goal of developing long term friendships. Do you miss the types of girlfriends you had in High School and College that you no longer have due to marriage, kids, moving to a new city, a busy career, not wanting to mix work associates with your personal life... or you simply would like to meet people you wouldn't normally meet in your every day …

Best Friends Animal Society in Los Angeles is a community outreach and advocacy program. Silva and Francis Battista, two of the original founders of the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah launched L.A. Programs in 1991. From those first grassroots steps, which included assistance to animal victims of fires, riots and the Northridge earthquake, Best Friends - L.A. Programs has grown to become one of the most influential and effective animal welfare organizations in the L.A. area. Best …

Alt+3rR0r LA is a meet-up group based in Los Angeles dedicated to Alternative Modeling, Concept, and Themed Photography. Our goal is to  give models (male and female) of all ethnicities and looks who have a passion for Alt Modeling--as well as photographers--a chance to participate in various fun, edgy, and affordable photo shoots. Group members will be able to collaborate with photographers, costume designers, and make-up artists for networking, photo shoots, etc, without having to pay ridicul …

Come out and meet other local comics creators for food, drinks, and peer support. Pull out your current project for feedback, network, collaborate, increase your monthly output... I mean to keep this adaptable to whatever interest you bring to it, and always casual.

Droplabs is a collaborative Drupal coworking / hackerspace in Downtown Los Angeles. We are currently in open beta. We are focused on serving the greater LA Drupal community, enriching the Drupal skills and lives of its members, and bringing joy to our Drupal practice.

The Advertising Society is a private organization serving the advertising community with the necessary tools and resources to educate and empower industry talent. We fulfill our mission by providing a professional platform for our members to connect face to face, collaborate and share life experiences. Engage with diverse talent in the areas of Advertising, Marketing, Online, Mobile, Digital Media, Tech, Developers, Startups, Social Media, Public Relations, Music, Film and Entertainment. Why Att …

The Drunk Creative Writing Club is a group that meets at a bar/tavern/pub/bistro and feeds its members with creative knowledge to write their passion pieces in a supportive and collaborative environment all the while sharing brews and/or cocktails among creative peers.

Blender is a 3D graphics application that can be used for modeling and visual effects. This group is for anyone interested in Blender, from novice to guru. We will meet and share projects as an extension of the online Blender community, build open source projects, and invite speakers from the national and international community. I started this group as a way for Blenderheads to meet and collaborate on film and animation projects in the Los Angeles area.

Get together with affiliate marketers, entrepreneurs, and super affiliates in your area! Meetup202 is a casual gathering for affiliates to stay updated with the latest happenings in the industry and network with others. Discuss key strategies and share ideas in the affiliate marketing space, such as PPC, PPV, Media buys and Marketing tactics. These meetings provide food, drinks, internet access, and an opportunity to collaborate and associate with like minded individuals who are looking to meet …

"Calling all mobile health fans! Come meet a cross-section of people from the research, medical, non-profit and tech communities working on mHealth projects right here in L.A. Exchange ideas, discuss the latest trends, stay in the know and find potential collaborators. Be ready to eat, drink and mingle. If we know one another, we can help one another. Join us in building a dynamic mHealth community."