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SUMMARY:Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship - June Ft Myers Chapter Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:a casual gathering of high-performing\, non-conforming women founders\, tech workers\, VCs\, and hype girls\n\n\nJoin our monthly happy hour in Ft. Myers. Connect with a vibrant community of women founders\, tech enthusiasts\, venture capitalists\, and advocates who are driving change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape. \n \nWhat to Expect:\nWarm Welcome: Come as you are\, come when you can. There’s no such thing as late\, over dressed\, underdressed – whatever – at a WTE event. At our events you’ll meet a warm and welcoming community of supportive\, ambitious women who want to meet you! \nBetter Networking: We think differently at Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship. We want to connect about ideas\, industry disruptions\, personal passions\, and big audacious dreams. We keep our events simple so we can focus our energy on authentic connections\, and the culture we’ve created leads to better connections and deeper relationships for our members. \nInteresting People at Every Stage of Their Journeys: Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey\, there’s someone here for you. We’re proud to be 3X more diverse than the tech sector as a whole and we’re all on unique journeys – which means we all offer out-of-the-box perspectives to help every member breakthrough and level up. \n\n\n\nVenue Spotlight: Café Blue\, benefiting Goodwill Southwest Florida \nWhere community\, comfort\, and purpose come together. Café Blue offers the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee\, delicious baked goods\, and made-to-order hoagies crafted with care—all in a warm\, welcoming atmosphere designed for connection. With live music\, a cozy bookstore\, and a mission-driven focus supporting Goodwill’s work to empower individuals and strengthen communities\, every visit gives back in a meaningful way. \n \n☕ PS: To keep our membership and events FREE\, food and drinks at this event will be self-pay. Want to sponsor this event (and treat the crew)? Reach out to us at sponsorships@wte.network! \n\n\n\nAbout Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE)\nA groundbreaking organization focused on advancing women in technology and entrepreneurship sectors\, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) operates on a unique\, dues-free\, member-led model with local chapters across multiple cities and one unifying\, virtual hub for member networking and connection. WTE offers a dynamic platform where women can access educational content\, business resources\, industry insights\, and near-peer mentorship with other ambitious leaders\, all without the burden of membership fees.
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/women-in-tech-entrepreneurship-june-ft-myers-chapter-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Café Blue\, 2277 First Street\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Python Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Orlando Python User Group\nCome join fellow Pythonistas for good food and good discussion. Rather than having a set location\, drop a suggestion in the comments. A location will be selected and updated a week before the meeting. Previous suggestions can be carried over the the next month.\nIt doesn’t need to be downtown. Just make sure that they are ok with splitting checks and seating groups before everyone arrives.\nSee you all there! 🙂
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/python-dinner-5/
LOCATION:FL
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SUMMARY:Coffee & WordPress at Foxtail Coffee - Howell Branch
DESCRIPTION:WordPress Orlando\nThis meetup is come and go as you please. There is no set agenda. We will have both WordPress & WooCommerce experts on-hand to help answer questions.\n* What we’ll do\nAt our coffee meetups we discuss projects that we’re working on\, ask questions of one another about any difficulties that we may be having\, or simply catch up. This is a low-pressure environment\, and we’re all here to share with one another.\n* What to bring\nIf you are coming specifically for WordPress help:\n* Bring your charged laptop with you\n* Bring whatever logins are needed to get into your site\n* Be ready to take notes\n* Be respectful of the time of everyone else attending\n* Be willing to accept that some problems can’t be solved in 15 minutes and may require more help than we can offer here\n* Buy a drink or snack from the coffee shop. They let us use the space for free!\n• Important to know\nWe use the same Code of Conduct for our Meetup that we use for WordCamp Orlando\, and it can be found here: https://2019.orlando.wordcamp.org/code-of-conduct/\nPlease be kind and courteous to all attendees and employees!
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/coffee-wordpress-at-foxtail-coffee-howell-branch-6/
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SUMMARY:Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship - Gainesville Chapter Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:sponsored by Infotech\, join us for a casual gathering of high-performing\, non-conforming women founders\, tech workers\, VCs\, and hype girls\n\n\nJoin us for the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Gainesville Chapter monthly happy hour\, generously sponsored by Infotech! This month\, we’re gathering to celebrate Pride together and connect with a community of women in technology and entrepreneurship through near-peer mentorship\, meaningful networking\, and shared support. \nWhat to Expect: \nWarm Welcome: Come as you are\, come when you can. There’s no such thing as late\, overdressed\, or underdressed at a WTE event.  \nRefreshments Sponsored by Infotech: Thanks to the generous support of our sponsor\, Infotech\, refreshments and drinks will be provided as we gather\, connect\, and celebrate Pride together. \nBetter Networking: We think differently at Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship. We want to connect about ideas\, industry disruptions\, personal passions\, and big dreams. We keep our events simple so we can focus our energy on authentic connections\, and the culture we’ve created leads to better connections and deeper relationships for our members. \nInteresting People at Every Stage of Their Journeys: Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey\, there’s someone here for you. We’re proud to be 3X more diverse than the tech sector as a whole\, and we’re all on unique journeys — which means we all offer out-of-the-box perspectives to help every member break through and level up. \n\n\nMeet Our Sponsors at Infotech\nInfotech provides digital solutions for planning\, bidding\, construction management\, inspection\, and paperless contracting\, connecting data and workflows across the full infrastructure lifecycle through Unified Civil Intelligence. Their tools help contractors\, LPAs\, MPOs\, and DOTs gain the clarity and insight needed to make better decisions — all while staying rooted in a culture that celebrates diversity\, creativity\, individuality\, and treating people right. \nWe’re grateful for Infotech’s support of WTE Gainesville and for the shared belief that strong communities are built by organizations committed to treating people well — and continuing to raise the bar for their employees\, customers\, and communities. \nLearn more about Infotech and follow along with them here. \n\n\n\nVenue Spotlight: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company\nNestled in a former ice plant\, Cypress & Grove Brewing Company blends history\, craftsmanship\, and community in the heart of Gainesville. With its welcoming taproom\, spacious beer garden\, and refreshing lineup of locally brewed beers\, it’s the perfect spot to gather\, connect\, and share ideas. Whether you’re sipping on a crisp lager\, a bold IPA\, or a refreshing kombucha\, Cypress & Grove provides the ideal backdrop for meaningful conversations and new collaborations. \n🍻 PS: This event is generously sponsored by Infotech\, whose support helps us keep WTE membership and events free — and makes it possible for our community to gather\, celebrate Pride\, and enjoy the evening together.sponsorships@wte.network! \n\n\n\nAbout Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship\nWomen in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) operates on a unique\, dues-free\, member-led model with local chapters across multiple cities and one unifying\, virtual hub for member networking and connection. WTE offers a dynamic platform where women can access educational content\, business resources\, industry insights\, and near-peer mentorship with other ambitious leaders\, all without the burden of membership fees.
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/women-in-tech-entrepreneurship-gainesville-chapter-pride-celebration/
LOCATION:Cypress & Grove Brewing Company\, 1001 Northwest 4th Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
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SUMMARY:VEI Business and Brews
DESCRIPTION:Connect with fellow veteran entrepreneurs at VEI Business & Brews for networking\, food\, and rock & roll fun\n\n\nJoin us for the VEI Business and Brews event\, where veteran entrepreneurs come together for an evening of networking\, great food\, and rock and roll vibes. Held at Rock and Brews Oviedo\, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals\, build valuable business relationships\, and enjoy complimentary refreshments. \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: June 10th 2026\nTime: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\nLocation: Rock and Brews Oviedo\, 7131 Red Bug Lake Rd\, Oviedo\, FL 32765\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting your entrepreneurial journey\, VEI Business and Brews offers a welcoming environment to share ideas\, find support\, and grow your network. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event—RSVP now and get ready to rock your network!Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting your entrepreneurial journey\, VEI Business and Brews offers a welcoming environment to share ideas\, find support\, and grow your network. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event—RSVP now and get ready to rock your network!
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/vei-business-and-brews/
LOCATION:Rock & Brews\, 7131 Red Bug Lake Road\, Oviedo\, FL\, 32765\, United States
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SUMMARY:Understanding Credit Scores and How to Improve Them
DESCRIPTION:Get the lowdown on credit scores and pick up easy tips to boost yours without the boring finance talk.\n\n\nUnderstanding Credit Scores and How to Improve Them\nJoin us at CREDO Conduit on June 10\, 2026 at 6:00 PM (ET) for a laid-back session where we’ll break down what credit scores really mean and share easy tips to boost yours. Whether you’re new to credit or just want to get smarter about it\, this event is for you. Come hang out\, ask questions\, and leave feeling more confident about your financial future!
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/understanding-credit-scores-and-how-to-improve-them/
LOCATION:CREDO Conduit\, 1001 North Orange Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship - June Ft. Lauderdale Chapter Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:A casual gathering of high-performing\, non-conforming women founders\, tech workers\, VCs\, and hype girls\n\n\nJoin the WTE Ft Lauderdale Chapter at for our monthly Happy Hour. Our mission is to resource women in technology and entrepreneurship with near-peer mentorship\, educational opportunities\, and a support network – all completely free from expensive membership dues and ticket fees. Our happy hours serve as an opportunity to connect\, build relationships\, discuss challenges\, and chart the way ahead. Come experience the community spirit and lively ambiance that make our events so special. \n\n\n\nVenue Spotlight: Sixty Vines\nThis month\, our Miami Chapter is gathering at Sixty Vines\, a vibrant\, wine-forward restaurant that brings the spirit of wine country to the heart of the city. Known for its innovative tap system\, seasonal cuisine\, and light-filled\, greenery-inspired design\, Sixty Vines offers a fresh and elevated setting perfect for connection and conversation. \nWhether you’re exploring wines on tap\, sharing plates with new friends\, or diving into meaningful conversations with fellow women in tech and entrepreneurship\, Sixty Vines creates an atmosphere that’s both energizing and effortlessly welcoming. \n🍷 PS: To keep our membership and events FREE\, food and drinks at this event will be self-pay. Want to sponsor this event (and treat the crew to a round)? Reach out to us at sponsorships@wte.network! \n\n\n\nAbout Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE)\nA groundbreaking organization focused on advancing women in technology and entrepreneurship sectors\, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) operates on a unique\, dues-free\, member-led model with local chapters across multiple cities and one unifying\, virtual hub for member networking and connection. WTE offers a dynamic platform where women can access educational content\, business resources\, industry insights\, and near-peer mentorship with other ambitious leaders\, all without the burden of membership fees.
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/women-in-tech-entrepreneurship-june-ft-lauderdale-chapter-meet-up/
LOCATION:Sixty Vines Fort Lauderdale\, 800 East Las Olas Boulevard\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, 33301\, United States
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SUMMARY:Launchpad Liftoff Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to watch some killer startups battle it out for the ultimate launch boost!\n\n\nLaunchpad Liftoff: Pitch Night\nThursday\, June 11 · Doors at 5:30 PM \nSeven founders. One stage. A community of people showing up for each other. \nLaunchpad Liftoff is more than a pitch competition — it’s a night where our community gathers to lift up seven selected founders as they take the stage in front of venture capitalists\, executives\, and active funding sources. And you have a seat in the room. \nThis isn’t a transactional networking event. It’s an intentional gathering of people who believe that the right introduction\, the right conversation\, and the right room can change everything. Whether you’re investing\, building\, supporting\, or simply curious — you belong here. \nRun of Show \n🎧 5:30 PM — Doors open. Music by DJ Darry J sets the tone for the room. 🎤 6:30 PM — Programming begins. Seven founders take the stage. 🏆 After Pitches — The winner is announced and awarded a prize to help build and scale their startup. (Total prize amount to be announced — sponsorships still in motion.) 🥂 To Close — The part of the night where the real connections happen. Stay. Talk. Trade ideas. Find your people. \nWhat to Expect \n\nLive pitches from seven founders our community has rallied behind\nA room of VCs\, executives\, funding sources\, and the people who champion them\nSpace to make intentional connections — not just collect business cards\nA chance to be part of someone’s “I met them at Liftoff” story.\n\nIncluded With Your Ticket \nWater\, soda\, beer\, and wine for a limited time\, plus appetizers to keep the conversation going. \nAlso On Site\nA cash bar for cocktails and access to additional food in the food hall\, available throughout the evening. \nImportant: Age & Atmosphere \n\nMust be 21+ to drink. Valid ID required at the bar.\nAttendees under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\nThis is an adult atmosphere. Please keep this in mind when bringing younger children — our founders are pitching their life’s work and need a focused\, distraction-free room to do it well. Holding that space for them is part of how our community shows up.\n\nWho Should Be in the Room\nThis room is built for people who believe in showing up for each other: \n\nInvestors and funders ready to meet the founders our community is backing\nExecutives and operators open to their next chapter — and to mentoring the next one\nFounders looking for their people\, their peers\, and the rooms where things start\nMentors\, supporters\, and connectors who know that one introduction can change a trajectory\nAnyone in our community who wants to cheer loud\, stay late\, and be part of what’s next\n\nIf you came alone\, you won’t leave that way. \nAbout the Organizer \nWe’re a nonprofit organization on a mission to accelerate economic mobility by empowering individuals with practical tech training\, entrepreneurial resources\, and career development support — creating clear\, sustainable pathways to success in an evolving digital economy. \nBut the work doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It happens in community. Every program we run\, every event we host\, and every founder we champion is held up by the people who show up — intentionally\, generously\, and consistently — for one another. \nPhoto & Video Consent Notice \nBy entering this event space\, you acknowledge and agree that photography\, video recording\, and other media capture may be in progress. \nYour presence constitutes your consent to be photographed\, filmed\, and/or otherwise recorded. You also grant permission for your likeness\, image\, voice\, and/or appearance to be used by Building Our Tech (BOT) for promotional\, marketing\, and storytelling purposes. \nThis includes\, but is not limited to\, use across digital platforms\, social media\, websites\, email communications\, and printed materials such as flyers and brochures\, both now and in the future. \nIf you prefer not to be photographed or recorded\, please notify a member of our team upon arrival so we can do our best to accommodate your request. \nThank you for being part of this experience. \nA seat at the table\, for everyone. We intentionally price our events so that anyone who wants to be in the room can be in the room. Pitch nights aren’t just for people with deep pockets — they’re for everyone in our community working toward something\, supporting someone\, or ready to be part of what’s next. \nReserve your seat below. Every ticket puts a founder on the stage and a community in the room.
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/launchpad-liftoff-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Great Southern Box Company\, 2105 North Orange Blossom Trail\, Orlando\, FL\, 32804\, United States
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SUMMARY:Latinos in Tech @ Orlando Meetup (Brewlando)
DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of Zoom meetings? Are you new to Orlando and want to make new friends? Then this meetup might be just for you\n\n\nJoin fellow Technology and Engineering professionals for an evening of connection\, conversation\, and community. This includes Developers\, UX Designers\, Product Managers\, Digital Marketers\, and Engineers. \n \nWe will be meeting at Brewlando Brewing (6820 Hoffner Ave\, Orlando\, FL 32822) \nFree parking on site! \n \n💬 Who are we? \nWe are a welcoming community for people in Technology and Engineering. Whether you are early in your career\, breaking into the industry\, or already well established\, you will find your people here. Developers\, UX Designers\, Product Managers\, Digital Marketers\, and Engineers are all part of the mix. \n \n🚫 This is not a sales event. \nThis space is for authentic connection\, not promotion or selling. That means no sales pitches and no recruiting for financial products or schemes. Salespeople\, financial advisors\, insurance agents\, realtors\, and crypto promoters should look for a different event that better fits their goals. \n \n🚀 What to expect: \nLook for a table with the “Latinos in Tech Meetup” sign or for attendees wearing name tags. \n \nAt 7:45 PM\, we will kick things off with light icebreakers and group activities designed to help everyone get to know each other in a relaxed\, low pressure environment. Whether you are new to the area or just want to spend time with fellow tech professionals in real life\, you will leave with meaningful connections. \nThis is not just another networking event. It is a chance to build friendships and share experiences with people who understand life in tech. \nA few reminders: \n\nNo sales or promotions\nBe excellent to each other\nRespect everyone’s space\nBring your best vibes
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/latinos-in-tech-orlando-meetup-brewlando-4/
LOCATION:Brewlando Brewing\, Hoffner Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, USA\, 6820 Hoffner Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32822\, United States
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