Career Transitions London

Career Changers Dinner

July meetup celebrating flight-free trans-Atlantic travel

A meet up in London for people interested in flight-free travel. Please join @flightfreeUK and @notjetset for a social event, pub night, and conversation about climate-friendly transportation, at Bow Street Tavern in London (37 Bow St, London WC2E 7AU), Thursday 30 July, 7pm. We will hear from Parke Wilde, a US-based academic and co-founder of [flyingless.org,](http://flyingless.org,/) a petition to reduce academia's flying footprint. Parke has traveled across the Atlantic on a sail-powered freighter for 19 days (a long way to come for a draft beer at a London pub). Come share your flight-free travel stories, hear other people's stories, or just be part of a group of like-minded travel enthusiasts. A few ways to RSVP: email parke.wilde@gmail.com email info@flightfree.co.uk click 'attending' but NOTE: this event will appear full once 10 people have confirmed. Don't worry, it's not full – we have booked a room for around 30 people at Bow Street Tavern. Double-check by email if you're unsure! You are encouraged to eat and drink to help reach the minimum bar spend :) The menu is here: https://www.bowstreettavern.com/food-drink

Networking for founders, creators, freelancers + rebels ⚡

**Free monthly meetups for Rebels of all kinds, to connect, learn and share.** **Topic:** What No One Tells You About Raising Investment **Guests**: [Mark Gregson ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markgregson1/)& [James Hennessy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-hennessy-59498341/) \- Founders of Juntos\. Founder-led networking events from founders, creators and successful business owners. There will be a fire side chat with opportunities to network before and after. No formal agenda, or dress-code (please wear *something* though). **Format:** 6:30pm - Doors Open & Networking 7:00pm - Fireside + Q&A 8:00pm - Networking *** Est. 2013, meetups active globally 🌍 🚀 This event is free thanks to our members (join here: dffrnt.so/join), our partners (dffrnt.so/partners), our hosts [Rachael](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwelford/), [Vinay](linkedin.com/in/vinay-sharma-96432b9b/?skipRedirect=true), [Ken](linkedin.com/in/helloekow) and our generous hosting venue [Juntos](https://www.juntosoffices.com/). \-\-\-\- **Looking for a new co-working space?** Claim your free day pass & £100 off your membership (email BedfordRow@JuntosOffices.com). **Looking for an event space?** Gain 20% off your booking (Speak to a member of the team) **Want more from Dffrnt?** [Learn more](http://dffrnt.so/) or [join here](http://dffrnt.so/join).

HR Managers × Job Seekers | Meet Employers Hiring Now

**Connect directly with HR professionals, recruiters and talented job seekers in a structured networking event.** Skip the online applications and meet employers face-to-face. This event is designed to connect HR managers and recruiters with talented professionals actively seeking new opportunities. **Ideal for graduates, experienced professionals and employers looking to recruit efficiently.** **Expect:** * Structured networking * Career conversations * Recruitment opportunities * CV discussions * Complimentary refreshments

JULY BOOK CLUB: How to Retire By Christine Benz

We will discuss the book **How to Retire** by **Christine Benz**. Here is the book: [How to Retire on Amazon UK](https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Retire-lessons-successful-retirement/dp/1804090697/ref=asc_df_1804090697?mcid=d6233f83318f3440988bfb7c2b1e0ee8&th=1&psc=1&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=697292583740&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13386710938871733712&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9192800&hvtargid=pla-2294189720148&psc=1&hvocijid=13386710938871733712-1804090697-&hvexpln=0&gad_source=1) Many of us spend decades building careers, raising families, planning for the future, and striving for financial security. Along the way, we spend a great deal of time thinking about questions such as *"Will I have enough?"* In *How to Retire*, Christine Benz explores what makes for a rich and meaningful life after work. Drawing on research, expert insights, and real-life experiences, she examines topics such as purpose, identity, relationships, health, adventure, and personal fulfilment. The book challenges the idea that retirement is simply the end of a career and instead presents it as an opportunity to intentionally design the next chapter of life. Whether retirement is years away or just around the corner, this book invites us to think beyond pension pots and investment returns and consider what a truly well-lived retirement might look like.

HR Roundabout - A round up of latest issues in HR and Employment Law

It would be great to see you again in-person, for the latest edition of **HR Roundabout**: **networking and knowledge-share opportunity for People professionals.** Over a coffee and croissant, we will talk through the latest ET rulings, and workshop a case study in order to share ideas about best practice. There will also be the opportunity to ask questions and discuss and sense-check your approaches with peers. 08:15 - Arrivals 08:30 - Session start 09:30 - Session end, time for a quick chat before you head off! **📍 Where: Fox Williams, 10 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AF.** 🚂 Nearest tube: Moorgate, or Liverpool Street. Closer to the time we'll ask you to confirm your RSVP so we can share names with the Fox Williams reception team. See you soon!

FREE English lessons happening today at 1.50pm in Central London

Free English lessons in London taught by our trainee teachers! **[Register Here](https://www.dcteachertraining.com/london-free-english-lessons)** Location: St Giles London Central, 154 Southampton Row, WC1B 5JX (Nearest Tube: Russell Square) Levels available each day: A1 / Elementary A2 / Pre-intermediate B1 / Intermediate B2 / Upper Intermediate All lessons 13:50 - 16:00 (Lessons for adults only - 18 years+) We can't wait to welcome you to the English lessons!

Finance Professionals × FinTech Founders Speed Networking

Connect finance experts with innovative FinTech founders exploring partnerships, hiring and advisory opportunities. **Finance meets innovation.** This event brings together experienced finance professionals and FinTech founders looking for partnerships, advisors, talent and business growth opportunities. **Ideal for:** * Finance Leaders * Accountants * CFOs * Investment Professionals * FinTech Founders * Consultants

BioTech, Pharma & HealthTech Networking for Founders & Professionals

Welcome to **Networx London** Are you a **biotech founder, healthcare innovator, pharma executive, or life sciences professional** looking to build valuable, career-elevating connections? Join a relaxed and engaging evening tailored for professionals across the **biopharma, medtech, clinical research, and health innovation sectors**. Whether you're a **research scientist, medical affairs expert, regulatory consultant, VC, entrepreneur, or aspiring industry leader**, this event is your space to connect with like-minded peers and spark new opportunities. **📍 Venue: Devonshire Terrace, Liverpool Street** A stylish hidden gem in the heart of the City, just moments from Liverpool Street Station. With its elegant indoor-outdoor setting, it’s the perfect space for after-work networking, drinks, and meaningful conversations. 📅 **Event Schedule** **18:30 – 19:00** \| Welcome & Warm intro **19:00 – 19:30** \| Open Networking **19:30 – 21:30** \| Informal Networking \(no pitches\, no pressure\) 💡 **Why Attend?** Connect with biotech and life sciences professionals, discover opportunities, and exchange ideas in a relaxed networking setting. 👥 **Who Should Attend** Biotech, pharma, and life sciences professionals, founders, investors, researchers, and job seekers looking to grow their network and explore opportunities. **Limited spots!** Register today and hit **Follow** for updates on future weekly events. 📸 **Event Photography** Please note that photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes. 🔗 \*\*Join our WhatsApp group to connect before and after the event:\*\*👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FizCdlVSjvCCR6EpoESl3A](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg "https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg")

Self-Discovery, Share, Discuss - Gay/Bi/Queer Men's Workshop and Peer Support

**The theme for this our next meeting is:** **OUR RELATIONSHIP TO HETEROSEXUAL MEN.** Welcome to our friendly and supportive Community. Where do we meet and really connect with other gay men in London? We do in Covent Garden. We are at the City Lit College in Room 113 (First floor) **Our discussion themes would always be advertised in advance.** We advertise the topic we’ll be discussing before each meeting, so that you know exactly what to expect before signing up for each particular meeting. Please see the list on our MeetUp profile for potential universal themes relevant to gay/bisexual men, to be covered in our sessions. Ideas are always welcome! *We offer workshops unlike most other gay/bisexual men's therapeutic discussion groups.* **A Speaker** We will at times provide a Speaker for our meetings kickstarting interesting and stimulating discussions. The Speaker can be an expert in their field such as for example an author, a therapist or a philosopher but we are welcoming any of our members to be a Speaker or a demonstrator of exercises such as massage, pilates or yoga. Or perhaps you would want to talk about your profession, if you feel it has relevance to our group. You would just have to contact Dan first for a discussion and planning. **Frequency of meetings / fee** In 2026 we’ll only have one meeting per month in person at the City Lit College in Covent Garden and one meeting online. If there is a demand for more in person meetings we’ll consider having more. We are happy to confirm that our entry prices won’t be raised and that in person meetings remain at £10. Online meetings will be FREE in January and February after which it will be £5 to attend. **Walks / museum visits** We will continue offering our occasional walking trips and also now include gay/bisexual themed history walks and visits to Museums. WHAT WE ARE: We are a group of supportive and insightful great men and we are looking forward to including you - this is what we do: CONNECTING - It is a place where you will be able to connect with other gay and bi-sexual men and where you can exchange your life experiences with them and your everyday feelings, no matter what those feelings may be - and also a place where you will be able to just be with others who live similar lives to you. EXPLORING SAFELY WITH SUPPORT - It is a place where you will experience support and growth and where you can feel safe enough to explore and reflect your feelings and life stories. Sharing is at the heart of the group but you share however much you are comfortable with - you're in charge. CREATIVE STATE REGISTERED THERAPY - It is a therapeutic discussion group which at times offers workshops and borrows elements from Creative Arts Psychotherapies. The group is based on the Creative Arts Psychotherapy/Dramatherapy and counselling work I provided ongoing for the charity Positive East in London. WHO IS IT FOR: This group is for men over 18 years old who either identifies as gay or bi-sexual or men who has sex with men - or feel emotionally connected to other men. SOCIAL OPPORTUNITY: We offer a social opportunity in the local pub after the meetings. New members are always welcome as as well as our much appreciated familiar faces! Address: City Lit, 1-10 Keeley St, London WC2B 4BA Time: 6:30 - 8:00 PM The social part: There is certainly an opportunity for social drinks after each meeting. Cost: £10.00 **PayPal:** **[https://www.paypal.me/wellnesssupport](https://www.paypal.me/wellnesssupport)** **Credit card:** \*\*card payment with SQUARE online: \*\* **[https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLG8ZV8FJJDYS/checkout/DK4VVAQGAV3LIM2K5V4JIX2Y](https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLG8ZV8FJJDYS/checkout/DK4VVAQGAV3LIM2K5V4JIX2Y)** WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU WHETHER YOU ARE A BRAND NEW TO THE GROUP OR A FAMILIAR FACE :) YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MADE TO FEEL WELCOME. Ask to join our WhatsApp group, after the workshop, if you liked and enjoyed your experience with us, for regular updates and social interactions. All the best, Dan

🏐Introduction to Positions (North London)📍Sobell Leisure 📶 Mid Intermediate

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/48908 **Game Description:** Minimum experience required: 3–6 months of formal playing experience. This session is not suitable for complete beginners. For those new to volleyball, we recommend our Adult Coaching Practice. **Rules** By booking this session, you acknowledge and agree to comply with our terms and conditions, privacy policies, and cancellation policy, which can be found below. **Terms & Conditions at:** https://www.littlegiantsvc.com/terms-and-conditions **Privacy Policy at:** https://www.littlegiantsvc.com/privacy-policy

The Courage to do Hard Things: Coaching Workshop

**The Courage to do Hard Things: Coaching Workshop** *Is there something you want to do or achieve but feel stuck?* Whether it's because of a lack of clarity, direction or motivation, this workshop will address all these aspects of change to help you get unstuck. As the second half of the year of the Fire Horse is upon us, we still have time to accomplish our intentional and aligned goals. **In this workshop, you will:** * Raise your awareness so you can remove what’s blocking you and move forward. * Transform insight into action, bridging the Action-Intention gap. * Gain clarity on goals and action steps to be taken. ***If you know there is more to your potential than where you are now, this is the workshop for you.*** 🗓️ Thursday 30th July 2026 ⏰ 18:30 - 20:00 📍 Online 🎫 **Tickets required** \- register on Eventbrite to secure your spot\. [https://thecourage.eventbrite.co.uk](https://thecourage.eventbrite.co.uk) (RSVP on Meetup alone does not grant entry). **About your facilitator** Zola is passionate about helping people get unstuck to create more fulfilment in their lives. After almost a decade as a dentist, Zola realised her desire to expand her professional contribution beyond a clinical setting. Today, alongside dentistry, she coaches individuals to help them get unstuck and find fulfilment in their work. As an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), trained in Business and Personal Coaching and certified NLP practitioner, she brings an integrative approach to help people unlock their highest potential. Spots are limited to create a personal and meaningful session. If you are ready to take the first step towards living your truth, book your place today. **i'merge today** *allow your true self to emerge* 🌱