Consulting Groups Los Angeles

Cleantech Hardware Zero to One: What It Really Takes to Build EV Systems

Cleantech is full of big ideas—but turning those ideas into working, scalable hardware is where most teams struggle. Join us for a candid, real-world conversation with Bill Beverley, as he shares what it actually takes to build and deploy electric vehicle and battery systems that don’t just prototype—but perform in the field. With experience spanning aerospace, early EV OEMs, advanced battery technologies, and grid-connected electrification platforms, Bill has spent his career operating at the intersection of complex engineering and real-world execution and has seen firsthand what breaks, what scales, and what never makes it out of development. In this talk, Bill will cover: * The gap between ambitious concepts and functional, shippable hardware * What actually breaks in EV and battery systems—and how to plan for it * Early-stage architecture decisions that can make or derail a program * Supplier strategy, certification realities, and manufacturing readiness * How to navigate complexity, constraints, and cross-functional execution in high-stakes environments Whether you're a builder, operator, investor—or simply love a great behind-the-scenes tech story—this session offers a candid, grounded look at what it really takes to bring complex cleantech hardware from zero to one and make it work in the real world. ### **About the Speaker** Bill Beverley is an engineering and commercial leader with over 22 years of experience across aerospace, electric vehicles, battery technologies, and electrification platforms. He holds six patents in the electrified automotive sector and has held leadership roles at Faraday Future, Romeo Power, IndiEV, and Evolectric. He began his career in aerospace, serving as a technical project lead supporting global companies such as Airbus, Gulfstream, and Boeing, where he developed a strong foundation in systems engineering, safety, and precision. As Co-Founder (and now advisor and board member), Bill led technical strategy, new product development, and program execution at Evolectric, helping bring scalable electrification solutions to market. He now works with companies across mobility, defense, and energy through Bevco, advising on battery system development and deployment. Bill holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from California State University, Long Beach, where he remains actively involved as Chair of the College of Engineering’s Zero Emissions Workforce Advisory Group and as an advisory board member for the Master of Science in Sustainability Management and Policy program. He is also recognized as part of the university’s “49er under 49” program for Mechanical Engineering. **Networking** Come early to connect with fellow founders, technologists, creatives, and community members. Friday Coffee Meetup is as much about the people in the room as it is about the conversation on stage.

Smerconish Mingle Meetup

If you feel politically stuck in the middle between clowns to the left and jokers to the right, you’ve found the perfect Meetup group to join! Inspired by Michael Smerconish’s The Mingle Project, we meet to discuss hot topics and news events and welcome people with different points of view. If you’re an independent thinker and want to join a conversation with people of diverse views, then you’ve found the right place.

Networking with Professionals in a multitude of industries!

Networking with Professionals

Free | 4th of July House Concert and Drone Extravaganza

A spectacular evening awaits you at 4th of July House Concert and Drone Extravaganza! This is your opportunity to hear live music in an intimate, casual setting. People are friendly, the band is engaging and accessible, and the food and ambience are sublime. Carlos and his band will be performing! Their playlist features the best pop and rock hits. You're going to dance all night long. And you're going to meet new people and make new friends - guaranteed. Street parking. As night falls, illuminated drones will take off to create breathtaking shapes in the sky, choreographed flawlessly to the music. This open-air concert paints the night with light, color, and wonder—a true concert in the sky. **POTLUCK MEET & GREET** A great way to meet someone is to offer them something! So... bring something to share! Either some wine or tasty finger foods, such as bruschetta, deviled eggs, antipasto, meatballs, empanadas, gyoza, sliders, lumpia, mini cream puffs, cannoli. No dips, no chips, no fruit, no veggie platters, no cheese trays, no salads, no cookies, no water. *Come for the mingling, stay for the music!* **SCHEDULE** 5:00 ............... Meet & Greet Potluck 6:00-7:00 ..... Concert 8:30 ............... Fireworks spectacular: 1.5 mile walk 1 way to viewing spot near the Rose Bowl. Bring a folding chair. **GUESTLIST ONLY** Because this is a private residence, everyone is automatically waitlisted. To attend this special event make sure that you have a recognizable photo on your profile.

Opportunity Session Business

Business Information Session sharing a very specific business opportunity- not a general networking event like the 1st Wednesday of the month in mid-city

Café et Conversation ☕

**Samedi matin chez Aroma Cafe! ☕** **A little hidden gem in the east valley.** **They have lovely patios with plenty of seating options.** ***FYI:*** *They do get a little busy on the weekends (there may be a little line at the counter), so try and arrive maybe 10 minutes earlier, to give yourself time to order at the counter.* **PLAN**: * *Order a coffee (or breakfast or pastry) at the counter, grab your number and come meet us at an outside table.* * *On va se presenter en Français, et puis continuer a parler, pratiquer, etc..* * *On va faire un petit "ice-breaker", pour nous mieux installer....* * *(OPTIONAL) Bring an object you like or a little memory or travel trinket, that we can go around and chat about, en Français!* **!PARKING INFO!** Park at metered spots along the boulevard, or residential streets, just mind the signs . Oui, oui... we always pretend like we are in Paris ! 🇫🇷 ☕️ 🍽️ A bientôt!

Product and Design Happy HourProduct and Design Happy Hour

**This is your monthly gathering place for connecting with fellow product people across LA.** We're bringing the LA product community together again this **July at 33 Taps in Culver City.** Join us on Tuesday, July 14 for relaxed, high-quality conversations with the people building products, solving problems, and shaping experiences across Los Angeles. No panels. No slides. No pressure. Just real conversations with thoughtful product professionals. Whether you're launching new products, scaling growth, hiring, exploring new opportunities, or simply product-adjacent and curious, you're welcome here. **Come ready to:** • Connect with fellow builders • Share stories, lessons learned, and fresh perspectives • Meet potential collaborators, hiring managers, and future teammates • Strengthen the LA product ecosystem together If you're able, please support the venue with a drink or food purchase during the event. **Parking** Metered street parking is available, though limited. Nearby structures include: • 3846 Cardiff Ave • 3844 Watseka Ave • 9770 Culver Blvd **Stay in the loop** Join our mailing list to receive updates on upcoming events and community opportunities. **About PMA LA** The Product Managers Association of Los Angeles is the city's largest community of product professionals, bringing together more than 3,000 members across product management, design, strategy, and innovation. Through events, workshops, and community connections, we create opportunities to learn together, share insights, and grow alongside fellow builders. Join our newsletter and get involved: **[www.pma.la/join-us](http://www.pma.la/join-us)**

Develop an App with the Gemini API in Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform

Kick off our Build with AI series by building a real-world generative AI application from scratch! This series is a community-led initiative run in support of the Google Developer community. In this hands-on workshop, you will dive into the **Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform** and learn how to implement multimodal capabilities using the Gen AI SDK for Python. What we will cover: * **Streamlit Framework:** Build an interactive frontend interface for your AI application. * **Gemini API Integration:** Write Python code to orchestrate prompts using high-performance, low-latency models like Gemini Flash. * **Cloud Run Deployment:** Containerize your application using Docker and deploy it to Google Cloud's scalable serverless infrastructure. Whether you want to generate creative text, analyze marketing data, or process multimedia inputs, this session will give you the foundational architecture needed for the rest of our multi-part enterprise AI journey. Bring your laptop and be ready to build! **Register [here](https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-culver-city-presents-develop-an-app-with-the-gemini-api-in-gemini-enterprise-agent-platform/)!**

Los Angeles Win on Prediction Markets

💹 **Prediction Market Strategy — Polymarket Masterclass — Data-driven. Repeatable. Consistently above the market.** *A strategy session built on data and analysis not intuition* **Here is what you learn:** - How to avoid the psychological traps that erode Polymarket profits - How to read signals and information others are not pricing in yet - How to handle winning streaks and losing streaks without strategy drift - How to evaluate market probabilities objectively rather than emotionally If every Polymarket position you take feels more like a bet than an informed forecast, this is where guessing ends and systematic forecasting begins. By applying an analytical edge to every position, you learn to read and bet prediction markets with a real analytical edge. **⚠️ Your seat is not locked yet:** Rsvping here does not hold your place at this session, so use the registration button below and finish the sign-up form to be locked in — spots are kept small so register promptly, and full registration is what holds your seat not the RSVP. ### [🔗 LOCK IN YOUR SPOT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/Polymarket?city=Los%20Angeles&groupurlname=club-for-joyful-book-discussion-and-reading&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-28T01:00:00Z) --- The difference between guessing and profiting is a method — get your seat and develop the method that separates profit from chance, and the output from this session is yours from day one. 🎯 *The forecasters who win have a system. Get yours.*

Cohort: Dialogue & Debate on a Timely International Issue or Problem Set...

Potluck Picnic by the Lake — Music, BBQ & Games! 🌳

Let's wind down the holiday weekend with a relaxed afternoon by the lake! Join us for a laid-back potluck picnic with good food, good music, and good company. The 4th of July rush will be over, so this is the perfect way to enjoy the long weekend without the crowds. We'll have the grills going for a BBQ cookout, music playing, and plenty of games to keep things fun. Come hang out, eat well, and meet some great people. **🍽️ The Potluck:** This is a potluck, so bring a dish to share if you can — a main, side, dessert, snacks, whatever you love to make or pick up. Prefer to just bring your own food and drinks for yourself? That's totally fine too. The more variety, the better! **🔥 BBQ Cookout:** We'll be using the park grills, so feel free to bring something to throw on. Don't forget your own plates, utensils, and napkins. **🎶 Music & 🎲 Games:** We'll have tunes going all afternoon. Bring your favorite board games and outdoor games — cards, cornhole, frisbee, a ball, anything goes. Let's keep it playful. **🚗 Rideshare / Carpool:** Looking to share a ride? The comments section below is the perfect place to ask! If you'd like to carpool — whether you can offer a ride or are hoping to catch one — just drop a comment with your general area, and connect with others heading the same way. It's a great way to save on parking and meet a few people before we even get there. **📍 Good to know:** * 🕒 We'll be there from 3:00 to 7:00 PM * 🅿️ The park may charge for parking, so bring a little cash or card just in case * 🧺 Bring a blanket or a chair if you'd like * 💧 Stay hydrated — bring water!

A San Marino/Lacy Park & Beyond, 10k-Steps Challenge #38 [TCP MOAI Adventure]

**Welcome to [The Canis Pack MOAI 10K Adventure] + Purpose, Friendship, Togetherness & Support!** **SNIFF - EXPLORE - EXERCISE** [**THIS IS A WALK FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT HAVE DOGS - AND FOR THOSE WHO DO**] **AGENDA;** **\- Gathering at 5:45 \- 1485 Virginia Rd\. Lacy Park** **\- Leaving at 6:00 pm Promptly** **\- Bathroom Break as we head out** **\- Continue with the Inner and Outer Loop walk** **\- After the Loops\, then exploring the surrounding San Marino neighborhood\.** **\- This will be a 10K Walk – About 6\.2\-5 miles** **\- 2 Hours or so Walk** **\- 8:00 pm \- Returning to Lacy Park** **WHAT TO BRING;** **\- Water** **\- A Warm Jacket for Chilly Nights** **\- Flash Lite** **\- Bug Spray** **\- Snacks if needed** **\- Good walking shoes** **\- Comfortable walking clothes** **\- A bright Jacket for the Dark days** **LISTEN THERE'S MORE;** **Goal: A STRONG LIKE-MINDED TOGETHERNESS!** \* We will Establish Togethereness \* We will Bring about a Strong Awareness \* We will Establish a Strong National Presence \* We will Be Active and Responsible \* We will Always Think as a Like-Minded Group \* We will Put our Health and Wellbeing First \* We are a Pack-Family **\* We will Gather and Walk with Harmony** I know—10,000 steps might not sound like a lot, but for those of us who sit at desks or stand in one place all day, it's not always easy to hit that goal. And while 15,000 or 20,000 steps would be great, they also require more time. So to make it fun and manageable, we’re starting with 10k steps as a challenge—and we may increase the goal in future events. **THE IMPORTANT POINTS ARE THESE;** Space is limited, so **please RSVP only if you’re 100% sure you’ll attend.** 🙏🏾If you RSVP and don’t show, you will be 🚩Red Flagged 🚩for future events—we all appreciate reliability and respect for others' abilities to get a spot to walk!🙏🏾 Expect to hit somewhere between **10,000–12,000 steps (approximately 7.5-9 miles),** depending on the pace and group. This **midweek walking event** is going really well. So, let’s **stay active together** and **make this a Strong part of our routine.** **See You There.** [COMMENT BELOW IF YOU ARE IN AGREEMENT] **NOW IS THE TIME, LET’S GET TO WALKING;** Btw. Yes, Lacy Park allows dogs. However, they must be on a leash and it will be your own responsibility. No running involved. Just a casual, social walk. Bring water if you need it. **Free street parking is available in the surrounding areas. Please avoid parking inside the park lot, as the gates may close before we finish our walk.** **Park closes at dusk so I strongly advise against parking inside any of the lots. Just drive around, and you can easily find free open parking spaces.** **Lacy Park is located at 1485 Virginia Road, San Marino, CA 91108**