Raise Your Profyle

Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #37 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

If you are looking to build on your professional network… then you’re come to the right place!

As London shakes off the last traces of summer and settles into September's crisp rhythm, the tech scene is absolutely buzzing with an incredible lineup of events this week. From cutting-edge AI developments to founder stories that'll make you laugh and cringe in equal measure, there's something for every corner of the startup ecosystem.

The week kicks off with defence tech innovators gathering to tackle Europe's most pressing security challenges, while AI enthusiasts can dive deep into the latest developments in agent technology with insights straight from LangChain's co-founder. Wednesday brings a delightful chaos of options - whether you're into design engineering, want to hack away with Cursor, or fancy hearing some spectacular failure stories at FuckUp Nights. The week rounds out with thoughtful discussions on inclusive product strategy and a hands-on AI hackathon that promises to push the boundaries of what's possible with retrieval-augmented generation.

It's one of those weeks where you'll genuinely struggle to choose between events, which is exactly the kind of problem London's thriving communities loves to have.

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

European Defense Tech Meetup – London

Monday, 8 September @ 6:30 pm • Register to See Address, Central London

Join us this autumn for the European Defense Tech Meetup in London — just days before the London Defense Tech Hackathon! We're bringing together defence innovators, founders, VCs, and industry experts in the heart of London to foster defence innovation for European Sovereignty. Hosted by the European Defense Tech Hub and our partner SurrealDB, with Resilience Media as our Media Partner, this is the perfect opportunity to connect and collaborate with key players in the defence tech ecosystem.

LangChain x Microsoft: AI Agents Meetup - London

Tuesday, 9 September @ 6:00 pm • Register to See Address, Central London

A collaboration between Microsoft and LangChain, this intimate meetup features Harrison Chase (LangChain co-founder and CEO) sharing insights on building 'Deep Agents' - AI agents capable of planning complex tasks and executing over longer time horizons. Get your questions answered in live Q&A moderated by Microsoft's Chris Noring, then connect with fellow builders over pizza and drinks.

Cursor evening hack

Wednesday, 10 September @ 6:00 pm • Iterate Office, Central London

Bring your Laptop and the latest Cursor build • an idea (or none – we've got vibes). What's the deal? Forget 48-hour hackathons. We're packing a punchy, after-work hackathon into 2.5 hours of pure flow. No preset theme, no slides, no presentations – just Cursor and whatever you can ship before the playlist ends. How it works: Grab a slice, snag a seat, fire up Cursor.

Design Engineering Nights

Wednesday, 10 September @ 6:00 pm • Register to See Address, Central London

We (Sam & Tikhon) spent time looking for people like us - people who fell in love at the intersection of two disciplines, design and engineering. We searched for meetups, events, Twitter but couldn't find anything for design engineers. So we are bringing the finest design engineering minds in Europe together. Design Engineering Nights are a home to: 1. Share your own journeys (we know there's no straight path to be a design engineer) 2. Shine the spotlight on what the best design engineers do 3. Get the lowdown on how to get the best out of your tools, workflows, etc.

FuckUp Nights London #1 - September 2025

Wednesday, 10 September @ 6:30 pm • Register to See Address, Central London

FuckUp Nights London is finally back... And we're relaunching with a bang! and a few brilliant failures. Join us for a night of raw stories, questionable decisions, and glorious lessons learned the hard way. What to expect? Absolutely nothing. That way, we can actually surprise you. Hosted by Saul Truman, a third time founder who lost $2m in under a year building the next Reddit.

Life of a Founder // Stephen Whitworth (CEO of incident.io 🔥)

Wednesday, 10 September @ 6:30 pm • Register to See Address, Central London

Hosted by HYPE: An interview series with London's most visionary founders and CEOs. Life of a Founder is a candid, behind-the-scenes interview series with the most influential founders and CEOs shaping tech in London. We plan to have max 50 attendees with a focus on a classroom like open Q&A format. Stephen Whitworth is the co-founder and CEO of incident.io, the modern incident management platform transforming how engineering teams respond to failure.

Inclusion as a Product Strategy: Using Your Influence for Meaningful Impact

Thursday, 11 September @ 6:00 pm • 120 Aldersgate St, Barbican

Great product leaders don't just ship features. They change lives. They think about who is being left out, so they can serve them more fully and fairly. Inclusion isn't a nice-to-have. It's a competitive advantage and a product strategy that drives better outcomes for users, teams, and businesses alike. Join us to discover how to turn your product influence into a catalyst for inclusive innovation, and why this matters now more than ever. This isn't a sit-back-and-zone-out session. Expect an energising, interactive experience designed to sharpen your thinking and expand your impact as a product leader.

Beyond Context Limits: Building Enterprise-Grade AI

Sunday, 14 September @ 11:00 am • Register to See Address, Central London

Cohere, Expedite, Oxbridge AI X and Earlybird are excited to bring together builders for a hackathon focused on building with Cohere's leading retrieval models. Recent research has shown that even though context windows are getting larger, performance degrades meaningfully as you scale context utilisation. The long-running debate between RAG vs growing context windows isn't going away, but this recent data suggests RAG is here to stay, especially in the enterprise. We'll be giving participants access to Cohere's Embed and Rerank models to build RAG applications.

That's it for this week's Raise Your Profyle! I hope you're feeling inspired and ready to make some connections. Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favourite podcast platform – you can find us on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple.

For weekly event updates straight to your inbox every Monday morning, subscribe to our Substack at podcast.profylecard.com. If you want to submit your own event to the podcast, please get in touch. And if you're ready to ditch the paper business cards and upgrade your networking game, head over to profylecard.com for more information on our digital business card solutions.

Happy networking, and I'll see you next week!

Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #36 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

If you are looking to expand your professional network… then you’re in the right place!

September kicks off with London's most ambitious week yet for innovators and entrepreneurs seeking to push boundaries and forge meaningful connections.

From dawn padel matches between VCs to weekend-long AI hackathons where technical founders build the next big thing, this week perfectly captures the capital's relentless drive for innovation. The calendar spans intimate creator meetups for Kickstarter enthusiasts, cutting-edge OCR discussions with Lightning AI, and exclusive political networking with Westminster leaders.

Whether you're building voice-powered prototypes, cracking complex AI challenges, or simply looking to connect with like-minded professionals over expertly crafted networking events, this week offers unprecedented access to London's most forward-thinking communities across some of the city's most inspiring venues.

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

AI Breakfast Club

Tuesday, 2 September @ 8:30 am • Barclays Innovation Hub Powered by Eagle Lab

Kickstart your morning and your ideas at the AI Breakfast Club. This is London's go-to event for AI founders, innovators, and enthusiasts to explore the hottest AI trends with like-minded experts, network with the brightest minds in the UK AI ecosystem, and experience live demos from groundbreaking AI startups. This September, we're heading beyond Earth to explore AI x Space - from satellite intelligence and space data analytics to new frontiers in automation and deep tech. We'll be joined by Space Park Leicester, one of the UK's leading hubs for space innovation.

Lightning AI Meetup: Cracking OCR

Wednesday, 3 September @ 6:00 pm • 9 Appold Street, Shoreditch

Join us for an OCR-themed meetup hosted by Lightning AI, the team behind PyTorch Lightning. Expect sharp talks and real conversations with developers and researchers turning unstructured images and scanned docs into usable data. If you touch invoices, PDFs, historical archives, receipts, forms, or any "this should be text but isn't," this night is for you. See practical pipelines for OCR on messy, low-quality inputs, learn how to handle layout, handwriting, stamps, and tables, and connect with the London AI/ML community.

VC Padel @ PropTech Connect

Wednesday, 3 September @ 7:00 am • Padium, Canary Wharf

Come and join noa and Kompas for an early morning VC networking padel session, in partnership with PropTech Connect at the Padium in Canary Wharf. The event will finish in time for those attending PropTech Connect to be there for the keynote at 9:05am. Light breakfast and coffee will be provided, as well as rackets and balls. This event is exclusively for VCs attending PropTech Connect, with very limited spots available.

The FoundHERs Networking Group

Wednesday, 3 September @ 9.30 am • 57 North Cross Road, East Dulwich

The FoundHERs Club IRL is an intimate, energising, and supportive in-person event for female founders, small business owners, and women in business who are craving real connection, genuine community, and practical support. This isn't just another networking event - it's the room you've been looking for and the one you'll actually want to walk into. Built by women who've been to the groups and Zoom calls that don't truly give what's needed.

Entrepreneurs' Reception with Daisy Cooper MP

Wednesday, 3 September @ 6:00 pm

As part of our mission to make the UK the best place in the world to start and scale a business, we regularly engage with all main Westminster parties to bridge the gap between entrepreneurs and policymakers. At this drinks reception, our principal guest is Daisy Cooper MP, Deputy Leader and Treasury spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats, who will share her vision for the UK's entrepreneurial ecosystem. We will also be joined by members of the Liberal Democrats Business Network and our partner Kingsley Napley.

Agents & Robotics HackXelerator 2025 @ IDEA London

Thursday, 4 September @ 6:00 pm • IDEALondon

Join us for an exclusive pre-event gathering to preview the upcoming Agents & Robotics HackXelerator (October 3–20, 2025). This session is designed to help participants, collaborators, and academics align on core themes, connect early, and start shaping their contributions. The event covers digital agents and multi-agent systems, autonomous systems and embodied AI, human-robot interaction and social robotics, plus ethics, agency and societal impact. This is hosted at IDEALondon, a workspace for early teams and operators in science and tech.

Pitch and Run London

Thursday, 4 September @ 8:00 am • St. Paul's Cathedral, City

Everyone is welcome to make new friends in the startup space as we run 5km. Meet outside Dion Bar, St Pauls starting at 8:00 am. The route heads down Millennium Bridge and returns through the Golden Jubilee Bridges. This unique networking opportunity combines fitness with startup community building, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional evening networking events.

Woko-Loco Networking (London)

Thursday, 4 September @ 4:00 pm • BrewDog Waterloo, Waterloo

Founded in Wokingham, Woko-Loco is for fun-loving people that enjoy meeting new people over a drink in a relaxed environment after work. Events start at 4pm and finish late so come and go at your convenience. There are no agendas, no presentations and certainly no sales pitches with a "friendship first, business later" ethos. For each event you attend, you'll be tagged in a LinkedIn post by founder Georgie, guaranteeing lots of extra followers.

Kickstart Your Make/100: A Creator Meetup

Thursday, 4 September @ 6:00 pm • Blue Garage

Come hang out with fellow creators for a relaxed Kickstarter Make100 meetup! We'll kick things off with Rob Hallifax, a London-based product manager and Kickstarter expert who has successfully funded ten campaigns, raised nearly £400,000 and broke two world records. He'll share his real-world experience running a Make100 campaign, followed by quickfire 2-minute intros where attendees can share skills, services, or products that can help Kickstarter creators.

demo day

Friday, 5 September @ 4:30 pm • Google London - Pancras Square, King's Cross

See what the teams have been cooking after hours. Teams will pitch their startup to a panel of judges with time to network. The schedule includes arrival, opening talk, pitches beginning, break for judges' decisions, announcing winners, networking with snacks, and closing remarks. Hosted by Redwood Founders, this event showcases the results of founders working on their startups in their spare time.

Build with Voice x Hackathon

Saturday, 6 September @ 11:00 am • Techspace Aldgate East, Aldgate

Build with voice. Move fast. Push what's possible. Join us in London for a weekend at the frontier of human–AI interaction. In just 48 hours, go from blank page to working prototype powered by ElevenLabs, Synthflow, and Anam.ai. Hosted by Antler, this hackathon is for exceptional builders including engineers, product thinkers, designers, and creatives. Prizes include £1,000 cash for the most innovative build, with winning teams fast-tracked into interviews for Antler's Autumn 2025 residency.

That's it for this week's Raise Your Profyle! I hope you're feeling inspired and ready to make some connections. Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favourite podcast platform – you can find us on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple.

For weekly event updates straight to your inbox every Monday morning, subscribe to our Substack at podcast.profylecard.com. If you want to submit your o…

Welcome to Raise Your Profyle, a weekly round up of business and networking events in London brought to you by profylecard.com

Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #35 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

London's professional calendar is brimming with exceptional opportunities this week, showcasing the capital's diverse and dynamic business community. From intimate breakfast networking with inspiring female leaders to high-energy floating pub sessions on the Thames, this week offers something for every ambitious professional.

The lineup spans cutting-edge AI hackathons for technical founders, exclusive investor panels featuring top-tier VCs, and industry-specific gatherings for everyone from construction professionals to tech ladies. Whether you're looking to expand your network at a sprawling technology expo, connect with fellow entrepreneurs, or dive deep into artificial intelligence developments, London's networking scene continues to prove why it remains one of the world's most vibrant business hubs, perfectly capturing the city's entrepreneurial spirit across some of its most iconic venues.

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

Abundance London

Tuesday, 26 August @ 6:30 pm • Mother Kelly's Vauxhall, Vauxhall

Regular drinks for everyone working to realise London's potential. This gathering focuses on making London the best city to work on civilisational projects, those raising standards of living at home and abroad. The event welcomes anyone interested in London's development and encourages attendees to bring friends along for thoughtful conversations about the city's future.

Investor Panel with MMC Ventures, Triple Point, Cornerstone VC and Silver8

Tuesday, 26 August @ 6:00 pm • Encode Hub, Shoreditch

Curious what investors actually want to hear? Want the unfiltered scoop on what makes a pitch pop vs flop? Join a solid crew of VCs including speakers from MMC Ventures, Triple Point Ventures, Cornerstone VC and Silver8 who've seen it all and funded a lot. Expect real talk, real feedback, and probably some unsolicited life advice, followed by drinks and good conversations. Hosted by Encode Club's community of 500,000 talented professionals worldwide.

BOOM Networking – London | Floating Pub Special | August 2025

Wednesday, 27 August @ 5:30 pm • Tattershall Castle, Westminster

No pitches, no pressure - just powerful networking on a boat with London's boldest business leaders. BOOM isn't your average networking event, it's connections that count without the cringe. Your ticket includes a welcome drink, light bites, 50+ senior professionals, and pre-event guest list. A high-energy evening of meaningful networking for entrepreneurs, leaders, and senior decision-makers. First-timers welcome.

Future Foundations Summer Party

Wednesday, 27 August @ 6:00 pm • Sagal Group, Clerkenwell

A networking group for young professionals in the construction and property industry. Future Foundations provides an informal setting for young people, graduates and those new to the industry (aged between 18 and 35) to connect and build relationships. Join for an evening of drinks, pizza and networking designed to benefit your career both today and in the future.

London Tech Ladies Meetup

Wednesday, 27 August @ 5:00 pm • [Venue TBC], [Area TBC]

The community you love - now IRL! Join for a night of thoughtful connections and inspirational programming with other women in tech who share your interests. The networking will be low-pressure, the dress code is casual, and the vibes will be excellent. Capacity is super limited with Pro Members given priority. This worldwide community for women in tech has more than 150,000 members and events are open to all genders.

TECHSPO London 2025 Technology Expo

Thursday, 28 August @ 9:00 am • Sofitel London Heathrow Hotel, Heathrow

The 8th annual TECHSPO London brings together developers, brands, marketers, technology providers, designers, innovators and evangelists. Watch exhibitors showcase next-generation advances in Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech and SaaS technologies. Be prepared to be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for growth. The expo features an auditorium, exhibition hall, training theatre, podcast studio and dining hall.

London City Ladies Networking August Meeting

Thu, 28 August @ 9:30am • DoubleTree by Hilton Tower of London, City

Join the August City Ladies breakfast meeting at the Hilton. Organised by Natalie Turner and co-host Julia Darlington, this session features an incredible spotlight guest. Sangeeta is a feminist activist and writer, creator of the multi-award-winning Masala Podcast and founder of South Asian feminist network Soul Sutras. Come enjoy breakfast, visit a lovely venue and meet lots of like-minded women face to face.

Business Networking Event For Young Entrepreneurs London

Thursday, 28 August @ 7:00 pm • Lucy Wong, Fitzrovia

Welcome to Perspectivv, a community of young entrepreneurs! Unlike traditional networking events, this resembles more of a social setting providing the ideal atmosphere for young entrepreneurs to network. The fast-growing community strives to provide an inclusive environment attracting diverse people regardless of their entrepreneurial journey stage. Whether you're an established business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, business professional or simply want to meet new people, this is perfect for expanding your network.

London AI Hack

Saturday, 30 August @ 9:30 am • [Venue TBC], [Area TBC]

London AI Hack #2 - Technical Founder Edition. We don't tell you what to build, we just give you access to cutting-edge AI infrastructure and you'll leave with the MVP of your next startup. This is for technical builders only! The agenda includes doors open and networking, opening and matchmaking, lunch, project submission deadline, demos and pizza, followed by awards. A hands-on event for developers looking to build with AI.

That's it for this week's Raise Your Profyle! I hope you're feeling inspired and ready to make some connections. Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favourite podcast platform – you can find us on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple.

For weekly event updates straight to your inbox every Monday morning, subscribe to our Substack at podcast.profylecard.com. If you want to submit your own event to the podcast, please get in touch. And if you're ready to ditch the paper business cards and upgrade your networking game, head over to profylecard.com for more information on our digital business card solutions.

Happy networking, and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Raise Your Profyle, a weekly round up of business and networking events in London brought to you by profylecard.com

Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #34 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

London's networking scene is absolutely buzzing this week with an impressive array of opportunities that go well beyond the typical after-work drinks. From early morning runs with startup founders to rooftop financial discussions and curry-fuelled recruitment conversations, there's something for every professional looking to expand their network, sharpen their skills, or simply connect with like-minded individuals.

This week brings a fantastic mix of professional development, industry-specific gatherings, and unique networking formats across the capital's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Whether you're passionate about sustainability, building the next big startup, mastering LinkedIn, or climbing the corporate ladder, these events offer the perfect blend of learning, networking, and genuine community building that makes London's professional scene so dynamic.

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

Open Mic Pitching and Networking - Defence Special

Monday, 18 August @ 6:00 pm • Blue Marlin Ibiza, Shoreditch

Organised by Rare Founders, this event is for startup founders, investors, and anyone in the ecosystem. Rare Founders is a fast-growing community that organises some of the busiest regular events for startups, meeting both in-person and online for meetups, networking, and conferences. This Defence Special promises to be what everyone will be talking about, offering a unique combination of open mic pitching and networking.

Lenny's Newsletter Meetup in London

Tuesday, 19 August @ 6:00 pm

This meetup is part of Lenny's Newsletter community gatherings. These self-organised meetups are a great opportunity to meet new people and have in-depth conversations about product and growth. Free drinks and sometimes food are provided, with drinks courtesy of Merge. An excellent networking opportunity for product managers and growth professionals within the newsletter community.

NGIN/Southover Wealth Event - Foundations, Tax Efficiency and Investing

Tuesday, 19 August @ 5:30 pm • St. James's Place Wealth Management, City

Join NGIN for its annual summer rooftop event in collaboration with Southover Wealth, St James's Place. Georgina Nettleton will host a free financial wellbeing event covering the building blocks for a strong financial foundation, staying tax efficient whilst incorporating future goals, and where money is best placed between cash, investments or property. The session includes a presentation and Q&A followed by drinks and networking.

Recruitment Curry Club - London

Wednesday, 20 August @ 6:00 pm • Cinnamon Kitchen, City

Welcome to the Recruitment Curry Club: Recruitment. Curry. No BS. No selling. The club gives people working in the recruitment industry a place to talk about life and business and check in with other humans to make sure we are all staying sane. Tickets are £20, with profit going to charity partners. On the night, the bill will be split evenly between attendees, creating an authentic community experience.

Founders Meetup London

Wednesday, 20 August @ 6:00 pm

Tactical fireside chats with experienced entrepreneurs and speed networking with other founders, potential cofounders, and investors. The format includes colour-coded networking (red for fundraising, blue for team building, green for community), community shoutouts, tactical fireside chats with diverse guests, and open networking followed by pub drinks. Perfect for those building startups, seeking co-founders, investors looking for opportunities, or anyone wanting to learn from experienced operators.

Level Up on LinkedIn

Thursday, 21 August @ 6:00 pm • The Bridge, Borough

Learn to optimise your LinkedIn, craft a strong profile, create content, and network strategically to boost visibility and connections. This hands-on workshop is hosted by Alexandra Pitter, CEO & Founder of UNVAELD. You'll walk away with tools to optimise your profile, craft compelling headlines, create credible content, use strategic networking techniques, and engage with industry leaders. Participants should bring a laptop and existing LinkedIn profile.

Impact After Hours: Sustainability

Thursday, 21 August @ 6:30 pm • BrewDog Waterloo,

Your monthly rendezvous for sustainability professionals, passionate advocates, and curious students who want to build a better future. Whether you're driving corporate ESG strategy or exploring where your passion for the planet could take you, this is your inside track to ideas, people, and partnerships accelerating sustainability transitions. This month's discussion asks "Can we solve the plastic crisis without a global treaty?" Capped at 40 people with first two rounds of drinks included.

Pitch and Run London

Thursday, 21 August @ 8:00 am • St. Paul's Cathedral, City

Everyone is welcome to make new friends in the startup space as we run 5km. Meet outside Dion Bar, St Pauls starting at 8:00 am. The route heads down Millennium Bridge and returns through the Golden Jubilee Bridges. This unique networking opportunity combines fitness with startup community building, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional evening networking events.

WBC Rooftop Summer Party 2025

Friday, 22 August @ 6:00 pm • Hippodrome Casino, Leicester Square

Join WBC for our annual Summer Party at the iconic Hippodrome Roof Terrace in Leicester Square. The perfect opportunity to unwind, connect, and enjoy summer vibes with fellow members and guests. Whether you're coming to network, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a beautiful summer evening, the event promises a relaxed atmosphere. Your ticket includes a welcome drink and delicious canapés, with a fully stocked cash bar available.

Networking Mixer

Friday, 22 August @ 6:00 pm • Mare Street Market, Hackney

Join the Brown Skin Girls Network (BSGN) for an empowering networking mixer designed to help ambitious Black men and women sharpen their skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and learn money-saving tips. This is an opportunity to elevate your professional circle, gain financial confidence, and be inspired. The event creates a supportive environment for networking and collaboration among individuals from diverse backgrounds and industries.

That's it for this week's Raise Your Profyle! I hope you're feeling inspired and ready to make some connections. Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favourite podcast platform – you can find us on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple.

For weekly event updates straight to your inbox every Monday morning, subscribe to our Substack at podcast.profylecard.com. If you want to submit your own event to the podcast, please get in touch. And if you're ready to ditch the paper business cards and upgrade your networking game, head over to profylecard.com for more information on our digital business card solutions.

Happy networking, and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Raise Your Profyle, a weekly round up of business and networking events in London brought to you by profylecard.com

Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #33 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

The London summer vibes are in full effect, and so is this week's lineup of events! ☀️ The schedule is packed with fascinating gatherings for the tech and design communities, with deep dives into AI-powered UX/UI, a special product talk on building AI-native products, and a new series dedicated to design engineers. Founders and entrepreneurs can get live feedback on their brands, while those in HealthTech have their own networking mixer. For a more relaxed social setting, you can enjoy a live-coding music night, a picnic for UX/UI designers, or a founder co-working day that transitions into a sunset rooftop party. It's a dynamic week to learn, network, and connect with like-minded people across the city!

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

Design + AI: UX & UI

Monday, 11 August @ 18:30 • Location upon registration

Join the Eurasian Startup Hub for a discussion on "Design in AI," with a special focus on UX & UI. This event brings together leading voices at the intersection of design, technology, and product. Speakers include Vlada Zdorovenko, a Senior UX Designer at Tesco Technology, who will share insights on AI-powered UX innovation; Asan Amirov, a Unity Engineer at XYZ Reality, offering an AR/VR perspective; and Rina Arutiunian, a Product Designer at Picsart. Together, they will explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the design landscape with practical applications in product development and its impact on the future of user experience.

Cowork and Connect

Tuesday, 12 August @ 10:00 • Shoreditch Exchange, Shoreditch

WILD Coworking is hosting a co-working day in collaboration with Shoreditch Exchange, providing a relaxed, in-person environment for women and non-binary individuals who typically work from home. This is a chance to work and network with like-minded people, offering a break from solitary work and the opportunity to make connections in a low-pressure setting. Attendees are welcome to arrive anytime, work together, and enjoy an optional communal lunch break. The event is a chance to get things done while connecting with others.

Product Talk with Chris Pedregal (Granola)

Tuesday, 12 August @ 18:00 • Granola Offices, Old Street

Join Granola at their offices for a product talk with CEO and co-founder Chris Pedregal. Chris, who previously founded the Google-acquired app Socratic, will share his insights on building AI-native products and the journey of creating Granola, the AI note-taking app. This event is a great opportunity to hear from an experienced founder, with drinks and food provided. Due to high demand, registration approval is required, and guests must arrive by 6:30 pm to be admitted to the Q&A session.

Fix My Brand™ - Live Brand Feedback & Networking For Founders

Tuesday, 12 August @ 18:45 • DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington, Kensington

Fix My Brand™ is back in London for an intimate event where founders can get clear, actionable brand feedback and network with like-minded professionals. Led by strategist Karina Karn, the evening offers live, behavioral insights on positioning and growth. The format is designed to be a "strategy salon," not a sales event, with optional quickfire founder introductions and networking, all within a curated and purposeful environment.

HealthTech Startups, Investors and Innovators Networking

Tuesday, 12 August @ 19:00 • The Other House South Kensington

The Business Minds invites HealthTech startups, investors, and innovators to an exclusive networking event. This gathering is designed for professionals passionate about transforming the healthcare industry through technology. The evening will feature mingling sessions, a structured 1-minute elevator pitch opportunity, and a complimentary welcome drink, all within a relaxed, welcoming environment. It's an ideal opportunity for making genuine connections, exploring collaboration and career advancement opportunities, and staying at the forefront of HealthTech innovation.

Design Engineering Nights

Thursday, 14 August @ 18:00 • Location upon registration

Granola is hosting "Design Engineering Nights," a series created to bring together design engineers. This first event is for those who love the intersection of design and engineering, offering a chance to share career journeys and learn from peers. Short talks will be given by Bruno Stasse (Silk), Samuel Kraft (Raycast), and James Shedden. The evening includes food, networking, and a Q&A session, providing a space for both designers who enjoy coding and engineers who appreciate beautiful design to connect and improve their craft.

AlgoChill

Thursday, 14 August @ 19:30 • The Sekforde, Clerkenwell

AlgoChill is a relaxed evening of live-coded music and visuals, presented as a satellite event for Open Software Week. Inspired by AlgoRhythms, this gathering features multiple 15-minute open slots for artists using both digital and analog setups to perform. The event welcomes both beginners and professionals to participate and will include "brain-inspired surprises" in code, sound, or visuals, in alignment with the Neuroinformatics Unit's Open Software Week.

open house // golden hour: founder coworking + sunset rooftop party

Friday, 15 August @ 10:00 • Shoreditch Exchange, Shoreditch

PLUGGED, in partnership with Oneder, is hosting an all-day event for founders. The "open house" portion, from 10:00 AM, is a co-working session with an optional "content roast" where founders can get feedback on their pitch decks, landing pages, and more. This transitions into the "golden hour" from 5:30 PM, a sunset rooftop party with drinks and music, designed to blend serious ambition with serious fun. The event is a chance for founders to connect, collaborate, and get a taste of the community that PLUGGED is building.

UX/UI Designer Picnic Meetup

Saturday, 16 August @ 13:00 • Battersea Park, SW11 4NJ

The Fouxy Squad is hosting a picnic for UX/UI designers, students, and other creative minds. The event offers a relaxed environment to meet fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and chat about career paths. Following the picnic, attendees can split into small groups for optional activities around the park, such as cycling, a tree-top adventure, visiting the Peace Pagoda, or boating on the lake. The event encourages attendees to bring their own lunch and picnic blankets, with pets also welcome, all to celebrate summer together.

Ink & Switch London Social

Saturday, 16 August @ 18:00 • The Arts Building, Finsbury Park

Ink & Switch, an independent research lab, is hosting a social to share recent news and research on the future of tools for thought. The event will feature a short presentation and demo by Lab Director Peter Van Hardenberg, focusing on the lab's work on malleable and local-first software. Hosted at the tldraw office in Finsbury Park, the evening provides an opportunity for those interested in building better computing to catch up, and there's also room for one to two additional lightning talks from attendees.

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Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #32 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

I have an extra special offer for you all today! With it being my birthday week, I’m going to give away a custom-printed NFC digital business cards and one year’s subscription absolutely free for the first 3 people that share this episode on LinkedIn! Remember to tag me in your posts so I see it.

Even with summer holidays in full swing, London's event scene isn't taking a break this week, offering a packed schedule of fascinating gatherings! ☀️ From deep dives into cutting-edge technologies like Biotech, HealthTech, AI, and immersive XR, to vibrant crypto meetups and a battle of trading bots, there's no shortage of innovation. Professionals can find ample networking opportunities, including a VC-focused run club, a happy hour for clean creatives, and events dedicated to human-first leadership and career paths for startup operators and even a Future Female Founders Bootcamp for young girls. It’s a dynamic week for learning, connecting, and celebrating diverse communities across the city!

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

Biotech + HealthTech + Wearables

Monday, 4 August @ 18:00 • 107 Cheapside

Join H*QUOTIENT, Da Vinci Fellowship, and Orrick for a social mixer focused on the frontiers of the human-machine interface, spanning biotech, healthtech, wearables, and neurotech. This event will feature a fireside chat on "Investing in the Future of Bio, Health & Devices," followed by networking. It's an opportunity for students, founders, researchers, investors, and experimentalists to connect and discuss how biology is becoming code, with beverages and light snacks provided by Orrick.

VCRunClub #15

Tuesday, 5 August @ 07:30 • Allsop Place, Marylebone

VCRunClub, organized by Rich Bolton, Jebran Raashed, and Mario Rojas, combines fitness with networking specifically for venture capital professionals. This weekly 5K run maintains a conversational pace through Regent’s Park, suitable for all levels. The event includes a quick stretch before the run, followed by coffee and light refreshments at Park Sports Tennis Centre for networking. It aims to foster authentic connections while promoting wellness and work-life balance, with showers and changing rooms available post-run.

AI Engine x Manus AI Vibe Hack - Build your next superagent

Tuesday, 5 August @ 18:00 • Location upon registration

Join AI Engine and Manus AI for a "Vibe Hack" focusing on building powerful AI agents using Manus capabilities. This event offers a few hours of hacking ideas where participants are given tools to build anything they want, with the sole rule being to use Manus AI. Led by Manus fellows, the evening aims to help attendees challenge their status quo and leverage Manus agents to create AI Agents, marketing campaigns, slides, short movies, or even their next startup idea. Expect food, drinks, good company, and prizes for the best use of Manus, all designed to result in a useful tool by the end of the evening.

Abundance London

Tuesday, 5 August @ 18:30 • Mother Kelly's, Vauxhall (SE11 5AW)

Abundance London hosts regular drinks for individuals dedicated to realizing London's potential and working on civilizational projects that aim to raise standards of living globally. This social mixer, presented by Abundance London, provides an informal setting for networking and conversation among like-minded professionals. Attendees are encouraged to bring friends to foster broader connections within the community.

Clean Creatives London Happy Hour

Wednesday, 6 August @ 18:00 • x+why The Orchard, Marble Arch

Join Clean Creatives for a happy hour event in Marble Arch, hosted with pledged agencies Clockwise Marketing and 4Change. This gathering is for advertising, marketing, and PR professionals and clients who are committed to being part of climate solutions. Attendees will meet industry leaders like Simon Ellis and Johanna Andersson from Clockwise Marketing and 4Change Marketing, and Audrey Yang from Clean Creatives. The event, which includes the first drinks on the house, aims to foster connections among those working towards a safe climate future and away from fossil fuel clients.

Algorand Crypto Meet-Up: Proof of Pizza

Thursday, 7 August @ 18:30 • Encode Hub, Shoreditch

Join the Algorand Foundation for "Proof of Pizza," the first in a series of laid-back crypto meetups at Encode Hub London. This casual gathering is for builders, developers, and blockchain enthusiasts to talk all things crypto over pizza and drinks, without any formal slides or sales pitches. Attendees can meet the Algorand Foundation team, learn about their work for entrepreneurs, developers, and users, and connect with others in the Web3 space. The evening includes welcome drinks, a quick talk, pizza, and dedicated networking time.

Future Female Founders Bootcamp

Friday, 8 August @ 09:00 • Google London - Pancras Square

We Can Be is hosting a sold-out "Future Female Founders Bootcamp" for girls aged 7-12 at Google London. This one-day, hands-on experience aims to build confidence, foster friendships, and introduce girls to the world of business. The program covers ideation, validation, sales, marketing, and finance, brought to life through their own ideas. Girls will learn from female founders, build mini websites, write press releases, and create sales plans, culminating in a presentation of their ideas to parents. The event is sponsored by Google (venue) and V&Me (lunches).

Fail Friday

Friday, 8 August @ 18:00 • IDEALondon, Shoreditch

"Fail Friday" is an evening dedicated to celebrating failure and fostering a culture of risk-taking and experimentation, inspired by SF's "f***-up nights." Hosted at IDEALondon in partnership with The Society for Technological Advancement (SoTA) and GetSeen Ventures, and powered by The Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA), this event brings together scientists, founders, and innovators. Attendees will hear lightning talks on notable setbacks, followed by open conversation and drinks, encouraging sharing of learning moments and insights that could spark real-world breakthroughs.

Voice AI Space London Event #2

Friday, 8 August @ 18:00 • Google London – Central Saint Giles

Voice AI Space Events invites fellow Voice AI enthusiasts to their second London event. This gathering is for dreamers and builders who are passionate about machine speech and voice-enabled gadgets. The event focuses on community and collaboration, offering a space to share wins and fails, burn tokens, and collectively envision the future of voice AI. There will be no sales pitches, just informal discussions and possibly demos among attendees. The event is expected to be well-attended, so in-person registration is encouraged for London-based attendees, with an online livestream planned for those unable to attend physically.

Charity Padel Tournament: Founders, Investors, Changemakers

Friday, 8 August @ 19:30 • Rocket Padel BPS Ltd, Nine Elms

Join the Charity Padel Tournament, organized by Abbas Kazmi, Mariam Kazmi, and PLAYBACK Sports, for a fun Friday evening of padel, networking, and fundraising for The King’s Trust. This exclusive event brings together leading entrepreneurs, investors, technologists, creatives, and changemakers from various communities like Forbes 30 Under 30 and WEF Global Shapers. The tournament will feature group stages and knockouts, ensuring multiple games for all players. It's an opportunity to connect with influential individuals in a …

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Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #31 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

This week, London has truly outdone itself with a fascinating lineup of events that are sure to pique your interest!

Get ready, because this week's events are looking super interesting, diving deep into cutting-edge tech and fostering vibrant communities. From AI and crypto to immersive technologies and experimental game development, there are plenty of opportunities to learn and connect. We'll see pitches from emerging startups, discussions on human-first leadership, and exciting meetups for crowdfunding creators. Plus, mark your calendars for Saturday, which boasts two full-day hackathons: one focused on AI innovation and another on designing the future of AI-native interfaces.

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

This Week’s Events

Battle of the Bots - Creator Kick-off

Tuesday, July 29 @ 18:00 • The City Pride, Clerkenwell

This event is the official kick-off for "Battle of the Bots," a high-stakes, real-market trading competition hosted by BitMEX and ProfitView happening this September. Designed for software developers, quantitative thinkers, crypto traders, strategists, and data junkies, this gathering is an opportunity to meet like-minded builders, form teams, and learn the competition format, tech stack, and rules. The kick-off will also facilitate team matchmaking and provide insights into building BitMEX trading bots with ProfitView, all while enjoying pizza and beer.

Kickstarter x Blue Garage: Crowdfunding Creators Meetup

Tuesday, July 29 @ 18:00 • Blue Garage, Lewisham

Join the Crowdfunding Club for an informal evening of conversation and connection at the Crowdfunding Creators Meetup, hosted by Kickstarter and Blue Garage. This event brings together designers, hardware founders, and anyone interested in crowdfunding to exchange ideas and build a supportive community. Nathan Nalevanko, Kickstarter's Senior Outreach Lead for Design and Tech, will provide practical tips on launching a successful product on Kickstarter. Michael Korn will also discuss Blue Garage's facilities and offer a tour, showcasing how the space supports makers and innovators.

Ethereum London Relaunch

Wednesday, 30 July @ 18:00 • Encode Hub, Shoreditch

Celebrate Ethereum's 10th anniversary with the relaunch of Ethereum London, a significant part of London's Ethereum scene. Hosted at Encode Hub, a global developer community's new coworking space, this event promises a special return for the community. Attendees can join conversations and connect with fellow enthusiasts to commemorate this milestone for the platform.

Refreshingly Human: Interview & Networking Series

Wednesday, July 30 @ 18:00 • The Ministry, Borough

Join Christina Lewis, founder of Herizon, for "Refreshingly Human," a unique interview and networking series exploring how human-first leadership drives success. This session features Beth Thomas, Director of Social at Frankly (previously at Deliveroo and TikTok), who will share her career journey, insights on creating your own path, embracing unique strengths, authentic networking, and people-first leadership. The event offers ample time for networking and drinks, aiming to shake off mid-week blues with inspiring conversations.

The Headonists: Immersive Tech Community Meetup

Wednesday, July 30 @ 18:00 • COLAB Tower, Southwark

The Headonists, a UK-based community of XR professionals, are gathering for an immersive tech meetup featuring informal talks, work-in-progress showcases, drinks, and chats. The event connects creators, developers, producers, designers, students, academics, marketers, and entrepreneurs in the immersive space. Talks will cover topics like multisensory storytelling in VR, mixed-reality storytelling, lessons from building XR at scale , and R&D previews. There will also be a innovation showcase including more tech demos.

Gæmz Meetup

Wednesday, July 30 @ 19:00 • Newspeak House, Shoreditch (E2 7DG)

Gæmz Meetup is a social gathering for individuals interested in art/experimental/alternative game development, playful media, and related creative pursuits. Hosted at Newspeak House in Shoreditch, this free event is a chance for community members to present their work-in-progress, share what they've been up to, and talk shop over a few drinks. Presentations are not mandatory, but attendees who wish to share will have 5-minute slots followed by Q&A. It's a welcoming environment for both regulars and newcomers to connect, support, and inspire each other.

Block Dojo Cohort XI Pilot Launch Night

Thursday, 31 July @ 17:00 • Plexal, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Join Block Dojo for their inaugural Pilot Launch Night, where founders from Cohort XI will showcase their businesses and kick off their pilot programs. The program has been completely restructured to focus on rapid MVP development, building, testing, and iterating. Attendees will see what the founders have built, followed by canapés, drinks, and networking opportunities with fellow founders, investors, journalists, and members of the startup ecosystem. This event is a chance to see cutting-edge innovations from Block Dojo's latest cohort.

Solana Summer + Pulse Launch Rooftop Happy Hour

Thursday, July 31 @ 18:00 • Location upon registration (Shoreditch)

Join Pulse and Superteam UK for a "Solana Summer + Pulse Launch Rooftop Happy Hour" on a Shoreditch rooftop. This event brings together builders, founders, operators, and friends for an evening of good energy and frontier tech. Attendees can expect ice-cold drinks, chef-curated longevity canapés, sunset beats, and a sneak peek into the new Pulse wearable. The event will also feature conversations around Solana, AI, and human potential, making it ideal for anyone interested in shipping code, raising capital, or exploring frontier health.

AI Engine: Summer Hack

Saturday, 2 August @ 08:00 • Location upon registration

AI Engine, a passion project by Zoe and Jamesin, in collaboration with the tech ecosystem, presents their "Summer Hack." This two-day AI hackathon, hosted by Dawn Capital, Crane Venture Partners, Chapter One, and other industry partners, calls all AI builders, hackers, and startup crews to participate. Attendees can choose between a Hacker Track (building something new in teams) or a Startup Track (shipping a killer feature for an existing project). The event promises twice the talent, bigger prizes, and a focus on real-world AI use cases, with food, drinks, mentors, and perks provided.

Design Machines

Saturday, 2 August @ 10:00 • Location upon registration

Entrepreneurs First is hosting the "Design Machines" hackathon, an open call for Design Engineers interested in building exceptional, craft-driven solutions using industry-leading AI-image generation models from Vercel's v0 and Recraft's prototyping tools. The one-day event is for designers, builders with product design taste, and creative technologists who want to shape the future of AI-native interfaces. It features three challenges, offers exclusive tools, prizes including Vercel credits, and fast-track interviews with Entrepreneurs First. Attendees will demo their solutions to execs from Recraft, Granola, and Vercel. Food will be provided.

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Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #30 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

This week, London is bustling with diverse events catering to various professional and creative communities. There are several significant gatherings for women in business and tech, including a HealthTech innovators meetup and a broader networking event spanning tech, fintech, AI, and startups. The AI community has multiple opportunities, from a demo night focusing on security to a session exploring the future of coding. For those looking to grow their network, there's structured business networking in the City and a specialized property luncheon. Additionally, startup operators can gain insights into working within the ecosystem, and impact-focused founders in climate and energy can engage with investors in an "Ask Me Anything" session. Finally, there's a unique creative gathering and the ever popular Pitch and Run for startup networking on the go.

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

So, let’s dive into this week’s events…

This Week’s Events

100 Female Founders : HealthTech Innovators Meetup at Barclays

Tuesday, 22 July @ 08:00 • Barclays Innovation Hub, Shoreditch

Join the mission to bring together 100 female founders and HealthTech innovators before the summer holidays. Hosted by Barclays Innovation Hub in collaboration with Nexus, WEALTH, Hotbed, FutureFemHealth, and NXGN, this meetup aims to provide support, mentorship, collaboration, and connection opportunities. The event will include breakfast and networking sessions, a keynote talk from a special guest speaker, and a panel discussion, allowing attendees to arrive and leave as their schedule permits.

July 2025 Future of Coding Meetup

Tuesday, 22 July @ 18:00 • Granola Office (near Old Street station)

The London branch of the Future of Coding community is holding its 15th meetup. This event is a chance for community members to present their work in progress and discuss technical topics over drinks. It's also welcoming to newcomers interested in the Future of Coding space. Granola is hosting at their office, providing beer, non-alcoholic drinks, and pizza, with sponsorship from Jazz Tools. The evening will feature a mix of longer talks, demos, and lightning talks, followed by ample time for networking and further discussion.

Common Ground

Wednesday, 23 July @ 19:00 • Chai Guys Bakehouse, Notting Hill

Chai Guys and South Asian Creatives invite you to "Common Ground," a sold-out event for creatives to connect and build something meaningful over chai and conversation. Attendees will exchange ideas and participate in a creative activity exploring the idea of home, fostering listening, reflection, and discussion on growing together through art, dialogue, and community. The evening will offer chai on tap, a creative activity, and a community gathering.

London Demo Night #3 🧠 AI Collective 🧠

Wednesday, 23 July @ 18:30 • Location upon registration

The AI Collective is hosting its third London demo night, with a focus on security in the AI space. This event is a platform for founders, builders, and dreamers to showcase their innovative ideas and receive feedback from the cyber-tech community. Demos are planned from organizations like Lakera, Maze, AI Security Institute, and Cian Young. Attendees can expect food, drinks, engaging conversations, and networking opportunities. Due to limited space, registration approval is required.

Women in Tech, Fintech, AI, Startups, Business Event

Wednesday, 23 July @ 19:00 • The Other House South Kensington

The Business Minds invites you to an empowering and insightful networking event designed for women professionals in the dynamic fields of Tech, Fintech, HealthTech, Edtech, AI, and for startup founders and entrepreneurs. Held in a sophisticated private club with a complimentary welcome drink, this event is a melting pot of ideas and innovations, offering opportunities to share experiences, discuss trends, gain insights, and make valuable connections. The evening includes 1-minute elevator pitches and ample networking time.

Pitch and Run London

Thursday, 24 July @ 08:00 • St. Paul's Cathedral

Everyone is welcome to join Pitch and Run for a 5km run, a relaxed way for founders and those in the startup space to connect. The run starts outside the Dion Bar near St. Paul's, heads down the Millennium Bridge, and returns via the Golden Jubilee Bridges. It's an opportunity to make new friends in the startup community.

Impact AMA: SET Ventures x Eka Ventures

Thursday, 24 July @ 17:00 • Oasis London, Strand

This "Ask Me Anything" session is specifically for founders building in climate, energy, and sustainable consumer health. Hosted by Oasis London, the event features an open and honest discussion with two early-stage impact investors: Ellen Smeele from SET Ventures (specializing in energytech) and Estia Ryan from Eka Ventures (focusing on sustainable consumption and consumer health). Attendees are encouraged to bring questions to gain maximum insights on what excites these investors, how they view traction and defensibility, and current fundraising in 2025.

The Operator Track

Thursday, July 24 @ 19:30 • Location upon registration

Dex is hosting "The Operator Track," an event for those curious about working inside startups. This gathering brings together experienced operators for an honest conversation about what operating is truly like, how to identify the right type of startup, and tips for finding and landing suitable roles, including choosing between generalist and specialist paths. The event promises real stories and questions in a no-pressure environment, prioritizing sign-ups with non-technical backgrounds. Drinks and a chat are included, and approved registration is mandatory due to expected high demand.

London Property Luncheon Networking

Friday, July 25 @ 12:30 • Puttshack Bank

This monthly London Property Luncheon Networking event, organized by Paul Hawkins, is for professionals in the property or construction industry, as well as specialist suppliers. The events are designed to be fun and activity-filled, held at various venues like Puttshack, Clays, and Flight Club, aiming to foster friendships and relationships with prospective clients and generate new business referrals. It's an opportunity for lawyers, estate agents, builders, developers, architects, and many other related trades to connect.

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Happy networking, and I'll see you next week!

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Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #27 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

If you’re looking for ways to cool off in London this week, perhaps some of these events will help!

This week in London, the tech and startup communities are buzzing with activity, offering deep dives into AI and infrastructure, creative tech showcases, and discussions on how to effectively build communities around products. Product management professionals have a dedicated summer social. Additionally, there are several general business networking opportunities across the City for various professionals to connect and collaborate. It's a packed week to enhance your network and gain new insights!

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

Last week I also published a short article on how to measure the success of your networking through tracking key metrics. A great way to look at how to track and improve your efforts when it comes to networking and new business connections.

But now, let’s dive into this week’s events…

This Week’s Events

Community, but how?

Monday, July 7 @ 18:00 • IDEALondon, Shoreditch (EC2A 2BB)

"Community, but how?" is an event exploring how community building can be an effective growth strategy. Hosted at IDEALondon, it features powerhouses Steve Ruiz of tldraw and Shreman Shrestha from Granola. They'll share their insights on building brands that people want to engage with and making products feel like vibrant scenes rather than just tools. Attendees can take notes, sketch ideas, and enjoy drinks and nibbles in this limited-spot gathering.

Summer Shenanigans 2025 ☀️

Wednesday, 9 July @ 18:00 • Wagestream, West End (W1T 1LY)

Women in Product UK is hosting their annual summer party at Wagestream's rooftop, featuring fabulous Middle-Eastern food, a wide selection of drinks including proseccos, beers, and cocktails, and an awesome DJ. This event brings together product managers and leaders from Women In Product UK and CPO Track communities, along with sponsors, partners, and friends, for an evening of networking and celebration with summer vibes.

Æffective Technologies

Wednesday, 9 July @ 19:30 • Location upon registration

Restless Egg invites you to "Æffective Technologies," an event exploring how AI is changing technology and how our technical instincts must adapt. This gathering offers a glimpse into tangible technologies that foster agency and excitement, and brings together creators charting new technological territories. The evening will highlight four projects demonstrating new ways to intervene in technological development: Nephila (building a social OS), Tonk (vibe coding tools for non-coders), fug.jpg (generative imagery), and Rachy McEwan (digital systems for urban trees' ecological value). Expect project demonstrations, a panel discussion, and a participatory activity.

City of London Networking Breakfast

Thursday, July 10 @ 08:00 • The Alchemist Bevis Marks, Aldgate (EC3A 7BA)

Join Claudia Button for a morning of networking in the heart of the City over breakfast at The Alchemist Bevis Marks. The event includes open networking, breakfast, teas, and coffees, followed by a structured business meeting. During this session, attendees will have the opportunity to give a 60-second pitch about their business, and there will also be an educational slot and a featured speaker, concluding with more open networking.

Women in Business Networking

Thursday, July 10 @ 12:00 • Lisa's Italian, Notting Hill (W10 5TD)

Samantha Lawton is hosting a Women in Business Networking (WIBN) meeting in Notting Hill, designed for women business owners and employed professionals. This facilitated business lunch offers a structured yet supportive and friendly environment for members to network, collaborate, and share business contacts and opportunities. Attendees will have the chance to give a 60-second pitch, and each month features a spotlight session where a member discusses their business in detail, aiming to help grow businesses through powerful connections.

Business Networking Lunch

Tuesday, July 8 @ 12:30 • The Anthologist, EC2V 7BB

City Business Networking is hosting a lunch event for quality professionals, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporate representatives (including banks and law firms), and sole traders. The event provides an opportunity to connect with a diverse array of business owners and service providers from various sectors like legal, financial, investment, construction, security, marketing, IT, business development, and consultancy. Attendees are expected to adhere to a professional dress code for this networking lunch in the City of London.

The Deep-Tech Frontier: Powering AI with Smarter Infrastructure

Thursday, July 10 @ 16:30 • Location upon registration

Join CivilizationX for an exclusive evening at the intersection of deep-tech, innovation, and impact, hosted by Google Cloud for Startups. This event brings together founders, investors, and academics to explore the technologies and challenges shaping the future of AI, particularly the need for smarter deep-tech infrastructure. The agenda includes discussions on deep-tech trends, insights into building and investing in the ecosystem, and networking with drinks and nibbles.

AI Demo Days #9

Thursday, July 10 @ 18:30 • Location upon registration

AI Demo Days #9 is a demo evening for London's AI community, connecting builders with enablers like engineers, investors, and mentors. Each session features 15-minute talks with no marketing fluff, just pure demos from various AI product creators. The event, which includes refreshments and networking, will showcase demos from companies like Doubleword (Meryem Arik), Requesty (Thibault Jaigu), cubic (Allis Yao), and V7 (Simon Edwardsson), concluding with further networking at a nearby pub.

Welcome to Raise Your Profyle, a weekly round up of business and networking events in London brought to you by profylecard.com

Hello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #27 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been on the hunt to find you the most interesting business and networking events happening in London over the next 7 days.

And as always, to power your networking success, Profyle is offering a 20% discount off your first order when you mention the podcast. It's the smart, digital solution for connecting and thriving in today's fast-paced world.

Despite the climbing mercury, there's a cool array of diverse London events. Tech and startup enthusiasts can find networking, AI discussions, and a software development focus. Health, beauty, and wellness sectors have dedicated gatherings, while HR pros can explore industry futures. Creative minds might enjoy a live coding event. Plus, there's a startup run for fitness and networking. A packed week to connect and learn!

You might also want to check out my new article… Unlock the Room: The Secret Art of Conversations That Matter. A guide on transforming fleeting networking encounters into genuine, lasting professional relationships through the art of meaningful conversation.

But now, let’s dive into this week’s events…

Health, Fitness, Beauty & Wellness - Business and Startups Networking Event

Monday, 30 June @ 19:00 • The Refinery, Southwark

The Business Minds invites innovators, founders, and professionals from the health, fitness, beauty, and wellness industries to a dedicated networking event. This gathering is designed for individuals building brands, launching startups, investing in the sector, or offering supporting services. The evening will feature casual yet focused networking, including 1-minute elevator pitches, providing ample opportunities to meet potential collaborators, co-founders, clients, or supporters in a relaxed, friendly setting. It's an ideal chance to share ideas, discover partnerships, and expand your professional network within these dynamic industries.

The future of HR with Peter Cheese and our annual meeting

Monday, June 30 @ 17:30 • LSBU Croydon Campus, CR0 2AG

Join The CIPD Branch in South London for their annual meeting and an exclusive talk with Peter Cheese, CEO of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Peter will share his expert insights on the future of HR, exploring the evolving role of people professionals, key workplace trends, and the challenges and opportunities shaping the profession. This event is ideal for HR leaders, managers, and professionals looking to stay ahead in the changing HR landscape.

Granola Experts with Ryan O'Holleran (Anthropic)

Monday, June 30 @ 18:00 • Granola Offices (likely Spitalfields/Old Street area)

Join Granola at their offices for a "Granola Experts" session featuring Ryan O'Holleran, Head of Enterprise & Startup Sales at Anthropic London. Ryan will share insights from his extensive experience scaling companies like Stripe and Airwallex. This event is part of a series where functional experts from iconic companies discuss their insights. Drinks and food will be provided. The event is expected to be oversubscribed, so registration is highly recommended.

Sync London

Tuesday, July 1 @ 18:00 • IDEALondon, Shoreditch (EC2A 2BB)

Sync London is a new meetup for those interested in building products with a local-first or sync engine architecture. The first event will feature speakers discussing better ways of building software, including insights from founders of companies like Trigger.dev, Success.co, ElectricSQL, Garden.co, Dreamala, and Vella.ai. The evening, held at IDEALondon in Shoreditch, will include talks, drinks, and food, with time for networking before and after the presentations.

London AI Nexus Meetup

Tuesday, July 1 @ 19:00 • Location upon registration

Join London AI Nexus for a relaxed evening of drinks and insightful conversations. This casual meetup offers an opportunity to mingle with London's vibrant AI community, connecting with fellow AI professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts in an informal setting. Whether you're an engineer, researcher, founder, or venture capitalist, it's a chance to exchange ideas, forge new connections, and spark collaborations without speeches or formalities.

The London Network: Tech Startups, Professionals & Investors Connect Event

Wednesday, July 2 @ 18:00 • Be At One - Spitalfields, E1 6AN

The London Network invites business owners, entrepreneurs, and tech professionals to their weekly networking event. This gathering is designed for leaders and innovators across various industries, including CEOs, executives, finance experts, and IT professionals, to build valuable connections and forge meaningful business relationships. The informal evening includes a complimentary welcome drink in a lively Spitalfields setting.

AlgoRhythms

Wednesday, July 2 @ 18:30 • The Carpet Shop, Peckham

London Live Coding? invites you to AlgoRhythms, an evening where you can dance, code, or simply observe. This event features an hour of social time, followed by 15-minute open slots for projected code and visuals on two screens. The venue offers a fully stocked bar and an adjacent Mexican street food restaurant. It's an ideal opportunity for both beginners curious about live coding and experienced coders to explore the art form. The BBC intends to film at the event.

Pitch and Run London

Thursday, July 3 @ 08:00 • St. Paul's Cathedral, EC4M 8AD

Everyone is welcome to join Pitch and Run for a 5km run, a relaxed way for founders and those in the startup space to connect. The run starts outside the Dion Bar near St. Paul's, heads down the Millennium Bridge, and returns via the Golden Jubilee Bridges. It's an opportunity to make new friends in the startup community.

Startup Roadshow London 2025

Thursday, July 3 @ 10:00 • Geovation, Clerkenwell (EC1V 7EN)

South East Angels is hosting the Startup Roadshow - London, a platform for startups to showcase their ideas and network with local investors and entrepreneurs. The event will feature a startup pitch competition where founders from various sectors will be judged by a panel of investor judges. It's an opportunity for startups to gain visibility and for investors to discover promising new businesses in the South East region, offering valuable networking opportunities throughout the agenda.

The Recruiter's Recruitment Live Podcast Event

Thursday, July 3 @ 17:30 • Sphere Digital Offices (WC1R 4PQ)

Lysha Holmes, host of The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast, is holding their third live show in London. This exclusive event features an insightful panel discussion on a "Playbook for Guaranteed Success in Recruitment" with influential industry leaders. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions live, and the event includes canapés and drinks, with all ticket proceeds benefiting Bury Hospice and Mind.

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