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Scaling SaaS Right Now: Lessons from the Frontlines

Sat, Sep 12, 3:15 AM

From Friday Coffee Meetup

4.8

Today’s environment is forcing SaaS founders and operators to rethink not just what they build—but how they build, deliver, and scale it. Join us for a candid, discussion-driven session with Bryan Walley, CEO & Co-founder of Forward Inheritance, as we explore what it takes to grow a SaaS venture in today’s rapidly shifting landscape. Bryan is has built Forward Inheritance, a platform designed to bring clarity and structure to one of the most complex and emotionally charged areas families face—inheritance and legacy planning. The idea didn’t start as a business—it started as a personal need. Faced with navigating estate planning within his own family, Bryan saw firsthand the lack of simple, secure, and transparent tools to organize information, communicate clearly, and align across generations. So he built one. Today, Forward is evolving that solution into a broader platform that helps families move from confusion and avoidance to clarity and preparedness—combining secure document management, financial tools, and guided collaboration. In this session, Bryan will share how his team is approaching: * Building and positioning a SaaS product in a nuanced, human-centered problem space * Rethinking product delivery and user experience in today’s market * Navigating the intersection of fintech, family dynamics, and long-term planning * Lessons learned while scaling in an environment that demands adaptability This won’t be a one-way presentation—it’s an opportunity to exchange ideas, compare approaches, and learn from others navigating similar challenges. Whether you're building, scaling, advising, investing—or simply interested in how SaaS is evolving—this session offers a practical and timely perspective on what’s working right now. **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. *** ## **About the Speaker** Bryan Walley is CEO & Co-founder of Forward Inheritance and a technology and business leader with a proven track record of building and delivering software-driven solutions across a range of industries, including financial services. His experience spans the full lifecycle of innovation—from early concept and product development through go-to-market execution and operational scale. With a background that bridges technology, business strategy, and execution, Bryan has led initiatives across software development, product management, strategic partnerships, and business growth. At Forward Inheritance, Bryan is focused on helping families navigate inheritance and legacy planning through tools that promote clarity, communication, and proactive

26 attendees

Sunday’s at the Stairs

Sun, Sep 13, 4:00 PM

From Walk 4 Purpose

4.8

Sunday’s is Leg day!! hamstrings, quads, calves and gluts. Leg Power join us as we go stair climbing followed by a walk to the beach bring your Yoga towel/mat we can stretch on the DISCLAIMER: Group organizer assume no liability; hike /walk at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage.

1 attendee

AI Just Broke Your Strategy. Here's How To Fix It.

Thu, Sep 10, 1:00 AM

From ProductTank Los Angeles

4.9

Join the ProductTank Los Angeles and PMA.LA community for an evening of insights, conversation, and connection with Martin Eriksson, one of the most influential voices in product leadership and organizational strategy. With more than 30 years of experience as a product leader, founder, investor, advisor, and author, Martin has dedicated his career to helping organizations build better products, stronger teams, and more effective businesses. From pioneering SaaS companies before the term became mainstream to advising more than 150 organizations at every stage of growth, Martin has consistently challenged conventional thinking and helped leaders unlock organizational performance. **Featured Talk: AI Just Broke Your Strategy. Here's How To Fix It.** When anyone can build anything, the competitive advantage is no longer in building. It is in knowing what to build and why. While many organizations are focused on using AI to do what they already do faster and cheaper, Martin argues that this is the wrong question. In fact, it may be quietly limiting ambition at the exact moment it should be expanding it. As the cost of development continues to fall, the primary constraint is no longer execution. The bottleneck has shifted to clarity. The challenge is no longer "Can we build it?" but "Should we build it?" Most teams are not prepared for this shift. In this thought provoking session, Martin explores how AI is reshaping strategy, decision making, and organizational advantage. Drawing on insights from his latest work, The Decision Stack, he will share how leaders can create the strategic clarity needed to thrive in an era where technology is abundant but direction is scarce. Attendees will learn why alignment matters more than ever, how to connect vision to everyday decisions, and how to turn AI from a potential threat into a powerful catalyst for innovation, growth, and organizational momentum. **About Martin Eriksson** Martin Eriksson is a board member, strategic advisor, leadership coach, and author of **The Decision Stack: How Strategic Clarity Unlocks Organizational Momentum**. Since 1994, Martin has built digital products and businesses across organizations including The Financial Times, Monster, Huddle, Covestor, Cazoo, and most recently served as Product Partner at EQT, one of the world's largest private investment firms. He is also the founder of ProductTank and co founder of Mind the Product, together the world's largest product management community spanning more than 200 cities worldwide. Through his work, writing, and leadership, Martin has helped shape the practice of product management for an entire generation of product leaders. **Special Thanks to Our Sponsor: ADP** ADP is a global leader in cloud based Human Capital Management solutions, helping organizations manage HR, payroll, talent, time, tax, and benefits administration through innovative technology and deep industry expertise. By combining powerful analytics, compliance capabilities, and business outsourcing solutions, ADP helps organizations create better workplace experiences and unlock the full potential of their people. Learn more: https://www.adp.com/ ADP. Always Designing for People. #WhatAreYouWorkingFor

83 attendees

FRIDAY--Easy Night walk around Silverlake

Sat, Sep 12, 2:15 AM

From Los Angeles Hiking Group

4.8

Silverlake can be quite beautiful at night. Walk is mostly easy 2.2 miles RT around the lake. Walk is approx. 1 hour. There is short uphill on this walk--approx. 10 minutes Some members go to the local Oyster bar afterwards. **Rain will cancel walk. Dogs ok as long as on leash.** Parking: Street parking. There is more parking when you park along the lake --along W. Silverlake Dr.

7 attendees

Professional Women's Mastermind Circle

Wed, Sep 2, 1:00 AM

From Professional Womens Network LA

4.8

*** **Thanks to everyone who joined us last month to make our first return event a great success! So let's do it again!** **Join us for our Professional Women's Mastermind Circle!** An evening of real talk, real support, and real solutions. Whether you're growing a business, building a career, or just want to network with a great group of women, bring your ideas, questions, and challenges, and leave with a fresh perspective, helpful tips, and a room full of women in your corner. To allow time for everyone to share, this Meetup is capped at just 10 women. Led by PWNLA founder, certified executive coach & facilitator, Margalit Ward, the evening is relaxed, interactive, and built around you, designed to help you find solutions, inspire action, and move forward with fresh ideas. Light refreshments will be served \| Sign up now; space is limited\! **When:** Tuesday, Sept. 1, 6 pm – 8:30 pm **Where:** Margalit's home, LA-Fairfax Grove area (address will be sent upon registration) **Cost:** $20 pre\-registered $relaunch rate$ \| $25 at the door First come, first served; this Meetup typically fills up quickly and often has a waiting list. **Bring with you:** Business cards, something to take notes with, and a question, challenge, or idea you'd like feedback on. We can't wait to see you there! *** ***What women say about our Mastermind Circles...*** *"Loved this event. I got a lot of great advice for my own business, and the whole evening was full of wisdom, kindness, and generosity. Definitely worth the time and money." — Tara King, Choreographer & Web Designer/Developer* *"So many great ideas shared, and so much inspiration from a great group of wonderful women. Thank you all!" — Kimberly Chenier, Attorney & Business Strategist* *"The best few hours I've spent in a long time. It was a supportive, productive and energetic group of smart women helping each other to grow their businesses. I have a ton of great ideas to keep me rolling!" — Laura P, Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach* *Tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable*

7 attendees

Luxury Sound Bath

Mon, Sep 7, 12:00 AM

From Luxury Sound Bath by Master Garrett

$35/Attendee A sound bath is a deeply immersive, meditative experience where you "bathe" in the ambient sound waves and vibrations produced by instruments like crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and tuning forks. You simply lie down, relax, and let the sounds wash over you to help calm your mind and release tension. At Master Garrett Luxury Sound Bath leave the pillows blankets and yoga mats behind.. all luxuries are cared for!

1 attendee

Nextgen Influencer Circle

Wed, Sep 16, 8:00 PM

From LA Entrepreneurs Network

4.8

**THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU IF …** * You're an expert, coach, or consultant ready to bypass the traditional gatekeepers and secure prime speaking opportunities. * You consistently seek to elevate your brand visibility and expand your message to broader, more influential audiences. * You're eager to participate in a high-value, curated environment to forge strategic alliances with fellow growth-minded leaders. * You want a direct, streamlined path to engage with event organizers, podcast producers, and summit hosts who are actively recruiting new talent. **SUMMIT DESCRIPTION** Step into September's Influencers Circle, an exclusive 2-hour virtual summit hosted by the Nextgen Collaboration Circle. This isn't passive networking; it's a dynamic platform meticulously designed for strategic acceleration. Here, you'll gain privileged access to decision-makers, learn to initiate high-impact speaking engagements, and forge collaborations that can redefine your trajectory. This is your chance to strategically leverage connections to amplify your reach, influence, and business growth. **Date:** Wednesday, September 16, 2026 **Time:** 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM $PST$ \| 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM $EST$ **[Click here to Register](https://ebcinfluencerscircle.com/registration-page?am_id=einein9312)** **Redeem your FREE VIP ticket with code: VIPPASS** **TAKEAWAYS** You’ll walk away with actionable advantages, including: * Guaranteed Introductions: Sit directly with key event, summit, and podcast hosts actively seeking expert voices. * Unfiltered Insights: Receive direct, actionable advice from successful industry leaders on scaling influence and business. * Curated Collaborations: Build meaningful, high-level relationships with a peer group of growth-minded entrepreneurs for mutual benefit. * Proactive Follow-Up: Access an exclusive attendee directory, facilitating seamless engagement and long-term partnership cultivation. * Rapid Visibility: Discover and secure new speaking platforms that offer significant growth for your message and audience. **ABOUT THE SPEAKER:** The Nextgen Collaboration Circle is spearheaded by Iman Aghay, a titan in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Revered as the "Leaders' Mentor," Iman is a prolific serial entrepreneur, an international speaker who has graced over 2,000 stages, and a 10x #1 best-selling author. With expertise spanning the development of over 150 online courses for coaches, authors, and speakers, and a significant early investor in over 160 tech and medical companies, Iman embodies innovation and strategic growth. Experience an event meticulously curated by a leader singularly focused on fostering powerful collaboration and empowering experts. **Date:** Wednesday, September 16, 2026 **Time:** 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM $PST$ \| 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM $EST$ **[Click here to Register](https://ebcinfluencerscircle.com/registration-page?am_id=einein9312)** **Redeem your FREE VIP ticket with code: VIPPASS**

3 attendees

Networking with Professionals in a multitude of industries!

Thu, Sep 3, 2:00 AM

From Beverly Hills Entrepreneur and Business Network

4.7

Networking with Professionals

17 attendees

Startup Pitch & Networking in Los Angeles

Thu, Sep 10, 2:00 AM

From Startup and Business Networking in Los Angeles

4.2

📍 **Registration is on Luma — Meetup is not our RSVP platform.** Please register here to secure your spot: https://luma.com/9q7fngz7 🚀 **Join our event in Los Angeles!** We design Pitch and Networking nights to help founders sharpen their thinking through direct, candid feedback and to give strong investors access to serious teams. **Our pitch night is complemented by a structured networking session before and after the pitch session.** ▶ **See how our pitch nights look:** https://vimeo.com/877496618 **💡 What to expect:** - **Startups pitch live and receive focused feedback** from angels and VC partners - **Structured networking session** before and after the pitches - Entrepreneurs, startup founders, and operators are joining to network, exchange ideas, and build strong connections - Active investors and venture scouts joining to discover the best startups early **🤝 Who you will meet at the event:** - Founders - Investors, VC partners, Venture Scouts - Marketers, Salespeople, Business Advisors - Industry Disruptors - AI Experts - Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia, and the United Kingdom **💼 We Welcome New Investors:** We invite investors to our event to expand their network, get acquainted with new startups, evaluate them, share feedback, and participate in discussions with early-stage and serial founders. We offer **complimentary tickets to institutional investors, angels, and venture scouts** with a proven track record. Please [apply via Luma](https://luma.com/9q7fngz7) or send us an email so we can issue the ticket. If you'd like to **access our database of promising startups** or **provide mentorship support to our best startups**, please fill out this short [Investor Application Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn1s8f5_R3iaqYoJ4aU2q1IxcFXIZIQElD6cEcv8YkRQhaUA/viewform), and our team will contact you. **🎤 Want to Pitch?** A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to pitch their startup or business **to a panel of investors and experts.** 4-6 selected founders will pitch their startup, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback. Apply by filling out the [Pitch Application Form](https://forms.gle/CuscVQibyXBbi1Fv7) and sending us your pitch deck. Spots are limited, and we select founders in advance. To maintain high-quality pitches, you are required to present with a pitch deck. We will share our **pitching guide** and, if you'd like, **coach you** so you're fully prepared for pitch night. 🏆 **The best startups will be featured** across our social media and included in our **investor newsletter.** **Requirements for attendees:** - Dress code: smart casual. Bring good energy. **🎟 Join our event and secure your ticket today!** **About us:** [Startup Valley](https://startupvalley.club/) is a global event organizer hosting pitch nights in 25 cities since 2023. Since then, **we have hosted 850 events for 40,000 attendees**. Over these years, we connected countless outstanding early-stage startups to serious investors, and we are not planning to stop. We maintain strategic partnerships with VC funds in the US, Europe, and Asia to support our community. Do you have a **question, a partnership proposal, or want to clarify something**? Reach us at hello@startupvalley.club **Agenda** - 19:00–19:30 — **Registration**: Guests register, receive badges, and event programs. This is an opportunity for casual networking, making first connections, and preparing for the event. - 19:30–20:00 — **Event Kickoff & Interactive Networking**: Official welcome from the organizers with a brief overview of the event goals and schedule. Interactive networking session to connect with key contacts. - 20:00–20:50 — **Startup Pitch Session**: Startups present their projects to investors and experts. Each team has 5 minutes to pitch, covering the project’s core idea, business model, and target market. - 20:50–22:00 — **Chill & Networking**: Participants enjoy casual conversations with investors, discuss collaboration opportunities, and exchange ideas over refreshments. **FAQ** **Can I pitch?** Yes! To pitch, please purchase a Pitch Ticket and fill out the Pitch Application Form. We will contact you to discuss and approve your pitch. The pitch duration is 5 minutes. You will also have some time to answer questions from the audience. **How does the pitch go?** Selected founders present on stage to the audience and the investors in the room. You get 5 minutes to pitch your idea, business model, target market, and investment ask, followed by a short Q&A. The best startups are featured across our social media channels and in the investor newsletter. **Who will I meet?** Founders, angel investors, VC partners, venture scouts, AI experts, engineers, operators, marketing and sales experts, and international entrepreneurs from across Europe, Asia, and the US. **Do investors get free tickets?** Yes! Please apply via Luma (the link is in the event description) or email hello@startupvalley.club, and we will issue a complimentary ticket for you and your team. **Can I request a refund?** Yes. Refunds are available if requested at least 1 day before the event start time. Please submit the refund request on the platform where you purchased your ticket, or email us at hello@startupvalley.club

6 attendees

Drinks with Designers (at Steinberg Hart)

Fri, Sep 11, 1:00 AM

From BIMPulse®

4.9

Industry professionals are navigating rapid change, from AI-driven tools reshaping project workflows to shifting expectations around speed, quality, and collaboration across teams. This evening will bring attendees together for an informal discussion on where the industry is headed, what's working well for teams today, and where AI can fit into that picture. The conversation will draw on practitioner experience across firms to surface practical takeaways attendees can bring back to their own teams. Following the discussion, attendees are invited to stay for a cocktail reception with light bites and the opportunity to connect with peers across the industry.

7 attendees

AI meetup (September) with AWS

Thu, Sep 3, 1:00 AM

From Los Angeles Enterprise AI

4.6

**Important note:** register on the [external event website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026090217) is required for admission. **AGENDA** \- 6:00pm \- 6:40pm: Check\-In\, Food & Beverage\, Networking \- 6:40pm \- 6:45pm: Welcoming Remarks \+ Community Updates \- 6:45pm \- 8:15pm: Tech Talks and Audience Q&A \- 8:15pm \- 9:00pm: Open Discussions\, Networking\, and Closing **Speakers/Topics:** Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and topics. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 5,000+ AI developers in L.A and 500K+ worldwide.

2 attendees

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Frequently asked questions

CEO roundtables are gatherings where top executives collaborate and exchange ideas. They offer an informal setting for CEOs to discuss challenges, share insights, and find networking opportunities within various industries.

To join, search for CEO roundtable events in Los Angeles on Meetup. Sign up to the group that fits your industry or goals and RSVP for upcoming events to start networking with other executives.

These events are typically attended by senior executives, business leaders, and CEOs from various industries. Participants engage in dialogue about business strategies, leadership challenges, and industry trends.

While many Meetup groups are free, some may charge a membership fee. Fees cover event costs or membership perks, so review each group’s details for specific information.

CEO roundtables in Los Angeles address a broad range of business and leadership topics, such as industry developments, strategic planning, operational challenges, and networking opportunities essential for executive growth.

Some roundtables may offer online sessions, enabling participation from locations beyond Los Angeles. Check the Meetup group's schedule to see if virtual attendance is possible for specific events.

While CEO roundtables primarily target executives, senior managers or leaders aspiring to executive roles often find value in participating, gaining insights, and fostering new connections.

The frequency varies based on the individual group's organization and member availability. Some host monthly sessions, while others may arrange events quarterly or seasonally, depending on interest.

Joining allows unparalleled networking with other leaders, sharing of valuable insights, and collaboration opportunities, enhancing both personal leadership skills and company strategies.

Yes, Los Angeles CEO roundtables often organize events focused on specific industries, connecting executives facing similar market or operational challenges, encouraging niche discussions.

To make the most of your participation, actively engage in discussions, contribute your insights, prepare to share your experiences, and foster connections with other attendees outside of events.

Meetup enables users to suggest and coordinate events. If you have an idea for a roundtable, propose it to the group or organize it yourself, following group guidelines and member interests.

Meetup cannot guarantee the quality of every event as they are organized by different groups. Experiences may vary, but user reviews and feedback can guide expectations and participation decisions.

Availability of specific roundtables depends on activity within local groups. While diverse events are common, not every industry or leadership topic may have an ongoing group or roundtable in LA.

Partner roundtables might exist in other cities, leveraging nationwide executive networks. However, searching Meetup provides localized results, aiding in discovering Los Angeles-centric opportunities.

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