NY Chapter Holiday Happy Hour
2024-12-03 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Let’s get the NY Metro Chapter together for a pre-holiday meetup! Good company, good fun, great connections with OpenWater members!

If you are interested in attending and are not an OpenWater member, contact us for more details.

OpenWater Info Session
2024-12-04 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Curious about what OpenWater is all about? Join our upcoming Information Session to learn more about OpenWater—a growing community designed to help midlife professionals expand their networks, discover new opportunities, and reimagine the next chapter of their careers.
During this session, we’ll give you a behind-the-scenes look at what we offer, how we support our members, and how you can get involved. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or connect with like-minded professionals, OpenWater is here for you.
Come join us and see what makes OpenWater special!
Register Now

Ask-a-Recruiter: Checklist to Kickstart Your 2025 Job Search
2024-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
As the year winds down, now is a good time to take stock and take action to kick off your job search the right way in the new year.
To help you do this, we’ve got OpenWater members and recruiters extraordinaire Tony Verde and Lisa Verde of InspHIRE Talent.
They’ll walk you through what you need to know and prepare right now, and take your questions!
RSVP to save your spot today!
This webinar is for OpenWater members only. Apply Now for membership.

About Lisa:
With a successful 30+ year career in recruiting, Lisa Verde is deeply passionate about all aspects of talent acquisition. Thriving at the intersection of people and data, she serves as the Global VP of Talent Acquisition at phData, a top AI and data services company specializing in data engineering, analytics, and machine learning for enterprises. A mom of twins, dog lover, and Atlanta resident, Lisa enjoys boating, live music, travel, and time with family and friends, especially while chasing sunsets on Lake Lanier. She holds a B.S. in Marketing from Florida State University.

About Tony:
Tony Verde has over 30 years experience in technology recruiting and is the Founder of inspHIRE Talent Solutions, a boutique technology search firm. Passionate about creating long-term value for clients and candidates alike, Tony focuses on transformative placements that drive growth and innovation. He holds a BBA from the University of Georgia and resides in the Atlanta area with his family.

Atlanta Chapter Holiday Happy Hour
2024-12-11 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Let’s get the ATL Chapter together (and bring some friends) for a pre-holiday meetup in Dunwoody Village!

🗓️ Date & Time: December 11th from 5:30pm-7:30pm
🍹 What to Expect: Fun, loose gathering!

OpenWater members can RSVP using the OpenWater app.

If you’re not an OpenWater member but interested in attending, contact us for details.

Unlocking the Power of Generative AI: Your Key to Thriving in the Future of Work
2025-01-14 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
About This Workshop
This workshop provides OpenWater community members with a solid foundation in Artificial Intelligence, covering essential concepts, tools, and practical applications.
Designed for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of AI, the workshop offers insights into how AI works and how it can be applied across various industries. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to confidently integrate AI into their professional endeavors, driving innovation and creating impactful solutions.

What is Artificial Intelligence?
Real-world examples of AI applications
The importance of AI literacy in today’s business landscape
Preview of the in-depth AI course

About the Instructor: Jason Goecke
I am a seasoned technology executive with a proven track record of success ranging from startups to leading large, global teams within Fortune 100 companies. As a CEO and General Manager, I’ve spearheaded innovative solutions, scaled organizations, and navigated complex challenges to deliver transformative results. Despite my extensive leadership experience, I remain deeply technical and passionate about staying at the forefront of emerging technology trends.
Beyond my professional achievements, I am dedicated to giving back through nonprofit initiatives, focusing on education, STEM advocacy, and community engagement. A passionate photographer, I blend my creative pursuits with my volunteer work, capturing impactful moments at events and celebrations.

From Biological to Artificial: The Principles of Intelligence
2025-01-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
In the first of OpenWater’s series on AI, we take a step back to look at the fundamentals of intelligence. How does the brain relate to AI, and vice versa? Ex AI.Reverie Co-Founder and AI expert Daeil Kim guides us through the super principles of intelligence to set the stage for future sessions where we dive deeper into the specifics of AI in everyday use.

Bay Area Chapter Supper Club
2025-01-28 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
​Let’s get together for a fun night of great company, cool conversation, and fabulous wine! OpenWater is holding a Supper Club in Woodside. If you attended our last Supper Club, you know that these are fantastic opportunities to connect with new people, learn new things and enjoy some delectable food.
The evening will include a three course meal and six bottles of wine for the group.
Tickets are $170 per person and includes taxes and gratuity. After the meal, attendees may purchase additional beverages on their own.
Space is limited to 16 people, so reserve your spot today!

Chat-GPT? Perplexity? Which AI Tool is Right for You?
2025-01-30 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
It’s said you need to use the right tool for the right job. But when it comes to AI, it can be hard to tell your Chat-GPT from your Perplexity. Thankfully, Justin Simpson, Founder of Here.Now.AI is here to help you make sense of it all. In this discussion, we’ll talk about the differences between AI platforms, and how you can figure out which tool is the right one for the right job for you!

7 Surprising Ways to Use Chat GPT
2025-02-05 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
This virtual talk is for OpenWater members. Want to attend? Apply to become a member today!

Most people think LLMs like ChatGPT and Claude are just for chatting—but they can do much more! In this session, we’ll explore how these models can help you save time and boost productivity in ways you might not expect.
Streamline tasks like market research and content creation: Learn how LLMs can analyze market trends, conduct competitor research, and generate reports—all without technical expertise.
Automate everyday workflows: Discover how to use LLMs for summarizing meetings, drafting emails, and creating project proposals, so you can focus on higher-level decision-making.

About the Speaker
Hugo Bowne-Anderson is an independent data and AI consultant with deep experience in the tech industry. He is the host of Vanishing Gradients, a podcast exploring developments in data science and AI. Previously, Hugo served as Head of Developer Relations at Outerbounds and held roles at Coiled and DataCamp, where his work in data science education reached over 3 million learners. He has taught at Yale University, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, and conferences like SciPy and PyCon, and is a passionate advocate for democratizing data skills and open-source tools.

Bay Area Chapter Cocktail Party
2025-02-25 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
​Join us for a fantastic evening of mingling, delicious drinks, and fun conversations. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind and connect with others in Palo Alto.
Join us at a wine bar that brings the rustic charm of Italy to the Silicon Valley with food that warms the soul in a setting unlike any other.
Registration required.

Atlanta Happy Hour
2025-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
We hope you can join us for a casual evening of conversation, cocktails, and mingling with our GA Chapter members. This is a casual no-host bar situation and we’d love to have you join us!
RSVP

Seattle Happy Hour
2025-03-13 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Hey Seattle-ites (and surrounding area-ites) of OpenWater!
The days are (finally) getting (a teeny bit) longer, so let’s celebrate with an in-person get together!
Get to know you fellow OpenWater folk at our meetup on Capitol Hill and enjoy good conversation and camaraderie!
This is a casual no-host bar situation and we’d love to have you join us! Curious about OpenWater meetups but not yet a member? You can register to join us for the event here.

Bay Area Chapter Cocktail Party
2025-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
​Join us for a fantastic evening of mingling, delicious drinks, and fun conversations. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind and connect with others in downtown SF.

OpenWater Wine Tour of Piedmont, Italy!
2025-04-27 - 2025-05-03 | Piedmont, Italy
Heathen Wine Tours is going to take you on a once in a lifetime trip wine excursion! Join sommelier Heath Porter as he whisks you away, off-the-beaten path in Italy to meet world-class producers and experience the very best of Piedmontese cuisine, culture, and hospitality. And, in classic Heathen style, there will be plenty of surprises and mystery wines along the way. Are you ready?

This event is for OpenWater members and their guests. If you’re interested in joining OpenWater, contact us. We’d love to chat.
Agenda includes

Cellar tour and back vintage tasting with Franco Massolino of Massolino Winery
Cellar tour and dinner at Marchesi di Gresy with 3rd generation owner Ms. Ludovico di Gresy
Cellar Tour and tasting in the vineyards with Carlos Deltetto of Deltetto 1953
Cellar Tour and tasting of Barolo with Achille Boroli of Baroli Vineyards
Castle tour of Castello di Serralunga d’Alba
Cooking class and dinner with the Ms. Denise Marrone of Familia Marrone
Truffle hunting with our favorite local guide and his dogs
Vermouth blending class with Italy’s leading vermouth expert Fulvio Piccinino
Free time in Alba to dine, see sights, shop, etc…
And many more surprises, tastings and of course the most scenic vineyards and villages in the country.
Of course, we will have our own bus/driver for the week. Pick up and drop off will be from the Milan-Malpensa airport

Bay Area Chapter Supper Club
2025-05-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
​Let’s get together for a fun night of great company, cool conversation, and fabulous wine! OpenWater is holding a Supper Club in downtown SF. If you attended our last Supper Club, you know that these are fantastic opportunities to connect with new people, learn new things and enjoy some delectable food.
The evening will include a family style meal and 7 bottles of wine for the group.
Tickets are $150 per person and includes taxes and gratuity. After the meal, attendees may purchase additional beverages on their own.
Space is limited to 18 people, so reserve your spot today!
