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SUMMARY:Founder's Café (Berlin)
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: Tuesday\, 24 March 2026⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM🎟 Entry: Free☕ Perks: Free Coffee & water Included \nFreelancer Café is a relaxed and high-value meetup for freelancers\, aspiring founders\, and independent professionals who want to grow their network\, learn from real experiences\, and exchange practical ideas. \nWhether you’re just starting your freelance journey or already working with clients\, this evening is designed to help you connect with the right people and gain insights you can actually use in Germany. \nNo formal conference vibe — just meaningful conversations\, practical learning\, and strong networking over coffee. \nWhat to Expect\n• Meet fellow freelancers\, consultants\, and founders• Short expert talks with practical insights• Interactive discussions and networking• Opportunity to pitch your idea and receive feedback• A supportive community of professionals building independently in Germany \nModerator\nSharique JavaidCEO – Expat Launch Germany GmbHEvent Host & Moderator \nSharique works closely with freelancers\, startups\, and expats building businesses in Germany and regularly hosts networking events and knowledge sessions for the international professional community. \nGuest Speakers\n1) Ola van Dunen\nFreelancer & Independent Consultant \nOla is a Germany-born freelancer working with large corporate clients as an external contractor as well as smaller SME projects. \nIn his talk\, he will share practical insights from his freelancing journey: \n• How to find clients in Germany• Working with corporate vs SME clients• Managing projects independently• Navigating German bureaucracy as a freelancer• Practical advice for aspiring founders \nThis session will be especially valuable for professionals planning to start freelancing or build independent consulting careers in Germany. \n2) Neha Vithaldas\nBrand Strategy Consultant \nNeha works with founders and growing businesses to build clear\, strong\, and market-ready brands. \nIn her talk\, she will discuss: \n• Building a strong brand foundation• Positioning your services clearly• Communicating your value effectively• Avoiding common branding mistakes freelancers make• Turning expertise into a credible market presence \nA must-attend session for freelancers who want to stand out and grow sustainably. \nEvent Schedule\n6:30 – 7:00 PMNetworking over coffee ☕ \n7:00 – 7:15 PMTalk by Ola van Dunen \n7:15 – 7:30 PMTalk by Neha Vithaldas \n7:30 – 7:45 PMNetworking Break \n7:45 – 8:20 PMGroup Discussions & Interactive Activities \n8:20 – 8:40 PM1-Minute Idea Pitches by AttendeesLive feedback from speakers & panel \n8:40 – 9:00 PMOpen Q&A with Sharique and Guest ExpertsCoffee & informal conversations \n9:00 PMEvent Close \nWho Should Attend\n• Freelancers• Aspiring founders• Consultants• Creatives & independent professionals• Anyone exploring self-employment in Germany \nWhy Attend\n• Meet like-minded professionals• Learn from real freelancing journeys• Get practical advice for the German market• Share your ideas and get expert feedback• Build meaningful connections \nFree entry. Free coffee. Real conversations. \nJoin us and be part of a growing freelancer community in Berlin. \nRegister Now\nLoading…
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/foundercafemarch/
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SUMMARY:Founder’s Café in Munich (April)
DESCRIPTION:Founder’s Café in Munich – Networking & Business Meetup (April Edition) \nDate: Tuesday\, 7th April 2026Time: 18:30 – 21:00 \nDescription:Join us for our Founder’s Café in Munich\, a relaxed yet highly valuable meetup designed for expats\, founders\, freelancers\, and professionals exploring business opportunities in Germany. \nAfter the success of our previous sessions\, we continue to bring together a growing community where ideas are shared openly\, questions are welcomed\, and real connections are built. \nThis is not a typical networking event — it’s an interactive and supportive space where everyone gets a chance to speak\, learn\, and connect. \nWhat to Expect: \n• Moderated by Sharique Javaid\, founder of Expat Launch Germany GmbH• Open discussions on business ideas\, freelancing\, and company setup• Insights into German systems (Freelance\, Gewerbe\, UG/GmbH)• Real-life experiences and challenges shared by participants \nSpecial Guests: \n• Business Speaker (Startup / Freelancing topic)• Career Speaker (Job market & growth tips) \nLocation: EineWeltHaus\, Schwanthalerstraße 80\, 80336 München (Google Maps) \nRegistration:  \nLoading…
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/founderscafemunichapril/
LOCATION:EineWeltHaus\, Schwanthalerstraße 80\, Munich\, 80336\, Germany
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SUMMARY:Founder's Cafe in Hamburg (April 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Founder’s Café Hamburg – Networking & Business Meetup (April Edition) \nDate: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 18:30 – 21:00 \nVenue:  Malik Pizza\, Sandweg 3\, 20257 Hamburg Google Maps: https://share.google/6qa5jg1q55K4Vx6cq \nDescription:Join us for our Founder’s Café Hamburg\, a relaxed yet highly engaging meetup designed for expats\, founders\, freelancers\, and professionals exploring opportunities in Germany. \nThis is not a typical networking event  it’s an interactive and supportive space where meaningful conversations happen\, ideas are shared openly\, and everyone gets a chance to participate. \nWe will be discussing how to start a business in Germany\, understanding different pathways (freelancing\, Gewerbe\, UG/GmbH)\, and the importance of networking in building your professional journey. \nWhat to Expect: \n• Interactive and engaging discussions• Insights on starting a business in Germany• Open networking with like-minded individuals• Real experiences\, challenges\, and practical guidance \nHosts:Moderated by Sharique Javaid & Faraz Mehmood Ul Hassan \nWe look forward to welcoming you to an interactive and engaging session! \nLocation: Malik Pizza\, Sandweg 3\, 20257 Hamburg \nRegistration: \nLoading…
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/founderscafehamburg/
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SUMMARY:Founder’s Café in Berlin (April)
DESCRIPTION:Founder’s Café Berlin – Monthly Networking & Business Meetup (April Edition) \nDate: Tuesday\, 28 April 2026Time: 18:30 – 21:00 \nDescription:Join us for our monthly Founder’s Café Berlin\, a relaxed yet highly valuable meetup designed for expats\, founders\, freelancers\, and professionals exploring business opportunities in Germany. \nAfter the success of our previous sessions\, we continue to bring together a growing community where ideas are shared openly\, questions are welcomed\, and real connections are built. \nThis is not a typical networking event — it’s an interactive and supportive space where everyone gets a chance to speak\, learn\, and connect. \nWhat to Expect: \n• Moderated by Sharique Javaid\, founder of Expat Launch Germany GmbH• Open discussions on business ideas\, freelancing\, and company setup• Insights into German systems (Freelance\, Gewerbe\, UG/GmbH)• Real-life experiences and challenges shared by participants \nSpecial Guests:\nThis time\, we’re excited to have 2 special founder guests: Pooja Sur Saha & Ola van Dunen joining us for an open discussion and sharing their insights. \nLocation: Expat Launch Germany GmbH\, Machnower Str. 15\, 14165 Berlin (Google Maps) \nRegistration:  \nLoading…
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/founderscafeberlinapril/
LOCATION:Expat Launch Germany GmbH\, Machnower Str. 15\, Berlin\, Berlin\, 14165\, Germany
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SUMMARY:Founder’s Café in Munich – Networking & Business Meetup (May Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, 21 May 2026Time: 18:30 – 21:00 \nDescription:Join us for our Founder’s Café in Munich\, a relaxed yet highly valuable meetup designed for expats\, founders\, freelancers\, and professionals exploring business opportunities in Germany. \nAfter the success of our previous sessions\, we continue to bring together a growing community where ideas are shared openly\, questions are welcomed\, and real connections are built. \nThis is not a typical networking event — it’s an interactive and supportive space where everyone gets a chance to speak\, learn\, and connect. \nWhat to Expect: \n• Moderated by Sharique Javaid\, founder of Expat Launch Germany GmbH• Open discussions on business ideas\, freelancing\, and company setup• Insights into German systems (Freelance\, Gewerbe\, UG/GmbH)• Real-life experiences and challenges shared by participants \nSpecial Guests: \n• 2 surprise founder guests \nLocation: EineWeltHaus\, Schwanthalerstraße 80\, 80336 Munich\, Room U20\, (Google Maps) \nRegistration:  \nLoading…
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/founders-cafe-in-munich-may/
LOCATION:EineWeltHaus\, Schwanthalerstraße 80\, Munich\, 80336\, Germany
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SUMMARY:Founder’s Café in Berlin (May)
DESCRIPTION:Founder’s Café Berlin – Networking\, Business & Real Founder Conversations (May Edition) \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, 26 May 2026🕡 Time: 18:30 – 21:00📍 Location: Expat Launch Germany GmbH\, Machnower Str. 15\, 14165 Berlin (Google Maps) \nAfter the incredible energy and connections from our previous Founder’s Café sessions\, we are excited to bring a very special edition this May .. featuring both an expat founder and a German founder sharing practical insights\, honest experiences\, and answering difficult questions around starting and growing a business in Germany. \nThis month’s session will be moderated by Sharique Javaid\, founder of Expat Launch Germany GmbH\, alongside special guest Rebecca Eifried\, (click here for LinkedIn) Agile Startup & HR Consultant. Rebecca brings over 20 years of experience in Human Resources\, Leadership Development\, Agile HR\, Startup Consulting\, Empowerment Coaching\, and Organizational Development. She has worked with international companies including ZEISS\, Lidl\, Airbus\, Bottega Veneta\, and Saint Laurent Paris\, while also building and scaling her own businesses in Berlin. Her website http://ww.hr-nomad.com/ \nTogether\, Sharique and Rebecca combine: \n\nFounder experience from both expat and German perspectives\nOver a decade of corporate and leadership experience each\nPractical understanding of startups\, freelancing\, HR\, scaling teams\, and navigating German business culture\nReal-world insights into entrepreneurship\, mindset\, hiring\, networking\, and growth\n\nThis is not a formal seminar — it’s an interactive and supportive networking evening where participants can openly discuss ideas\, challenges\, fears\, opportunities\, and ask honest questions in a safe and welcoming environment. \nWhat to Expect:\n• Open Q&A around starting a business in Germany• Discussions on Freelancing\, Gewerbe\, UG/GmbH & scaling• HR\, hiring & leadership insights for startups and SMEs• Networking with founders\, freelancers\, students & professionals• Funding options for founders• Real stories from corporate life to entrepreneurship• Practical guidance from both German and expat perspectives• Coffee\, conversations & community vibes \nWhether you are just exploring your first idea\, recently started freelancing\, or already building your startup — this evening is designed to help you connect\, learn\, and grow together. \nLocation: Expat Launch Germany GmbH\, Machnower Str. 15\, 14165 Berlin (Google Maps) \nRegistration:  \nLoading…
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/founderscafeberlinmay/
LOCATION:Expat Launch Germany GmbH\, Machnower Str. 15\, Berlin\, Berlin\, 14165\, Germany
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SUMMARY:Founder’s Café Munich
DESCRIPTION:Founder’s Café Munich \nDate: Friday\, 17 July 2026Time: 7:00 – 9:30 \nDescription:Join us for our monthly Founder’s Café Munich\, a relaxed yet highly valuable meetup designed for expats\, founders\, freelancers\, and professionals exploring business opportunities in Germany. \nAfter the success of our previous sessions\, we continue to bring together a growing community where ideas are shared openly\, questions are welcomed\, and real connections are built. \nThis is not a typical networking event — it’s an interactive and supportive space where everyone gets a chance to speak\, learn\, and connect. \nWhat to Expect: \n• Moderated by Sharique Javaid (founder of Expat Launch Germany GmbH) & Kilian Schwiebacher (founder of Deepware GmbH)• Open discussions on business ideas\, freelancing\, and company setup• Insights into German systems (Freelance\, Gewerbe\, UG/GmbH)• Real-life experiences and challenges shared by participants \nSpecial Guests \nLocation: EineWeltHaus near Munich Central train station\nSchwanthalerstraße 80\, 80336 Munich\nClick on this link to register: http://luma.com/3ezj152k
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/founders-cafe-munich/
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SUMMARY:Founder’s Café in Berlin (July)
DESCRIPTION:Founder’s Café Berlin – Monthly Networking & Business Meetup (June Edition) \nDate: Tuesday\, 21 July 2026Time: 16:00 – 18:30 \nDescription:Join us for our monthly Founder’s Café Berlin\, a relaxed yet highly valuable meetup designed for expats\, founders\, freelancers\, and professionals exploring business opportunities in Germany. \nAfter the success of our previous sessions\, we continue to bring together a growing community where ideas are shared openly\, questions are welcomed\, and real connections are built. \nThis is not a typical networking event — it’s an interactive and supportive space where everyone gets a chance to speak\, learn\, and connect. \nWhat to Expect: \n• Moderated by Sharique Javaid\, founder of Expat Launch Germany GmbH• Open discussions on business ideas\, freelancing\, and company setup• Insights into German systems (Freelance\, Gewerbe\, UG/GmbH)• Real-life experiences and challenges shared by participants \nSpecial Guests: \n1. Saboor Ahmad ( Co-Founder at Definitiq AI ) Overhauling Customer Service within Hospitality with Voice Agentic AI.\n2. Alice Warkentin ( Founder at foodbegood.app ) Also part of EXIST Women 2025 & Pioneer Scholarship @ BeVisioneers.\n3. Yashvir C. ( Founder at Employed.World ) Fixing systemic issues in job market.\n4. Shruthi Balachandran ( Founder Hive Minds & CEO\, BEEING ) help B2B SaaS companies & startups build strong brands\, generate demand\, raise capital & scale revenue. \nLocation: WeWork – Kreuzberg\, Stresemannstraße 123\, 10963 Berlin\, Germany (Google Maps) \nRegistration:  \nClick on this link to register: https://luma.com/00xubm7j
URL:https://expatlaunch.de/event/founderscafeberlinjuly/
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