🏘 FOMO Berlin - Exclusive consumer dinner, boxing fitness class, and lululemon Store Visit in Mitte | 14.10 - 21.10

Weekly newsletter keeping you up to date on the coolest events for tech & culture in Berlin

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Cephas from FOMO
October 14, 2024

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Hey Berliners 🏘

Here it is—your favorite event newsletter 😘! Hope you're all doing well and pumped for another week packed with exciting events. But before we dive in, let’s join forces and back this petition: https://www.eu-inc.org. Let’s unite Europe’s startup scene and make waves together 🌍🤝! PS: The newsletter is quite long; you might need to expand it.

We have some exciting events coming up:

  • 19.10 (Sat) - FOMO Berlin x Lucky Punch powered by lululemon 🥊 | 10 am - 12 am: After the session, we’ll head over together to the lululemon store opening for some coffee—and maybe even a few surprises. But remember, you didn’t hear it from me 😚.

  • 26.10 (Sat) - FOMO Berlin x Lucky Punch powered by lululemon 🥊 | 10 am - 12 am: Join us for an energizing workout experience, boxing-inspired and powered by music, followed by brunch 🥐 in Berlin Mitte!

  • 29.10 (Tue) - Culinary Conversations - Consumer Insights: Vorwerk Ventures x FOMO Berlin 🍽 📱| 7 pm - 10:30 pm: This exclusive dinner brings together a handpicked group of 30 most forward-thinking founders, operators, and experts in the consumer space for an unforgettable evening of bold flavors and raw discussions. Register and let us know what you can bring to the table.

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FOMO Shout-Outs 📢 
FOMO Sponsor: Africa Impact Festival 🖤

We'll have a celebration of Africa in Berlin Oct 30-Nov 2.
- Discussing how to channel more investment to African startups
- Bringing top African startups to Berlin
- Peer learning & networking between African and European founders & stakeholders
- African music, culture & food - expanding from business to a celebration

Apply for the invite-only investor event here.
Or sign up for the open events here. 

Anyone interested in Africa personally or professionally is welcome.

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What did you FOMO last week 📸 ?

Here are some impressions from last week: ARRtist Summit & Afterparty, CIC Launch Event, Startbereit Launch Event, Exclusive Dinner with Cremanski & OMR Review, etc…

The FOMO Berlin week 💙 (14.10 - 21.10):
FOMO Top Picks of the Week 🔥

These are the events I would like to attend if I find the time:  

  • ANTI Launch Event 🎉🧘 | (free) Thursday, 5 pm: Consider yourself lucky—you’ve scored an invite to the launch of ANTI, Berlin's new health club crafted for those who live and breathe longevity. Register now at [email protected].

  • FOMO Berlin x Lucky Punch powered by lululemon 🥊 | Saturday, 10 am - 12 pm: Our next FOMO Event. Join us for an energizing workout experience, boxing-inspired and powered by music, in Berlin Mitte!

  • A Feast in Autumn: Reclaiming Narratives 🍽 🖼 | 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Get ready for an immersive dining experience that draws inspiration from Renaissance feasts. Guests will indulge in a delicious three-course fusion of Afro-centric and Mediterranean cuisine. The first 5 people get 20% off.

All-Day Events ☀️

  • 16.10: Product-Led Summit Berlin 💻 | (free) 8 am: Get in a room with product experts as they reveal case studies, best practices, and common challenges to help you get up-to-date with the latest industry trends.

  • 17.10: People & Culture Festival 👯 🎤 | 1(free) 10 am: Look forward to an exciting day of inspiring workshops, interesting keynotes and captivating panel discussions under the motto EDUCATION. TRANSFORMATION. ACTION.

  • 17. - 18.10: The Press Days 📰 | THE PRESS DAYS is a two-day event for representatives of the print and online media in Berlin. Media and fashion- & beauty professionals from all over Germany, Austria and Switzerland will join.

  • 17. - 18.10: Frontiers Health 🏥 | 2-day premier global health innovation event, with a strong focus on digital therapies, breakthrough technologies, healthcare transformation, investments, and ecosystem development.

  • 19. - 20.10: Mit VergnügungsPark | Mit Vergnügen 🎪 | The other popular city magazine next to FOMO Berlin invites you to the Colosseum. Workshops, readings, podcasts and live music will be the main attraction.

Tuesday 15th

  • Women's AI Breakfast 🥐🤖 | (free) 9 am - 11 am: What’s the secret to turning a bold idea into a successful company? What’s the most common mistake women in AI make when stepping into the founder role?

  • Partnership Leaders Meetup 🤝 | (free) 6 pm: Partnership Leaders members and their guests are invited to the member-led event meetup at Markthalle Neun for networking and fun!

  • M.STORIES Podcast Launch Event Berlin 🦸‍♀️🎙 | 6:30 pm - 10 pm: The M.STORIES likes to celebrate the launch with you and this with an exciting live podcast episode with Paula Lambert. Paula is Germany's best-known sex and relationship expert.

  • Scaling Beyond Seed: Series A Blueprint Launch 🗾🦄 | (free) 6:30 pm—10:30 pm: Join for a vibrant evening in Mitte. It's the perfect opportunity to learn from entrepreneurs who have 'been there, done that', meet other ambitious founders, and connect with leading European investors.

  • Unboxing The Future of Berlin as an international business hub 🎤 | (free) 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm: Beyond its reputation as an early-stage startup haven, is Berlin also a great place to grow your company and thrive? This question will be discussed with Lubomila, founder of Plan A & Greentech Alliance

  • International Short Film Festival Berlin 🍿| (free) 7 pm - The Roter Salon at Volksbühne invites you to a special preview event for the Interfilm Short Film Festival. Enjoy a drink while mingling with filmmakers, experts, and fellow film enthusiasts.

  • Sofar Sound concert @secret historic location in Prenzlauer Berg 🎙🎸| 7:30 pm: Sofar offers intimate, secret concerts in unusual locations where music lovers can experience new, often unknown artists up close in small groups.

Wednesday 17th

  • Brunch for Change 🍳 | (free) 9:30 - 11:00: This free brunch event brings together Berliners working to create a more resilient and adaptable urban environment and culture.

  • GenAI – A cybersecurity nightmare? 🤖 | (free) 4:45 pm - 8:30 pm: Join for a meetup on the critical intersection of cybersecurity and generative AI, with an emphasis on EU compliance requirements.

  • FutureTalk: Fund Your Future 💰🦄 | (free) 6:30 pm: Learn more about what really matters when raising capital and how to use the right financing strategy to maximize the success of startups.

  • Egg Freezing: Conversations & Crémant 🥚🥂 | 7:30 pm - 10 pm: Whether you're considering egg freezing for fertility preservation or simply curious about the process, this event is the perfect opportunity to learn more.

Thursday 17th

  • K.I.E.Z. Accelerator Demo Day 🎤🦄 | (free) 4 pm - 9 pm: Join for an electrifying event where visionary minds converge to present their cutting-edge projects, share insights gained during the Accelerator program, and explore the future of artificial intelligence.

  • ANTI Launch Event 🎉🧘 | (free) 5 pm: Consider yourself lucky—you’ve scored an invite to the launch of ANTI, Berlin's new health club crafted for those who live and breathe longevity. Register now at [email protected].

  • Women Thiriving - Celebrating World Menopause Day! 🍾🦸‍♀️ | ​(free) 5:30 pm - 8 pm: This years theme is dedicated to raising awareness about aging menopause and highlighting the empowering role of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

  • lululemon x Frederik Bille Brahe 🧘 | 6 pm - 11 pm: Bringing people together around World Mental Health Day for an evening of movement, connection, dinner, and most importantly—joy.

  • Big B2B Deals: Proven Strategies & Tactics for 6-Figure+ Sales 👨🏼‍💼 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm: Learn how to close big deals with proven strategies and tactics specifically designed for C-level sales executives. DM for free tickets, priority FOMO Insider reader.

  • Young VC Drinks @HTGF 🍻 🧑‍💼 | (free) 7 pm: ​Ready to turn up the heat on a crisp autumn evening? Join for hot drinks and relaxed networking. Escape the cold with a cozy atmosphere and great conversations among fellow VCs.

FOMO Upcoming Top Events & Opportunities (Sponsored) 🚨

  • FOMO Berlin x Lucky Punch powered by lululemon 🥊 | Oct. 19, 10 am - 12 am: Join us for an energizing workout experience, boxing-inspired and powered by music, in Berlin Mitte!

  • 2050: The "Good" AI symposium 🤖 | Oct. 22, 9 am - 6 pm:​ This interactive symposium provides space for diverse perspectives to share and contribute their unique voices to the responsible AI conversation. If you are FOMO Insider (paid) reader DM me for a free ticket. We are looking for people who are deeply in the AI industry. Use the code FOMOBERLIN for 20% discount.

  • Culinary Conversations - Consumer Insights: Vorwerk Ventures x FOMO Berlin 🍽 📱| Oct. 29, 7 pm - 10:30 pm: This exclusive dinner brings together a handpicked group of 30 most forward-thinking founders, operators, and experts in the consumer space for an unforgettable evening of bold flavors and raw discussions. Register and let us know what you can bring to the table

Friday 18th 
Saturday 19th

  • FOMO Berlin x Lucky Punch powered by lululemon 🥊 | 10 am - 12 am: Join us for an exhilarating, music-driven, boxing-inspired workout in Berlin Mitte! After the session, we’ll head over together to the lululemon store opening for some coffee—and maybe even a few surprises. But remember, you didn’t hear it from me 😚.

  • TEDxMitte—Move Closer 🎤 | 11 am - 5 pm: TEDxMitte brings together a community of thinkers, innovators, and change-makers. This time, it's happening in Berlin Mitte. We joined as a media partner and secured a 20% discount code: fomo-20.

  • A Feast in Autumn: Reclaiming Narratives 🍽 🖼 | 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Get ready for an immersive dining experience that draws inspiration from Renaissance feasts. Guests will indulge in a delicious three-course fusion of Afro-centric and Mediterranean cuisine. The first 5 people get 20% off.

  • Mühi Vernissage & Aperitivo 🖼🍷 | (free) 6 pm - 10 pm: Hannah Müller-Hillebran (Mühi), is a contemporary artist based in Berlin with 387k Insta followers. This is her first solo exhibition at the cherished gallery, Better Go South, located in the heart of Berlin Mitte.

  • femella Berlin Launch Event 🦸‍♀️ | (free) 6 pm - 10:30 pm: ​femella is an international non-profit association dedicated to fostering an inspiring global community of young and ambitious women.

  • Rhythm & Flow Dance Battle @Fotografiska 🕺 | 7 pm - 11 pm: Get ready for the ultimate ballroom takeover, where hip-hop passion collides with fierce competition in two electrifying dance battles.

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Sunday 20th

  • Laura Marling - Listening Event 🎤 | (free) 11 am: Grammy nominee Laura Marling returns with her eighth studio album 'Patterns in Repeat'. Join us for a special playback of 'Patterns in Repeat' and be the first in Berlin to hear Laura Marling's new album

  • Tatort @Neulich 🍺📺 | 8:15 pm: Every Sunday, the bar gets exciting! We turn on the projector and show the latest Tatort. Come along, grab a beer, and enjoy the crime classic on the big screen. Whether with your crew or solo, suspense is guaranteed!

  • Mahalla Fetzenmarkt 👘 | 19 - 20.10: The Fetzenmarkt offers an exciting weekend where everything revolves around fashion and looks. It creates an atmosphere and a supporting program that has the character of a festival.

Monday 21th
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