The Digital Collaborative was created to offer a "one stop shop" solution to help businesses from A to Z in digital marketing. We provide on-going digital training. Each member of The Digital Collaborative plays a vital role in teaching, training and supporting the development of our digital community.

Network together with other successful entrepreneurs in Columbus, Ohio as you learn to increase leads and conversions online using the same simple strategies the big brands use. We'll explore the strategies and how-to's behind effective internet marketing using WordPress, Content Marketing and SEO, Email Marketing, Video Marketing, Social Networking, Mobile Marketing and more.

The Digital Xchange is a place to hear from speakers and exchange thoughts and ideas about the digital space. The focus will be on the latest trends in digital marketing. Topics will include "all things digital" (e.g., social, location-based services, mobile). The cornerstone of the group is to better understand new and upcoming trends, marketing strategies, and measurement/evaluation of performance.

For web entrepreneurs, including those who want to create web videos--let's make the learning curve a little less steep and a lot more fun. Whether you are developing a site for your local business or for a national audience, you are welcome to come learn about what works. I'd love to meet other web entrepreneurs. I'm seeking both a national audience (co-author of 2 books for parents) and a local audience (BuyLocalLickingCounty.com, not live yet). I'm also working toward my license as a health a …

This Meetup was started to mutually benefit people and local independent restaurants. Everyone eats so it’s a great way to be social and make friends. We support our local restaurants and vendors by never booking at chains. We usually select the slowest night (TWT) for the restaurant and it works for us all. A ‘win-win’. Everyone is welcome! “Pull up a chair. Take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious.” ~ Ruth Reichl

The Dayton Entrepreneurs Meetup has been started to encourage and teach Dayton Entrepreneurs on how to use social media/social networking websites to grow and expand your business. Learn to use sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, and more. Develop the skills on how to drive traffic to your blog/website. Learn how effective blogging can build for your business and why people are drawn to them.

Crowdfunding Columbus is a community of creatives, micro-entrepreneurs, and micro-investors. Whether you're an indie band looking to fund the creation of your next album or a foodie looking for a way to fund the distribution of your fabulous blonde brownies Crowdfunding Columbus is a great resource. This group is for you if: You have a creative idea and you're looking for feedback. You are actively running a project on a crowdfunding site and you want to get the word out. You have heard about …

Would you love to learn more about mobile development? Or just want to know about up and coming mobile technologies? Being proactive about getting to know new technologies may give you a jumpstart over the competition. Join us to discuss new web applications, mobile web sites and even how you can get ahead of the curve. No worries, we will start at the basics and move slow. NOTE: This group is for beginners. Not much code talk here.

Love outdoor recreation in the Miami Valley? Love to spread the word about your favorite places to go biking, running, hiking or paddling and get your friends involved? Then Street Team is for you. Street Team is a volunteer group of Five Rivers MetroParks dedicated to promoting outdoor recreation events, programs, and facilities through actively participating in outdoor recreation events, and promoting MetroParks though poster distribution, social media, interacting with the public at outreach …

Nurses collaborating for entrepreneurial success and community outreach.  This group invites active and retired nurses, healthcare professionals, caregivers and anyone with heart who is interested in being part of a peer support network for building thriving and profitable businesses combined with a commitment to Biblical perspective and accountability.  Here are some possibilities: Create your own financial security from God's perspective. Seek intimacy with Jesus Christ. Develop & monetize yo …

Join us to meet and discuss the marketing ideas raised by Joe Polish & Dean Jackson in their ILoveMarketing.com podcast. For those not yet familiar with Dean & Joe, they are among the most successful marketers in business today. Having generated ten of millions of dollars in sales both personally & for their clients, they now record their wisdom in a free weekly podcast. Even if you're not interested in the meetup, the podcast is essential listening for anyone in business today. Check it out at …

This is a group for anyone that is interested in web consulting, web design, online marketing, search engine optimization, search engine technology, making money on the web, or just about anything that has to do with websites. The group is started for those that want to learn more or meet other people in this area active in the above mentioned activities. I started this group for individuals interested in the online market in Northern Kentucky. If you have an interest please contact or email me. …

This is an IBM sponsored Big Data meetup group.  Geared towards developers, data scientists and all Big Data enthusiasts, our meetups provide an opportunity to work hands on with the solutions and tools in our Big Data platform. Our Meetups typically include a 45-60 min (max) presentation that serves as an introduction and overview for a specific Big Data technology.  It is followed by ~3 hours to collaborate with fellow developers and apply your Big Data skills.  We provide a cloud environment …

This group is looking for people interested in discussing the following subjects: growth of the Columbus music industry, the nature of today's fluid musical economy, music business, music technology, social media strategies in the music industry, music marketing, band management, or any other music business related topic. We look forward to discussing the current trends of the industry with you! We will inevitably end up discussing various artists and their work, so please come with a positive …

This group is for creating and appreciating art. Whether you're 8 or 80, come and create something. Actually, you should probably be 21 or over. No judgement, this is a place for creativity. We aren't wrapping "art" in a definition, we only ask that you come willing to create. Painting, drawing, photography, mixed-media, stix, mud, rocks, human hair, whatever. This is a supportive community seeking simply to foster creativity from folks in all walks of life.

Calling all Tech Igniters! ... This group is for anyone interested in igniting more tech startups, especially those that are focused on a high-growth, high-value Silicon Valley model. We want to help cultivate and launch startup ideas across the board including Internet-based ventures, mobile apps, ecommerce sites, niche social networks and online communities, digital media content and programming, social and mobile games, clean energy, warp engines, beam-me-up technology ... and much more! ... …

We are a meetup devoted to the study of radical political theory and cultural criticism - socialism(s), world systems, critical theory/media analysis, prefigurative politics, utopian projects, liberation theology, critical pedagogy, or dot-communism - whatever people want to discuss. We meet regularly, alternating between socializing and study. Ideally, we'd like to balance theory and praxis, exploring concepts and how to use them in daily life. Examining how media manufactures its audience, or …

Figure drawing is an art fundamental, an activity that sharpens observational and compositional skills at every age and level of ability. The purpose of this group is to make regular, inexpensive figure drawing convenient for Loveland artists. Sessions will last three hours, with 2 1/2 hours of drawing and an informal group crit and socializing at the end. TIME Drawing sessions are the First Tuesday of the month. COST This session costs $15. MODELS It is my goal to have a wide range of mod …

What on earth will it take for all people to be able to thrive the world over?   Thrive the DVD and the website ThriveMovement.com answer that question. ThiveMovement Columbus Meetup provides a way for people interested in this movement to link up and help promote the movement's expansion. The group was formed March 25, 2012 and we are growing each month.  We're interested in the topics discussed in Thrive and are working to introduce others to the website and movie.

Welcome to the Ohio Fashion Meetup Group. Our mission is to cultivate a strong Ohio fashion community through collaboration, outreach, and entrepreneurship. Network with other local fashion industry insiders. Including retailers, stylists, designers, photographers, fashionistas, writers, bloggers, makeup artists, models, agents, and fashion media. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a newcomer, a student, own a business, freelance, or just love fashion; this group has much to offer and gain …

After years of watching and hoping for a video production group to be formed here....I got tired of waiting. I am operating on the assumption that given the right opportunity, video production enthusiasts, students, hobbyists, semi and full-fledged professionals would benefit by the opportunity to become part of an organized community to share ideas, talents, and resources to take their ambitions to the next level. Depending upon the level and type of initial interest and where the group chooses …

This group is for anyone who is concerned with web accessibility and accessible web and mobile design. We are a mixed group of seasoned accessibility professionals, UX, IX and other designers and developers. Our goal is to network, share ideas and experiences to make the World Wide Web and Mobile design more accessible, usable and sustainable. If you have ever wondered "HOW" to incorporate WCAG 2.0 or Section 508 standards in your development process, this group is for you! If you have ever wish …

Get together with affiliate marketers, entrepreneurs, and super affiliates in your area! Meetup202 is a casual gathering for affiliates to stay updated with the latest happenings in the industry and network with others. Discuss key strategies and share ideas in the affiliate marketing space, such as PPC, PPV, Media buys and Marketing tactics. These meetings provide food, drinks, internet access, and an opportunity to collaborate and associate with like minded individuals who are looking to meet …