This is a group that will feature weekly meetups at Starbucks in Culver City on weekends to discuss strategies and techniques, and to share software which facilitates getting around restrictions to SEO and SEM put forth by the Google Panda and Google Penguin initiatives. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_Penguin

This group is for software developers working with spatial or location enabled platforms. We aim to be platform and vendor neutral. Technologies we may discuss include: ESRI, Google Maps, Bing Maps, iPhone, the OSGeo stack, Open Street Map, SimpleGeo, and Social Location APIs from Foursquare, Gowalla, Brightkite, Twitter, Facebook, etc. All levels of developers are welcome, from seasoned GIS professionals to those new to geospatial or mobile location development. We are open to creative input …

This group is focused on learning any and all information about the latest social media technology that is emerging into our world. From basics such as Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin to new platforms such as Pinterest and Google+, there is plenty to learn.

You probably realize your small business needs some form of internet marketing, but no one can seem to explain to you how internet marketing works in plain english... After the great success in launching the San Diego version of this meetup group, I've decided to launch a group in the Los Angeles / Ventura County area as well. I WILL TEACH YOU TO DO INTERNET MARKETING ON YOUR BUSINESS YOURSELF This meetup group will be an ongoing series of workshops about how "non-techy" small business own …

Welcome to the one and only Santa Monica Beach Party Meet-Up! I created this group because I was always so jealous of large groups at the beach and wondered how they did it because managing your friends can be a huge pain in the ass! The 2012 Beach Party Season was a great success and I hope that the 2013 season rages even harder!That said, lets get right into it.  Getting to the beach on a weekend is always going to present its fair share of traffic and congestion so please plan accordingly. I' …

This is a new Wing Chun/Tsun meetup group in Southern California -- Monterey park! Wing Tsun, 詠春, is a Southern Chinese martial art originated over 300 years ago during the Qing dynasty. Wing Tusn is a "soft" style that does not counter force with force but instead recycles energy and employs a sophisticated method of response using trained reflexes. Chi-Sao ("sticky hands") training is used to develop and hone these reflexes to specific pressures or triggers so that they become automatic in re …

The LA Drupal community in and around Los Angeles, California, is one of the world's largest regional Drupal user groups. With regular Drupal trainings, monthly meetings and social gatherings, LA Drupal is Southern California's hub for all things Drupal. LA Drupal is also the producer of the annual DrupalCamp LA conference, the largest independent Drupal event in the world for three years running. This is our meetup.com site. We also have an online presense elsewhere: via Twitter at @ladrupa …

Taking Los Angeles by the curves! We’re not talking Mulholland Drive or Highway 1. Curvy Yoga Los Angeles is focused on bringing yoga to rounder and thicker bodies: there are now yoga classes specifically designed with your needs in mind. And though Cirque du Soliel is amazing, contortionism isn’t a focus in our classes. We will be building flexibility and strength through gentle movement and alignment. These classes are open and engaging for people of all shapes, sizes, ages and abilities. The …

Feeling inspired?Create it. Got Spare Parts? Build it. Have an idea? Launch it Find out what is new and exciting in the tech world. See product demos from industry leaders and hear their stories. The tech is out there, so utilize it and find your team to create the next innovation. Join us and connect the different tech communities into an immersive experience. diy          web                         H MAKErs - TECHnology - Mobile APPlication E N If you are interested in gadgets, gamificatio …

IMPROVE SKILLS FOR PUBLIC SPEAKING! Fear of speaking in public ranks higher than fear of dying. Mark Twain said “There are two kinds of speakers – those that are nervous and those that are liars”! Conquer the presentation jitters by joining Toastmasters, a non-profit group helping millions since it was founded in 1924. We meet every Wednesday: 11am (prompt).  Meeting concludes at 12pm.  Visitors are always welcome! Where:  Pregerson Technical Facility, 12000 Vista del Mar, Conf. Room 230a, Playa …

This is the west coast branch of the Web and Social Media Analytics group, the original started in 2008 in Chicago (http://www.meetup.com/chicagowebanalytics) Meet other professionals interested in all aspects of Web and Social Media Analytics. We gather 1-2 times a month to discuss key and upcoming web, search, BI, sentiment analysis, reporting and predictive analytics software (Web Trends, Google Analytics, Net Insight, BrandMeter, Radian6, SM2, ViralHeat, GeeYee, Omniture, etc.) Open to anyo …

This Meetup group, Social Mi Los Angeles, will be a very exciting one to be a part of. Our group will be composed of C-level executives of startups and members of highly established Web based organizations like Google, Facebook, Yahoo and more. The group is here to grow, help each other out, and even do business together. Our events will consist of keynote speakers, startup presentations, group brainstorming sessions, networking, food, and a in general having a good time. We like to focus more o …

Clear out the old and step into the new with advanced techniques for transforming your life with this gorgeous view overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, while basking in bliss and absorbing the sunset rays of light while we unwind into a peaceful state of mind. What you will receive: Practical tools to create abundance, self-love, and fulfilling relationships Individualized hands-on Oneness Blessing* to open energy centers Transform limiting beliefs that hold you back from achieving your lif …

FounderPanel events are panel discussions with the top technology/business founders who teach entrepreneurs actionable skills to scale their startups into successful companies. Sponsored by: OSURV, AMBORSE, DATAPOP & BLANKSPACES Twitter: @FounderPanel Facebook: Facebook.com/FounderPanel SOLD OUT 06/05/2013: The CFO Role (5) Panelists SOLD OUT 03/21/2013: Branding Your Company (5) Panelists SOLD OUT 01/31/2013: Pivoting Your Startup (4) Panelists SOLD OUT 11/28/2012: Surviving Year 1 (9) Paneli …

We are happy to be hosting meetups in the LA area. We will be doing presentations on various Cordova/PhoneGap, HTML5, Adobe AIR and mobile development related topics that the group shows interest in. Meet other mobile developers, the best tool for quickly building mobile applications for iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, Palm, iPad, Windows Phone 7, and Symbian. If you’re an entrepreneur looking to build a mobile application, or a web developer who wants to build mobile applications in HTML and JavaS …

2013 is here and AR is beginning to hit the main stream.  Google Glass is in the pipeline with developer hackathons at the end of January/Early Feb.  Augmented World Expo (AWE) has become a destination developer conference and will (apparently?) undergo a rebranding due to its popularity.  The commercial AR development suites (Vuforia, Layar, Metaio, Total Immersion, String, et al) have thousands of registered developers around the world.  And it turns out, the greater Los Angeles area, and Sout …

The purpose of this group is to meet like minded people who enjoy celebrating a Healthy Sustainable Life together while enjoying delicious, beautiful, healthy Raw Foods.  I also work very hard on providing discounts to members from socal organic product/service providers that may be found on: http://www.wix.com/rawbeautyfood/home All are invited to join us in expanding their horizons learning more about raw good, sustainable living, community gardening, farming, composting, yoga, meditation, ex …

...when google searches just aren't enough! PCOS has proven itself to be one of the must frustrating, common, yet mysterious women's health issues out there. This group is loosely intended for newbies to the PCOS club looking for support and info, but all are welcome.  Let's get together and share personal stories, exchange information on the best physicians/endocrinologists out there, and remember that we're not alone. PCOS sucks. Big time. Let's talk about it!

Do you want to feel good and improve the quality of your life, meeting likeminded people in the process? Do you enjoy reading books about Mind, Body and Spirit? Would you like to empower yourself with a proven, practical approach to life? Whether you're a beginner or have more experience with the Law of Attraction philosophy, the Law of Attraction Centre is perfect for you. The Law of Attraction Centre, first established in London, UK in 2003, is the largest and most talked about Law of Attracti …

We are the most loved and popular group of Indian Adventurers of San Francisco Bay Area. We are opening this group to the Desi / Indians of Los Angles area and for our formers members of SF Bay Area group (who got relocated to LA). Please note that, this is a group for community from community. So, you help is highly appreciated. If you want to help us, volunteer in any of our activity, or want to be event organizer in our group, please drop a mail the Organizer, and we will take it from there. …

We meet in person & on-line on Google Hangouts: Inspired by: Dave Ramsey, Financial Peace University, Suze Orman, Warren Buffet, Charles Munger, Robert Kiyosaki, Crown Financial Ministries & Creative Wealth  International. We are creating communities which share, discuss, & support families & individuals to achieve their vision of financial freedom. What we believe in: Taking charge of your financial future Education On-going support with like minded people Taking action Community What we don't …

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN! YOU CAN VISIT US ANY DAY WE MEET OR YOU MAY CHOOSE TO ENROLL IN OUR ONGOING INTRODUCTORY CLASSES THAT ARE USUALLY HELD ONCE A WEEK. WE ALSO MEET FOR SOCIAL EVENTS AND ANYONE IS MORE THEN WELCOME TO JOIN US JUST FOR SUCH GATHERINGS. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO CHARGE FOR VISITING OR LEARNING WITH US. WE STRONGLY SUPPORT THE FACT THAT SPIRITUALITY IS OPEN TO EVERYONE AND THERE IS NO PRICE ATTACHED TO IT. NO MATTER HOW OR HOW OFTEN YOU DECIDE TO JOIN US, WE ARE ALWAYS OPEN T …

Learn to drive more traffic to your website with internet marketing methods and SEO that work! This group is for marketers and business owners who want to learn to drive more targeted traffic to their website, increase their sales. Im planning to have free webinars online or meetings in the LA area. I also have lots of experience organizing groups here on Meetup, since 2005. You can visit my other group: http://sfyavip.com

At KidsCanCode we make computers fun! By looking "under the hood," kids learn that a computer is a powerful tool - one they can use to create amazing projects of their own. Imagine building your own website, creating a video game, or wow-ing your teacher with an amazing science project. Our classes lay the foundation for a positive relationship with technology. Benefits of learning programming We are surrounded by technology, and every single piece of technology, from your smartphone to the car …

TV and Social Media promise to be the most powerful trend in media. We examine all the trends, opportunities and issue relating to the "new convergence."

I'm committed to Getting that smokin' hot bod for the NEW YEAR together with YOU! $30 buy-in to compete for Best Before/After pic and most weight change in the 6 challenge weeks. Money goes directly into the prize pot and over the 6 week period, we will teach you how to get incredible, sustainable health results. Are you ready to make a change? You deserve this! Contact me ASAP to get involved. Challenge will be run online via social media including Facebook and Google Hangouts. Melissa Healt …

Space... It's Closer Than You Think® brought to you by 62MileClub A series of conversations and networking regarding the upcoming renaissance in the space industry. Participation in this group is open to: - Non-space Professionals and Entrepreneurs who would like to learn more about what is 'New Space.'* & - Space industry professionals of all types. On October 4, 2004 a private group led by aerospace engineer Burt Rutan with financial support by Paul Allen (co-founder of Microsoft) completed a …

StartupMonthly is a seed fund and an on-going startup accelerator in San Francisco providing a global ecosystem of resources, tools and mentors for early-stage startups. Startups accepted to the accelerator will get up to $300K initial investment. During our on-going mentorship program in our offices in San Francisco we will work with you to quickly build and release the right minimum viable product, analyze customer engagement and metrics, and then react and iterate accordingly. We will become …