9others & Network News
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Wednesday 24th March 2021, 18:30 (UK) — details and sign-up here.
Wednesday 28th April 2021, 18:30 (UK) — details and sign-up here.
The above meals with 9others are hosted by Matthew and Katie in the UK but of course open to anyone and we’ve had people ‘Zoom’ in from the USA, Singapore and all over Europe. Please do join us. Donations go to OneFeedsTwo and to 9others in Yemen.
9 bits of news
Some news from people who have come along to the recent 9others online…
Unplugged, co-founded by Hector, is open for business! Now UK Covid restrictions have an end in sight Unplugged is taking booking again for those who want a few days away from Zoom.
Luxtra, founded by Jessica, is leading the way in sustainable fashion. The amazing bags, backpacks and wallets are made from pineapple, mango and cactus skin! Jessica also sells face masks, here.
Josh, whom Matthew and Katie have known since 2011, hosted his first meal with 9others in Taipei. As you can see here they were lucky enough to meet in person!
Grace used to work with Scape, which exited to Facebook, and has recently launched Holly Health, an app designed to be your personal coach, guiding you to achieve your long term goals (and helping you enjoy the journey to get there).
Neil continues to host 9others from Valencia and is always keen to connect with more good people in and around Spain and Portugal.
William, founder of InfoGrid, raised a whopping £10m Series A round led by North Zone (and he’s hiring, here).
Dave, founder of BuaFit, has had people burning of thousands of calories over thousands of hours via the online classes (and outdoors where allowed).
Ben, founder of Strabo, launched their app, which helps people who have multiple accounts in multiple countries manage their money more easily. Tell your expat friends.
And finally the above photograph shows entrepreneurs in Yemen, led by the remarkable Yusra, coming together to celebrate International Women’s Day this week. Yusra and the others discussed the challenges Yemeni women face and the opportunities they can help each other with. Just like any other 9others.