We're thrilled to share the full lineup of speakers and session details for BASE Conference 2024, which will be held on October 25th at the Social Impact Factory in Amsterdam. This year's theme, "Connect, Collaborate, and Scale: Creating Impact Through Values," will feature dynamic talks and workshops designed to help you grow your business through a values-driven approach.
🎤 Meet Our Key Speakers & Session Highlights
This year's BASE Conference will feature industry leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators from diverse fields, ready to share actionable insights and real-world experiences on how to build businesses based on collaboration, innovation and sustainability.
Plenary Sessions
14:30 - 14:45 | Opening Remarks
Speakers: Sofia Mourato & Veronica Guguian
Kick off the day with inspiring remarks to set the stage for a value-driven conference.
14:45 - 15:15 | Plenary 1: Lana Jelenjev
Topic: From the Golden Rule to the Platinum Rule: The Importance of Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Learn from Lana Jelenjev about fostering inclusivity and neurodiversity to create a stronger workplace culture.
15:20 - 15:50 | Plenary 2: Nour Shabaan
Topic: Build & Sell: How to get your first $1M exit- from someone who actually did it
Entrepreneur Nour Shabaan will share the key steps that led to his successful exit and lessons for scaling your business.
Focused Pillar Sessions
After the plenaries, dive deeper into BASE's four pillars: Build, Advance, Sustain and Elevate. Here's what you can expect:
Pillar: Build | Together We Are Stronger
16:00 - 16:45 | Panel Discussion: Build a Working Environment Based on Values You Believe In
Speakers: Lisa Dempsey (Moderator), Blanca Guzman, Shea Harty
Learn from experts about cultivating a values-based work environment for long-term success.
16:50 - 17:35 | Workshop: Why and How to Incorporate Values in Your Everyday Communication
Speaker: Tara Phillips
Discover how to ensure your communication reflects your business's core values every day.
Pillar: Advance | Provide a Different Perspective
16:00 - 16:45 | Masterclass: Community to Cash: How to Build a Community Business with Profitable and Recurring Revenues
Speaker: Marcel Wijermars
Learn how to turn your community into a revenue-generating engine.
16:50 - 17:35 | Workshop: Create a Marketing Strategy Based on Your Values
Speaker: Veronica Guguian, Evelina Kvartunaite
Gain actionable insights on building a marketing strategy that aligns with your core values.
Pillar: Sustain | Discover the Difference
16:00 - 16:45 | Workshop: How to Use Leverage to Unlock the Power of Sustainability for Business Success
Speaker: Maite Ibarretxe
Understand how sustainability can be your competitive advantage.
16:50 - 17:35 | Panel Discussion: How Purpose Drives Your Business Growth
Speakers: Michael H. Knulst (Moderator), Zoe Zeitler
Explore how sustainability and growth can go hand-in-hand for future success.
Pillar: Elevate | Always Be Curious
16:00 - 16:45 | Masterclass: You Are What You Tech
Speaker: Dror Yaron
Learn how to leverage technology for business innovation while staying true to your values.
16:50 - 17:35 | Panel Discussion: How to Implement AI for Small Businesses While Staying True to Your Values
Speakers: AI Meetup Experts
Discuss how small businesses can adopt AI while maintaining their ethical and value-based approach.
Closing & Networking
17:40 - 18:00 | Closing Remarks
Speakers: Veronica & Sofia
Recap the day with inspiring closing remarks to solidify the key takeaways from the event.
18:00 Onwards | Networking
Connect with fellow attendees and speakers during a 2-hour networking session. Engage in fun activities like Lego Play with Julia Jelinska (Build Pillar), or explore "How Can You Feel Your Values?" with Frank van den Horst.
This year's BASE Conference offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you grow your business in a way that aligns with your values. If you haven't bought your ticket yet, we still have some left.
You can get it here.