Beats - Meet the Pros
Conference
Line-up
Aijda Farag Saad (Artist Manager, NL) / Amier Kalaeli (Paperchase, NL) / Anely Felicia (Paperchase, NL) / Daniel de Keizer (Eighty5ive, NL) / Felicia Diepstraten (7Fest, NL) / Ferra Drenthe (Artist management, A&R and music marketing, NL) / Gillian Landbrug (CTM Publishing, NL) / Hanneke de Jonge (MOJO, NL) / Kareem Gazuani (Emoves, NL) / Lorenzo Jonathas (RMTAINMENT, NL) / Maria Sanchez Garcia (PAARD, NL) / Melanie Esther van Eunen (Melanie Esther, NL) / Milan van Houten (Armada Music Publishing, NL) / Nina de Bie (Paradiso, NL) / Sanaz Rastad (Next To Agency, NL) / Tessaly Felida (MOJO, NL)
Beats - Meet the Pros
Pros: Sanaz Rastad (Booking Agent, Next To Agency), Melanie Esther van Eunen (Artist Branding and Social Media Coach, Melanie Esther), Lorenzo Jonathas (Artist manager, consultant and marketeer, RMTAINMENT), Maria Sanchez Garcia (Music programmer, PAARD), Milan van Houten (Creative & catalog manager, Armada Music Publishing), Kareem Gazuani (Talent developer, Emoves), Ferra Drenthe (Artist management, A&R and music marketing), Tessaly Felida (Booking Agent, MOJO), Aijda Farag Saad (Artist manager, DOT Management), Gillian Landbrug (A&R Manager, CTM Publishing), Anely Felicia (Brand manager, A&R, Paperchase), Amier Kalaeli (Label Manager, artist manager, Paperchase), Felicia Diepstraten (Music programmer, 7Fest), Daniel de Keizer (Owner, Eighty5ive), Nina de Bie (Artist Booker, Paradiso)
In our 'Meet the Pros' sessions, part of the Saturday Beats program, delegates have the opportunity to discuss their music, projects, and other industry-related questions with key professionals. These sessions have been instrumental in previous editions, where talents made breakthrough connections that advanced their careers, and industry professionals expanded their networks. Plan ahead, arrive early, and let's build together!
- 11:15 - 11:30 - Walk in
- 11:30 - 13:00 - Speed dates
Conference FAQ
ADE PRO
Join us at the Felix Meritis for the full ADE Pro programme. The conference is set to be extended by an additional day, taking place from ADE Wednesday to Saturday. Just down the road the prestigious Andaz Amsterdam by Hyatt Hotels is transformed to a buzzing network & business hub from Wednesday to Friday.
ADE LAB
ADE Lab returns with a four-day programme from ADE Wednesday to Saturday at the Brakke grond and many more venues around the Amsterdam Nes area.
We do not sell ADE Conference only or Day Passes. The only way to get access to the ADE Pro Conference is the ADE Pro Pass.
Tickets for the specialist sessions and ADE Lab can be found on the ticket page.
✓ Valid all 5 days of ADE
✓ Access to all conference tracks: ADE Pro, Lab, Green, Beats & more
✓ Access to all Network events, matchmakings & Business Hubs
✓ Access to ADE Pro's networking database
✓ Access to ADE Festival and Arts & Culture program
✓ The official ADE x G-Star RAW 2024 Bagpack
✓ Travel for free during ADE with GVB
✓ Train like a Pro with TrainMore
and more benefits ...
Read more about the ADE Pro Pass and other tickets.
Our conferences are accessible for all ages in general. Do note that when alcoholic beverages are served, access can be denied.
Happy to see your interest in enhancing and contributing to our Conference program! To submit your conference ideas or panel suggestions for ADE 2025, we kindly ask you to fill in this form: https://wkf.ms/4gUA9oW
Our Conference team will review all proposals. If your idea stands out and sparks their interest, the team will reach out to you. Keep in mind that we receive numerous submissions, so using this application form doesn't guarantee selection. We appreciate your understanding.
Info & Ticket Desks for picking up your personal ADE Pro Pass badge & wristband
Felix Meritis (outside)
Address: Keizersgracht 324, 1016EZ Amsterdam
Tuesday October 15: 16:00 to 20:00
Wednesday October 16: 09:00 to 19:00
Thursday October 17: 08:30 to 19:00
Friday October 18: 08:30 to 19:00
Saturday October 19: 10:00 to 19:00
Sunday October 20: CLOSED
~ The best location for collecting your accreditation when you want to visit the ADE Pro Conference.
I Amsterdam Store - Central Station
Address: De Ruijterkade 28 B t/m D, 1012 AA Amsterdam.
Tuesday October 15: 14:00 to 18:30
Wednesday October 16: 09:00 to 18:30
Thursday October 17: 09:00 to 18:30
Friday October 18: 09:00 to 18:30
Saturday October 19: 09:00 to 18:30
Sunday October 20: 09:00 to 18:30
~ This Info & Ticket desk is the most convenient location for people who'd like to pick up their accreditation right after arriving in Amsterdam.
Het Groene Paleis
Address: Nes 76, 1012KE Amsterdam
Tuesday October 15: CLOSED
Wednesday October 16: 18:00 to 22:00
Thursday October 17: 18:00 to 22:00
Friday October 18: 18:00 to 22:00
Saturday October 19: 18:00 to 20:00
Sunday October 20: CLOSED
~ Evening pick-up desk for ADE Pro Passes.
NOTE
Please be aware that your E-ticket is strictly personal and non-transferable. It is mandatory to show your ID/passport during pick-up. Your items cannot be picked up by someone else.
Also, don’t forget to complete your profile details before ADE, to make sure we have the right information to prepare your personal badge.
Haven't received your ticket(s) or cannot find them? You can easily find them by following the steps on this page.
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