Meet the Professionals from the Central & Eastern European Region
Conference
Line-up
Aga Górka (Dusha, PL) / Alexander Vladimirov (Fonoteka Elektrika, BG) / Bianca Iulia Simion (Club Guesthouse, RO) / Bogdan Nita (Forward Agency, RO) / DJ MAX (IT) / Edin Skenderi (Lacuna, RS) / Gabija Liaugminaitė (Vilnius Night Office, LT) / Jan Nedvěd (Freshtracks Music, CZ) / Lene Ma Rue (Artist, EE) / Liliya Lazaryeva (CTS Records, UA) / Marius Onuc (Dance FM Romania, RO) / Razvan-Adrian Ailenei (Shatyr / MUZE Artists Union, RO) / Renske van Kollenburg (NL) / Sergio Mega (CTS Records, UA) / Stadiumx (HU) / Thea Zaitsev (Tier Music / Tier Music Publishing, EE) / Tomáš Kvasnička (MÄSOKOMBINÁT, SK) / Virtual Geisha (DJ, Creative Consultant & Founder, PL)
Meet the Professionals from the Central & Eastern European Region
Professionals: Alexander Vladimirov (Fonoteka Elektrika, BG), Bianca Iulia Simion (Club Guesthouse, RO), Edin Skenderi (Lacuna, RS), Gabija Liaugminaitė (Vilnius Night Office, LT), Jan Nedvěd (Freshtracks Music, CZ), Lene Ma Rue (Artist, EE), Liliya Lazaryeva (CTS Records, UA), Razvan-Adrian Ailenei (Shatyr / MUZE Artists Union, RO), Sergio Mega (CTS Records, UA), Stadiumx (HU), Thea Zaitsev (Tier Music / Tier Music Publishing, EE), Virtual Geisha (DJ, Creative Consultant & Founder, PL), Aga Górka (Dusha, PL), DJ MAX (Welcome To The Club, HR), Bogdan Nita (Forward Agency, RO), Tomáš Kvasnička (MÄSOKOMBINÁT, SK), Marius Onuc (Dance FM Romania, RO)
Host: Renske van Kollenburg (Event Moderator, Consultant/ Counselor)
Introducing the Meet the Professionals series – a supercharged networking experience right at the heart the newest ADE Pro location, The ADE Matchmaking Hub. “Meet the Professionals from the Central & Eastern European Region” allows Pro delegates to meet a curated group of professionals, unlocking unique opportunities for industry professionals boost their network.
This is an informal session, and anyone is welcome, but you will be expected and encouraged to move around the room and make yourself known to as many of the participating professionals as possible in this speed dating networking session. So prepare your pitch, be sure to be able to define your appeal and dive in! The session will start with an in-depth introduction of the professionals and conclude with one-on-one networking opportunities.
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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.
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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.
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✓ 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
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Our conferences are accessible for all ages in general. Do note that when alcoholic beverages are served, access can be denied.
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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.
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