Networking at DPW Amsterdam 2024

Braindates are designated into two group sizes: 1:1’s, and 1:4s small groups. No matter the size of the group, each Braindate is designed for you to share knowledge and network with fellow leaders during DPW Amsterdam. The goal is to help each other learn something new, find mentorships, create partnerships and exchange strategies.

There are two ways to participate in Braindates: First, you can join an existing Braindate on a topic that catches your attention. Or, you can create your own Braindate topic and allow other attendees to sign up and learn from you.There are limitations on how many Braindates you can create and book, so be strategic with your topic. Keep it non-commercial, non-salesy and more towards thought leadership.

You should plan on booking your Braindates before you arrive in Amsterdam.To get started, login to Braindate with the email you bought your ticket with and create a password. You’ll then notice the topic marketplace where you can post what you want to share or learn. We’ve already added a few Braindates to the platform that you can join!

We’ll have a Braindate networking lounge at the Beurs van Berlage, where you’ll meet your fellow attendees for your Braindate at your designated time.

No! Everyone has valuable knowledge and experiences to share – and we guarantee that someone will be excited to learn from you. Don’t hold back!

There are dedicated slots to Braindate during the conference each day. Try to fill this time with 1-2 Braindates per day as there’s minimal concurrent content during this time. 

Keep in mind we do have a strict, no pitch policy on Braindates and will flag any topic violations to be taken down.

There are limitations on how many Braindates you can create and book – be mindful that these are meant to be meetings and micro-sessions, so no pitches please.  

Note that other attendees may not always join your Braindate. Your topic has to be good! Timely, thought-leadership topics often perform the best. If you 1:1 or Group Braindates start to reach capacity, we’ll work with you then to try to increase your allotment.

Pre-booking meetings on Braindates is key. Start your networking now so that you can plan around the content and sponsors you want to meet on-site.

The Braindate lounge is located in exhibtion hall 2.