24 April 2026
BeCentral, Brussels
ABOUT
ABOUT
ABOUT
Career Growth Festival is not another passive conference.
It’s an immersive, experiential, high-ROI learning environment built for professionals who want to elevate their career strategy, leadership capacity, and wellbeing.
Through bold conversations, hands-on workshops, and future-of-work insights, the festival blends coaching, innovation, and community in one compelling day.
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WHAT'S ON
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What to expect
A high-impact, one-day festival for ambitious professionals, leaders, and organisations shaping the future of work.
Career Conversations
Honest, unfiltered conversations with founders, executives, and innovators sharing real career journeys, the wins, the pivots, and the lessons that shaped them.
Target Audience: Professionals seeking insight, inspiration, and real-world perspective.
Career Conversations
Honest, unfiltered conversations with founders, executives, and innovators sharing real career journeys, the wins, the pivots, and the lessons that shaped them.
Target Audience: Professionals seeking insight, inspiration, and real-world perspective.
Career Conversations
Honest, unfiltered conversations with founders, executives, and innovators sharing real career journeys, the wins, the pivots, and the lessons that shaped them.
Target Audience: Professionals seeking insight, inspiration, and real-world perspective.
Career Compass
Interactive, hands-on professional development workshops designed to build practical skills you can apply immediately, from strategic career planning and executive presence to productivity and communication.
Target Audience: Professionals ready to level up their skills and accelerate growth.
Career Compass
Interactive, hands-on professional development workshops designed to build practical skills you can apply immediately, from strategic career planning and executive presence to productivity and communication.
Target Audience: Professionals ready to level up their skills and accelerate growth.
Career Compass
Interactive, hands-on professional development workshops designed to build practical skills you can apply immediately, from strategic career planning and executive presence to productivity and communication.
Target Audience: Professionals ready to level up their skills and accelerate growth.
Career Catalyst
Future of Work, Leadership & AI Talks
Forward-thinking sessions focused on leadership evolution, workplace culture, AI integration, and the human skills that will define tomorrow’s workforce.
Target Audience: Professionals who want to stay competitive and future-ready.
Career Catalyst
Future of Work, Leadership & AI Talks
Forward-thinking sessions focused on leadership evolution, workplace culture, AI integration, and the human skills that will define tomorrow’s workforce.
Target Audience: Professionals who want to stay competitive and future-ready.
Career Catalyst
Future of Work, Leadership & AI Talks
Forward-thinking sessions focused on leadership evolution, workplace culture, AI integration, and the human skills that will define tomorrow’s workforce.
Target Audience: Professionals who want to stay competitive and future-ready.
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WHAT'S ON
WHAT'S ON
WHAT'S ON
Who Is This Festival For?
If you’re committed to growth, you belong here.
Who Is This Festival For?
Leaders & Managers
people strategy, communication, coaching culture.
VIP Executives
curated masterclasses, strategic sessions, private roundtables.
Mid-career Professionals
clarity, reinvention, next steps.
Students & Early Career Talent
direction, confidence, network.
Entrepreneurs & Founders
leadership, culture, resilience.
HR, L&D, People Teams
insights, tools, frameworks, benchmarking.
Who Is This Festival For?
Entrepreneurs & Founders
leadership, culture, resilience.
Students & Early Career Talent
direction, confidence, network.
VIP Executives
curated masterclasses, strategic sessions, private roundtables.
Mid-career Professionals
clarity, reinvention, next steps.
Leaders & Managers
people strategy, communication, coaching culture.
HR, L&D, People Teams
insights, tools, frameworks, benchmarking.
Who Is This Festival For?
Mid-career Professionals
clarity, reinvention, next steps.
Entrepreneurs & Founders
leadership, culture, resilience.
Leaders & Managers
people strategy, communication, coaching culture.
Students & Early Career Talent
direction, confidence, network.
HR, L&D, People Teams
insights, tools, frameworks, benchmarking.
VIP Executives
curated masterclasses, strategic sessions, private roundtables.
Keynote speakers
Hear from some of the best minds across technology and sustainability.
Keynote speakers
Hear from some of the best minds across technology and sustainability.
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
Chrysanthi Vazitari
Career Growth Festival
Founder
Chrysanthi Vazitari
Career Growth Festival
Founder
Chrysanthi Vazitari
Career Growth Festival
Founder
Viridiana Alverde
Career Growth Festival
Event & Communications Manager
Viridiana Alverde
Career Growth Festival
Event & Communications Manager
Viridiana Alverde
Career Growth Festival
Event & Communications Manager
24 April 2026
24 April 2026
24 April 2026
Agenda
Career Growth Festival
Career Growth Festival
Morning
Auditorium
Opening Key Note Speech
AI Literacy for Future Skills
Burnout Prevention Lab - Workaholism
Nervous System Reset Exercises
AI in HR & Management Performance
The EU AI Act: what companies need to know
The Lab
VIP Breakfast Roundtable
Ikig-AI
Career Clarity Series
Nutritions on Productivity
Linkedin & CV glow up
coming more
The Playground
Influence Without the Ick: Networking & Selling for People Who Hate Both
Strumming for Self-Leadership: Exploring Inner Development Goals Through Music
Voice Activation (VIP)
Afternoon
Auditorium
The Art of Listening: Presence, Power & Real Connection
Beyond Polite DEI: Men’s Mental Health, Generational Friction & Real Inclusion
Build your Personal Brand
Leading AI transofrmation without losing people
Closing Marks
The Lab
Leading through better Questions
Entrepreneurs, Unfiltered: What No One Tells You About Building a Business
The Playground
Facilitating for Impact: Skills Building with LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®
Networking
Drinks & Party
Music & Networking
Morning
Auditorium
Opening Key Note Speech
AI Literacy for Future Skills
Burnout Prevention Lab - Workaholism
Nervous System Reset Exercises
AI in HR & Management Performance
The EU AI Act: what companies need to know
The Lab
VIP Breakfast Roundtable
Ikig-AI
Career Clarity Series
Nutritions on Productivity
Linkedin & CV glow up
coming more
The Playground
Influence Without the Ick: Networking & Selling for People Who Hate Both
Strumming for Self-Leadership: Exploring Inner Development Goals Through Music
Voice Activation (VIP)
Afternoon
Auditorium
The Art of Listening: Presence, Power & Real Connection
Beyond Polite DEI: Men’s Mental Health, Generational Friction & Real Inclusion
Build your Personal Brand
Leading AI transofrmation without losing people
Closing Marks
The Lab
Leading through better Questions
Entrepreneurs, Unfiltered: What No One Tells You About Building a Business
The Playground
Facilitating for Impact: Skills Building with LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®
Networking
Drinks & Party
Music & Networking
Morning
Auditorium
Opening Key Note Speech
AI Literacy for Future Skills
Burnout Prevention Lab - Workaholism
Nervous System Reset Exercises
AI in HR & Management Performance
The EU AI Act: what companies need to know
The Lab
VIP Breakfast Roundtable
Ikig-AI
Career Clarity Series
Nutritions on Productivity
Linkedin & CV glow up
coming more
The Playground
Influence Without the Ick: Networking & Selling for People Who Hate Both
Strumming for Self-Leadership: Exploring Inner Development Goals Through Music
Voice Activation (VIP)
Afternoon
Auditorium
The Art of Listening: Presence, Power & Real Connection
Beyond Polite DEI: Men’s Mental Health, Generational Friction & Real Inclusion
Build your Personal Brand
Leading AI transofrmation without losing people
Closing Marks
The Lab
Leading through better Questions
Entrepreneurs, Unfiltered: What No One Tells You About Building a Business
The Playground
Facilitating for Impact: Skills Building with LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®
Networking
Drinks & Party
Music & Networking
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
The event was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, topics, interactive slides, opportunities to learn from each other and share experiences.
Marius
Junior Product Manager
I enjoyed seeing people letting go of their vulnerability and despite and after that feeling inspired and more motivated, thanks to the safe place where to leave your real needs coming out.
Jennifer
Manager
"I absolutely loved the diverse range of topics discussed! 10 out of 10. Inspiring speakers and honest sound advice. I had so much to reflect on and the workbook was a lovely touch! Helped me organize what I had learned and write doing actionable points. Thank you for an amazing event :)"
Nathan
Lead Senior Manager
PRICING
PRICING
PRICING
Get tickets
Career Growth Festival is guaranteed to sell out; register early and benefit from early bird pricing and to save a spot in the most FUN, INTERACTIVE & EDUCATION event.
General Admission
€140
€170
Enjoy the Career Growth Festival experience:
Keynotes and networking
Access to your selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
limited tickets avaialble
General Admission
€140
€170
Enjoy the Career Growth Festival experience:
Keynotes and networking
Access to your selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
limited tickets avaialble
General Admission
€140
€170
Enjoy the Career Growth Festival experience:
Keynotes and networking
Access to your selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
limited tickets avaialble
Corporate Bundle
€1300
€1700
General Admission for 10 team members:
Keynotes and networking
Access to their selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
Limited spots
Corporate Bundle
€1300
€1700
General Admission for 10 team members:
Keynotes and networking
Access to their selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
Limited spots
Corporate Bundle
€1300
€1700
General Admission for 10 team members:
Keynotes and networking
Access to their selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
Limited spots
VIP Access
€280
Everything from General Admission plus:
Executive Breakfast Roundtable
Closed Workshop
Priority seating at keynotes
60' Strategy/Coaching Follow up
Special "perks" & benefits
You do not want to miss this
VIP Access
€280
Everything from General Admission plus:
Executive Breakfast Roundtable
Closed Workshop
Priority seating at keynotes
60' Strategy/Coaching Follow up
Special "perks" & benefits
You do not want to miss this
VIP Access
€280
Everything from General Admission plus:
Executive Breakfast Roundtable
Closed Workshop
Priority seating at keynotes
60' Strategy/Coaching Follow up
Special "perks" & benefits
You do not want to miss this
Student Admission
€90
€170
Enjoy the Career Growth Festival experience:
Keynotes and networking
Access to your selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
Limited spots
Student Admission
€90
€170
Enjoy the Career Growth Festival experience:
Keynotes and networking
Access to your selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
Limited spots
Student Admission
€90
€170
Enjoy the Career Growth Festival experience:
Keynotes and networking
Access to your selected workshops
Post-event debrief & gifts
Closing Ceremony
Limited spots
SPONSORS
SPONSORS
SPONSORS
Our Partners in Crime and our Sponsors in Growth
Become a sponsor
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
Still got questions? Feel free to reach out. We're happy to help.
Who is Career Growth Festival for?
Career Growth Festival is designed for ambitious professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and people teams who want to grow with clarity, resilience, and impact. Whether you are advancing your career, leading teams, or building an organisation, the festival offers practical insights, relevant tools, and high-quality connections to support sustainable, future-ready growth.
Where is the event taking place?
The Career Growth Festival will be held in BeCentral, Brussels. BeCentral is a vibrant entrepreneurship hub in the heart of Brussels. With state-of-the-art rooms and a community-driven atmosphere, it's the ideal environment for exploration, connection, and growth.
Will there be virtual access or recordings?
Yes. While we believe in the power of in-person connection, keynotes and selected sessions will be recorded and made available to all attendees after the event.
Can I switch between tracks and sessions?
Yes — with one important condition. To ensure high-quality experiences and psychological safety, some workshops and roundtables have limited capacity. You will be asked to preselect your sessions in advance once the agenda is finalised. That said, you are not locked in forever: You may change your session selection subject to availability Plenary talks in the Auditorium remain open to all attendees On the day, our team will support last-minute changes where capacity allows This approach protects depth, interaction, and overall experience quality.
Can this festival be covered by my employer as professional training?
In most cases, yes. Career Growth Festival qualifies as professional development and continuous learning, covering areas such as: Leadership and people management Career strategy and employability Wellbeing and burnout prevention Diversity, inclusion, and organisational culture Communication, collaboration, and future-of-work skills We provide: A formal invoice A clear programme outline A certificate of attendance upon request Many participants attend using training budgets, learning allowances, or personal development funds. If your employer needs additional information, we’re happy to support the request.
How can I make the most of networking opportunities?
Career Growth Festival offers curated meetups, interest-based breakout groups, and a custom app to connect with other attendees. We’ll also share networking tips and session guides ahead of time to help you plan your experience.
Who is Career Growth Festival for?
Career Growth Festival is designed for ambitious professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and people teams who want to grow with clarity, resilience, and impact. Whether you are advancing your career, leading teams, or building an organisation, the festival offers practical insights, relevant tools, and high-quality connections to support sustainable, future-ready growth.
Where is the event taking place?
The Career Growth Festival will be held in BeCentral, Brussels. BeCentral is a vibrant entrepreneurship hub in the heart of Brussels. With state-of-the-art rooms and a community-driven atmosphere, it's the ideal environment for exploration, connection, and growth.
Will there be virtual access or recordings?
Yes. While we believe in the power of in-person connection, keynotes and selected sessions will be recorded and made available to all attendees after the event.
Can I switch between tracks and sessions?
Yes — with one important condition. To ensure high-quality experiences and psychological safety, some workshops and roundtables have limited capacity. You will be asked to preselect your sessions in advance once the agenda is finalised. That said, you are not locked in forever: You may change your session selection subject to availability Plenary talks in the Auditorium remain open to all attendees On the day, our team will support last-minute changes where capacity allows This approach protects depth, interaction, and overall experience quality.
Can this festival be covered by my employer as professional training?
In most cases, yes. Career Growth Festival qualifies as professional development and continuous learning, covering areas such as: Leadership and people management Career strategy and employability Wellbeing and burnout prevention Diversity, inclusion, and organisational culture Communication, collaboration, and future-of-work skills We provide: A formal invoice A clear programme outline A certificate of attendance upon request Many participants attend using training budgets, learning allowances, or personal development funds. If your employer needs additional information, we’re happy to support the request.
How can I make the most of networking opportunities?
Career Growth Festival offers curated meetups, interest-based breakout groups, and a custom app to connect with other attendees. We’ll also share networking tips and session guides ahead of time to help you plan your experience.
Who is Career Growth Festival for?
Career Growth Festival is designed for ambitious professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and people teams who want to grow with clarity, resilience, and impact. Whether you are advancing your career, leading teams, or building an organisation, the festival offers practical insights, relevant tools, and high-quality connections to support sustainable, future-ready growth.
Where is the event taking place?
The Career Growth Festival will be held in BeCentral, Brussels. BeCentral is a vibrant entrepreneurship hub in the heart of Brussels. With state-of-the-art rooms and a community-driven atmosphere, it's the ideal environment for exploration, connection, and growth.
Will there be virtual access or recordings?
Yes. While we believe in the power of in-person connection, keynotes and selected sessions will be recorded and made available to all attendees after the event.
Can I switch between tracks and sessions?
Yes — with one important condition. To ensure high-quality experiences and psychological safety, some workshops and roundtables have limited capacity. You will be asked to preselect your sessions in advance once the agenda is finalised. That said, you are not locked in forever: You may change your session selection subject to availability Plenary talks in the Auditorium remain open to all attendees On the day, our team will support last-minute changes where capacity allows This approach protects depth, interaction, and overall experience quality.
Can this festival be covered by my employer as professional training?
In most cases, yes. Career Growth Festival qualifies as professional development and continuous learning, covering areas such as: Leadership and people management Career strategy and employability Wellbeing and burnout prevention Diversity, inclusion, and organisational culture Communication, collaboration, and future-of-work skills We provide: A formal invoice A clear programme outline A certificate of attendance upon request Many participants attend using training budgets, learning allowances, or personal development funds. If your employer needs additional information, we’re happy to support the request.
How can I make the most of networking opportunities?
Career Growth Festival offers curated meetups, interest-based breakout groups, and a custom app to connect with other attendees. We’ll also share networking tips and session guides ahead of time to help you plan your experience.