
2026 Programme
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Festival Meet-Up
Change My Mind: A Meet-Up for Hot Takes and Debates by YoungDogs
Monday 22 June, 15:30–16:30
Overview
Speakers
Description:
An interactive Meet-Up built for honest debate. Delegates step into the arena and physically take a side - agree, disagree, or "it's complicated" - on bold statements shaping the next generation of creatives: from hybrid skillsets and AI's role in our craft, to whether network beats education, and the pressure young talent faces to prove themselves. No slides, no lectures - just real opinions, fast-paced discussion, and the chance to change minds (or have yours changed). Expect energy, friction, and genuine new connections by the end.
Topics & questions will revolve around the present and future of the Creative industry, reflecting on the current positions of young creatives and engaging with more senior professionals to look ahead.
Content Stream
Talent & Culture
The people and practices behind creative organisations that thrive.
Lotte Aalsma
Rose Bikes | Board Member YoungDogs
Internationalization Manager
Anastasia Zemleanschih
Dentsu Creative & Dentsu Lab | Board Member YoungDogs
Account Manager
Mick van der Loo
GoSpooky | Board Member YoungDogs
Content Strategist
Tags
- Talent & Culture
- Networking