

Two Truths and a Take
Designed as a reflective and practical evening for young professionals navigating early career paths in Brussels, this event has a format that is intentionally non‑traditional, aiming to offer honest perspectives and concrete takeaways rather than generic career advice. Each panelist structures their contribution explicitly as:
- Truth 1: A concrete, experience-based insight from working in Brussels
- Truth 2: A second, contrasting or reinforcing insight
- Take: One actionable lesson they wish they had known earlier
The evening will also feature a short LinkedIn‑led “Rock Your Profile” session, followed by an informal networking reception, providing opportunities to connect with peers, speakers, and LinkedIn colleagues in a relaxed setting.
Please reach out to t-samcrooks@microsoft.com with any questions regarding the event.
Agenda
Thursday, 7 May
Andrea Bittnerová , Event Strategist & Content Creator, former CEPS Senior Events & External Relations Manager
Aaron McLoughlin, Partner, FleishmanHillard
Laura Shields, Chief Executive Officer, Red Thread EU
Juan Schinas, Policy Advisor (Strategy Unit), EPP Group in the European Parliament
Moderated by:
Samuel Crooks, Event Coordinator, Microsoft
Marion Sopar, Senior Client Solutions Manager, LinkedIn
Featured speakers
Meet the speakers sharing insights at our event.

Event Strategist & Content Creator, former CEPS Senior Events & External Relations Manager

Event Coordinator
Microsoft

Partner
FleishmanHillard

Policy Advisor (Strategy Unit)
EPP Group in the European Parliament

Chief Executive Officer
Red Thread EU

Senior Client Solutions Manager