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Tech Young LeadersPAST EVENT
7 MAY, BRUSSELS

Two Truths and a Take

TechYL's networking event in collaboration with LinkedInLearn more
IntroductionAgendaSpeakers

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

18:45 - 19:05Arrival19:05 - 19:50Opening Remarks & Panel Discussion

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

19:50 - 20:00Rock Your Profile Session

Marion Sopar, Senior Client Solutions Manager, LinkedIn

20:00 - 20:40Networking reception

Featured speakers

Meet the speakers sharing insights at our event.

Andrea Bittnerová Andrea Bittnerová 

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

Samuel CrooksSamuel Crooks

Event Coordinator

Microsoft

Aaron McLoughlinAaron McLoughlin

Partner

FleishmanHillard

Juan SchinasJuan Schinas

Policy Advisor (Strategy Unit)

EPP Group in the European Parliament

Laura ShieldsLaura Shields

Chief Executive Officer

Red Thread EU

Marion SoparMarion Sopar

Senior Client Solutions Manager

LinkedIn

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