NBL Tarifa 2025 Conference Program

Nomadbase live Tarifa 2025 Conference Program

The skill-sharing

Talks & Workshops

Take a look at some of the speakers who will share their knowledge on stage.

Kach Umandap

Travel Writer

10 Lessons From Visiting All 195 UN Countries on a Philippine Passport (and Why It Matters for the Future of Work)

Kach Umandap

Travel Writer

What does it take to travel to every country in the world with one of the world’s “weaker” passports? In this inspiring talk, Kach Medina Umandap— the youngest Filipina to visit all 195 UN-recognized countries — reveals 10 powerful lessons she learned along the way. Her journey proves that strategic thinking and adaptability matter far more than passport privilege. Kach shares why resilience is the ultimate travel skill, how building human connections can open more doors than money, and how her experiences tie into a broader vision for the future of work. By overcoming countless obstacles, she became a trailblazer for Filipino travelers and remote workers. Kach’s next mission is to empower more Filipinos to embrace remote work, redefining the Philippines’ workforce and creating opportunities for digital nomadism to replace overseas employment.

Kach Medina Umandap is the first Filipina to visit all 195 UN-recognized countries using solely a Philippine passport. As a pioneering digital nomad and co-founder of Two Monkeys Travel, Kach turned her passion for exploration into a career, becoming an expert in visa strategy, travel hacking, and navigating global travel with a “weaker” passport. Her journey isn’t just about travel; it’s about breaking barriers. Now, Kach is focused on helping Filipinos transition from overseas workers to empowered digital nomads, aiming to transform the future of work in the Philippines. Through her personal story, Kach continues to inspire others to dream big and redefine what’s possible for themselves and their communities.

Jonas Breuer

Tracking Expert

How Affiliate Publishers Can Unlock Additional Income with SubID Tracking

Jonas Breuer

Tracking Expert

Discover how to unlock new revenue streams and maximize affiliate earnings through the power of subID tracking! In this hands-on workshop, Jonas Breuer will guide you step-by-step on how to set up subID tracking to gain deeper insights into conversions, traffic sources, and audience behavior. You’ll leave with a ready-to-use basic tracking setup and actionable strategies to leverage advanced tracking techniques for higher profits. Whether you’re a beginner in tracking or looking to optimize your affiliate strategies, this session will empower you to monetize smarter and boost your earnings. Don’t forget to bring your laptop for this interactive and practical session!

Jonas Breuer is a seasoned web developer with over 15 years of expertise in affiliate tracking and monetization. Specializing in solutions for affiliate publishers, he has built multiple cashback websites, developed a WordPress plugin for advanced tracking, and created custom tracking systems that optimize performance and revenue. With a deep understanding of data-driven affiliate marketing, Jonas empowers publishers to track smarter, maximize earnings, and scale their success effectively.

Kate Shifman

Founder, AOMA Coliving

Spaces That Help Us Thrive: How To Spot Them And Design Your Own

Kate Shifman

Founder, AOMA Coliving

The spaces we inhabit profoundly shape our energy, mood, and well-being - yet we often overlook their impact until something feels off. In this session, Kate Shifman will share a powerful framework to evaluate and design spaces that support productivity, health, and human connection. Learn how to optimize any space for your nomadic lifestyle, drawing on real-world applications of wellness-centered design principles. Whether you're seeking to enhance your work environment, create a calming retreat, or build stronger connections, this talk will inspire you to craft spaces that help you thrive.

Kate Shifman is a passionate advocate for location independence and personal growth through connection and wellness. An award-winning community builder, keynote speaker, and writer, Kate has worked with leading global brands like Disney and Procter & Gamble during her 10+ years as a digital marketing expert. After relocating to Portugal, Kate founded AOMA, an eco-positive lifestyle real estate brand dedicated to creating spaces and experiences that nourish the body, mind, and soul. Through her work, Kate empowers the flexible generation to design environments that enhance their lives and help them thrive.

Stella Guan

Founder & CEO, Path Unbound

How Flexible, Scalable Products Help Small Challenger Brands Win

Stella Guan

Founder & CEO, Path Unbound

Path Unbound, a boutique UI/UX design school, faced an uphill battle in a market dominated by big-name competitors. Early on, the company struggled with stagnant revenue, falling into the common trap of competing on price - only to erode trust instead of gaining traction. Everything changed when Path Unbound adopted a smarter strategy: repackaging its core offerings into smaller, flexible, and highly scalable products tailored to specific customer segments. Within weeks, this shift increased conversions and positioned the brand as the go-to alternative for dissatisfied customers of larger competitors. In this talk, Stella Guan will share how she structured her product offerings based on customer personas, addressed top complaints about competitors, and created modular solutions that drive recurring revenue. This actionable strategy demonstrates how small businesses can use agility to win in competitive markets, no massive ad budget required.

Stella Guan is a technology entrepreneur and award-winning multidisciplinary designer, educator, speaker, and content creator. After spending a decade designing for Fortune 500 companies, Stella founded Path Unbound, a UI/UX design school offering instructor-led, 1:1 learning programs and portfolio coaching for aspiring designers. As a bootstrapped founder specializing in no-code development, Stella empowers small businesses to thrive with innovative, scalable strategies.

Georg Schmidt

Public Speaking & Storytelling Mentor

From Nervous to Natural: Mastering On-Camera & Public Speaking as a Digital Nomad

Georg Schmidt

Public Speaking & Storytelling Mentor

As a digital nomad, your communication skills directly impact your success - whether pitching on Zoom, creating video content, or speaking at events. Yet, many struggle with nerves, lack of structure, or engaging an audience on camera. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn to overcome stage fright, master voice and body language, and craft compelling messages using storytelling - so you can speak with confidence, inspire, and convert, wherever you are.

Georg Schmidt is a public speaking and storytelling mentor who helps digital entrepreneurs and professionals master their presence on camera and on stage. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked with professionals across industries, enabling them to overcome stage fright, sharpen their message and captivate audiences. As a former stutterer turned public speaker, he understands the challenges firsthand and offers practical tools to build confidence, capture audiences, and turn any speech into a powerful story.

Miriam Tymiec

Breathwork Facilitator & Empowerment Mentor

Break Through & Rise: Breathwork for Growth & Transformation

Miriam Tymiec

Breathwork Facilitator & Empowerment Mentor

Step into your full power with Transformative Holosomatic Breathwork. This immersive session will help you release limiting beliefs, reset your nervous system, and activate deep transformation. Through breath, you’ll unlock clarity, energy, and confidence to embody your next level. Let go, expand, and realign with your true potential. Breathe. Break through. Become the most authentic version of you.

Miriam is a digital nomad, kitesurfer, and breathwork facilitator dedicated to helping people unlock their full power. After experiencing the profound impact of breathwork during a challenging time, she set out to share this transformative practice. Through her platform, Spark Your Fire, she guides individuals in releasing limitations, expanding their potential, and stepping into alignment - both online and in-person around the world.

Tevo Stephan

Videographer

How to Create Mobile Phone Videos and Photos like a Pro

Tevo Stephan

Videographer

The best camera is the one you always have with you - your phone! While professional equipment can cost thousands, you can still create stunning videos and photos with your mobile phone. With the right settings, lighting, sound, and a few expert tips and tricks, Tevo will show you how to elevate your mobile content to a professional level. Whether you're capturing moments for social media, business, or personal projects, this session will help you unlock the full potential of your smartphone camera.

Tevo Stephan is a photographer and cameraman with 14 years of professional experience, dedicating his career to capturing moments that will never come back. He works with companies and freelancers to showcase their personality, brand, and vision through impactful photos and videos. Whether it’s at workations, events, or through meaningful portraits for websites and social media, Tevo’s passion is helping others tell their story visually.

Ariane Gebhardt

Digital Artist & Designer

Beyond the Box: Reinventing Creativity with AI

Ariane Gebhardt

Digital Artist & Designer

As AI becomes an increasingly powerful tool, it’s transforming not only how we create but also how we define creativity itself. In this thought-provoking talk, Ariane Gebhardt explores creativity, innovation, and the evolving role of AI in design and visual storytelling. Drawing from her extensive experience in art direction, motion design, and AI-driven workflows, Ariane will share how technology can enhance - rather than replace - human creativity. But this talk goes beyond the tools. It’s about mindset: How do we navigate change, push creative boundaries, and adapt in an ever-evolving industry? Whether you're a designer, entrepreneur, or leader, you’ll learn how to harness AI to elevate your creative process, experiment boldly, and tell more compelling stories.

Ariane Gebhardt is a multidisciplinary creative working at the intersection of design, technology, and innovation. With a career spanning large-scale projects and collaborations for global brands, Ariane has continually pushed the boundaries of digital creativity by incorporating emerging technologies into her process. Recently, her focus has shifted towards AI-driven tools and workflows, exploring how they can revolutionize creative industries. As a speaker, she shares her insights on leveraging technology to enhance innovation, embracing change, and reimagining creative workflows for designers, entrepreneurs, and forward-thinkers navigating the digital future.

Tatiana Fulton

Holistic Nutrition Coach

Nomad Nutrition: Optimize your Gut, Energy & Focus Anywhere

Tatiana Fulton

Holistic Nutrition Coach

Traveling the world is exciting until bloating, sluggish digestion, and low energy slow you down. Your gut health directly impacts your focus, mood, and productivity, yet lots of nomads unknowingly make mistakes that disrupt digestion. In this session, you'll learn why your gut is the key to peak performance, the common travel gut traps that leave you feeling off, and a simple gut reset to beat bloating and boost energy so you can stay sharp, feel great, and thrive anywhere in the world.

Tatiana Fulton is a Holistic Nutrition Coach and psychologist specializing in gut health for high-performing professionals. After struggling with bloating, constipation, and fatigue, she transformed not only her own health but also the digestion and well-being of her clients through a science-backed, holistic approach. As an entrepreneur and world traveler, Tatiana helps busy professionals with simple, sustainable solutions to optimize digestion, boost energy, and stay productive anywhere in the world.

Christian Pedersen

Content Specialist & Creator

How to Sell & Build a Personal Brand on Camera

Christian Pedersen

Content Specialist & Creator

Selling on camera isn’t about being pushy - it’s about building trust through confidence and storytelling. In this engaging session, Christian Pedersen will teach you how to show up authentically, craft compelling stories that sell naturally, and use a simple, repeatable system to make selling effortless. You’ll walk away with practical techniques to engage your audience, build your personal brand, and turn views into action - all without feeling awkward or overly salesy. Whether you’re just starting or looking to scale your personal brand, this session is your roadmap to mastering sales on camera.

Christian Pedersen is a 28-year-old entrepreneur with a passion for storytelling and strategy. Over the past four years, he has built a career as a content creator and personal branding coach, working with brands like Digital Nomad Adventure and Mans Mastery while traveling the world as a Digital Nomad. In addition to growing his own YouTube channel, Christian now helps business owners launch and scale their personal brands, turning their expertise into powerful online identities. His mission is to empower entrepreneurs to build influence, attract opportunities, and sell with confidence on camera - all through the power of authentic storytelling.

Geleen Antonio

Founder, Travel Not to Escape

Nomad Mental Health: How to Design a Sustainable Lifestyle

Geleen Antonio

Founder, Travel Not to Escape

Design your ideal nomad life! In this session, Geleen Antonio will guide you on how to create a sustainable travel lifestyle by prioritizing mental health, building meaningful connections, and maintaining balance on the road. Using the Wheel of Life framework, you’ll learn how to set intentional goals, meet people while traveling, and manage stress effectively. This practical session will leave you equipped with actionable tools and resources to foster emotional well-being and create a fulfilling, sustainable nomadic journey.

Geleen Antonio is the founder of Travel Not to Escape, a pioneering platform focused on mental health support for travelers. Recognizing the unique challenges of mental health for digital nomads and globetrotters, she created the first dedicated travel mental health media platform. Geleen hosts the Travel Not to Escape podcast, where she features intentional travelers, community builders, and mental health experts. She has developed essential resources for nomads, including the Digital Nomad Therapist Directory, and organizes mental health meetups to simplify access to support on the road. Through her work, Geleen empowers travelers to live intentionally and sustainably while prioritizing emotional well-being.

Johannes Voelkner

Founder, Nomadbase & Nomad Cruise

How to Optimize Your Business with AI

Johannes Voelkner

Founder, Nomadbase & Nomad Cruise

Take a behind-the-scenes look at how AI, Airtable, and other online tools are revolutionizing business operations. In this practical session, Johannes Voelkner shares real-world strategies for optimizing your business processes, drawn from his experience running thriving communities like Nomad Cruise and Nomadbase. Learn how to harness cutting-edge technologies to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and scale your business - all while maintaining a personal touch. Whether you're just starting or looking to optimize an established business, this session offers actionable insights to help you work smarter.

Johannes Voelkner is the founder of Nomadbase and Nomad Cruise, vibrant communities connecting digital nomads and entrepreneurs worldwide. Embarking on his nomadic journey in 2010, Johannes combined his love for exploration and a quest for freedom to create platforms that foster connection and growth. An avid kitesurfer with a deep understanding of balancing stability and freedom, he has lived in various home bases while building innovative communities. Today, Johannes leverages the latest technological developments to optimize his business and empower others to do the same.

Dan Hogston

Brand Architect

Beyond the Sale: How Smart Upsells & Downsells Give More Value and Generate More Revenue

Dan Hogston

Brand Architect

Most businesses see upsells and downsells as simple revenue boosters, but their true potential lies in enhancing the customer experience. In this session, Dan Hogston explores how to frame upsell and downsell offers that feel natural, ethical, and genuinely valuable. Learn the psychology behind successful upselling, see real-world examples across industries, and discover how to create strategies that strengthen customer trust while increasing your bottom line. Walk away with actionable tips to boost revenue while giving your customers even more value.

Dan Hogston is a marketing strategist specializing in brand positioning, digital strategy, and conversion-focused marketing. With an estimated £30M+ in impact, he has helped brands around the world - across Europe, the USA, Asia, and the Middle East - scale through data-driven funnels, multi-step checkouts, and upsell strategies. Dan empowers businesses to create seamless customer journeys that drive revenue and build trust. His work combines creativity with analytics to deliver measurable growth and long-term value. In this session, he’ll share real-world examples using GoHighLevel and Shopify to maximize revenue.

Michelle Coulson

Chief Remote Rebel

How to Attract Your Ideal Clients Using LinkedIn

Michelle Coulson

Chief Remote Rebel

Struggling to find and hire top remote talent? This session will reveal proven strategies to identify, attract, and secure the best professionals for your remote team. Learn actionable tips for streamlining your recruitment process, fostering effective communication, and building a strong remote company culture. Whether you're a business owner or a hiring manager, you'll walk away with practical tools to hire with confidence and create a team that thrives - no matter where in the world they are.

Michelle Coulson is a recruitment expert with over a decade of experience connecting top-tier talent with the right opportunities. As the founder of Remote Rebellion, she specializes in empowering professionals to navigate the remote job market and helping companies build exceptional remote teams. With a passion for personal branding and strategic hiring, Michelle is a trusted advisor on leveraging LinkedIn, creating meaningful career connections, and fostering success in the evolving world of work.

Florian Hartl

Travel Hacker

How to Win at Travel with Miles & Points

Florian Hartl

Travel Hacker

Transform your travels into affordable, luxurious experiences worldwide. Discover strategies for securing the best flight and hotel deals by leveraging loyalty and frequent flyer programs and maximizing the benefits of credit cards. Walk away with actionable insights that will save you thousands of dollars a year while enjoying comfort and freedom on your journeys.

Florian Hartl, 35, is a travel hacker with a proven track record of maximizing travel experiences. Recently, he used his expertise to enjoy a 9-night stay at a 5-star hotel in the Maldives including business class round-trip flights and paid only 12% of the total value. His trip included a free upgrade with free food & drinks. His strategic stay in the Maldives earned him on top a free 7-night stay in a suite at a 5-star hotel in Malta.

Christine Bay

Founder, WildWifi Coliving Namibia

The Art & Business of Coliving Retreats: Strategy, Challenges & Success Factors

Christine Bay

Founder, WildWifi Coliving Namibia

Hosting a coliving retreat is more than just finding a great location - it’s about implementing a strong brand and crafting an experience that fosters community, connection, and sustainability. In this session, you’ll learn how to research the perfect destination, curate the right audience, and structure a retreat that is both impactful and profitable. Gain insights into brand design, marketing, pricing, contracts, and scaling while avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re starting out or looking to refine your approach, this talk will set you up for success.

Christine Bay is a brand designer, marketer, photographer, and founder of WildWifi Coliving, Namibia’s leading digital nomad retreat. Originally from Germany, she fell in love with Namibia 15 years ago and turned her deep local knowledge into a thriving retreat business. Since 2021, she has hosted multiple coliving experiences, blending community, adventure, and remote work. With expertise in branding and marketing, she helps others design retreats that are both impactful and sustainable.

Lina Fernanda Rada Cardozo

Fitness and Mindset Coach

Energize to Monetize: Optimize Your Body to Grow Your Business

Lina Fernanda Rada Cardozo

Fitness and Mindset Coach

What if your next level of success wasn’t about working harder - but about feeling better in your body? In this high-impact talk, Lina shares how your physical energy is the real driver behind your focus, productivity, and creativity as a digital nomad. She’ll challenge the “grind & go” mindset and offer a smarter strategy: turning your body into your biggest business asset - even while on the move. Rooted in her signature four-pillar method - Training, Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Mindset - this session delivers real talk and real tools for high-performance living on the road.

Lina is a fitness & mindset coach with 10+ years of experience, helping busy people build strong, confident bodies without sacrificing their life to the gym. Her method fuses smart training, flexible nutrition, grounded habits, and identity work - so you can stay consistent, feel amazing in your body, and actually live while you level up. Whether you’re on the road or at home, Lina makes fitness fit your life.

Jean Baptiste Michel

Co-founder and CEO, NomadWay

From Group to Tribe: How to Build a Sustainable Community in a Nomadic World

Jean Baptiste Michel

Co-founder and CEO, NomadWay

In a world of constant movement, digital nomads crave more than just connection - they seek belonging. This session explores how to build a sustainable, purpose-driven community where members don’t just show up, they show up for each other. Learn the difference between a group and a real community, how to foster trust and engagement, and how rituals, shared values, and clear boundaries create lasting impact.

Jean-Baptiste is a digital nomad and community builder with 15+ years in tech and 8 years of nomadic life across 27 countries. He co-founded NomadWay, a mobile app for digital nomads, and has organized over 600 events in Europe. With deep experience in building purpose-driven communities, he empowers nomads to connect, collaborate, and thrive - online and offline.

Coco Dahdouh

Retreat Expert

Retreat Architect: Crafting Your Blueprint for Success

Coco Dahdouh

Retreat Expert

Retreats have evolved far beyond yoga - they're now profitable ventures for anyone with skills and a community. In this talk, Coco Dahdouh will guide you through transforming your passion into a thriving retreat business while avoiding common industry pitfalls. You'll explore how to craft unique, transformational experiences around your talents or niche, select destinations and venues that align with your values, and plan strategically for seamless, sustainable retreats. Whether you're a coach, artist, or entrepreneur, learn to create meaningful experiences that leave a lasting impact while supporting local communities and embracing regenerative travel principles.

Meet Coco Dahdouh, a seasoned retreat specialist with over a decade of expertise in crafting transformative experiences. As the founder of Mhai Yoga, an acclaimed International Yoga Retreat center in Havana, Cuba, Coco has hosted over 200 events, shaping Cuba into a sought-after wellness destination. With a background in Law and Psychology and a flair for digital marketing and business management, Coco is adept at tackling challenges with passion and precision. Her extensive experience includes serving as a wellness hospitality consultant for hotels worldwide, from boutique eco properties to major establishments. In addition to her work with hotels, Coco is a serial entrepreneur, with several small startups under her belt. She also owns a kitesurf school in Tarifa, showcasing her versatility and commitment to innovation across diverse sectors. Coco's entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with her passion for wellness and hospitality, drives her to continuously innovate and create unforgettable experiences for individuals and organizations alike.

Kristiaan Hilger

AI-Driven Content Creator

Unleashing AI: Elevate Your Content Creation to New Heights

Kristiaan Hilger

AI-Driven Content Creator

Leverage the power of generative AI to revolutionize your content creation, making it faster, smarter, and more impactful. Explore AI-driven solutions for podcasting, video production, and graphic design to enhance quality while saving time. Learn how to transform long-form content into engaging reels, remove unwanted noise, and generate stunning visuals effortlessly. Walk away with practical strategies to streamline your workflow and unlock new creative possibilities.

Kristiaan is the founder and CEO of Macadamia Productions, a video and podcast agency dedicated to crafting authentic, impactful content for his clients. He leverages AI tools to streamline production, boost creativity, and enhance results. Since 2020, he has produced content for B2B clients, online conferences, and social media while running his own podcast and YouTube channels.

David Zistl

Compass Coach

How to Create a Meaningful Life You Love

David Zistl

Compass Coach

Many of us are chasing success, freedom, or adventure - but still feel something’s missing. In this workshop, you’ll take a step back to reconnect with what truly matters to you. Through guided reflection and practical tools, you'll gain clarity on what gives your life meaning and walk away with a personalized roadmap to create more purpose and fulfillment - starting now. Whether you’re feeling stuck, in transition, or just ready for more depth, this session will help you realign with your values and begin creating a life that feels deeply authentic and alive.

Inspired by his own journey of breaking free from the hamster wheel, traveling the world, and discovering his mission, David Zistl now empowers others to find their inner compass and live a fulfilling life. With over 10 years of experience as a personal growth enthusiast, he blends scientific mindset techniques with indigenous wisdom. His action-oriented approach helps individuals make real, transformative changes and bring true meaning into their lives.

Suze Maclaine Pont

Trauma Specialist

Breaking the Invisible Glass Ceiling of Success, Money, You, and Trauma

Suze Maclaine Pont

Trauma Specialist

What if your biggest block isn’t mindset, strategy, or skill - but unhealed trauma quietly shaping your limits? In this powerful session, discover how trauma lives beneath common patterns like overgiving, self-sabotage, and burnout. You’ll learn to recognize trauma’s hidden grip on your success, shift from survival into flow, and unlock a deeper sense of ease, authority, and abundance - without losing yourself in the process.

Suze Maclaine Pont is a trauma expert, teacher, and spiritual guide known for helping coaches, therapists, and professionals grow thriving businesses without burning out. Drawing from deep personal healing and years of experience, she reveals how trauma shapes success, leadership, and visibility - and teaches how to break through by becoming fully authentic, grounded, and connected to your soul’s true power.

Jordi Llonch Esteve

Frequent Traveler

Plan Your Next Destination: The Nomad's Guide to Smarter, Smoother Travel

Jordi Llonch Esteve

Frequent Traveler

The digital nomad lifestyle offers unparalleled freedom - but deciding where to go next can be overwhelming. With thousands of destinations, varying costs of living, and cultural differences, decision fatigue is real. In this session, Jordi will dive into the art and science of choosing your next destination with confidence. Learn how to use cutting-edge tools, crowdsourced data, and seasonal trends to make your travel planning effortless. As Head of Growth at Satlantis.io - the first social network designed for frequent travelers and digital nomads - Jordi has unique insight into how global nomads make smarter travel decisions. You'll walk away with practical strategies to optimize your journey for productivity, lifestyle, and connection.

Jordi Llonch Esteve is a lifelong nomad, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for freedom technologies. After living in over 50 cities as an airline pilot, he transitioned into entrepreneurship and innovation consulting, helping hundreds of founders each year. Today, he leads growth at Satlantis.io, a social network built for frequent travelers and digital nomads. Satlantis empowers users to discover their next destination, connect with like-minded nomads, and navigate the world with digital freedom - no centralized platforms needed.

Bianca Tate

Fearless Living Coach

Fearless Decision-Making: Navigate Uncertainty with Clarity and Courage

Bianca Tate

Fearless Living Coach

Stuck in fear, doubt, or endless what-ifs? This workshop is for those who’ve been wishing for change but feel paralyzed by worry. You’ll learn a proven method to overcome fear, shift your mindset, and take aligned action. It’s time to move from overthinking to action and finally create a life that reflects what you truly want.

Bianca Tate is a Fearless Living Coach who helps people break through fear and boldly navigate life abroad. Certified in professional coaching, she empowers individuals to overcome fear, build resilience, and make bold, value-aligned decisions. Having lived in 4 countries and traveled to 45+, Bianca brings real-world insight, heartfelt guidance, and practical tools for thriving through change.

Miranda Rensch

Life Design and Mindset Coach

Life Design: What Does an Inspired Life Look Like for You?

Miranda Rensch

Life Design and Mindset Coach

What does a fulfilling, inspired life look like to you? In this fun and interactive workshop, we’ll use creative journaling to explore your unique vision for a life that feels truly aligned with who you are. Together, we’ll uncover key themes, brainstorm ways to weave them into your daily life, and map out actionable goals for the next 3 months, year, and beyond. Expect to share in small groups, get inspired by others’ ideas, and walk away with clarity, practical next steps, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re feeling stuck, curious, or ready for a new chapter, this session will leave you motivated to create a life that fully expresses all parts of who you are.

Miranda Rensch is a mindset coach and abstract artist who blends 15+ years of experience design with her passion for personal growth, psychology, and joyful living. She helps individuals build self-awareness, resilience, and better relationships through tools and systems that empower meaningful change. In her coaching and consulting, she has guided clients to land raises, switch careers, reinvent themselves, and launch successful passion projects, small businesses, and tech startups.

César Alberca

Senior Front-end Architect and Software Crafter

Freelancing with AI: AId or AIlment?

César Alberca

Senior Front-end Architect and Software Crafter

Can AI supercharge your freelancing journey - or hold you back? In this insightful talk, César Alberca shares how he’s applied AI to boost productivity and land his first clients as a digital nomad and freelance frontend developer. Learn how he leverages AI for coding, automating repetitive tasks, and freeing up time for what matters most. But AI isn’t all upside - when misused, it can become a distraction or even a hindrance. Discover practical tips to use AI wisely, avoid pitfalls, and enhance your freelancing experience. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or new to AI, this talk will help you strike the right balance between innovation and intention.

César Alberca is a Digital Nomad and Software Crafter from Spain who believes in living a life beyond the keyboard. As a freelance software developer, he specializes in building robust web applications using best practices and thoughtful architectural patterns. Beyond his work, César connects with global cultures and communities through his travels and as the host of Colivers Club, a podcast for digital nomads. There, he shares stories and insights from his adventures, reflecting his commitment to a balanced, curiosity-driven life.

Lauren Schuivens

Founder, Samavira Meditation

The Power of Embodied Meditation

Lauren Schuivens

Founder, Samavira Meditation

Most modern meditation practices focus on the mind - but what about the body? In this transformative session, Lauren Schuivens will introduce you to Embodied Meditation (EM), a revolutionary approach that integrates the mind and body to unlock resilience, heal emotional patterns, and promote personal transformation. Science confirms what ancient wisdom has always known: stress, trauma, and emotions are stored in the body, not just the mind. EM goes beyond traditional, passive meditation techniques by actively engaging the nervous system, rewiring neural pathways, and releasing deeply held stress. In this seated, eyes-closed practice, you’ll learn how to guide your mind into the center of your body, fostering a profound connection between the two. By strengthening this mind-body connection, you’ll access meditation’s full potential for healing and growth. Say goodbye to outdated paradigms and step into a more dynamic, embodied approach to meditation.

Lauren Schuivens is the founder of Samavira and a certified meditation trainer with over a decade of experience in the art and science of meditation. Her personal journey began as a way to heal from severe early-life traumas, reclaim her inner power, and rewrite her story. Trained by Buddhist monks in Thailand, Lauren immersed herself in ancient teachings, gaining profound insight into meditation practices. Having transformed her challenges into a mission, Lauren is dedicated to sharing Embodied Meditation with the world, empowering others to find resilience, peace, and transformation through the mind-body connection.

Ruben Hornberger

Mentor for Financial Self-Leadership

Turn Your Savings into Income – with Clarity and Structure

Ruben Hornberger

Mentor for Financial Self-Leadership

What if financial freedom wasn’t just about how much you earn, but how clear and intentional you are with your money? In this talk, Ruben Hornberger will show you why clarity and structure are more powerful than income when it comes to building lasting financial independence. Learn how to align your savings and investments with your personal values and goals, why a personalized strategy always beats generic advice, and how diversification can protect and grow your wealth. You’ll also get an inside look at some of the most promising asset classes and how they fit into a long-term freedom plan. Walk away with the clarity to take your first step and the inspiration to map out your unique financial strategy - one that’s not only effective but also meaningful to you.

Ruben Hornberger is a seasoned financial mentor with over a decade of hands-on investing experience. After cutting through the noise and creating his own structured strategy, he has been covering his living expenses entirely through investments for the past four years. Holding an Executive MBA, Ruben has shared his expertise with more than 2,000 participants in workshops and seminars around the globe. His true passion, however, lies in helping business owners one-on-one, guiding them to design and implement personalized financial strategies with confidence and clarity. With a calm and empathetic approach, Ruben specializes in making finance accessible, empowering his clients to transform their savings into a reliable source of income and build a life of financial independence.

Surya Sanchez

Founder, DeepIdea Lab

Automate Your Business with AI

Surya Sanchez

Founder, DeepIdea Lab

Discover how AI is revolutionizing the way businesses operate. in 2025 In this session, Surya Sanchez will demystify the AI landscape, providing a clear starting point to help you decide what’s worth automating and avoid common pitfalls. From streamlining marketing workflows to enhancing operations and customer support, you’ll explore practical tools, real-life examples, and actionable ideas to integrate AI into your business. Whether you're a solopreneur or running a growing team, this session will empower you to leverage AI to save time, reduce manual work, and boost efficiency.

Surya Sanchez is the founder of DeepIdea Lab, a specialized team that helps eCommerce brands and entrepreneurs harness the power of AI to automate and scale their operations. With over five years of experience in automation, Surya has designed systems that save countless hours of manual work, from optimizing sales funnels to simplifying backend processes. DeepIdea Lab has worked with fast-growing companies across the US and Europe, including Nomadbase, delivering practical AI solutions with real business impact. Passionate about the future of work, Surya’s mission is to make AI approachable, actionable, and accessible for businesses of all sizes.

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