2021 Web Summit - Newsletter - Lisbon 1-4 NOV Opening Night Speakers

 

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We've just launched our Opening Night lineup! Join Black Lives Matter co-founder Ayọ (fka Opal) Tometi, as well as Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen and Whistleblower Aid CEO Libby Liu. We’ll also hear from the minister for the economy of Portugal, Pedro Siza Vieira, the mayor of Lisbon, Carlos Moedas, and even more speakers, as they take to Centre Stage on November 1. Prices increase by €250 next week. Act fast and secure your ticket to join us in Lisbon. GET YOUR TICKET New speakers just added Thierry Henry and Adam Petrick Tackling online bullying Sometimes, the most challenging problems for society need to be taken on by the greatest people of their generation. In this talk, join football legend Thierry Henry and Puma's Adam Petrick as they discuss tackling the issue of online bullying head on. EXPLORE THE FULL SCHEDULE Experiences on the Q&A stage The Q&A stage is your opportunity to speak directly with some of our biggest names. Check out some of our newly launched experiences! The King's Gambit: Can anyone beat the chess grandmaster? If you thought Netflix's The Queen’s Gambit was a nailbiter, you ain’t seen nothing yet… In this chess masterclass, join the world’s most well-known chess grandmaster, Garry Kasparov, as he takes on 10 games – all at the same time. Cocktails? Absolut(ely)! YouTube star Caspar Lee joins Absolut Global Ambassador Rico Dynan for an exclusive cocktail-making class, with members of the audience learning lessons on building a world-class cocktail and, for those over the age of 18, getting a free drink. Q&A and book signing with football legend Peter Schmeichel Join sporting legend Peter Schmeichel for a Q&A and book signing for his newly released autobiography, One: My Autobiography.  DISCOVER MORE We've updated our Covid-19 guidelines   Learn more about our updated Covid safety guidelines.  Meet some of our media partners Want to be ahead of the breaking news at one of the world’s premier tech events? Contact our specialist partnerships team today for a place as a media partner at Web Summit 2022, since we've sold out of partner exhibits for this year!

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