Humans Are Our Business: Freelance Leaders on the Future of the Industry

Micha Kaufman kicks off International Freelancer Day with a heartfelt welcome, celebrating the incredible impact freelancers have on the global economy. Micha shares Fiverr’s journey and vision for empowering freelancers to continue shaping the future of work.

In this informative session, Dan Oron shares the company’s vision for the future. Learn how Fiverr is co-creating with freelancers to build tools and features designed to support and empower the freelance community, setting the stage for long-term growth and success.

Fiverr’s Vertical Managers dive into the latest technology trends across different industries and where they’re headed next. While AI continues to shape the future, this session highlights the irreplaceable value of human talent. Learn what’s happening within each vertical, what types of services are in demand, and what you need to stay competitive as these trends unfold.

In this session, freelancers Grace Abbott and Sarah Jutras share their personal journeys transitioning from corporate careers to freelancing. Moderated by industry-leading coach and journalist Terry Rice, they’ll discuss how they assessed risks, built their client base, and developed strategies to thrive in the freelance world. Hear their insights on managing the mindset shift, setting rates, marketing themselves, and achieving long-term success as independent professionals.

Join Jamie Brindle for our summit’s keynote on building and maintaining long-term client relationships to drive your freelance business growth. Hosted by Terry Rice, this session will delve into real-world strategies and insights from Jamie’s 16 years of freelancing experience. With a client roster that includes Google, Netflix, and Lionsgate, Jamie also shares actionable tips through his popular TikTok and Instagram content, where he supports nearly 400,000 freelancers. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Jamie’s extensive experience and enhance your client management skills.