Our agenda - I Love Failure 2026

Agenda

NOV 9

08:00 – 10:00

Welcome & Registration

Welcome to I LOVE FAILURE 2026 – THE GREATEST SHOW at the Bucharest National Opera House. By registering, you’ve already succeeded at the first step: showing up to fail gloriously.

NOV 9

10:00 – 11:45

Session 1 – Discover Failures

This year’s stories aren’t polished. They’re confessions. Vulnerable, messy, and real. People from every corner of life—artists, athletes, founders, parents—taking the stage to say: “Here’s how I failed, and here’s what I found in the rubble.”

NOV 9

11:45 – 13:30

Lunch Break: Nourish Your Mind and Palate

Food for the body. Conversation for the brain. Awkward networking included. This is your chance to swap failure stories with strangers over a plate of something tasty.

NOV 9

13:30 – 15:15

Session 2 – Different Lives, Same Failures

We’re not that different. Whether you’re running a startup, running a marathon, or just running late, failure shows up. This session brings voices from all walks of life to remind us: vulnerability is universal, and so is growth.

NOV 9

15:15 – 16:30

Coffee Break: Brewed Mistakes

Caffeine, connections, and maybe oversharing. Because nothing says “bonding” like telling someone how you messed up over a cappuccino.

NOV 9

16:30 – 17:30

Education Panel: EDUCATION is not just school

School teaches you equations. Failure teaches you life. Our panelists explore how real learning happens outside classrooms, through risks, mistakes, and getting things wrong enough times to finally get them right.

NOV 9

17:30 – 18:45

Session 3 – Legen—Wait for It—dary Fails

Yes, legen—wait for it—dary. The kind of failures that make you cringe and cheer at the same time. Stories from unexpected places, told by people brave enough to be vulnerable in front of a crowd. These aren’t just fails; they’re fireworks.

NOV 9

18:45 – 22:30

Band Performance & Celebrating Resilience (foayer)

Failure dances too. Celebrate the mess, the magic, and the music. No dress code, just good vibes. Bring your best dance moves — or your worst, they count as well.

NOV 9

19:00 – 20:30

VIP Reception with the speakers: Toast the power of networking (VIP lounge)

On the 1st floor, VIPs get to clink glasses with our speakers. Expect unfiltered conversations, unexpected insights, and wine (because failure pairs well with a good red).

Tickets on sale

Standard

(€ 169) € 107

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The STANDARD ticket gives access to 1 person for the entire duration of the event.

Couple ticket

(€ 338) € 207

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The COUPLE ticket gives access to 2 people for the entire duration of the event.

VIP

€ 350

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The VIP ticket offers you an exclusive experience, including access to the VIP pre-event, access to the VIP Lounge with lunch included, photo opportunity with the speakers and high level networking.

Ultra VIP

€ 870

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The Ultra VIP ticket includes all the benefits of the VIP ticket and in addition, you have access to an exclusive 2 hours workshop with Grace Miller, Head of Failure for the Diary of a CEO Podcast

Student

(€ 169) € 57

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The STUDENT ticket gives access to 1 student for the entire duration of the event. You just need to be a student.

Family & Friends

(€ 507) € 305

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The Family & Friends group ticket gives access to 3 people for the entire duration of the event.

Company tickets

(€ 845) € 495

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The COMPANY group ticket gives access to 5 people for the entire duration of the event.

DAY

OCT 21

Monday

08:30 – 10:00

Welcome & Registration

Step into the world of embracing failure at I LOVE FAILURE 2024 – INNOVATION at Bucharest National Opera House! Welcome to a conference where registration marks your commitment to learning from setbacks and growing stronger.

10:00 – 11:50

Session 1 – Discover Failures

Embark on a captivating journey through a series of talks aimed to debunk the myths around failure. Stay tuned for the announcement of our lineup of speakers.

Speakers:

10:15 – 10:40 – Chris Koch
10:40 – 11:00 – Rareș Bănescu
11:00 – 11:15 – Geo Vișan
11:15 – 11:30 – Ana Morodan

11:50 – 13:30

Lunch Break: Nourish Your Mind and Palate

Recharge and refuel during our lunch break at I LOVE FAILURE 2024 – INNOVATION. This is not just a time to savor delicious cuisine but also an opportunity to connect, discuss, and exchange insights with failure enthusiasts. Join us for a nourishing meal and stimulating conversation

13:30 – 15:00

Session 2 – Discover Failures

Join us as we explore real stories of athletes, experts, influencers that turned failures into stepping stones toward success

Speakers:

13:30 – 13:45 – Virgil Stănescu
13:45 – 14:00 – Roberto Pătrăşcoiu
14:00 – 14:15 – Raul Geană
14:15 – 14:30 – Katerina Todorovski
14:30 – 14:45 – Ionuț Andrei

15:00 – 16:00

Coffee Break: Brew Ideas and Connections

Sip on inspiration, sip on coffee, and embrace the power of networking in a relaxed and invigorating atmosphere.

16:00 – 17:00

Education Panel: EDUCATION is not just school

Discover from our panelists to shape learning, inspire creative solutions, and foster a culture of adaptability. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and enlightened during this engaging discussion.

Speakers:

Mirela Retegan (moderator)
Horia Tecau
Virgil Ianțu
Gabriela Maalouf
Sebastian Dobrincu
Valentina Vesler

17:00 – 18:00

Session 3 – Discover Failures

Following the enlightening Education Panel, join us for another ‘Discover Failures’ session. Some of the most awe-inspiring individuals will share their story and the invaluable lessons that emerged from them.

Speakers:

17:00 – 17:15 – Victor Barbu (show)
17:15 – 17:30 – Adi Hădean
17:30 – 17:45 – Andreea Roșca
17:45 – 18:00- Mircea Căpățînă

18:00 – 22:00

Band Performance & Celebrating Resilience

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, camaraderie, and fun as we honor the spirit of resilience and growth. Whether you’re dancing to the rhythm of success or your setbacks, this is the moment to come together, connect, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

18:30 – 20:00

VIP Reception with the speakers: Toast the power of networking

An exclusive opportunity awaits the VIP attendees at the 1st floor. An intimate gathering where you can personally connect with the conference’s esteemed speakers will take place in parallel. This is your chance to network, exchange perspectives, and forge meaningful connections with those who are driving change. Additionally, a sommelier will be on hand to present Carpathia wine, generously provided by Domeniile Sâmburești.

DAY

OCT 22

Tuesday

09:00 – 10:00

Welcome and Registration

Welcome back to Day 2 of I LOVE FAILURE 2024 – INNOVATION! . Our registration desk opens bright and early, ensuring a smooth start to another day of learning and connection. Let’s embark on another day of discovery and innovation together.

10:00 – 11:45

Session 4 – Discover Failures

Another day, another session where through captivating stories, you will gain insights from our speakers into how embracing failures can lead to improved learning outcomes. Stay tuned for the forthcoming reveal of the lineup.

Speakers:

10:10 – 10:25 – Andrew Yeung
10:25 – 10:40 – Ioana Dumitrache
10:40 – 10:55 – Radu Atanasiu
10:55 – 11:10 – Lucian Florea
11:10 – 11:25 – Otravă

11:45 – 13:30

Lunch Break: Nourish Your Mind and Connect

Share your insights, network, and continue the conversations sparked during the morning sessions. As we celebrate the role of failures in growth, let’s come together to nourish our minds and cultivate connections that will carry us through the rest of this inspiring conference.

13:30 – 14:45

Session 5 – Discover Failures

Before we refuel with a coffee break, immerse yourself in another thought-provoking ‘Discover Failures’ session at I LOVE FAILURE 2024 – INNOVATION. Join us as we delve into the transformative stories of our esteemed speakers who turned challenges into triumphs.

Speakers:

13:30 – 13:45 – Matei Psatta
13:45 – 14:00 – Flavia Popa
14:00 – 14:15 – Grigore Danciu
14:15 – 14:30 – Dan Frînculescu

14:45 – 15:45

Coffee break: Energise and Engage

Take a break, grab a cup of coffee, and recharge your batteries during our coffee break at I LOVE FAILURE 2024 – INNOVATION. As you sip on your coffee, let the discussions percolate and energise you for the upcoming sessions.

15:45 – 16:45

Business Panel: Failure is just feedback

Join us for a panel discussion with some of today’s most influential business leaders as they share their perspectives on fear of failure, both personally and professionally. Listen to how these leaders navigate uncertainty and bring with them valuable lessons learned from embracing failure.

Speakers:

Andra Pintican (moderator)
Bogdan Putinică
Paul Olteanu
Dragoș Stanca
Adnana Popa
Ana Maria Andronic

16:45 – 17:40

Session 6 – Discover Failures

As we draw the curtains on I LOVE FAILURE 2024, join us for the concluding ‘Discover Failures’ session. This is a time to reflect on the insights gained, connections made, and the profound lessons learned from embracing failures. Our speakers will guide us through a final exploration of how failures can catalyse growth and innovation.

Speakers:

16:45 – 17:00 – Light Quartet (show)
17:00 – 17:15 – George Buhnici

See you in 2025!

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