Berlin. Creative&Tech F*ckup Night

What is it?

This isn't your typical networking event. It's a F*ckup Night — a space where creative and tech people share their real professional mistakes, failures, and what came after. No polished success stories. No LinkedIn highlights. Just honest, human experiences.

What to expect

Short talks from speakers sharing their biggest f*ckups. Open mic — the floor is open for anyone who wants to share their story. Casual networking, drinks & conversations.

Speakers

Soom, Co-Founder at AWKN

Maximilian Fleitmann, Co-Founder at magier

Olia Altukhova, Brand Design & Team Lead at Paysend

Anastasiia Gusieva, Senior Recruiter at Navan

Who is this for?

Designers, developers, product managers, marketers, founders — anyone in creative or tech who wants to connect, learn from others' experiences, and maybe laugh at their own.

Please arrive 5–10 minutes early so we can start on time.

Agenda

18:00–18:30 Doors Open & Networking

18:30–18:45 Welcome & Event Introduction

18:45–19:00 #1 Maximilian Fleitmann, Co-Founder at magier

"The Most Expensive No of My Life"

19:00–19:15 #2 Anastasiia Gusieva, Senior Recruiter at Navan

"Ultimate Relocation Scam"

19:15–19:30 #3 Soom Kim, Co-Founder at AWKN®

"Two angel investors ghosted us just before Christmas"

19:30–19:45 #4 Olia Altukhova, Brand Design & Team Lead at Paysend

"The Day I Became a Junior Again"

20:00–20:30 Open Mic

20:30–21:30 Networking

Venue Host

We're hosted by Deel — the global HR platform trusted by 40,000+ companies worldwide. Big thanks to the Deel team for opening their Berlin doors for us!

Who we are

This event is organized by Projector Global Community ambassadors (by Projector Institute):

Emiliia Karpiuk

Projector Global Community by Prjctr Creative & Tech Institute is a global network for designers, developers, marketers, and product thinkers. We support learning, connection, and creative growth across borders — to bring great ideas to life.

Photos & Video

Please note that we will be taking photos at this event. By attending, you agree to be photographed and grant the organisers permission to use this footage for community purposes (e.g., social media).

See you at Berlin F*ckup Night! 🖤