RECHARGE DUBLIN 2024: The Agenda

Dublin, it’s time to power up! RECHARGE 2024 is more than a conference—it’s a call to action for everyone in the arts, culture, and creative industries to connect, innovate, and rise to the challenges we’re all facing. This year, we’re embracing resilience and bold new thinking, and the stage is set for a day filled with groundbreaking insights, inspiring conversations, and electrifying energy.

We’re thrilled to reveal the agenda for Dublin, where experts from across the sector will be sharing their knowledge and sparking discussions that tackle the biggest issues head-on. From sustainability and AI to visitor experiences and creative networking, our lineup promises to leave you energized and ready to drive change in your own work.

Between thought-provoking panels, networking opportunities, and live performances from RIAM, RECHARGE Dublin promises to be an unmissable event packed with innovation, fresh perspectives, and plenty of inspiration.

Check out the full agenda below, and if you've not yet done so, secure your space —we can’t wait to see you there!

RECHARGE DUBLIN 2024: The Agenda 

• 10:00 | MORNING ELECTRICI-TEA

A warm welcome of teas & coffees for our attendees

• 10:30 – 10:45 | POWER ON
Conference welcome by Ticketsolve MD, Paul Fadden

• 10:45 – 11:15 | ENDURANCE ENERGY
An opening keynote from Easy Street Entertainment and Olympics Ireland on selling the Irish Olympics to the world this summer

• 11:15 – 11:30 | RECHARGE IN 15
The Visitor Experience with Drew Duggan of Book of Kells Experience 

• 11:30 – 12:15 | POWERING SUSTAINABILITY
An honest conversation on the role of the creative industries in supporting climate action with Jed Dowling, Festival Director at Dublin Pride, Lisa Fitzsimmons, Strategy and sustainability lead at IMMA, Bernie McCoy of Creative Futures Academy and Irma McLoughlin CEO of Performing Arts Forum

• 12:15 - 12:30 | BRIGHT IDEAS
An insight into building a network with special guest and Ticketsolve Community member

• 12:30 - 13:30 | REFUEL & CONNECT
Lunch & Networking. Please note, RIAM will be conducting a venue tour from 13:10. Spaces are limited and require further booking.

• 13:35 - 13:50 | AMPLIFY THE AFTERNOON
A short music performance by students at RIAM joined also by Deborah Kelleher, Director of RIAM sharing the story of their redevelopment project and Whyte Recital Hall

• 13:50 - 14:05 | HIGH IMPACT
An insight into models and modes of keeping the energy brought to you by Team Ticketsolve

• 14:05 - 14:35 | ENERGY EFFICIENCIES
Taking us beyond the chat bot, Brian Hanly CEO of leading AI firm, Brightbeam supports a movement towards AI models that support the arts and culture sector

• 14:35 - 14:50 | REFRESH & REVITALISE
Afternoon comfort break with teas & coffees

• 14:55 - 15:30 | FUELING GROWTH
A conversation with leading Irish consumer brands on the connections between consumer loyalty, brand values and your bottom line (or triple bottom line). Featuring an expert panel from Ireland’s top-leading brand specialists

• 15:30 - 16:00 | FULL CHARGE
Closing keynote by Chris Spring, Chief Product Officer of Ticketsolve

• 16:00 - 20:30| AFTERGLOW
Join us for an evening social at Kennedy’s