In the years since 2009, Web Summit has grown from a 150-person conference in Dublin to a global event series gathering more than 140,000 attendees every year from all over the world. We build incredible things, from technology and stages to relationships and experiences.
Since 2009, we've grown our team to more than 340 people. At our headquarters in Dublin, Ireland – and in Portugal, Canada, Qatar, Brazil and many more locations around the world – incredible engineers, developers, producers, designers, marketers and salespeople come together to create unique global events.
In Europe, North America, South America, Asia and the Middle East, we are builders of world-class global technology festivals. Our events take on the flavour of their surroundings, while still retaining the successful framework we've fine-tuned over the years.
Web Summit events have become unrivalled global meeting places for the world's most disruptive technology companies, and for those interested in how that disruption can transform their businesses and their lives.
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Pros: The opportunity to be at the forefront of the technology event landscape is unparalleled. You get to connect with brilliant minds and see cutting-edge tech emerge. The team culture is generally collaborative, and there's a genuine effort to foster a sense of community, especially among those working remotely. It's a place where you can really build your network and understanding of the global tech scene.
Cons: The workload can become quite heavy, particularly in the months leading up to major events like Web Summit Lisbon or Collision. Communication between departments sometimes feels a bit disconnected during peak times, which can lead to minor inefficiencies. While there's flexibility, managing expectations around availability during critical phases is key. More streamlined project management tools could help.
Advice to Management: Consider implementing more robust cross-departmental communication protocols, especially during pre-event sprints. Investing in shared project management software could also significantly improve workflow efficiency and reduce the feeling of being overwhelmed during peak operational periods for your global events.
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Pros: The best part about working at Web Summit is the exposure to the international tech scene and the opportunity to contribute to world-class events like Web Summit itself and others. You meet a lot of interesting people and learn so much about event production and the fast-paced tech world. The team is generally passionate and dedicated, which creates a good collaborative spirit during busy periods.
Cons: While the work is rewarding, the intensity can be challenging. There are periods, especially leading up to events, where work-life balance gets a bit strained, and long hours are quite common. It's not always easy to switch off. The pay, while fair for the industry, could be more competitive to reflect the demands and the high cost of living in Lisbon.
Advice to Management: Consider further optimizing workload distribution during peak event cycles and exploring more flexible compensation structures to better align with industry standards and employee retention goals.
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Pros: The opportunity to work on world-class tech events is unparalleled. You get to network with incredible people and be at the forefront of innovation. The team is generally very passionate and driven, making for a collaborative and energetic atmosphere. There's a real sense of accomplishment after a successful event.
Cons: While exciting, the nature of event planning means work-life balance can be challenging, especially during peak seasons. Communication can sometimes be a bit scattered due to the rapid growth and multiple projects. It's not always easy to switch off when deadlines are looming.
Advice to Management: Focus on streamlining internal communication and providing clearer team leads during intense event planning periods to help manage workload more predictably.
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What are the employee benefits like at a company that attends Web Summit?
Attending Web Summit meant my company offered excellent travel stipends and accommodation support, which was a huge perk for us in the tech industry, especially in Lisbon.
What's it like working on major tech events like Web Summit in Lisbon?
It's incredibly dynamic! I helped manage operations for a large tech conference, coordinating with global teams and vendors, which was a fantastic experience for someone in event management.
What's the salary range like for marketing roles at Web Summit, a major tech conference company in Lisbon?
For marketing roles at Web Summit, I've seen salaries vary, but they generally align with industry standards for mid-level positions in a large tech event organization. It's competitive for the Lisbon area.
What is the typical salary range for a Junior Content Creator role at Web Summit, especially for someone based in Lisbon?
For a Junior Content Creator role in Lisbon at Web Summit, I've seen salaries typically range from €25,000 to €32,000 annually, depending on specific experience and skills. It felt competitive within the tech event industry for that level.
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