Adapt & Thrive: Creators in the AI World – hosted by Álvaro Cintas
As part of the pre-Upscale Conf series, we're hosting an intimate evening at the Freepik Office in San Francisco — a space for real conversations between people who are shaping the future of creativity and AI.
This invite-only meetup brings together creators, technologists, and our own Freepik team for an off-the-record exchange on what’s changing, what’s working, and what’s next. No slides, no stage. Just the people behind the tools and ideas, talking openly.
Guiding the conversation will be Álvaro Cintas, a leading voice in the AI and tech community — not just for his academic credentials (PhD in Computer Science & Engineering), but for his talent in translating complexity into clarity. As a professor, public educator, and digital communicator followed by thousands, Álvaro has built a trusted space online for anyone trying to make sense of AI, cybersecurity, and the tech shaping our future. Expect sharp questions, grounded insights, and a human-first approach to where we go from here.
We’ll start with a panel conversation titled “Adapt & Thrive: Creators in an AI World”, featuring Joaquín Cuenca (Freepik CEO), Sofía López (AI Growth), creators Linus Ekenstam and Claire Xue — with Álvaro Cintas as host. Expect honest takes on what it's like to stay creative as the landscape shifts — from personal stories to big-picture questions on identity, visibility, and how AI is reshaping the role of the creator.
Schedule
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
Survive, Adapt, Thrive: Creativity in an AI World
Hosted by Álvaro Cintas
A raw, unscripted conversation with Joaquín, Sofia, Claire, and Linus. We'll talk about the journey of Freepik, how AI is changing the creative process, and what it means to stay human when everything’s moving fast. The audience will be invited to jump in — questions, thoughts, or just listening in.
6:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Networking + Food & Drinks
Stay for casual food, drinks, and deeper chats. Mingle with fellow creators, AI partners, and the Freepik team — whether you’re here to network or just unwind and connect.
About Freepik:
With FREEPIK, we help others turn their ideas into great designs faster, easier and better.
We help anyone express the power of their ideas, facilitate the work of designers, creatives, and professionals, and be an ally for entrepreneurs and small businesses that need to showcase their image or brand to the world.
We believe in the power of good design and love to share it with everyone we meet.
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