​MEETSSS is back! Sort of. shesaid.so is excited to team up with the Vans Checkerboard Fund at Tides Foundation to host two events in Bucharest, Romania and London, UK this year.

​We’re kicking things off in Bucharest on 18 June 2025 with a micro-MEETSSS gathering at the stunning Hotel Marmorosch. This marks our first-ever event in Romania, and we can't wait to connect with the local creative community.

​This event offers a unique opportunity to get to know shesaid.so, connect with fellow Romanian music professionals, and explore collaboration and exchange opportunities with the UK.

​The event is primarily targeted at music industry professionals and creatives based in Romania, however any of our global and local chapter members are welcome to join.

​Drinks and light snacks will be provided.

​Free to attend – RSVP required

​Expect:

​Live music from local talent & mixer
A curated industry panel featuring:

• ​Alina Eremia – Artist

• ​Linda Ayoola – Global Head of Music, Platoon (Apple)

• ​Yewi Omo – Creative Strategist

• ​Lisa Young In – Head of Digital, TaP Music

• ​Moderated by Andreea Magdalina, founder of shesaid.so

​Click HERE to learn more about our speakers.

​Schedule:

​18:30-19:30: Doors Open & Welcome (Lobby)

​19:30-20:30: Panel discussion (Vienna Room, next to Lobby)

​20:30-22:30: Networking, Music & Drinks (Lobby)

​We’re proud to collaborate with some of the most forward-thinking organisations in the Romanian music scene.

• ​UNTOLD Festival – Romania’s biggest electronic music festival, named Best Major Festival at the European Festival Awards. This year’s edition (Aug 7–10) features artists like Becky Hill, Post Malone, Black Coffee, and Delia.

• ​Global Records – One of the country’s leading independent labels with 150+ annual releases. Home to top Romanian talent and a strong global vision.

• ​Forward Agency – With over 30 years of combined experience, Forward represents 80+ artists and has delivered 1,000+ creative campaigns for music and brand clients.

• ​Hype – A Bucharest-based team of event managers and creative producers known for immersive, high-impact brand and music experiences.

• ​Women in Music Romania – A platform supporting women across the music industry through mentoring, education, and visibility.

• ​Absolut Vodka – Absolut Vodka will join us in making this event a space for connection and celebration. We’ll be serving a special cocktail on the night: the Rockstar Martini