At Locarno Pro, AC moderated StepIn’s opening panel and roundtables, where 50 industry leaders explored Embracing Risk across financing, distribution, press, and DEI, with findings published in the StepIn Report co-edited by THE CATALYSTS. At Locarno Diplomacy Day, AC spoke to diplomats, public stakeholders, and NGOs on film as a catalyst for peacebuilding in a shifting global and media landscape. At the Locarno Industry Academy, AC offered “laser coaching” to help participants recalibrate careers and nurture talent.

Le Cercle Dîner French Tech brought together 20 selected speakers to discuss AI’s Impact on Business, Language & Human Connection. Organised by LA FRENCH TECH BERLIN, with a guest list co-curated by THE CATALYSTS, and in collaboration with Heartfelt VC, the VIP event brought together a small group of great minds in tech from France and Germany - including founders, researchers, corporate leaders, investors, policy makers.