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SUMMIT
The Summit is the main part of Global Freelancers Festival. More than 100 Guest of Honors will take part of this Summit, who spoke and supported our previous monthly meetups. It’s comprehensive celebration of the freelancing community, bringing together professionals from across the globe.ย The event features a blend of insightful discussions, practical learning sessions, and recognition of outstanding talent. Attendees can explore cutting-edge solutions at the expo, and connect with industry experts at the summit. The festival culminates in an award function, honoring those who have made significant contributions to the freelancing world. This event is designed to inspire, educate, and elevate the freelancing community to new heights.
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Highlights of the event
Summit
Experts Talks | Panel Discussion | Award Ceremony
EXPO 2024
150+ Stalls Freelancers and Startups
Workshops
Power Packed Workshop in 3 Tracks for Beginners, Intermediates and Experts
Awards
25+ Categories of recognizing talents
Guests of honour
100+ Great minds of our nation and our previous speakers
Chief Guest
c k kUMARAVEL
Founder of Naturals
Keynote Speaker
Mohan K
Co-Founder/CEO at IppoPay
Topic - The art of ZERO to ONE
Keynote Speaker
Vijay Pravin Maharajan
CEO of BitsCrunch
Topic - Kutty Story of Building BitsCrunch
Connecting Virtually From Germany
Keynote Speaker
Dharaneetharan G D
CEO of Social Eagle
Topic - Pushing the boundaries
Keynote Speaker
Jaya Shakthi Kannan
CEO of CDIX Innovations
Topic - Sustainable freelancing
Keynote Speaker
Sudharsanan Ganapathy
Founder of The Social Company
Topic - Fireside Chat
Panel Discussion
Sangeetha S Abishek
Director at SODME
Topic - Opportunities & Challenges in Gig Economy
Epaphra T
Storyteller | Founder @ TownScholar
Topic - Opportunities & Challenges in Gig Economy
Jack Antoโ
Founder @ Madrasters
Head of Marketing & Design @ M2P Fintech
Topic - Opportunities & Challenges in Gig Economy
Pooja Srinivasa Raja
Founder of The Love Hope Company
Topic - Opportunities & Challenges in Gig Economy
parvathi madhu nair
Founder's office @ PayGlocal
Topic - Opportunities & Challenges in Gig Economy
Ashish Agarwal
Senior Vice president - Gig Banking
Topic - Opportunities & Challenges in Gig Economy
Guests of Honour and Previous Speakers
Thanga Vel Puhal
Radha Rengachari
Harish Venkatesh
Sri Ram
Narmada Udayakumar
M L Stallin Suriya
Poornima T M
Divya Raviraj
Agnel John
Prathiba Leoโ
Harish kotra
Rohini Subramanian
Previous GFF2025 Highlights
Get your tickets
Silver Pass
Entry to Summit
Free Entry to Expo
Access to Pre-Summit Webinar
Giveaways
Lunch & Refreshments
Matchmaking - Only participation
Gold Pass
Entry to Summit
Free Entry to Expo
Access to Pre-Summit Webinar
Giveaways
Lunch & Refreshments
Matchmaking - Hiring Eligibility
Employer Badge (I'm here to recruit)
Reserved Seating
20% Offer in Astravue
1 Month Entry to CFC Event
1 Month CFC Premium Group - Free Access
โReclaim Your Lifeโ Book signed by the author Mr. Dharaneetharan (Worth โน500)
Platinum Pass
VIP Entry to Summit
Free Entry to Expo
Exclusive Access to Pre-Summit Webinar
Curated Giveaways
Special Buffet Lunch with Guest of Honors
Matchmaking Access with Hiring Eligibility
Employer Badge โ โIโm Here to Recruitโ
Reserved Front Row Seating
30% Offer on Astravue (Worth โน3,500)
Next 3 Months Entry to CFC Events (Worth โน3,000)
3-Month CFC Premium Group Access (Worth โน1,500)
1 Hour Podcast Recording at The Podly Studio (Worth โน2,500)
Exclusive WhatsApp Group Invitation
Direct Networking with Speakers & Special Guests
Social Media Poster Mention
Gala Dinner & After-Party Networking (Worth โน3,500)
โReclaim Your Lifeโ Book signed by the author Mr. Dharaneetharan (Worth โน500)
ZoZo Connect Smart Card (Worth โน1,000)
Exciting Announcement
Are you a startup founder worried about server costs? Hereโs your chance to win big at the Global Freelancers Festival 2025!
How to Partcipate:
1. Bring Your Business card
2. Drop it into the FishBowl at the Event.
3. One lucky winner will be picked and announced on stage.
Note:
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Not applicable for Expo and Workshop registrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Venue: IIT Madras Research Park, Chennai
Date: 28th February 2026
Timing: 8 AM to 6 PM
Platinum Pass: Reserved front-row seating with Guests of Honour.
Gold Pass: Reserved seating.
Silver Pass: Seating will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
At this point, we don’t offer refunds. However, you can transfer your pass to a friend.
For Information: Kishali@ 9363634134
For Directions: Aravintha @ 8870788712
For Registration: Anu @ 9363635135
Email: hello@makerstribe.in
Itโs an event celebrating freelancing and entrepreneurship. The festival consists of a Summit, Expo, Workshops, and Awards. This is the largest gathering of aiming 10,000+ Freelancers, Solopreneurs, and Startup founders.
The Summit is the main event of the Global Freelancers Festival. It features expert speakers, panel discussions, an award ceremony, and much more. With 1200+ participants and over 100 prominent Guests of Honour, itโs the largest networking event of its kind.
By Air: Chennai International/Domestic Airport is 8 miles away, approximately a 30-minute drive.
By Train: The venue is just opposite to Thiruvanmiyur Railway Station.
By Bus: The nearest bus stop is Tidal Park.
For Direction, please contact Aravintha @ 8870788712
The event is open for Anyone. But Freelancers, Solopreneurs, Entrepreneurs, Tech enthusiasts, and Startup founders will found this most useful.
Yes, parking is available.
We collect requirements from Gold & Platinum Pass holders and share them with participants registered for the Summit & Expo. If someone is interested, we’ll arrange a meeting between you and the potential prospects at a designated time during the festival.
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee a 100% suitable match. You are responsible for conducting your own background verification. We do not charge any fees from either party upon successful recruitment. All hiring decisions and liabilities remain solely yourย responsibility.
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