BASE 2026: Co-Creation, Building Better Businesses Together
A one-day conference in Amsterdam for founders building businesses where profit and purpose go hand-in-hand.
BASE Conference brings founders, creators and changemakers to Amsterdam for a day of real conversations, practical learning, and the kind of connections that turn into actual business. BASE intentionally keeps the room to around 150 people on purpose. Small enough that you’ll actually talk to people. Curated enough that the people you talk to are worth talking to.
This year’s theme is co-creation and we will look at how entrepreneurs, organisations, communities and partners can best work together to build stronger businesses, more relevant solutions, and healthier ecosystems. Less grinding alone and more building together. Because running a business doesn’t have to be a solo sport.
⚠️ What: A yearly business conference by BASE and Spin Ideas
⚠️ Who: Founders and entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, freelancers, small business owners, expats and international entrepreneurs in the Netherlands
⚠️ When: Thursday, 29.10.2026, 14:30 – 20:00
Where: Social Impact Factory, Kauwgomballenfabriek, Willem Fenengastraat 2, 1096 BN Amsterdam, the Netherlands
THE FOUR PILLARS OF BASE
Everything at BASE is built around four things every founder has to get right:
- ✅ BUILD: Resource management and strong foundations
- ✅ ADVANCE: Sales and marketing that connect
- ✅ SUSTAIN: Finance and profitability with impact
- ✅ ELEVATE: Innovation that drives growth
PROGRAMME
The event will take place on Thursday, 29.10.2026. The conference programme lasts 6 hours and takes place 14:30 – 20:00.
- 🔺 Main stage sessions — speakers who’ve built it, not just theorised about it
- 🔺 Workshops and masterclasses — small groups, hands-on, something you can use straight away
- 🔺 Expert Q&A sessions — 30 minutes, your questions, direct answers
- 🔺 Curated networking — we make introductions on purpose, not by accident
- 🔺 Closing drinks — where a lot of the good stuff happens anyway
REGISTRATION
🎟️ Early Bird Ticket price: €95,58 incl. VAT
🎟️ Regular Ticket price: €177,37 incl. VAT
🎟️ Last-Minute Ticket price: €202,54 incl. VAT
Reserve your spot today on Eventbrite. Empower yourself and grow your business. Join the event and connect with fellow entrepreneurs! See you there!
ABOUT THE VENUE
The Social Impact Factory at the iconic Kauwgomballenfabriek is a dynamic and creative meeting space located in the vibrant East of Amsterdam. This inspiring venue is designed for entrepreneurs, changemakers, and professionals dedicated to driving positive social change. Kauwgomballenfabriek provides a stimulating and professional setting in one of Amsterdam’s emerging creative districts.
Just a short distance from Amsterdam Amstel Station and easily accessible by metro, tram, and bike, the location offers excellent public transport connections across the city and beyond. For those arriving by car, nearby parking is available and the venue is conveniently located near the A10 ring road.
Housed in a repurposed chewing gum factory, the space blends industrial heritage with modern design. It features flexible meeting rooms, co-working areas, and event spaces—perfect for workshops, networking gatherings, and innovation-driven programmes. The venue’s focus on collaboration, sustainability, and community impact makes it a popular choice for purpose-led organisations and professional coaching events in Amsterdam.
Kauwgomballenfabriek is conveniently accessible by public transport.
-
Metro lines: 51, 53, and 54 -
Nearest metro stop: Van der Madeweg (about a 5-minute walk from the venue)
This station is a key metro interchange, offering direct connections from:
-
Amsterdam Centraal Station -
Amsterdam Amstel
-
Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA
-
Amsterdam Sloterdijk
ABOUT BASE
BASE for the founders, creators, and changemakers doing business differently. It’s for the small business owners who want to collaborate and scale with purpose. We welcome both small and large players – not to compete, but to co-create new models of doing business that are more human, sustainable, and equitable. If you’re here to learn, experiment, build meaningful relationships, and grow as a business that reflects your values (where profit and purpose go hand in hand), you’re in the right place. Each event is unique, and allows you to learn from fellow local founders and entrepreneurs, share your expertise with the community and enjoy a fun evening out with founders in Amsterdam.
Meet entrepreneurs at events that are fun and provide a structure for connection at the same time. Connect with founders from a variety of backgrounds, industries, and experience levels. You’ll always leave the event feeling more inspired, energized, and motivated. The events are an opportunity to share your knowledge, experience, and network with inspiring entrepreneurs, so they can have a bigger impact. Have you ever been to a networking event where you only got to interact with a couple of people? BASE events take place in Amsterdam and are intentionally designed for you to make multiple valuable new connections in a friendly setting. They are intended exclusively for founders, so that you get to make several new and valuable connections in just a couple of hours.
DISCLAIMER
The information provided on this website is for inspiration and general reference only. While LaMatu aims to keep details accurate and up to date, it cannot guarantee their completeness or correctness. LaMatu is not responsible for any changes, updates, or cancellations related to this event. LaMatu disclaims any liability for errors, omissions, or decisions made based on this information. For the most current details, please refer to the official event organisers.
