FOMO Becomes the Epicenter of Entrepreneurship
Dain Walker, a branding giant, Daniel Priestley, a renowned international entrepreneur, and dozens of Romanian speakers join FOMO festival.
FOMO – The Festival Of Modern Owners is raising the stakes once again, announcing two major international names alongside Steven Bartlett, Simon Squibb, Ari Scott, and Sara Al Madani: Dain Walker, global branding expert and CEO of Rivyl, and Daniel Priestley, serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and creator of the “Key Person of Influence” method. Alongside them, over 50 Romanian entrepreneurs and specialists will complete the FOMO 2025 lineup, transforming the festival into a hub of applicable knowledge, inspiration, and valuable connections.
From May 21-25, 2025, at Sala Palatului and partner locations in Bucharest, FOMO will become the stage where the journey from idea to reality is discussed, offering insights into marketing, branding, investment, technology, education, and business strategies.
A Community of People Who Make Things Happen
FOMO is not just about success stories – it’s about the realities of modern entrepreneurship, the challenges, and lessons that come with launching and scaling a business. The newly confirmed speakers prove that real impact comes from courage, adaptability, and well-thought-out strategies. Among the guests are:
- Raluca Leafu – Entrepreneur and founder of Joule Project
- Alina Sime – Strategy specialist and Sky Diving instructor, TNT Brothers
- Dragoș Boeru – Entrepreneur, co-founder of TNT Brothers
- Dan Preda – CEO of Afaceri in Control, financial consultant
- Ana Maria Udriște – Entrepreneur, lawyer, and fractional CMO
- Sabin Dima – Tech innovator, founder & CEO of Humans.ai
- Radu Georgescu – One of the most experienced Romanian investors
- Beatrice Dumitrache – CMO of ESX, expert in strategic development and digital transformation
- Vlad Tudor – Entrepreneur and AI solutions expert
- Eric Bartha – Financial services director at SeedBlink, startup growth expert
- Marius Ghenea – Experienced investor, entrepreneur, and Managing Partner at Catalyst Romania
- Cristian Bolocan – SEO expert, partner at Limitless
- Robert Bobosa – Data analytics expert, Google analytics consultant
- George Man – Founder and Managing Partner of Creative Market, niche positioning expert
- Ștefan Hamza – Founder and Creative Director of Hamza
- Ilinca Păun – Founder of Bravva Angels and Bravva Female Founders
- Tudor Costinaș – Digital communication specialist, Communications Director at Electric Castle
These and many more will cover essential topics such as branding and digital strategy, accelerated business growth, smart investments, team development, and business innovation.
FOMO is not just a place to listen—it’s a place to build, connect, and experience. In addition to the main stage sessions at Sala Palatului, the festival from May 21-25, 2025, will also feature:
- Q&A sessions and meet-the-speaker events at partner locations
- Networking events for business partnerships
- Activities that blend business with creativity and wellness
“FOMO 2025 will be about action. This year’s edition brings together people who don’t just talk about success—they show how to get there. Dain Walker and Daniel Priestley join Steven Bartlett, host of Europe’s most listened-to business podcast – The Diary of a CEO, as well as Sara Al Madani and Simon Squibb, entrepreneurs who have turned ideas into empires. Additionally, Romanian speakers will provide key insights for anyone looking to scale their business or innovate. This festival is not just an event, but a space where people rewrite their professional paths, rethink their strategies, and create valuable connections.” – Robert Graur, co-founder of MO – Modern Owners
Tickets are now available at www.modernowners.com.
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