Freelancing Unfiltered: Panel Talk & Tips

Wednesday April 16, 18:00-20:00 Free event • Aspiring & current freelancers

Curious about the freelancing life or already navigating it? Join us for an honest and practical panel talk with experienced freelancers from different industries as they share the highs, lows, and lessons of working independently.

Whether you’re just thinking about freelancing or already doing it full-time, this event is for you. It’s a chance to meet other freelancers, hear real stories, pick up practical tips, and ask questions you’ve been wondering about.

We’ll talk about finding clients, setting rates, staying motivated — and all the messy, rewarding stuff in between.

All you need to know

You will learn..
• Insights and honest stories from real freelancers

• Tips for getting started (or growing)

• Advice on mindset, money, and managing your time

• A chance to ask your own questions

• Community connection (you’re not alone!)

When
Wednesday 16th of April 18-20:00

Where
At Albufeira Coworking, Rua do Tenís 13 Albufeira.

For whom
Open to anyone who’s freelancing — or thinking about it.The event will be held in English, but we’ll also have Portuguese-speaking panellists and translation available.

Price
Free event, limited seats.

Say Olá to the panelists!

Dr. Anna Jerzewska

Trade advisor / Founder Trade & Borders

Dr Anna Jerzewska is a recognised authority on customs and international trade with over 18 years of experience in academia, public and private sectors. She is the customs rapporteur for EuroCommerce in Brussles, representing European retailers in front of the EU Commission. She is also a Trade advisor at CBAMBOO.

Website: www.tradeandborders.com.

Chace O’Neill

Strategy consultant / Co-founder toomrkt

Originally from London and now based in the Algarve, Chace began his journey in e-commerce back in 2017, launching and growing his own online brands. Today, he works with DTC (E-Commerce) businesses as a consultant and freelancer, a role he’s been in for the past two years.

Websites: www.toomrkt.com & www.dtcmode.com

Victor Pruteanu

Designer freelancer / Co-founder Divergent

Originally from Moldova, Victor has spent the past 5+ years working as a freelancer across motion design, web design, graphic design, and print. He runs the creative agency Divergent, working mainly with clients from the UK. He’s also part of the clothing brand Bando.

Guna Meldere

Creative Director / Transformation coach

Originally from Latvia, Guna started her journey in entrepreneurship 17 years ago. Successfully founded and operated multiple businesses in branding and web design, online business/ marketing consulting, coaching and creative services. She’s running creative agency Masterpiece Brand and hosting podcast Brand Notes & coffee.

Website: gunameldere.com/connect/

Reach out to us on hello@albufeiracoworking.com if you have questions.

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