Nightclubs today face many of the same challenges, regardless of the city they are based in. Rising costs, changing audience expectations, safety, licensing, staffing, competition, community building and the search for a sustainable business model are putting increasing pressure on the sector.

At the same time, we see inspiring examples around the world of clubs that have managed to build a strong identity and community while continuing to evolve with the times.

We will explore concrete best practices, lessons and ideas that can be relevant to clubs and organisers beyond their own cities. How do you build a strong club culture? How do you approach safety and wellbeing? How do you collaborate with the city and local community? How do you build a financially sustainable operation? And how do you stay relevant in an ever-changing nightlife landscape?