Summit

CATALYST SUMMIT AMSTERDAM

November 10, 2026

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm CET

Adyen Offices

Rokin 49, 1012 KE Amsterdam

CATALYST SUMMIT AMSTERDAM

Introw is our exclusive PRM partner for the Catalyst Summit Amsterdam.

Join partnership leaders from Amsterdam for a half day of insights, networking, and hands-on learning.


The Catalyst Summit Amsterdam is your opportunity to connect with top partnership, alliance, channel, and GTM leaders who are building the next generation of ecosystems for their companies. Share strategies, exchange ideas, and explore what it takes to build modern, high-impact partner programs. Whether you're focused on ecosystem growth, co-selling, or unlocking new channels, you'll find valuable perspectives from peers and pioneers in the field.


Leave with more than just ideas—walk away with real strategies, actionable takeaways, and new relationships to fuel your work in 2026 and beyond.

Event Agenda

1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Registration and Networking
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Catalyst Summit Keynote

A high-energy opening session designed to kick off the Summit with the latest insights and trends from the Partnership Leaders team and a special guest speaker, Xaveer Fluitman of Adyen.

2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Thought Leadership

These presentation sessions offers the latest insights and best practices from carefully selected top leaders in our industry. Themes might include AI, partner programs, ecosystem strategy, marketplaces, partner marketing, and other relevant topics to maximize the impact on our respective companies and careers.

2:30 pm – 3:15 pm
Power Circles

Hosted by industry leaders, Power Circles are deep-dive group discussions focused on a specific topic. Participants can ask questions, share real challenges, and exchange practical insights with peers and leaders.

• Maciek Szczesniak - Building Business Outcomes Channel
• Bart Dirksen - Traction at Scale: How AI Accelerates Your Partnership Operating Model
• Fabian Truijen - Partner Resale: Growth Opportunity or Double-Edged Sword

3:15 pm – 3:45 pm
Break

Take a moment to recharge and connect with peers during these dedicated networking breaks.

3:45 pm – 4:15 pm
Thought Leadership

These presentation sessions offers the latest insights and best practices from carefully selected top leaders in our industry. Themes might include AI, partner programs, ecosystem strategy, marketplaces, partner marketing, and other relevant topics to maximize the impact on our respective companies and careers.

4:15 pm – 4:30 pm
Closing Remarks
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Catalyst Mixer

Finish the day with a celebratory happy hour.  Spend time with the community, meet our wonderful sponsors, and keep the energy going over delicious food and drinks.

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Speakers

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Chris Samila

Co-Founder, Chief Partner Officer

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Xaveer Fluitman

Xaveer Fluitman

VP Partnerships, EMEA

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Maciek Szczesniak

Global SMB and Channel Expert

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Bart Dirksen Headshot

Bart Dirksen

Lead Partnerships

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Fabian Truijen Headshot

Fabian Truijen

Global Partner Leader

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Many Thanks to Our Event Sponsors

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Just a Few of the Amazing Companies that Attend Our Summits

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Many Thanks to Our Event Sponsors

Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?

Fill out this form, and we will be in touch!

Just a Few of the Amazing Companies that Attend Our Summits

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