Program
Nomad Summit is back!
Our flagship event in Chiang Mai, January 2025 is designed to inspire, connect, and empower builders.
We kick off with two high-energy conference days, 18-19 January, where keynotes from successful founders and interactive panels provide inspiration and ignite ideas.
This isn’t just about listening – it’s about action. We invite everyone who is ready to create to take part in the Buildathon pitching session, form teams and build something great.
As organisers, we want to provide the foundation, but it’s the energy and contributions of the community that bring Nomad Summit to life. Join us to connect, create, and be part of a movement driven by the power of building – together.
Main Themes
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Building success
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Building a life of freedom
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Building ideas into action
Who is this for?
Nomad Summit attracts a diverse, ambitious group of digital pioneers—individuals who recognize themselves as builders, creators, and innovators in pursuit of freedom and impact.
Digital nomads and Remote workers who are drawn to events that offer community and growth
Techies, Builders and Hackathon enthusiasts who love rapid problem-solving and team collaboration
Indie hackers and aspiring founders who are looking to connect with like-minded people and learn from each other
Freelancers evolving into founders who are looking for inspiration to transform their freelance work into something bigger
Agenda
Conference program January 17-19, 2025
January 17th
Day 0
Welcome evening
18.00 Networking and drinks
January 18th
Day 1
Inspirational Stories & Idea Pitches
13.15-14.00 Keynote “Building the new startup playbook”
14.00-14.45 Keynote “Building global communities. The e-Residency story”
We gather idea submissions before the event from people who would like to build something together during the week. Can be a tech solution but can also be an idea for a social initiative or a collaborative platform. The criteria: you have an idea you want to build + you are looking for people to join your team.
15.45-16.45 Coffee break. & The Buildathon: team formation
16.45-17.30 Closing conversation. “Building in Thailand. The local builder’s community.” + Wrap-up.
Official Afterparty
January 19th
Day 2
Building Knowledge & Mindset
10.00-11.00 Morning coffee
11.00-11.45 Keynote. “Building with new tools. Rapid prototyping with AI tools.”
11.45-12.30 Keynote. “Building for growth: staying indie vs raising VC money”
12.30-14.00 Lunch buffet + networking
14.00-14.45 “Building a sense of freedom and family”
14.45-15.30 “Building a strong mindset. Mistakes and Millions: Lessons from a Retired Digital Nomad.”
15.30-17.00 Unconference sessions. Buildathon building sessions. + Coffee/snacks available.
17.00-17.30 Wrap-up in the main hall.
Nomad Summit Pool Party
Buildathon
… is a hackathon for builders. During the Nomad Summit, we invite digital nomads, indie hackers, techies, creators and problem-solvers come together to make ideas real.
How does it work?
The Buildathon kicks off with idea pitches, where attendees can present their concepts, form teams, and start building. Over 3 days, teams will collaborate, receive mentorship, and participate in regular check-ins. On Wednesday, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch your project, showcasing what you’ve built and the impact it can make.
Why should you take part?
Hackathons are an environment for creativity and efficiency. Have an idea but haven’t done anything about it? Invite people to help you validate and build it together. Want to use your skills to build something impactful? Listen to the ideas and join someone’s team. Ideas cost nothing, executing with an agile, diverse team is the way to success.
What kind of ideas are we looking for?
We welcome ideas across various fields, from tech solutions and social initiatives to community platforms. If you’re passionate about building something impactful, innovative, and meaningful, the Buildathon is the perfect place to bring it to life.
Next steps?
If you have an idea and would like to pitch, please send an email to [email protected] with a short description.
JANUARY 20-26, 2025
Nomad Week
The excitement doesn’t stop with the main conference on Saturday and Sunday—it’s about a full week of side events that offer unique opportunities for networking, learning, and community-building.
Side events at the Nomad Week are the perfect opportunity to dive deeper into the topics that matter to you and meet incredible people in the community. We’re expecting over 400 attendees, and even more from the Chiang Mai digital nomad scene.
Host your own side event!
Whether you’re a digital nomad, remote worker, or location-independent entrepreneur, this is your chance to organize and attend specialized events that interest you.
Speakers
Join a thriving community of digital nomads as we bring together visionary speakers from around the globe to inspire, connect, and share insights.
Johnny FD
Founder of Nomad Summit
Mistakes and Millions: Lessons from a Retired Digital Nomad.
Melissa Palipea
PR & Community Manager at e-Residency
Learnings from managing a large community with limited resources: Meliisa has been managing 100k+ community of the e-Residency program of Estonia for the last 5 years.
Doris Dario
Relocation & Travel Coach
