From June 9 to 10, 2022, we had the incredible opportunity to attend the Fifteen Seconds Festival in Graz, Austria. This international platform celebrates innovation and creativity, bringing together forward-thinking minds from around the globe.
Since its inception in 2014, the festival has drawn tens of thousands of attendees eager to exchange ideas, inspire each other, and drive progress. Its mission is to “educate the other way,” encouraging attendees to “grow their network and learn from the best in the world of innovation and creativity.” The event attracts curious, driven individuals passionate about positive change and shaping the future.
Key Highlights from the Festival
During the festival, the Luminousred founders had the chance to immerse themselves in learning from some of the most inspiring minds across diverse fields.
Some of the standout speakers included:
- Maria Mileder (Global Head of Innovation, Paypal)
- Sebastian Tomich (SVP & Global Head Of Advertising, The New York Times)
- Tiffany Dockery (Director of Product, Etsy)
- Philip Inghelbrecht (Founder, Shazam)
- Michelle Morrison (Director of Strategy & Operations, Twitter)
- Josh Higgins (Global Chief Creative Officer, Meta)
- Kate Williams (CEO, 1% for the Planet)
- Caroline Reid (Sustainability Director EMEA, Oatly)
In total, 150 speakers from across the world shared their expertise and insights on ten forward-looking topics:
- Circular Economy – Solutions for sustainability
- Smart City – Urban space innovation
- Plant-Based – Healthier nutrition and climate protection
- Female Leadership – Reshaping the economic landscape
- Green Tech – Tackling the climate crisis
- Universal Design – Inclusive design systems
- Mobility – Transforming societal and organizational dynamics
- Web3 – Exploring the future of the internet
- Ungendered Lifestyle – Breaking gender norms
- Social Networks – Examining the role of social media
Female Leadership: A Core Focus
One of the festival's main themes, Female Leadership, resonated deeply with us as a female-led company. We believe strong female leaders are instrumental in fostering equity, influencing workplace policies, and attracting a diverse workforce. Having our CEO represent female leadership at the festival was both an honor and an inspiration.
Networking and Learning
The event wasn’t just about talks; it was also a hub for networking and exchanging ideas with professionals from various industries. From stage discussions to side events, we built valuable connections and gained insights into emerging trends shaping the future.
Luminousred’s Booth Experience
A standout moment for us was showcasing Luminousred in the expo area. Our booth, featuring the Model1 and Model2+2 Duo, offered visitors a chance to unwind and experience the benefits of red light therapy firsthand. Seeing attendees relax and enjoy the light experience was truly rewarding.
Looking Ahead
The Fifteen Seconds Festival was an incredible, insightful two days filled with inspiration, innovation, and connections. We’re excited to apply what we’ve learned to further Luminousred’s mission and take our work to the next level.
Learn more about the festival and its vision here.
