Radiodays Europe has announced its first confirmed speakers for its 2026 event, which will take place from March 22–24, 2026, at the ATTA Centre in Riga, Latvia. The conference will again bring together professionals from across radio, podcasting and audio production.
Organizers have confirmed an initial lineup of international speakers representing multiple sectors of the audio industry:
- Amy Nordrum, executive editor at MIT Technology Review
- Jan-Henrik Schmelter, CEO and program director of Radio BOB!
- Lærke Lytken, development editor at P4, DR Nyheder
- Craig Bruce, talent coach and broadcaster
- Ron Baetiong, founder and CEO of Podcast Network Asia
More speakers are expected to be announced in the coming months.
Event details
Radiodays Europe 2026 will feature its regular format of keynote sessions, panel discussions and workshops. The event typically attracts more than 1,500 participants from over 65 countries, including broadcasters, podcasters, producers, journalists and technology providers.
The conference will begin on Sunday, March 22, with a series of “Sunday Summits,” covering topics such as artificial intelligence in audio, programming innovation, podcast growth, monetization, youth content, audiobooks and inclusion. Monday, March 23, and Tuesday, March 24, will include keynote presentations, technical sessions and networking opportunities.
Accommodation offer
Radiodays Europe has partnered with Wellton Hotels in Riga to provide accommodation options for delegates. The partner hotels — Wellton Centrum Hotel & SPA, Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA and Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel — are located in the city center, within easy reach of the venue.
Delegates can access a 10% discount on bookings made directly through the hotels’ official websites using the promo code RDE2026. The offer is valid until March 16, 2026, for stays between March 18 and 27, 2026. The hotels are approximately 15 minutes by taxi or 20–40 minutes by public transport from the ATTA Centre.
Registration for Radiodays Europe 2026 is open. Organizers note that sponsorship opportunities are also available, with current rates valid until Oct. 24, 2025.
You can find more details about the event and speaker announcements here, and register for the event here.
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