Berlin Connect: isla

Overview

This Berlin Connect session, in collaboration with isla, brings together women from diverse industries for a fast-paced and inspiring evening of conversation and connections.

Get to know:

• Charissa Chioccarelli, Founder of isla
• Alexandra Preusche, Founder & Creative Lead of AP STUDIOS 
• Arianna Plevisani, Chef & Entrepreneur, Founder of Ari’s  
• Sevil Uguz, CEO at 0049x, founding member of PLATTE
• Seanal Newday Yu, Team Lead at Hagius, ON Ambassador  
• Sera Akyazici, Founder of TOURIST    
• Valerie Salazar, Senior Brand Marketing, global sneaker brand  

..as they share insights, tips, and personal stories from their business journeys — meant to inspire and empower.

The session includes 10 rounds of 5-minute one-on-one conversations, offering the chance to connect not only with these featured women, but also with fellow guests in a meaningful, engaging format.  

It’s all about exchanging ideas, building authentic relationships, and strengthening the community—one conversation at a time.

Stay after the event to keep the energy going—enjoy drinks and a DJ set by isla radio’s own Charissla, creating the perfect vibe to continue connecting and celebrating together.

Image credit: © Marie Staggat
 
 

Host 

Charissa Chioccarelli, Creative Strategist & Founder isla world
Charissa Chioccarelli is a creative strategist, cultural connector, and founder of isla, a Berlin-born beauty brand and community platform. She has grown isla Berlin from a cult nail studio into a multi-platform business, which is launching products, experiences, and partnerships that resonate globally. Her work sits at the intersection of entrepreneurship, culture, and innovation.
 

Schedule

• 17:00: Doors Open  
• 17:15: Intro by Charissa
• 17:30 - 19:00: Speed Connect  
• 19:00 - 22:00: DJ set by Charissla, isla radio  
   

Tickets

• 5 € – Event 
• 15 € – Event + Museum  

Fotografiska Members can attend this event for free, but must RSVP to [email protected] to secure their reservation.