The Human Cloud Podcast Ep. 173: Freelance Unlocked 2025, Europe’s Top Freelance Conference – Building a Stronger Freelance Economy, Together
In this special episode of the Human Cloud Podcast, we sit down with the organizers behind Freelance Unlocked, Europe’s #1 conference for freelancers and solopreneurs. Held May 14-15 in Berlin, this year’s event arrives at a critical time for the freelance economy. While freelancers face mounting challenges—economic downturns, political uncertainty, and a flood of AI disruption—this conversation is a reminder of what’s possible when freelancers come together to learn, share, and build community.
You’ll hear from Marc Clemens, Founder of CodeControl & 9am, Manuel Meurer Founder & CEO of Uplink, Thomas Maas, CEO of Freelancermap, and Jon Younger Founder of Mensch.Work, hosted by Matthew Mottola Human Cloud CEO . Together, they discuss the state of freelancing today, why professionalization matters, and how the power of community and knowledge sharing can carry the freelance economy forward.
Key Takeaways:
Why now is a defining moment for the freelance economy
The impact of AI, economic pressures, and remote work on freelancers
How community and upskilling reduce risk and drive growth
What freelancers and platforms must do to increase trust with clients
What to expect at Freelance Unlocked 2025 in Berlin