LevelUp Europe and You

by Jackson UpmannAnnouncementsNov 14, 2024

Please join us for LevelUp Europe 2025 in Sofia, Bulgaria!

LevelUp is a conference for people who want to thrive in life and support freedom on solid ground.

You will:

  • Learn fundamental and practical ideas for improving your life and advancing liberty,
  • Engage and make friends with people who create the futures they want,
  • Level up in life and create the future you want.

Here’s what attendees say about LevelUp:

“LevelUp inspired me to reflect on how I live my life—and how I want to live it.” —Kenna

“I came away feeling positively buoyant—not only smarter and happier, but a clearer thinker.” —Dan

“Every talk was intellectually exhilarating. I met amazing people, made great memories, and feel inspired and energized.” —Julian

“LevelUp is the single best investment I have ever made in myself.” —Steven

Take advantage of early-bird pricing and save 25%.


If you’re aged 18–29, you can apply for a scholarship to cover the full cost of your hotel room. Only 80 scholarships are available—and they will go fast! 


Excel in life. Fight for liberty. —If these are your goals, this conference is for you.

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