18th CIM Digital Marketing Conference

Stay ahead of the trends shaping the future of digital marketing

08 Jul 2026
Cambridge
CPD Eligible Counts towards your CPD

Overview

Now in its 18th year, the CIM Digital Marketing Conference brings together leading marketers and top industry suppliers for a full day of insight, innovation and practical learning. 

Why attend?

This year’s programme highlights the key trends shaping digital marketing, including AI, email marketing, social media and cross-channel engagement, supported by real-world case studies from standout campaigns. With interactive sessions, expert presentations and streamed B2B and B2C discussion groups, attendees will gain actionable ideas and fresh inspiration while connecting with peers across the digital marketing community.

Guest speakers include:-

Abdul Zahid, Lecturer in Marketing Management at Anglia Ruskin University

Ben Wood, Performance Director at Hallam

Duncan Bird, Innovation Director at Oxford Innovation and Founder of AI Works

Dan Roche, CMO at Workbooks CRM

Jo Bird, Founder and Creative Director of Just Jo Bird

Luke Brynley-Jones, Founder and Managing Director at OST

Margaret Ward, Founder and Managing Director of Claddagh Creative

Mat Perkins, CEO and AI pioneer at The AI Guys

Tristan Silva, Insights Manager at IAB

 

The event is kindly sponsored by Arboreal Marketing Ltd.

 

The prices shown when purchasing tickets are ex-VAT. When you get to the checkout page the VAT will then be added to the price. You'll receive your booking confirmation after purchasing, and keep an eye out for a reminder email which will arrive in your inbox a few days before the event.

For those on our CPD programme, by attending this event you can claim the following credits:

CPD duration: 6 hours

On the day

Registration and networking from 08:30, the event starts at 09:30 and finishes at 16:30.

Refreshments and lunch will be provided. Most dietary options will be catered for, however if you have any specific requirements please inform the team at [email protected] at the time of booking to ensure your dietary needs can be catered for.

Time Session Speaker
08:45

Registration & tea/coffee

09:30

Welcome & Chair for the day

Matt Horsup - Digital Director | Itineris

09:40

The state of digital advertising and futurescape

Tristan Silva - Insights Manager | IAB

10:15

Mindsets, micro-segments and the new psychology of 'Me-Marketing'

Abdul Zahid - Lecturer in Marketing Management | Anglia Ruskin University

10:50

Tea/coffee & networking

11:15

Why email is one of the most powerful community-building tools you already own

Margaret Ward - Founder & Managing Director | Claddagh Creative

11:50

The LinkedIn growth model: What B2B marketers need to change in 2026

Luke Brynley-Jones - Founder & Managing Director | OST

12:25

Own the idea: Build a personal brand that turns your credibility into career wins 

Jo Bird - Founder & Creative Director | Just Jo Bird

13:00

Lunch

14:00

CIM Research report

James Delves - Head of PR & External Affairs | CIM

14:30

AI powered competitor analysis for your business and client pitches

Hyper-personalised marketing with AI - creating a unique experience for every customer

Duncan Bird - Innovation Director | Oxford Innovation & Founder of AI Works

Mat Parkins - Chief Executive A AI pioneer | The AI Guy

15:15

Tea/coffee & networking

15:45

Creativity as a growth lever: How bold B2B brands win

Ben Wood - Performance Director | Hallam & Dan Roche - CMO | Workbooks CRM

16:20 Closing remarks Chris Daly - CEO | CIM
16:40

Optional tour of war museum

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Event Date

Address
Imperial War Museum - Duxford
Duxford
Cambridge
CB22 4QR
Abdul Zahid
Lecturer in Marketing Management, Anglia Ruskin University
Ben Wood
Performance Director, Hallam
Dan Roche
CMO, Workbooks CRM
Duncan Bird
Innovation Director, Oxford Innovation
Jo Bird
Founder & Creative Director, Just Jo Bird
Luke Brynley-Jones
Founder and Managing Director, OST
Margaret Ward
Founder & Managing Director, Claddagh Creative
Mat Parkins
CEO & AI Pioneer, The AI Guys
Tristan Silva
Insight Manager, IAB