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.
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
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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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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