Best New Conference / Event (over 500 attendees)
Adwanted Events, The Future of Media Manchester
Launched in 2021 in London, The Future of Media has become the UK’s leading business conference dedicated to commercial media. Powered by The Media Leader and driven by four core values of disruption, innovation, courage and excellence, we were delighted to expand the debate, discussion and celebration of our industry to the media community in the north of England and Scotland in 2024.
The inaugural edition of The Future of Media Manchester gathered 600 media leaders and future leaders to hear best practice in commercial media buying, selling, planning, as well as insights on changing media business models and market opportunities. The Future of Media Manchester attracted the most senior delegates and speakers from across the industry, fostering partnerships and connecting buy and sell side.
Our aim is to pioneer a new chapter in the industry; to bring you the most important conversations in commercial media. Hosted within weeks of The Future of Media London, this event was been built to ensure the entire ecosystem has a voice. For us, this is not a regional event. This is the future of media.
CloserStill Media, Women’s Health Professional Care
In 2022, Women’s Health Professional Care was launched with a bold vision to revolutionise women’s healthcare through education, innovation, and collaboration. This event brings together top healthcare professionals, and thought leaders to share cutting-edge knowledge and foster meaningful dialogue on the future of women’s health. By addressing the unique challenges and needs of women’s healthcare, it creates an environment where professionals can learn from the latest advancements and research, ensuring that attendees stay ahead of evolving medical trends and practices.
What sets Women’s Health Professional Care apart is its focus on actionable solutions, with a program designed to encourage practical learning and immediate implementation in clinical settings. The event’s impact is amplified through a diverse array of speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities, building lasting connections across disciplines. Its commitment to advancing healthcare for women is evident in the groundbreaking content and the level of engagement it fosters among attendees.
Winning the Best New Conference and Event Award would acknowledge the event’s significant contribution to advancing women’s healthcare and its role in shaping the future of the industry. It exemplifies innovation, education, and the power of collaboration to drive lasting change.
DRPG, No7 Presents Virtual Event
The No7 Presents Virtual Event brought together 1,500 advisors for an immersive hybrid experience designed to showcase the new Pro Artist Makeup collection. Combining virtual broadcast with regional watch parties, the event gave advisors both a live, interactive session and a local connection. Highlights included hands-on makeup demonstrations, live Q&As, and interactive polls that kept the audience engaged. The finale celebrated top-performing advisors, reinforcing brand loyalty and driving motivation. By blending digital and in-person elements, the event created a dynamic environment that not only educated but also fostered deeper emotional connections with the No7 brand, positioning it for continued success.
LegalTechTalk 2024
LegalTechTalk was the event that brought the legal industry to the modern era, described by some as an ‘inflection point’ for the entire industry.
The mission of the event is to drive positive transformation in an archaic industry that has been the slowest sector to go through ‘digital transformation’ – in our first year we brought together over 2,500 leaders, 300 speakers and 100+ sponsors from all around the world, in a festival-style show. We provide actionable insights, valuable connections and inspiration to the legal industry that are striving to innovate and evolve their business operations to stay ahead of competition, and maybe more importantly, to avoid falling behind as we’ve seen in many other industries already (think blockbuster, toy’s r us, kodak, black cabs etc.) – every industry has had disrupters, and we’re here to promote the disrupters in legal, but also to protect the incumbents by enabling them to innovate.”
Mindvalley, Future Human 2025
Future Human 2025 was the largest Mindvalley event to date, offering a transformative three-day journey into the skills, mindsets, and strategies needed to thrive in a fast-changing world. Led by top teachers and visionaries, it equipped attendees with the tools to excel in their careers, boost their health, and fast-track their path to an extraordinary life, blending breakthrough learning with real-world fun.
The event featured over 20 global leaders, including Jay Shetty, Steven Bartlett, and EVE, who shared invaluable insights on personal growth, longevity, and AI. Structured across three thematic days—“A Smarter You,” “A Healthier You,” and “Manifest Your Dream Life”—Future Human provided a comprehensive and immersive experience.
Held at Expo City Dubai in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, the event capitalized on its strategic location known for innovation. Mindvalley’s Six app fostered meaningful connections among attendees, further enhancing engagement.
With 40 brand partnerships, strong media coverage, and high engagement across virtual and in-person formats, Future Human 2025 exceeded its commercial and strategic objectives, setting the stage for future growth and establishing Mindvalley’s presence in the Middle East.
National Housing Federation & Chartered Institute of Housing, The Housing Community Summit 2024
The Housing Community Summit is a new concept for housing events. Bringing together the power and influence of the sector’s two largest membership organisations – the National Housing Federation (NHF) and the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) – this flagship partnership event has been created by the sector, for the sector. The event brings the UK housing sector together under one roof to discuss and tackle the issues facing the sector economically and politically.
In its first year the Housing Community Summit surpassed all expectations, welcoming over 2,600 participants on-site, all of whom had purchased their tickets in advance, meaning the event was completely sold out days before.
Exhibition space also sold out months in advance, with many organisations requesting to join a waiting list for an opportunity to exhibit at the event. With sold out capacity, the event still achieved a remarkable 91% satisfaction rate among attendees.
Delegates expressed their enthusiasm for this ground breaking and brand new collaboration between the two biggest housing membership bodies in the UK, National Housing Federation (NHF) and the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) each time new information was announced.
The Assembly Events Ltd, HairCon
HairCon is no ordinary trade show, it’s a revolution for the professional hair and barbering industry. A collective of industry-leading brands unite to craft an unparalleled experience, where creativity, education, and innovation come together to shape the future of hair. Unmissable stage shows, immersive brand experiences, noteworthy panel discussions, engaging demonstrations, and entertainment long into the evening, HairCon brings the industry together like never before.
HairCon is NOT your typical trade show. Say goodbye to dull exhibition halls and hello to the electrifying atmosphere of the O2 Victoria Warehouse!
This unique event concept set the stage for something extraordinary. Imagine a festival vibe, TV studio energy, and high production value – the perfect backdrop for salon and barber owners, top stylists, and brands to connect stay day into night and do business with!
