BIMA Nods & Noms | A Celebration of Top Digital Talent in the North

Join Us for Nods & Noms – A Fresh Take on Industry Recognition

There are tons of awards out there that will give your team recognition – but how often have you found yourself leaving out the REAL story behind those amazing projects?

Challenges you overcame, lessons learned, and how you became stronger as a unit because of them?

Those things are rarely included in award entries, but they’re the reality of agency life and the real reason behind success.

To celebrate the incredible digital talent in the north in a new and more authentic way, the BIMA North Council is holding the first Nods & Noms event this June, in partnership with AND Digital.

This isn’t just about winners and trophies! It’s about honest conversations, inspiring insights, and sharing some of the challenges behind the best projects.

You’ll get the chance to showcase key work you’re proud of in a 90 second lightning talk – but with a twist, diving into project realities that make your story so relatable to other agencies. We’ll also have a panel discussion with industry leaders, so you’ll leave with fresh perspectives, an expanded community, and a renewed appreciation for the creative and digital scene in the North.

Expect great conversations, invaluable connections, and a relaxed atmosphere where we recognise the skill that often flies under the radar. Secure your spot and be part of a community that truly “gets” it.

The Nods and Noms event is designed to:

• Celebrate and showcase outstanding work from agencies in the North that may not always get national recognition
• Foster an open and supportive community where agencies share learnings, challenges, and successes
• Provide a relaxed, engaging space for professionals at all levels to network, share knowledge, and gain visibility
• Create a safer environment for younger team members to hone their presenting skills, and for start-ups who want to field test ideas
• Offer an alternative to traditional awards events – where the focus is not just on winners but on the trials and tribulations that lead to a finished project

Who should attend:

• Creative, digital, and tech agencies – a new opportunity for you and your team to showcase key projects, grow your network, and share expertise with a community that “gets” it.
• Emerging talent & junior professionals – gain experience in presenting, confidence in public speaking, and get the chance to speak to seasoned professionals for career inspiration
• Business leaders & decision-makers – engage with rising talent, discuss industry trends, and celebrate the sector’s success as well as the work you’re proud of
• Startups & innovators – test ideas, share challenges, and get industry feedback in a supportive environment before putting yourself up for awards and investor pitches
• BIMA members & community builders – reinforce the strength of the digital sector in the North, create new partnerships and make strategic alliances with businesses like yours

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