The Agency Curve Community North invites members to an exclusive event in Manchester where we'll unpack how agencies can stay culturally relevant, build deeper brand partnerships, and future-proof their value in an evolving marketplace - with insights straight from leading brands on what they’ll expect in 2026 and beyond.
Join industry leaders as they discuss:
- Cultural Relevance & Consumer Shifts
- Creativity with Purpose
- Tech and automation rewriting the rules
- Future-Proof Brand Building
Panel line up:
🌟Catriona Mantle, Marketing Director at Arla Foods
🌟Sophie Sheldon, Group Procurement Category Manager at Odeon
🌟James Cross, CCO & Founder at Meanwhile
🌟Duncan Wood, Managing Director at The Ingenuity Group
Hosted by Grace Easter, Commercial Director - North at The Ingenuity Group
Agenda:
- 5.30pm : Arrival, drinks, networking
- 6.15pm : Panel discussion & Q&A
- 7.15pm onwards : Networking, drinks & canapes
The Agency Curve Community is designed to empower agency leaders in the North of England to stay ahead of the curve. It provides the tools and insights needed to align with what brands seek in agency partners, ensuring your agency stands out as the top choice for clients, investors, and talent alike. The community has also been designed to keep agencies at the forefront of innovative new business strategies, helping you adapt to and make the most of evolving client needs.






