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www.digital2015.co.uk
www.digital2015.co.uk
The annual festival of digital innovation,
insight and inspiration.
Hosted in Wales, located in the UK,
open to the world.
June 8th and 9th 2015
Celtic Manor Resort, Newport, Wales
www.digital2015.co.uk
DIGITAL ECONOMY –
THE POTENTIAL
Digital technologies have revolutionised the way we live our daily lives,
changing everything from the way we communicate and socialise to
the way we do business. Companies and individuals are constantly
innovating thanks to new ideas, products, services and skills, all of which
are underpinned by digital.
Booz & Co data shows
that the connected digital Gartner estimates that
economy contributed by 2020 we will have
£860bn to world GDP between
26 billion
devices connected to the
2007 and 2012. internet excluding PCs,
smartphones and tablets.
1.46 million
ABI Research suggests
that this figure could be
in excess of 30 billion.
people employed in digital companies, Over one million
with this forecast to grow 5.4% by 2020 digital technology
(higher than total job growth). jobs were advertised
*Career Builder employment data for 2013 in 2014.
98% +28%
year on year
of digital companies according to Adzuna
in the UK are small report in January
businesses. 2015.
*www.duedil.com/technation/2015
(January 2015)
www.digital2015.co.uk
ABOUT
THE SHOW
Digital 2015 will bring together more than 1,300 people from all corners
of the digital economy to learn, share ideas, make connections and
develop business opportunities.
Combining unrivalled insights from leading experts, the technology cluster in South Wales, as recently
engaging interactive panel debates, plentiful identified by the UK Government in the Tech Nation
networking opportunities, practical skills workshops report, by encouraging and supporting the growth
and much more this is the third event of its kind and of digital and ICT skills and businesses. It will also
the most ambitious yet. demonstrate the role that digital technologies and
innovations can play in transforming processes,
In order to cement a digital legacy for Wales, Digital driving efficiency and delivering economic success for
2015 will be the first event delivered as part of a businesses of all sizes.
longer-term vision. It will harness the fast growth of
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Digital 2015 will celebrate the possibilities, the achievements, the opportunities and the
potential of digital technologies. Whilst this applies to a broad range of people, the event will be
of particular interest to:
Companies, in either the private or public sector, who are looking to build partnerships with like-minded
organisations.
Companies at every stage of development, united by their interest in using digital to further their ambitions or
an idea that needs support.
Individuals with digital skills that they want to use, and organisations that are seeking these individuals.
Providers of digital technology and techniques who are looking to promote their products and services.
Anyone interested in the opportunities presented by the increasing proliferation of digital
throughout society.
www.digital2015.co.uk
WHAT WILL BE
COVERED
Digital 2015 will see a refreshed format and the addition of a number of
exciting new features, ensuring that delegates can tailor their experience to
suit their own particular digital interests and ability level.
DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL
SKILLS ENTREPRENEURS INNOVATION SHOWCASE
A chance to look at what Identifying the key Looking at the Demonstrating how
digital skills will be important elements for success innovations and megatrends digital is being applied in
in the future, and what (e.g. funding, mentoring, shaping the digital innovative ways within a
opportunities exist now. marketing), as well as landscape for businesses variety of different industries.
companies that have forged and individuals.
Two days of workshops, Two days of panel
a path for themselves within
panel discussions and talks Two days of panel discussions and case study
digital.
delivered by experts in the discussions and talks presentations delivered
field. Two days of panel delivered by technology by people that are using
discussions and speeches experts and futurologists. digital within a broad range
Aimed at students
delivered by experts in the of businesses, and experts
(secondary and tertiary Aimed at business
field and those with success who have a view on where it
education), adult learners, owners, digital professionals
stories to share. is headed.
skills and training providers and anyone interested in
and anyone looking to learn Aimed at business finding out what are the Aimed at business
new digital led skills. There owners, entrepreneurs emerging areas of digital. owners, digital professionals
will also be the opportunity and anyone looking to and anyone wanting to
for those with existing understand how digital see where digital skills
digital skills to be matched technology and skills can and technology are being
to those with gaps in their support business success. applied in their particular
organisation. industry or business type.
WHAT’S NEW FOR 2015?
Multiple ‘stages’ of speakers and content, including one aimed specifically at SME’s and entrepreneurs.
Mix of session formats, including keynotes, panel discussions and live pitches.
The chance to experience digital in action, with exciting live demonstrations and interactive elements.
Dedicated networking opportunities and the chance to make meaningful contacts.
More opportunities to match employers to candidates with the digital skills that are in demand.www.digital2015.co.uk
THE FRINGE
@ DIGITAL 2015
For the first time, this year’s event will include a number of events, meet-
ups, workshops, networking opportunities and content streams aimed at
specific groups from the broader digital economy. We’re calling it…
THE FRINGE
Elements of The Fringe will be taking place throughout the day on both the 8th and 9th of June at the Celtic Manor
Resort, both as standalone sessions and alongside the main agenda. Events will be confirmed regularly in the build
up to Digital 2015, with current planned elements to include:
DIGITAL
CYBER INWARD TRANS-
FINTECH TEACHMEET SECURITY INVESTMENT FORMATION
A content programme An opportunity for A series of sessions A showcase for A chance to find out
aimed at those teachers, education aimed at helping anyone looking to about the projects that
businesses that are leaders and digital IT and security invest/locate in Wales. look set to transform
providing financial technology providers professionals to the digital landscape
technology for to share good understand and in the medium to long
insurance, pensions, practice, practical protect their business term.
stock markets and innovations and against the latest
payments. Identifying personal insights threats.
the latest emerging in teaching with
trends that will impact technology.
on this market.www.digital2015.co.uk LAST YEAR’S HIGHLIGHTS With thanks to our 2014 sponsors
www.digital2015.co.uk
CALL FOR
SPEAKERS
Over the two-day conference agenda a number of If you’d like the opportunity to speak, and be
world-class speakers and businesses will provide considered as an authority within your field
their opinion on the latest digital trends and their please contact the team on 01291 626200 or
expectations for the future. The Digital 2015 organisers digital2015@cohesive.uk.com. You will need to
are seeking submissions from expert speakers whose provide a current biography and an overview of
knowledge and vision will inspire and educate the your specialist subject.
conference attendees.
SPEAKER GUIDELINES
Speakers are responsible for their own hotel and travel expenses.
Keynote speaking opportunities are by invitation only.
If aspeaker is submitted to the call for speakers, they must be able to attend the event, and specify if unable to
make both days.
Speakers may be submitted for multiple topics.
The majority of accepted speakers tend to be senior-level professionals.
Speakers are chosen based on the name in the submission. Please make sure you have the appropriate speaker
identified prior to submitting your proposal.
If selected to speak at Digital 2015, your title, company and bio will be promoted on our website and in
marketing materials.
We do not share our attendee or press lists with speakers.
Promotional materials may not be distributed in session rooms.www.digital2015.co.uk
SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
Digital 2015 will give your business STAGE SPONSORS
the opportunity to: (5 packages available)
ponsorship of one of the stages: Digital Skills,
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Be seen by more than 1,300 high quality delegates.
Digital Opportunities, Digital Trends, Digital Showcase,
Generate new business leads. Pop-Up Marketplace.
Build brand presence and raise profile.
One speaking session on your sponsored stage.
Forge strategic partnerships and joint ventures.
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randing within dedicated area of the event and in
Discuss your latest products and projects with
pre-publicity (website and email) relating to that part of
prospective buyers.
the event.
Promote new and unique services to delegate.
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The following packages are available at Digital 2015, to place literature within delegate bags.
with special offers available for multi-year support.
ccess to stage speakers, and two places at the VIP
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reception on Monday 8th June.
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HEADLINE SPONSORS showreel (NB: raw footage will be made available to
(2 packages available) you for your own marketing purposes).
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verall sponsorship of the event, with a particular Cost: £10,000+VAT
focus on keynote sessions.
One speaking session on each day of the event.
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randing throughout pre-publicity across all APP SPONSOR
communications channels (website and email comms), (1 package available)
high visibility during the event (show floor, event
brochure, event screens, agenda, delegate packs).
Branding on dedicated Digital 2015 app.
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presenter. to place literature within delegate bags.
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ccess to keynote speakers, invite to VIP dinner
Two places at the VIP reception on Monday 8th June.
hosted by Sir Terry Matthews, and three places at the
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VIP reception on Monday 8th June. showreel (NB: raw footage will be made available to
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tand within the Pop-Up Marketplace and opportunity you for your own marketing purposes).
to place literature within delegate bags. Cost: £7,500+VAT
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showreel (NB: raw footage will be made available to
you for your own marketing purposes).
One page advert within event brochure.
Cost: £25,000+VATwww.digital2015.co.uk
To request more information on how you
can gain brand exposure and generate leads
for your company please contact the team on
01291 626200 or digital2015@cohesive.uk.com
VIP RECEPTION SPONSOR POP-UP MARKETPLACE STAND
(1 package available) (20 available)
rominent branding at the invite only evening reception,
P Branded stand within dedicated area of event.
which will be attended by sponsors, speakers and
Logo on Pop-Up Marketplace area of event website,
VIPs. We expect a minimum of one hundred people.
and included in pre-event emails about this area.
Logo
on event website, and included in pre-event
One place at the VIP reception on Monday 8th June.
emails.
Cost: £1,500+VAT
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to place literature within delegate bags.
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ive places at the VIP reception on Monday 8th June.
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0 second video testimonial to be included in event LITERATURE IN DELEGATE BAGS
showreel (NB: raw footage will be made available to Opportunity to insert one piece of literature into
you for your own marketing purposes). delegate bags handed out to more than 1,300
Cost: £7,500+VAT delegates upon arrival.
Cost: £750+VAT
DELEGATE BAGS SPONSOR
(1 package available) VIP DINNER SPONSOR
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randing on bags handed out to more than 1,300 (1 package available)
delegates upon arrival. Branding on menus at this illustrious VIP dinner,
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on event website, and included in pre-event hosted by Sir Terry Matthews and a senior Welsh
emails. Government minister, which will be attended by
senior industry dignitaries.
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ne place at the VIP reception on Monday 8th June.
Logo on event website, and included in pre-event emails.
Cost: £5,000+VAT
Stand within the Pop-Up Marketplace and opportunity
to place literature within delegate bags.
One place at the VIP dinner and one place at the VIP
DELEGATE LANYARDS & reception on Monday 8th June.
NAME BADGES SPONSOR 60 second video testimonial to be included in event
(1 package available) showreel (NB: raw footage will be made available to
you for your own marketing purposes).
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delegates during the event. Cost: £5,000+VAT
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