September 10, 2024

Things I Wish I Knew - Career Tips: What Marketeers Wish They Knew at the Start of Their Careers

Have you ever wondered what experienced marketing professionals would tell their younger selves if they could go back in time? What key lessons did they learn on the path to success that they wish they knew when first starting out?

This event brings together a panel of seasoned marketing veterans to share their personal stories and insights. Attendees will hear firsthand accounts of the challenges, missteps, and hard-won victories from the early stages of these experts' careers.

From pitfalls to overcome, to unexpected skills to develop, to essential mindset shifts - this is a unique opportunity to learn directly from those who have "been there, done that" in the fast-paced world of marketing. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career-changer, or simply looking to accelerate your marketing journey, you're sure to leave this event armed with practical wisdom and a fresh perspective.

Speakers:

Jamie Fulham, Planning Manager @ Diageo Ireland 

Emma O’Doherty, Chief Client Officer @ Mindshare

Rachel Ray, Group Strategy Director @ dentsu 

Emmet Heneghan, Creative Copywriter @ Droga5/Accenture Song 

Shireen McDonagh, Head of Brand @ Legacy Communications

DATE: Tuesday 10th September

VENUE: Dentsu (D04 HE94)

TIME: 6.15pm-8.00pm. Doors will open at 6.00pm.

TICKETS: €20 per ticket, including refreshments.

September 24, 2024

The Future of Marketing

Join us for an exclusive event on Tuesday, 24th September as we interrupt our regular programming to welcome the Accenture Song Global Creative Chair Nick Law to Ireland.

This is an exclusive, members complementary event in collaboration with Accenture Song. Space is limited so please register your interest ASAP!

After hearing from Nick on stage in Cannes, we knew we had to bring this conversation home. Nick’s unique blend of hindsight, insight, and foresight is sure to spark fresh ideas and inspiration for the future of our industry.

We are excited to welcome Tom Lyons, of The Currency, to guide the conversation!

About Nick
Nick’s career in design, advertising and digital media has spanned 30 years and four continents, working with the brightest and best across multiple creative disciplines. He has twice been named in the Creativity 50, a list of the world’s most influential creative people. Nick joined in February 2022 as Creative Chairperson of Accenture Song. He is one of the world’s most progressive and versatile creative leaders, who believes design is a foundational creative discipline that shapes how we interact with the world – and how we change it for the better. He leads with a focus on service and experience design, setting the direction and nurturing the culture of the practice, with the aim of driving growth through relevance for our clients. In addition, he is helping apply creative thinking and craft to emerging technologies.

TICKETS: Complimentary
VENUE: Accenture Dock, 7 @Hanover Quay, Grand Canal Dock, D02 YN32
TIME: 8.30am - 10am

Upcoming Track Events 2024

• Focus on Insight & Trends: 3rd October. Brought to you in Association with Ipsos B&A
• Focus on Culture:  24th October. Brought to you in Association with Red C Research
• Focus on Creativity:  Date to be confirmed. Brought to you in Association with Publicis
• Focus on Experience: 28th November. Brought to you in Association with Allied Global Marketing

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