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Join us at the home of Concorde for a fundraising dinner and auction in aid of the next project from 401, The USA 2020 Challenge.

Enjoy a welcome drink, red carpet experience, tour of Concorde, 3 course meal and auction, all hosted by our very own Bristol born Joe Sims.

Help us get our volunteer team to the USA in order for them to raise £1 million for The 401 Foundation and Youth Sport, inspiring young to use the power of sport and physical activity to help improve their health and wellbeing.

Following on from the success of the original 401 Challenge in 2015 that saw Ben Smith run 401 marathons in 401 days raising over £330,00 for two charities and being honoured with a Pride of Britain Award and the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Helen Rollason Award in 2016, he is now taking on a new epic challenge…USA2020! In a nutshell, Ben will be running one marathon in each of the 50 US state capitals and then cycling between them… this equates to more than 14,000 miles in just 104 days!

Please click this link for the sponsorship packages and individual tickets, or if you would like more information please do not hesitate to contact [email protected].

Please also note that Ben Smith would be delighted to come along as part of either the Platinum or Gold package and deliver an inspiring talk for up to 1 hour including Q&A to your staff, colleagues or customers. This will need to be arranged at a mutually convenient time and only expenses will be charged (usual cost is £3000 plus VAT; this will be included in your sponsorship fee).

Ben’s talks are relatable, personal and engaging. You will hear about his life experiences where he was severely bullied at school which had a profound impact on his confidence, self-esteem and identity. You will hear about what inspired him to run 401 Marathons in 401 days and why he is preparing for his second epic fundraising event in July, the USA 2020 Challenge. Ben was recognised after his 401 Challenge and was awarded many accolades including Pride of Britain and BBC Sports Personality Helen Rollason Award in 2016, you can see his story here https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/sports-personality/38304281.

Just give Liz a call on 0117 301 8223 if you’d like to find out any more, thanks for reading and hope to see you there.

Pimento is a network of independent agencies and consultants, covering just about every aspect of marketing strategy and communications. We work with clients of all sizes, providing them with the most compelling and relevant advice in business and marketing communications. With over 200 agencies covering more than 100 different marketing specialisms, we draw on the skills of experienced individuals and agencies to create bespoke marketing solutions to a client’s specific project or brief.

The Pimento 6pm Clubs are hosted around the country, throughout the year, to give our members the opportunity to meet, discuss and collaborate.

Pimento members and those that are interested in becoming members, along with brands, are invited to an evening hosted by Pimento member AgencyUK. AgencyUK is an integrated brand communications agency. Privately owned, proudly independent. They work with clients they believe in, to help them grow and connect with their audiences.

The event takes place on Wednesday 26th February 2020, at Walcot House, 90B Walcot St, Bath BA1 5BG. To get more details and to register your attendance, email [email protected]

Prepare to be amazed at ‘The Greatest Show’ on Thursday 23rd April at the home of Concorde, Aerospace Museum, Bristol – all in aid of The 401 Challenge ‘USA 2020’!

Guests and VIP’s will be treated to spectacular aerial artists and breathtaking trapeze acts, fabulous food and drink, hosted by our very own Bristol born Joe Sims.

The evening is in aid of The USA 2020 Challenge which aims to raise £1 million to support UK and US charities which use the power of sport and physical activity to help improve people’s health and wellbeing.

Please click this link for the sponsorship packages for the event, just here for individual tickets, or if you would like more information please do not hesitate to contact [email protected]

Ben’s talks are relatable, personal and engaging. You will hear about his life experiences where he was severely bullied at school which had a profound impact on his confidence, self esteem and identity. You will hear about what inspired him to run 401 Marathons in 401 days and why he is preparing for his second epic fundraising event in July, the USA 2020 Challenge. Ben was recognised after his 401 Challenge and was awarded many accolades including Pride of Britain and BBC Sports Personality Helen Rollason Award in 2016, you can see his story here https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/sports-personality/38304281.

Just give Liz a call on 0117 301 8223 if you’d like to find out any more, thanks for reading and hope to see you at The Greatest Show if not before!

Join us and BIMA as the Head of Immersive Tech Council, Nicola Rosa, delivers a masterclass on Immersive Tech. Nicola will help attendees understand the possibilities of immersive technologies in this 2 hour masterclass.

This event is free for Bristol Media or BIMA members.

Who?

Nicola Rosa, Product Strategist, Accenture. Chair, BIMA Immersive Tech Council

Nicola is a Product strategist, experience designer, and digital transformation expert, Nicola is currently part of the Accenture Digital UKI where he is the Go-To Market Lead for XR (AR,VR, and MR). With more than 15 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry, Nicola worked for companies like Atari, Google, Spotify, Yahoo!, Virgin Radio and IBM iX designing B2E, B2B and B2C digital products and numerous App Store hits.

Where & When?

The mastercalss takes place on Wednesday 12th February, 3-5pm in the auditorium at Prophecy Unlimited, Glass Wharf, Bristol.

Tickets are free if you are a Bristol Media member or BIMA member, or £15 + VAT for non-members. To get your Member discount code email [email protected]

If you’re not a member, please BOOK HERE

MEET South West, the regions only event dedicated to the event industry (meta huh!) is taking place on Friday next week and promises an information (and fun) packed day.

With more than 300 event professionals expected to attend, visitors will benefit from over 10 hours of sessions from industry-leading speakers covering topics as diverse as AI for events and how to lose your sponsors through to using events as a marketing tool and personal wellbeing. Alongside the programme is a curated exhibition of more than 50 venues, suppliers and event agencies, as well as a showcase stage presenting the best in event entertainment.

Tickets for this FREE event are still available so if you work in events or use events in your marketing mix, be sure to secure your place.

Communications agency Purplefish is thrilled to have launched a series of meet-ups for creative businesses based at the Paintworks, Bristol’s creative quarter.

Together with fellow Paintworks-dwellers Sundog, Purplefish intends the monthly, informal events to facilitate the sharing of ideas and experiences between the exciting companies that call each other neighbours.

The first meet-up, which took place on 9^th January, was hosted at the Purplefish office and saw a variety of Paintworks tenants in attendance including the Royal Photographic Society, Studio Giggle, Zeal Interiors, Mum Does Design, Otrovez and Sundog.

The idea is that the group moves around to a different business each time, all in the name of collaboration.

Commenting on the event, Purplefish managing director, Joanna Randall, said: “The community aspect of the Paintworks was a huge pull-factor for us in deciding to move here in October 2018.

“With our neighbours all doing such interesting work in their respective industries, we wanted to encourage more connections whilst keeping things informal, not forced or ‘salesy’ in any way.

“The invitation truly is open to all creatives at Paintworks – whether you are a sole-trader or a larger business, we’d love to get to know you!”

If you’re a creative business based at Paintworks, keep an eye out for details about the February event via the Purplefish social channels.

Friends of Saint Paul’s library were delighted that poet and writer Lemn Sissay was able to join us in April to read some of his poetry. One of the most important comments he made was about how – 30 years ago – his career started in libraries up and down the country. He stressed that libraries were cultural hubs, places where great art was shared by all.

Free Weekly Arts and crafts for adults – Carol Sherman – Free and open to all.

Carol is an excellent creative art facilitator. Carol will provide numerous exciting, imaginative and creative opportunities for all to enjoy art and creativity on the inside and out.

All CCC events and activities are FREE and OPEN to ALL and take place @ St. Pauls Library 94 Grosvenor Rd, Bristol BS2 8XJ Please beware capacity is limited for some events please book to avoid disappointment. Visit https://www.facebook.com/FRIENDSOFSAINTPAULSLIBRARY/ or click on eventbrite link. If you would like further information or to or attend FOSPL meetings please email: [email protected]

Friends of Saint Paul’s Library (FOSPL), was set up in April 2019. We hold monthly meetings and began by organising community events. We were delighted that poet and writer Lemn Sissay was able to join us in April, read some of his poetry. One of the most important comments he made was about how – 30 years ago – his career started in libraries up and down the country. He stressed that libraries were cultural hubs, places where great art was shared by all.

FOSPL holds that principle very close. In fact, it is what prompted an application to the National Lottery’s awards for all scheme. We were successful – so, we have a brilliant programme of free activities and events starting from January, which we hope will attract old and new faces to St Paul’s Library.

Programme of Create Culture Club events and activities January 2020. All commencing St .Paul’s Library.

Tuesday 14^th Jan – 24^th March 5- 7pm Weekly Arts and crafts for adults – Carol Sherman – Free and open to all.

Thursday 16^th Jan – 19^th March , 5 – 6:30pm Monthly International Book Club – Rolling facilitator

Monday Jan 13^th 10 – 12pm & Thursday 16^th 10-12 pm Creative writing in St Paul’s

All CCC events and activities are FREE and OPEN to ALL and take place at St. Pauls Library 94 Grosvenor Rd, Bristol BS2 8XJ Please beware capacity is limited for some events please book to avoid disappointment. Visit https://www.facebook.com/FRIENDSOFSAINTPAULSLIBRARY/ or click on eventbrite link. If you would like further information or to or attend FOSPL meetings please email: [email protected]

Combining insights from experts and newly-employed young people with 1:1 advice, this Bristol Media session helps you plot you pathway into the booming creative industry.

The creative & tech (CreaTech) industries offer a great career in an expanding market, with Bristol as a key centre in the UK. But which opportunities are right for you? What experience, interests, ambitions and qualifications do you need to land your first role? And what’s it like in the first years?

About this event

This session brings together local industry experts – Nick Dean and his team from ADLIB, Lis Anderson from AMBITIOUS PR, Sue Soni from BBC Bristol, and Neil Sims from Oakwood Media Group, along with some of their new employees – to provide an insight into the growth areas, people skills and employment potential across the whole range of local industry, from graphic artists to CRM Campaign Managers.

We’ll de-mystify the roles advertised on Bristol Media’s South West Creative Jobs website (what is a “middleweight back-end developer?”), highlight the opportunities to aim for, and what your pathway might look like.

After each insight talk, there will be the opportunity for some 1:1 advice from the team at Adlib specific to your ambitions, whether they are in PR, creative production, or creative technology and on how to work as a freelancer from ScreenSkills.

So, whether you want to work in the industry, train or advise young people on careers, or have skills you want to transfer, this session is for you!

Bookings & Info

This session is free and open to all ages, although we particularly encourage people aged between 16-25 to sign up. Please register via eventbrite.

BBC Digital Cities will be returning to Bristol for 2020, with a week-long series of events for the creative industries.

Starting on Saturday 25^th January 2020, there will be a full and varied schedule across the week, offering insights and free digital skills training.

See the full schedule on the Digital Cities Bristol homepage.

Partners include BBC Writersroom, BBC Academy and BBC Young Reporter plus digital arts and creative conference, Hello Culture Remix, will be making its debut in the city.

Boomsatsuma will once again be opening up its doors for the “Ask Me Anything” event and Bristol Media’s “How to Get Your Dream Job” will be taking place at the BBC on Whiteladies Road. We the Curious will be running a number of special showings on the Thursday and The Watershed’s Pervasive Media Studio will be hosting a special lunchtime session on the Friday with the BBC’s Makerbox.

On Thursday 30^_that The Watershed, there is a fantastic day of events packed full of opportunities for storytellers on all digital platforms – called Screen Futures; If you are looking for funding for your latest film venture, want to know more about writing for social media, animation or commissioning opportunities in audio, are a black film maker wanting to know about opportunities in the city or have a story to tell at TedX in Bristol, then this day is for you. Featuring amongst others Into Film, ScreenSkills, Cables & Camera’s, BBC Writersroom, BFINetwork, New Creatives, Bectu & TedX Bristol, there will be opportunities to find out about schemes, burseries, funding and commissioning opportunities, as well as recent arrivals to the city – Channel 4 who will be talking about their latest apprenticeships and trainee schemes.

Not to be missed out – tech and digital creators will be able to attend UWE’s Global Game Jam & Bristol City Council’s Hackathon over the two weekends, both returning again after successful events last year.

Follow #digicities and @BBCAcademy on Twitter for updates. This page and the Digital Cities homepage are updated regularly so keep checking back for the latest information.

For Information:

Bit.ly/Digi-Bristol

Booking open now.