Create is a series of FREE quarterly events for digital creators, producers, managers and administrators, aiming to inspire Leicester’s digital design community.

Next Event - In-person event at LCB Depot, Leicester

Smack My Pitch Up! Live

Friday Solved,

We’re joining forces with Friday Solved for a panel discussion bringing together four voices from across the creative and digital industry.

Smack My Pitch Up! is a video series and content project created by Ryan Hall, founder of sales consultancy Friday Solved, built around honest, behind-the-scenes conversations about agency pitching – the wins, the losses, what buyers are really looking for, and everything that happens in between.

For this special live edition, we’re bringing that conversation to Create Leicester.

No polished case studies. No pretending every pitch has a happy ending. Instead, expect an open conversation about the realities of pitching, new business and the agency-client relationship.

Smack My Pitch Up! Live

Four panellists. Different perspectives. One table. Plenty to talk about.

Our panellists will get into the realities of agency pitching and share experiences from both sides of the table – what works, what doesn’t, why pitches are won and lost, and what agencies and buyers could do differently.

And, because this is a table talk rather than a traditional presentation, there’ll be plenty of opportunity for the conversation to go wherever our panellists – and the audience take it.

We are kindly supported by

Our Community Supporters

1284
You have a good story to tell. Our consultants find good ways to tell it. 1284’s strategic corporate communications get innovative East Midlands brands heard. Our industry award-winning campaigns fuse 50+ years of senior journalism experience with deep understanding of change.
Anicca
Anicca offers data-driven, commercially-orientated perspective on digital marketing, offering solutions that combine ROI with innovation.
CGI
CGI provide end-to-end IT and business process services and now include the former Xibis team delivering high quality bespoke websites, mobile apps and IoT device solutions. Transforming ideas into reality.
Effect Digital
As a performance-focused agency – we create awesome outcomes for our clients and their users. We can plan, design, and develop sites, apps or services and connect your brand with the right audience.
Herdl
We are a data-driven digital marketing agency specialising in Web Design, SEO and PPC. Through training, consultancy and delivery, our experienced team help brands to understand and optimise their digital performance.
Swipe & Tap
Swipe & Tap are your go-to agency for software development, based in Space City, Leicester. Whether you're looking to bring your mobile/web app idea to life or are seeking a trusted partner to manage and maintain your existing software project, we've got you covered.

Our Bar Sponsor

Synergist
We are the exclusive sales and implementation partner of Synergist, the UK’s leading project management system. We provide ongoing Synergist aftercare and training. We also support the creative industry with consultancy services designed to increase efficiency.

Our Education Partner

De Montfort University
De Montfort University in Leicester, UK offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses. We work closely with industry to design engaging courses that will equip you with the skills and experience to accelerate your career and get ahead in the competitive job market.

Our Partners

Bulb Studios
Builders of delightful digital experiences to improve every user's connection with digital products through effective and user-friendly interfaces.
LCB Depot
Supporting creative enterprise and enterprising creatives - a creative hub at the heart of Leicester's Cultural Quarter.

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