Benchmark ConferencesClick News Content The North’s leading search marketing event returns to Manchester!!! Sep 12th, 2024 Calling all eCommerce marketing professionals!!! A twist on the original Benchmark Conference is returning to Manchester’s vibrant city centre to deliver the latest in search marketing innovation, and actionable strategies to boost your online sales. Earning the title of the North’s leading search marketing event for over half a decade, Benchmark Conference was a one-day event that brought together the brightest minds in the world of search and digital marketing to share, innovate, and inspire marketing aspirants, thinkers & leaders alike. With a desire to adapt the conference-style event to provide additional value to delegates, we have condensed the full conference into an exclusive more intimate event focused on maximising interaction, giving each participant the opportunity to engage directly with experts, ensuring more tailored insights and actionable takeaways. Brought to you by Click Consult Benchmark Studios is an unmissable event!!! With limited places available, register your interest today! What to expect from Benchmark Studios Hear from world-class leaders in search & digital marketing While we might be dialling down the numbers, our speakers are certainly not any less impressive. Our expert speakers from some of the world’s leading brands will be delivering talks covering all areas of digital and search marketing, and unpacking some of the key trends and topics captivating marketing professionals everywhere. Have your burning search marketing questions answered in captivating panel discussion Our expert panel will delve deep into the latest digital marketing trends and challenges, providing actionable insights and practical advice. Whether you’re a marketing pro looking to strengthen your strategy or a business owner wanting to grow your marketing function, this panel is your chance to get insights straight from the industry’s top minds, and find the answers you need to drive results. Expand your professional circle and connect with like-minded marketers Benchmark Studios offers an unparalleled networking opportunity to establish new relationships and strengthen existing ones. Network with industry leaders, share insights, and discover fresh perspectives to elevate your position in the search and digital marketing space. Mouth watering food, exclusive merch & more! Benchmark studios not only fuels your mind, but fuels your body too! Take a break from the conference sessions to recharge with a selection of mouthwatering culinary delights – with multiple tea & snack breaks, a delicious buffet, and lively drinks reception there’s something for everyone, so arrive with rumbling bellies and a curious palate! Don’t forget to grab some exclusive merch to commemorate your experience and show off your passion for search marketing. Did we mention this was all FREE? That’s right, you heard it correctly! Enjoy all the benefits Benchmark Studios has to offer without spending a penny. Don’t miss this golden opportunity to boost your knowledge, expand your network, and treat yourself to some well-deserved fun – all without breaking the bank! World class experts in search and digital marketing from leading brands Omi Sido Omi Sido is a seasoned SEO and web development expert with over eight years of hands-on experience. Known for blending traditional advertising strategies with cutting-edge digital marketing, Omi has successfully led integrated campaigns for high-profile brands such as Vectone Mobile, Delight Mobile, The Global Real Estate Institute, and Daily Mail. Currently, as Senior Technical SEO at Canon Europe, he spearheads the optimisation of Canon’s website, driving organic growth and ensuring top-tier search engine performance. Ellie O'Sullivan Passionate about digital, women in technology and making a tangible impact in Diversity and Inclusion, Ellie began her career in sales working in an inner city secondary school 'selling' the importance of modern languages to disaffected teenagers. She got into the world of digital advertising working for Google for 6 years, before eventually relocating to Manchester and joining Microsoft. As a Commercial Director for Microsoft Advertising, for the past 8 years. Ellie has been spearheading the continued investment in the North of the UK and beyond, leading a growing team of Account Managers and Directors and juggling life as a proud mother of three young children. Dave Gossage A hugely talented SEO, Dave has been working in search and digital marketing for more than a decade. Having worked with sites generating hundreds of millions of pounds a year, Dave is adept at both the creation and implementation of strategies for brands with ambitious targets and a desire for a high return on investment. With a degree in physics and a Masters in nanotechnology, Dave brings a huge amount of scientific rigour and technical expertise to his role, which he uses to deliver amazing SEO results for some of the leading brands in the UK and around the world. Lara Harding Lara is a skilled and dynamic social media expert, with a passion for creativity & innovation in the social sphere. With 7 years of experience in social media marketing, Lara has a track record of developing and executing successful social media strategies across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and more! Her highly successful campaigns, and unique approach to organic marketing has helped several brands grow their presence online, and has acquired meaningful audience engagement - including authentic, organic, interactions from key industry influencers. Combining her strategic mindset and creative ability, Lara is committed to helping brands thrive in the digital landscape. Finn Elliott Finn is a forward-thinking AI developer on a mission to empower SEO teams with AI and automation. He believes that the typical use of AI in SEO is wrong and is intent on delivering a better alternative. Last year Finn completely transformed an SEO agency using AI. Seeing what they achieved triggered a year of exploration and building. He now develops bespoke AI and automation pipelines for SEO teams. These teams achieve more in less time and maintain quality in a way other software cannot. He's also working on a new generation of AI SEO software to make this approach more accessible. When & where is this happening?! We know you’re eager to learn more about the event, and we’re excited to share the details!!! When? 21st November 2024 Where? Malmaison Hotel, 1-3 Piccadilly, Manchester M1 3AQ Who? This current instalment of Benchmark Studios is designed for eCommerce professionals who work in marketing, or are eager to learn more about marketing as a function to drive business growth. What’s included? Captivating talks from leaders in digital marketing A captivating panel discussion Free buffet lunch Regular breaks for downtime and networking Merchandise, hot drinks, & more!!! Great event again, getting better and better each year #benchmarkconf2018 @ClickConsultLtd thanks for having me! James Rowland Director of Digital Performance, London Stock Exchange Group Brilliant talk by Giulia Panozzo about causal impact and understanding the impact of SEO changes Petra Kis-Herczegh Yext Great to be back at #benchmarkconf2019 for the second year running! Looking forward to hearing all the latest tips and tricks to succeed in the industry I love Rae Coppola SEO Manager - SharkNinja Say no more! Where do I sign up?! If you think you would be a good fit for Benchmark Studios, and are eager to join us in November, you can register your interest in attending by filling out our form, and a member of our team will be in touch! See you there! We are excitedly counting down to the first Benchmark Studios event of 2024, and are very much looking forward to welcoming digital marketing professionals from the eCommerce industry who are ready to take their search and digital marketing to the next level! Not working in eCommerce but still interested in attending? Don’t get yourself down with FOMO! The benefits of creating exclusive, more tailored events means we can host multiple! Keep an eye out for any upcoming Benchmark Studio events later in 2025 for marketing professionals working in other industries. In the meantime, if you work in eCommerce and are interested in being considered for attending the event, register your interest below! We look forward to seeing you there! Think you'd be a good fit for Benchmark Studios? Register your interest! Our latest insights Benchmark Conferences Click News The North’s leading search marketing event returns to Manchester!!! 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Omi Sido Omi Sido is a seasoned SEO and web development expert with over eight years of hands-on experience. Known for blending traditional advertising strategies with cutting-edge digital marketing, Omi has successfully led integrated campaigns for high-profile brands such as Vectone Mobile, Delight Mobile, The Global Real Estate Institute, and Daily Mail. Currently, as Senior Technical SEO at Canon Europe, he spearheads the optimisation of Canon’s website, driving organic growth and ensuring top-tier search engine performance.
Ellie O'Sullivan Passionate about digital, women in technology and making a tangible impact in Diversity and Inclusion, Ellie began her career in sales working in an inner city secondary school 'selling' the importance of modern languages to disaffected teenagers. She got into the world of digital advertising working for Google for 6 years, before eventually relocating to Manchester and joining Microsoft. As a Commercial Director for Microsoft Advertising, for the past 8 years. Ellie has been spearheading the continued investment in the North of the UK and beyond, leading a growing team of Account Managers and Directors and juggling life as a proud mother of three young children.
Dave Gossage A hugely talented SEO, Dave has been working in search and digital marketing for more than a decade. Having worked with sites generating hundreds of millions of pounds a year, Dave is adept at both the creation and implementation of strategies for brands with ambitious targets and a desire for a high return on investment. With a degree in physics and a Masters in nanotechnology, Dave brings a huge amount of scientific rigour and technical expertise to his role, which he uses to deliver amazing SEO results for some of the leading brands in the UK and around the world.
Lara Harding Lara is a skilled and dynamic social media expert, with a passion for creativity & innovation in the social sphere. With 7 years of experience in social media marketing, Lara has a track record of developing and executing successful social media strategies across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and more! Her highly successful campaigns, and unique approach to organic marketing has helped several brands grow their presence online, and has acquired meaningful audience engagement - including authentic, organic, interactions from key industry influencers. Combining her strategic mindset and creative ability, Lara is committed to helping brands thrive in the digital landscape.
Finn Elliott Finn is a forward-thinking AI developer on a mission to empower SEO teams with AI and automation. He believes that the typical use of AI in SEO is wrong and is intent on delivering a better alternative. Last year Finn completely transformed an SEO agency using AI. Seeing what they achieved triggered a year of exploration and building. He now develops bespoke AI and automation pipelines for SEO teams. These teams achieve more in less time and maintain quality in a way other software cannot. He's also working on a new generation of AI SEO software to make this approach more accessible.
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