“Be bold, fearless and courageous in what you do – if not you, then who…”

Craig started his career in 1992 as a marketing graduate trainee at Thomson Holidays, leading to a role as a Product Manager. Craig joined Virgin in 1997, where he rose to become Sales and Marketing Director of Virgin Trains.

Tala is Chief Strategy Officer of the Special Olympics World Games 2019.

Tell us a little about yourself – how did you get into the world of Innovation and Brand development?

The Amplify Festival 2018 walked a line between top-level marketing insights and entertainment. It took the chance to make some noise about equality in ads, the influence of big data, and just how good marketing can be at the Cannes Lion level.

Growing up in a corner shop in the early 80’s meant Beverley spent a lot of time stacking shelves, weighing out Cola Cubes and stealing Curly Wurlys.

For over 20 years, Scott has worked with leading UK brands, helping them deliver marketing communications with big ideas, planning, strategy, creative direction and design execution.

I was super excited to be matched with Iain as he’s someone that I already knew of through the creative community in Edinburgh.

With over 23 years’ agency experience gained both in Sydney and Edinburgh, Guy is one of Scotland’s highest profile advertising creatives.

Mark describes himself as a 'Marketing Chameleon' and more formally as Head of Thinking at independent marketing and business consultancy, Think Hard.