Our Manifesto

Meetdraw is a meeting of digital animals to talk about and share collective passions. For everyone, no matter what they do or what stage they are in their career. It’s for us by us. At times aided by beer, we shall fuel creativity, ideas and inspiration in a relaxed informal and fun environment.

What do we do?

We support the local (Dorset) creative economy and provide an independent, neutral and open platform for communication and development.

We…

• host informal events open to everyone interested in ‘digital’
• provide periodic thought leadership
• help to promote other relevant events along the south coast
• promote and connect digital talent

But we are not…

• a platform for recruiters
• formal business support
• politically led or agency biased
• financially motivated

Why?

To help create a sustainable, industry leading hub of exceptional talent in Dorset and promote our strengths externally.

Who are we?

Board members (The Butchers)

• George Beverley, Creative Director at Thinking Juice, @mindtanker
• Matt Desmier, The Boss at Wise Old Uncle, @mattdesmier
• David Ford, Chief Executive at Bright Blue Day
• Dan Hills, Founder at No Second Prize, @no2ndprize
• Rad Dougall, Creative Director at StudioWorks, @raddougall
• Dan Hinton, Creative Director at Pixelfish, @pixelfishltd
• James Hunt, Digital Developer at Bright Blue Day, @jamescodes
• Bella Lewis-Smith, Founder and Director at Salad Creative, @bellalewissmith
• Simon Melaniphy, Managing Director at Refreshed Media, @simonmelaniphy
• Toby James Pestridge, Head of Digital Services at Halo Design, @TobyPestridge
• Caroline Sharp, Account Manager at Bright Blue Day
• Tom Wittlin, Founder and Director at Higher Sites, @tomwittlin
• Luke Williams, Social Media Strategist at RT Media, @alukeonlife