Innovation,Creativity Sustainability

Yorkshire Business Women at the heart of the communications industry

visionaries of the VMC and became its first ever sponsor. During her career at HP she foresaw the value and importance of the future growth of the digital sector and is now instrumental in its success today.

We also have Meeka Walwyn-Lewis on board. Raised in Bradford, Meeka has also been involved in the success of the VMC for several years, she is head of membership operations at the BPIF and has spent over 9 years supporting the print industry with the BPIF. She also dedicates her time to developing and overseeing projects, engagement mechanisms and support initiatives for BPIF members and the wider industry, providing companies with the tools and networks to sustain and grow, she is a rising star at the BPIF and we’re looking forward to he r contribution.

Join us as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the BPIF’s Visual Media Conference (VMC23) showcasing innovation, creativity and sustainability in communications, as part of the Leeds Year of Culture 2023. This event is FREE however, you need to PRE-REGISTER as places are limited . Enter YBW23 in the registration form to secure your place www. visualmediaconference.com

VMC23 has two formidable Yorkshire Business Women on board, starting with Julia Cole pictured, Consultant, Mentor and Passionate Board Trustee of the ‘Printing Charity’ the UK’s second oldest occupational charity. Born in Whitby, she spent her early life in Scarborough. Her incredible career in print spans 11 years at Xerox followed by 16 years at HP starting as EMEA marketing manager and leaving as their worldwide brand innovation manager. Julia was also one of the early

What’s in store? Bringing you a full day of inspiring content – we’ll take a closer look at the role culture plays in business success. Perfectly placed to showcase Innovate@Leeds, the recently announced multi-million pounds initiative to create the Innovation Arc in Leeds, we’re focusing in on how our creative and digital industries are remaining innovative, creative and sustainable, with full access to the exhibition to lear n and network.

The day will be opened by Sir Roger Marsh OBE and features brand stories and case studies from: