MAD//UpNorth is just around the corner, and Blis is bringing big energy, bold conversations, and immersive experiences to Manchester on 26-27 February. Here’s what you can expect:

🎤 Unmissable Panel Sessions

We’re hosting a powerful lineup of discussions featuring some of the brightest minds in marketing, media, and tech. From the evolution of women in programmatic to the future of leadership in the North, our panels will spark fresh perspectives and real conversations.

Day 1 Highlights:

🗣 Panel: Women in Programmatic Network| 10:45 – 11:10

🍸 Bar Chats with Industry Leaders | Throughout the day

🤱 Panel: Parental Leave with Pregnant then Screwed | 13:30 – 14:00

🍾 Female Leaders Happy Hour | 14:00 – 16:00 (feat. Honeycomb Cocktails)

Day 2 Highlights:

👩‍💼 Panel: Female Leaders | 10:50 – 11:20

🍸 Bar Chats with Industry Leaders | Throughout the day

🎤 Panel: Rising Stars | 14:10

🍾 Rising Stars Happy Hour | 14:00 – 16:00 (feat. Honeycomb Cocktails)

Stay tuned for app updates on the full agenda… 

🍸 Intimate Bar Chats & Industry Insights

Step into the Female Leaders' Club Bar, where we’ll be hosting exclusive one-on-one conversations with top marketing execs, brand leaders, and creative pioneers. Expect candid industry insights, career journeys, and behind-the-scenes stories from the best in the business.

We’re also teaming up with Bloom North for exclusive vox pops, capturing insights from industry leaders on the biggest challenges and opportunities in marketing today.

🍩 Swag, Sweet Treats & Big Giveaways!

We’re making sure you leave with more than just inspiration:

🍦 Edible activations from Lick Me I’m Delicious – a treat for all your senses!

🍩 Doughnuts & discussions – because great conversations deserve great snacks

🐝 Signature Honeycomb Worker Bee Cocktails – a nod to Manchester’s iconic symbol

🧢 Northern Swag – exclusive, limited-edition merch celebrating Northern culture

🎧 A HUGE giveaway – AirPods Max – drop by to find out how to win!

💬 Let’s Make Moments of Blis

Join us for two days of inspiration, networking, and thought-provoking conversations. Whether you’re here for the insights, the connections, or just a great conversation over a drink—we can’t wait to see you there!

📍 Find us at the Female Leaders Club Bar at MAD//UpNorth

🔗 Stay tuned for app updates on the full agenda…