Common Matters #7

Common Matters #7

Band on the WallManchester, England
Wednesday, Feb 11, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 9 pm GMT
Overview

Uniting the creative community, through the matters that matter to us all. Open minds and world-class talks, back in our flagship city.

Let's talk about what really matters.

Connecting a diverse design crowd, united by the matters that matter to us all.

Guest speakers share their stories and experiences across design leadership, thought-provoking inspiration, culture, vision, and future-defining creativity.

Doors 6:30pm. First speaker 7pm.

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The Speakers & Talks

Emma Barratt, Global Executive Creative Director at Wolff Olins, will deliver her talk "Are you any good?" - shaping perception in a radically shallow world.

Paul Watmough-Halim & Jan Stein, Co-Founders of Hyperfocus, will be joining us from Hamburg to speak about what matters to them.

Speaker three is TBC - keep an eye on our socials for more: @movewithcraft

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Common Interest is brought to you by Craft, the global creative talent consultancy.

We cultivate creative teams for ambitious brands and agencies globally, planting the seeds of what's next for the design community.

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The Venue

Band On The Wall has been at the very heart of Manchester culture since it began life in 1803. Our venue is fully wheelchair accessible. If you have any access needs for the night or questions, please email news@itscraft.com and we will help you.

Photography and video content may be taken at this event for marketing and promotional purposes. If you do not want to be photographed or filmed, please email news@itscraft.com.

By purchasing a ticket you'll sign up to recieve Craft's occasional newsletter. There's a handy unsubscribe button on each one if you don't fancy it.

Uniting the creative community, through the matters that matter to us all. Open minds and world-class talks, back in our flagship city.

Let's talk about what really matters.

Connecting a diverse design crowd, united by the matters that matter to us all.

Guest speakers share their stories and experiences across design leadership, thought-provoking inspiration, culture, vision, and future-defining creativity.

Doors 6:30pm. First speaker 7pm.

-

The Speakers & Talks

Emma Barratt, Global Executive Creative Director at Wolff Olins, will deliver her talk "Are you any good?" - shaping perception in a radically shallow world.

Paul Watmough-Halim & Jan Stein, Co-Founders of Hyperfocus, will be joining us from Hamburg to speak about what matters to them.

Speaker three is TBC - keep an eye on our socials for more: @movewithcraft

-

Common Interest is brought to you by Craft, the global creative talent consultancy.

We cultivate creative teams for ambitious brands and agencies globally, planting the seeds of what's next for the design community.

-

The Venue

Band On The Wall has been at the very heart of Manchester culture since it began life in 1803. Our venue is fully wheelchair accessible. If you have any access needs for the night or questions, please email news@itscraft.com and we will help you.

Photography and video content may be taken at this event for marketing and promotional purposes. If you do not want to be photographed or filmed, please email news@itscraft.com.

By purchasing a ticket you'll sign up to recieve Craft's occasional newsletter. There's a handy unsubscribe button on each one if you don't fancy it.

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Highlights

  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

Band on the Wall

25 Swan Street

Manchester M4 5JZ

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