Design / Build / Market (DBM) is an event for people involved in the creative and digital industries who are passionate about design, development and marketing. We want to focus on bringing people together to collaborate through combined knowledge. By showcasing topics that are useful for everyone, DBM aims to be an inclusive event that promotes discussion between disciplines to devise better solutions for all aspects of the creative process.

This time we're talking about mobile apps.

From native, hybrid to progressive web app, mobile apps have taken the world by storm. Companies such as Forbes, have jumped on the bandwagon and created a seamless application, made to cater to their users without having to download anything from the app store. This has made accessibility, engagement and the simplicity of using the app, skyrocket.

Which app is best for you? Are you creating eye popping media or something more humble? What are the advantages and disadvantages? We will tackle some of the industries burning questions about mobile apps and help you to understand not only what app is best for your business, but why.

We have 2 speakers lined up:

• First Nicolas Alpi , CTO at CookiesHQ, will explain what the different types of apps are, their pros and cons and give us some tips on how to choose the right app for your product.

• Then Mark Wheatley, Head of Discovery at Cookpad, will talk about fixing app retention with user onboarding. App retention, especially first-day churn, is a huge challenge for many companies. Mark will take us through Cookpad's approach to solving this problem by focusing on the onboarding and first-time-usage experience.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a developer, a creative, a business owner, or even just curious, we welcome anyone to join us. It's a great opportunity to get to know people, make connections and learn a little something along the way.

Please note:

• If you're a student, we offer free entry. Contact us at: nathalie@cookieshq.co.uk
• We're limiting the number of attendees in order to allow everybody to fully interact before/after the talks.
• Tickets are non-refundable
• If you have any dietary requirements, please contact us at least 1 week before the event.

Doors to the Engine Shed open at 6:30pm and the event starts at 7pm. We will allow plenty of time for networking, food and drinks!

Places are limited so grab your ticket now!