Events & Training

Whether junior designer or design leader, account handler or MD everyone benefits from fresh perspective, knowledge-share, new insights and debate.

Our events and training courses are renowned within the industry for their quality, relevance and proven capability to boost the confidence and performance of individuals and teams.

From lively networking events to skills development workshops, from in-depth business growth programmes to stimulating round-tables, our extensive range of events and training has something to offer every member of your team, across all roles and levels within your business.

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Timely and relevant insight from leading industry advisors and trusted experts to help you tackle your current business challenges.

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Interested in industry-specific training for you and your team? Head over to the DBA Design Business Academy, our online learning platform.

You can see what’s coming up and book your spaces now, or browse our course library and register your interest in anything you like the look of and we’ll let you know when they’re available again. Get in touch with us at bookings@dba.org.uk if you have any queries about past or future events.

DBA members receive discounts of 40% on the standard prices. 

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Webinar gallery

austin-distel-vcfxt2yt1eq-unsplash-copyCouldn’t join us at the time? DBA Members can view all past webinar recordings here by logging in with a member account.

Stay up to date on upcoming DBA webinars and online training by signing up to our mailing list here and regularly checking our listing below.

“I’m finding the webinars and support from the DBA invaluable at this time. It helps to feel connected, they focus the mind and highlight simple action points that are all achievable.” – Helen Noel, Client Services and Creative Director, Brand+Soul

'My Life in Design' Podcast

How did some of the world’s best designers, strategists, and agency leads, get into design?

Browse episodes, tune in and find out here. 

“The DBA is delighted to be partnering Red Setter on the ‘My Life in Design’ Podcast. Featuring industry role models, the series explores their fascinating, wide-ranging journeys into a life in design.” – Deborah Dawton, CEO, DBA

Powerful Presentations


Build your presentation skills and deliver more powerful and effective presentations, both online and in-person, that get the results you need with this two-part course with Catherine Allison.

Date: 19/03/2024



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Managing Prospects and Closing the Deal


Turn your prospects into projects by closing more deals. A fast-paced, practical and interactive 90-minute workshop with Jeremy Davies.

Date: 26/03/2024



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What Clients Think Report 2024 Official Launch Webinar


Reserve your place for the launch of 2024 What Clients Think Report. In this eye-opening hour long webinar, Jonathan Kirk, author of the report and DBA Expert, will explore the latest findings.

Date: 28/03/2024



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Reimagining Leadership Bundle


Transform your approach to leadership with three bitesize, 90-minute modules. Designed to stretch you; get ready to lead your teams with authority, focus and understanding.

Date: 18/04/2024



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Leading People


Create and sustain a culture of high performance that your team will want to follow at this inspirational 90-minute workshop with Anne-Marie Gough.

Date: 18/04/2024



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Growing Existing Clients and Referrals


Maximise the potential of your existing client relationships with some inspiration, confidence and tried and tested processes in this energising 90-minute workshop with Lucy Mann. 

Date: 23/04/2024



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DBA Annual General Meeting 2024 | DBA Members only


Sign up to join us on the 25 April for our Annual General Meeting. The AGM is a valuable opportunity for members and experts to meet and discuss their views with the Board of Directors. More information to follow.

Date: 25/04/2024



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World Class Client Service


Great client service will put your business ahead of the competition. Discover what clients need and how you can meet and exceed expectations with Jonathan Kirk.

Date: 25/04/2024



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Managing People


Brush up on your people management skills and get yourself and your team firing on all cylinders with this three-part practical skills workshop with Anne-Marie Gough.

Date: 02/05/2024



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Gravitas and Influence


Develop your personal gravitas and communicate with greater confidence, influence and authority to transform your presence as a leader with Catherine Allison.

Date: 16/05/2024



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