Adapting, learning and leading change: design in 2020 | DBA webinar

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DBA Chief Executive, Deborah Dawton, chairs this explorative Q&A webinar, joined by a range of industry leaders from a range of backgrounds who shared their experiences of this unexpected and eventful year. Watch the full discussion here.

Understanding the new immigration system

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With the end of the Brexit transition period, free movement will cease and the UK will introduce a points-based immigration system. We've compiled guidance to help you understand the new system and to signpost you to further advice, so you can plan and prepare for the changes coming into effect from 1 January 2021.

DBA webinar: DBA Annual Survey Report launch 2020

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Esther Carder, Partner, Moore Kingston Smith presented a detailed analysis of the benchmarking data and trends across key performance metrics affecting design agencies, and gave insight into how to apply these valuable findings to your business, at the 2020 DBA Annual Survey Report launch. The report analyses fees, salaries, utilisation, income, recovery rates, benefits and trends of DBA member agencies. It is the most valuable tool you will find to help you plan effectively for 2021 and you can watch the presentation here.

Off payroll working with Moore Kingston Smith LLP | DBA Briefing – exclusive to DBA members

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Changes to off-payroll working rules (commonly known as IR35) come into effect in April 2021, is your business ready? Join Moore Kingston Smith’s Tax Partner, Tim Stovold on Wednesday 14 October for this DBA member exclusive briefing, who will explain the changes and what they mean for your design business.

DBA Member catch up & annual general meeting (AGM) | DBA members only

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The DBA's AGM will be part of the member catch up on Wednesday 30 June from 10.30-11.30. Open to directors of all DBA members, agency and corporate with DBA experts too, this member catch up is one not to miss. Register here.

The DBA interviews Diageo’s Jeremy Lindley

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Delve into the business of design with Diageo's Global Design Director Jeremy Lindley, as he discusses the company's approach to design effectiveness in this interview with the DBA.

Inside the judging room

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Celebrating two years chairing the Design Effectiveness Awards judging panel, Clive Grinyer takes a look behind the judging process. Read on for insight to help you grab the judges' attention, prepare your submissions and enter by 27 November 2020.

DBA webinar: personal resilience

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When your team and clients are looking to you for guidance and leadership, and you find yourself juggling multiple and often conflicting demands, the ability to face reality, improvise solutions and identify a path forward is paramount. Learn how to embrace change, feel less isolated at the top and take command of the situation with a stronger, adaptable mindset with insight and advice from this expert panel. DBA members can watch back our panel discussion on personal resilience here.

DBA webinars: Creating financial resilience now

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As government measures unwind over the coming months, many are at risk of facing a cash shortfall. Esther Carder and her team at Moore Kingston Smith LLP took us through the key things you can do right now to ensure you survive and thrive through the next 18 months in a live audience Q&A. DBA members can watch the recording here.

Redundancy: Resources and support for employers

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As an employer, it's essential you know your way around the redundancy process and options before proceeding. Here are five resources to help you.