EMAIL ADDRESS :
hellobighandshake@thegiftclub.io
Sales end on 30 April 2023
We are at our happiest when two companies meet and go on to create long lasting partnerships as a result of our hard work. That's why The Big Handshake exists
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HADIE PERKAS
CEO and Founder of The Gift Club and The Big Handshake
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ABOUT
THE BIG HANDSHAKE
An absolute must for anyone associated with the loyalty, engagement, incentive, reward, or gift card space.
The Big Handshake is the in-person event brought to you by The Gift Club that enables participants to:
- Network with strategic, match-made introductions
- Learn from well-practised future thinkers
- Collaborate with peers by means of live workshops
Come together with like-minded professionals for a full day of valuable networking, insightful panel sessions and hands-on problem solving.
WHERE IS THE EVENT :
Royal College of Surgeons 35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London, WC2A 3PE
WHEN IS THE EVENT :
Tuesday 16 May 2023
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WHY ATTEND
THE BIG HANDSHAKE
Here are six reasons:
IN PERSON NETWORKING
Networking being the predominant factor, The Big Handshake initiates meaningful conversations, thanks to some nifty colour-coded match-making science. We expect more than 400 business introductions to be made.
JOIN OUR ROUND TABLE BONDING SESSIONS
Practical networking collaboration for guests who wish to take the first steps towards solving common business-centric problems. Join an hour-long workshop hosted by industry ambassadors.
FOOD AND DRINK
Refreshments, a delicious lunch, and enticing canapés will satisfy appetites throughout the day. “Let your hair down drinks” will be served during the final networking hour
NEW WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY
Speakers from outside the industry will talk shop on the new world of opportunities in business, from crypto, the Metaverse and Web3.
UNRAVEL CREATIVITY
The event is open to anyone in the loyalty, engagement and gift card sector. The cross section of these markets holds incredible, hidden opportunities. Find new partnerships and get creative.
LISTEN TO FUTURE THINKERS
Insightful industry-focused panel sessions led by future thinking experts examine top-of-mind loyalty and engagement topics.
ROUND TABLE BONDING SESSIONS
Roundtable workshops offer an opportunity for up to 10 guests to take the first steps towards solving common real life business problems.
Hosted by an industry ambassador, attendees will have the opportunity to choose from one of five workshops to attend.
How to drive profitable engagement through your e-commerce, delivering an inspiring experience for customers and creating a point of difference in a crowded market.
Moderated by April Cox, Retail Solutions Director, Catalina UK.
Moderated by April Cox, Retail Solutions Director, Catalina UK.
How to boost your business’ profits by offering popular and high-risk payment methods safely and securely.
Moderated by Lisa Vreede, Product Owner, Alphacomm.
Moderated by Lisa Vreede, Product Owner, Alphacomm.
Securing leadership endorsement for your gift card program through an interactive discussion covering some of the biggest challenges in garnering support for your program.
Moderated by Jay Atkinson, Head of EMEA, TDS Gift Cards
Moderated by Jay Atkinson, Head of EMEA, TDS Gift Cards
The challenge of engaging Gen Z with traditional loyalty programmes and the importance of creating emotional connections.
Moderated by Tom Peace, Managing Director, The Loyalty People.
Moderated by Tom Peace, Managing Director, The Loyalty People.
Why innovation is critical to your rewards solution and overall business in general from process, evolution, crypto, the metaverse and more
Moderated by Denis Huré, CEO, Reward The World.
Moderated by Denis Huré, CEO, Reward The World.
OUR SPEAKERS
Meet the industry know-it alls who'll be gracing us with their presence and injecting you with knowledge and wisdom!
AGENDA
Here's the breakdown of your day to include all networking, learning and entertainment opporunities.
9:15
MEET, GREET AND NETWORKING
Your productive day starts here when we begin with match-made networking, pastries and introductions in the Park View room.
10:00
PANEL SESSION ONE
Re-inventing Gift Cards:
Our panel of payment innovators predict the next 5 to 10 years of the gift card ecosystem journey through the lens of crypto, super apps, AI and channel partnerships.
10:45
THE FUTURE OF LOYALTY AND WEB3
Digital industry educator, Tiffany St James opens our eyes to the digital advances offered to the loyalty and rewards industy such as tokenisation and web3.
11:15
COFFEE BREAK
Leg stretching time and recess. Continue following your colour coded networking agenda, visit our exhibitors and enjoy coffee and tea.
11:45
PANEL SESSION TWO
Hidden Opportunities in Loyalty and Rewards: We've collared some experts to share their wisdom on the future of the loyalty and rewards ecosystem including the use of gift cards. Will they reveal if the industry is maxing out? What opportunities are hidden away right under our noses? They talk all things personalisation, data and digital.
12:30
NETWORKING LUNCH
Fuel up, you're half way there. This is your third opportnuity to meet people in your top priority group, look out for the relevant coloured badges and approach with confidence over a snack or three!
13:45
ROUND TABLE 'REAL LIFE' BONDING SESSIONS
Based on feedback from previous participants and members of The Gift Club community, these hour long problem-centric practical workshops address some of the pressing challenges the industry faces. Book yourself on when you purchase your ticket and collaborate with peers to solve real life problems.
15.00
COFFEE BREAK
Thank goodness! This is your fourth chance to reconnect with old acquaintances and make new ones. Who haven't you met yet? There's still time to make yourself known while quenching your thirst and releshing the amazing London views.
15.30
THE ART OF LEADERSHIP
How you can improve what you do in 40 minutes. With Bill Alexander, formerly CEO of Redletterdays. A 'workshop' style session where Bill will talk about some of his experiences of working with two of the Dragon Den stars to illustrate key leadership skills that we can use in both our professional and personal lives.
16:00-18:00
NETWORKING, DRINKS AND CANAPÉS
Last chance, fancy pants! And because you're worth it, we'll fill you with some tipple at 5pm for an hour of relaxation and more happy connections!
GRAB YOUR TICKET NOW!
Lazy Bones (Sales end 15th May)
£500
All prices exclude VAT
Seat booked
65%
( 325 / 500 ) Available seat
Consumer Brands and Retailer Tickets
£150
Sales end on 16 May 2023
All prices exclude VAT
Seat booked
65%
( 325 / 500 ) Available seat
All purchased ticket holders from February could win one of 20, no minimum spend, £50 gift card from lastminute.com.
The draw will take place and winners announced at the beginning of every month on LinkedIn. Follow us
TESTIMONIALS
WHAT OUR ATTENDEES SAY
Check out below to see what our past attendees have to say about their experience.
"Outstanding panelists and
speakers I've not seen at other
industry events before!"
Todd TomlinCO-Founder, Ncentiva 
''Pre- event communication was great and networking was really well done''
Kathy HeathCEO, Healthy Minds Club 
"The colour-coded match-making
was a great idea and well executed!"
Ronnie HartPresident, TagSystems UK 
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If you need more information about the event, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are happy to answer any questions you may have and provide you with additional details.
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LOCATION ADDRESS:
35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London, WC2A 3PE
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