Making the big yak possible

When we first announced the big yak was back, the three of us were ecstatic with the response from past attendees, supporters and our internal communications community.

It is lovely to read how excited you all are and confirms to us this is an event that the crowd really wants. If you missed out on the first batch of tickets, don’t fear a second batch of tickets will be available on Wednesday 3 August.

How is it free?

Each time we run a big yak, internal comms professionals are surprised that the event is free. How is the event free you may ask? It is because of our lovely sponsors. But these organisations aren’t just sponsors, they are partners with The IC Crowd. Each of these organisations understand the benefit of networking and professional development that isn’t based on a budget line.

We can’t say enough about our sponsor, other than without them the big yak wouldn’t be possible. We really do love them! If you want to see what they are talking about on Twitter, we even made a list of our 15 sponsors!

Our partners

Lead Sponsor – CIPR Inside

CIPR Inside is the specialist group for internal communicators and employee engagement professionals within the Chartered Institute of Public Relations. The group is managed by volunteers who all work in IC or employee engagement. They hold events, bring together the community and champion the importance of working closely with colleagues in other disciplines.

CIPR Inside is also offering a fantastic rate (to all the big yak attendees) for their annual conference, Closing the Gap on 4 October.  You will receive the code once you have registered for a big yak ticket.

Platinum Sponsor – Scarlettabbott

Scarlettabbott is a talented team of internal communications consultants, creative boffins, editorial experts and project managers. They are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, integrity and value. Their award-winning solutions for their broad client base keep them growing, learning and becoming better for you. Their motto is #alwayson: that means zero complacency, treating every project like it’s their first.

Gold Sponsors

Alive with Ideas
106 comms
Synergy Creative
Top Banana
Gatehouse

Silver Sponsors

Sequel
AB
HarknessKennett
PR Academy
Simply communicate
Theblueballroom
Headlines

Bronze Sponsor

Helen Deverell communications

More information about our sponsors will be shared throughout August.

Post author: Dana Leeson