APA Talk at UK Creative Festival 2026

Join us at UK Creative Festival 2026 for a talk on Beyond The Agency: What It Takes To Work Client Direct

More production companies are building direct relationships with brands – but winning client-direct work requires far more than creative excellence alone.

Bringing together leaders from across production, strategy and creative operations, this session explores how studios and production companies are adapting to changing client expectations, faster workflows and increasingly integrated creative partnerships.

Through practical case studies and candid discussion, attendees will gain insight into business development, commercial strategy, account management and the operational realities of working directly with clients in 2026.

Featuring:
• Steve Davies (APA)
• Anissa Payne (NM Productions)
• Ben Ingle (Stink Studios)
• Chris O’Reilly (Nexus)

Date: Thursday 2nd July, 2026
Time: 11:50 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Ballroom at Dreamland, Margate

Check out the full schedule here