The Newcastle Marketing Meetup is an informal, friendly place for the marketers of Newcastle to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another. Come in 'listen' not 'sell' mode 🙂
We'll be meeting back at the lovely Grainger House for this one, and we just want to get together, say hello, have a chat, and have a nice time.
Think of this as a community event, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. We’ll chat over food and drink, listen to an inspirational speaker or two, chat some more, and go home buzzing with new contacts and new ideas.
Let’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people.
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Speaker: Ashleigh King, Founder of Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio
Topic: Stand Out from the Crowd - The Power of Podcasting and its Place in the Marketing Mix
Ready to help your brand soar?
Podcasting is your launchpad for building real connections, trust, and a flock of loyal listeners. In this session, Ashleigh will show you how to give your marketing strategy wings.
We'll talk about:
- The power of podcasts for attracting new audiences at every stage of the marketing funnel—from raising awareness and sparking genuine interest, to building desire and inspiring action.
- How to use guest appearances on podcasts to grow your personal brand, and why now is the best time for this opportunity.
- How to build deeper, more human connections—whether you’re a business, charity, or solo flyer looking to ruffle feathers and share your story.
- Give your ideas flight, no matter your budget—podcasting is surprisingly accessible, and you don’t need a fancy nest to get started. All you need is a strong message and the courage to press record.
- Make your content shine—Ashleigh will share practical tips for planning, consistency, and turning your existing videos, lives, or webinars into engaging podcast episodes that keep your audience coming back to the roost.
- Hear real stories from the Flamingo Heights flock—lessons from Ashleigh’s own journey (including the challenges, the wins, and the signature pink hat!), plus examples of how podcasting has helped brands spread their wings and build communities.
Whether you’re a fledgling podcaster or ready to take your show to new heights, you’ll leave this session inspired, informed, and ready to make podcasting a core part of your marketing mix.
Bonus: Ashleigh will also introduce her upcoming podcasting course—perfect for anyone ready to join the flock, build confidence, and let their ideas soar with expert guidance and a supportive community 😊
Ashleigh King is a podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and founder of Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio, based in the heart of the Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne. As host of the inspiring Nurture Your Zest podcast, she’s passionate about uplifting voices, supporting underrepresented stories, and empowering others to ruffle feathers and share their narrative. Ashleigh’s approach blends creativity, community, and a warm, welcoming space that helps you overcome any fear you may have, and find the courage to press record.
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The format of the night:
6.00 pm - doors open - drinks, networking, and smiles
6.30 pm - introduction and talks begin
7.00 pm - talks finish, networking, listening, saying hello, and positively lovely people - a nice chilled out time 🙂
8:00 pm - end of the night - you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas
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In partnership with Mabo, an award-winning digital marketing agency focused on delivering real results. Check them out at mabo.co.uk
Supported by nesma, specialist providers of unique marketing & communications training. All your marketing, communications and digital know-how covered, from short courses to something bigger. Find out more at nesma.co.uk/
Supported by The Keynote Club, a public speaking club for marketers. TKC is a safe and friendly space for marketing folk to come together, connect and exercise our public speaking muscles. Get involved at thekeynoteclub.com
Supported by Grainger Hub. From start-ups to established businesses, Grainger Hub provides the work space, community and connections for your business to develop and thrive. Find out more at graingerhub.co.uk/
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And finally...
This is a donation ticketed event. The ticket price is yours to choose, from £3 to £30 (the average attendees choose to pay £8.79 🙂
We of course understand that these are tough times, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount of £1, please reach out to el@themarketingmeetup.com and we’ll find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasn't already been reached!) 🙂
Please let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too, I hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but don’t show up, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times, you’re outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers, speakers, sponsors, and your fellow community members 🙂
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See you there!