With the weather being a little chilly we’re here to keep you on your toes with all the exciting and educational events taking place over the next few weeks.

It’s not long now until The Delivery Conference 2015, taking place on Tuesday February 3^rd 2015 in central London at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge. MetaPack will play host to the sixth annual Delivery Conference - a one day event dedicated to responding to consumer demand for choice and control over the delivery experience. Joining us will be the most influential retailers from across Europe and a host of retail thought leaders who are redefining the industry. Register now to secure your FREE place as a retailer or 3PL or use your Mixing Digital discount code, TDC10, if you are a technology vendor, carrier or agency working in the retail sector and wish to purchase a delegate ticket for £585 instead of £650. 

Have Your Say at The Delivery Excellence Awards

After the conference has reached a crescendo with the Driving Growth in a Consumer-Centric World panel with Sir Charles Dunstone, Sir Stuart Rose and Robert Willett, MetaPack will be hosting The Delivery Excellence Awards sponsored by Salesforce taking place on the evening of Tuesday February 3^rd straight after the conference at Park Plaza Westminster. Join us in this celebration of industry achievements by attending the conference and staying for the awards and by nominating your favourite retailers and carriers here

Then on Thursday 26^th February we have another of our Internet Leaders Dinners with PetsPyjamas.

At this dinner the CEO of PetsPyjamas, Gracia Amico, will talk to us about the importance of truly understanding your customers and creating a shopping experience that (over) delivers on their needs. She will explain the approach PetsPyjamas have taken to achieve this, covering various channels of the business with emphasis on the ability to book pet friendly breaks. PetsPyjamas is the ultimate shopping destination for pet owners. They recently won the 2014 Retail Week Award for customer services initiatives, so it’ll be an insightful evening on how this brand has and will innovate. Register now  to secure your place at the dinner for just £99 including a 3-course dinner and unlimited drinks.

Heads up, look out for The Ecommerce Club, launching soon!

All our best wishes

Davina, Charlie, Maria, Ben, Donia, Faris, Anne and Felicia

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