Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners

There’s nothing better than stepping outside your comfort zone once in a while. It can be the catalyst to inspire new thinking and useful to track developments in the world outside of the agency. This year, we hosted our 6th annual conference dedicated to exploring the world of “making”.

The conference, held at Milk Studios in New York brought an eclectic collection of authors, brand consultants, bicycle makers, game creators and improv artists, together with an audience of 200 marketing professionals.

In the six hours of the conference, we learned a lot and had fun in the process. Here are a few relevant excerpts.

Now in its 6th year, the annual Influx Conference moves to NYC this December. Focusing on makers and creators, this years speakers include Mark Barden, Josh Quittner, and Gary Hirsch, among others. Sign up today. 180 bucks gets you two meals, 9 speakers, and our unconditional gratitude. Here.

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