DEC Connect Breakfast March 2026 - Branding Without the Fluff: Uncomfortable Truths from Brand Identity with Lucy, Head of Design at Ketchup Marketing
Join us for our bi-monthly DEC Connect breakfast at the Dryden Enterprise Centre. If you’re keen to build meaningful connections and challenge how your brand really shows up in the world, this session is for you.
Designed for start-ups, freelancers, growing SMEs and business leaders, DEC Connect brings together Nottingham’s entrepreneurial community for informal networking, skill-sharing and fresh thinking – all with a tasty breakfast.
Whether you’re just starting out or refining an established brand, you’ll leave this session with new perspectives, practical insights and plenty to think about on the walk back to your desk.
Type of event: Networking | Workshops
From: Wednesday 11 March 2026, 8.30 am
To: Wednesday 11 March 2026, 10 am
Location: Dryden Enterprise Centre, Dryden Street, Nottingham, NG1 4FQ
Cost: £7.50 for non-members
Booking deadline: Tuesday 10 March 2026, 12.00 pm
Event details
This month, DEC Connect turns the spotlight on branding – and not the polished, surface-level stuff.
We’re joined by Lucy, Head of Design at Ketchup Marketing, for a session exploring “uncomfortable truths from the world of brand identity.”
Lucy loves all things design. From devising a brand strategy to developing engaging user experiences through enticing graphics, Lucy's role gives her a chance to see the incredible impact great design can have on clients.
Expect practical insight, real-world examples, and plenty of moments that make you rethink how your brand is working (or not).
As always, the session includes dedicated time to network with other local business professionals in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Why DEC Connect?
We know how important it is to connect with other businesses, swap ideas, and grow your network. DEC Connect was created to do exactly that – offering a friendly space where early-stage founders and experienced entrepreneurs can learn from each other.
If you’re looking for:
- a supportive business community
- honest conversations (not sales pitches)
- practical ideas you can actually apply
DEC Connect is for you.
Programme
08:30 - 09:00: Arrival and breakfast
Sign in, grab a coffee and enjoy a light breakfast.
09:00 - 09:45: Guest speaker, networking and skills shareSteve’s branding session, followed by informal networking and discussion.
09:45 - 10:00: Round-up and close
Final reflections, connections and wrap-up.
Location details
Address:
Dryden Street
Nottingham
NG1 4FQ
Parking:
There is no onsite parking at the Dryden Enterprise Centre, and we encourage, wherever possible, that people access the building by walking, cycling, or using public transport.
The DEC is within Nottingham Trent University’s city campus.
We’re adjacent to the Dryden Centre and opposite the Bonington Gallery. Our location is highlighted by the NTU Enterprise pin. Map courtesy of Google.
If you’re using SatNav or Google Maps use the postcode NG1 4FQ to help find us.