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Phil Jones

Founder & Organiser

Podge Events

London, UK

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Phil’s Biography

Phil Jones is Founder of Podge Events, which he runs with his daughter, Clare. He is Chair of The Drum DADI Awards Judges Panel and Advisor & Consultant to businesses in the digital and creative industries.

He founded Podge Events over a quarter of a century ago, and there is now a whole series of invitation-only gatherings for the who’s who in sport, creative, digital and music. The lunches comprise: Design Podge, Digital Podge, Sports Podge, Stodge Podge and ad-hoc podges for fun.

Phil is recognised as a leading figure in the design and digital industries, having been awarded a multitude of accolades for his contribution to the sectors. He has also spent 17 years as Chair of the Judges for The Drum Awards for Digital Industries (The DADI’s). Over this period The Drum has grown to become the biggest marketing website in Europe.

In his role as an advisor and consultant, Phil has worked with a variety of agencies and businesses serving the creative and digital industries. He co-hosted the first 40 episodes of the Wonderful People Podcast, a series that delves into the lives of...
Phil Jones is Founder of Podge Events, which he runs with his daughter, Clare. He is Chair of The Drum DADI Awards Judges Panel and Advisor & Consultant to businesses in the digital and creative industries.

He founded Podge Events over a quarter of a century ago, and there is now a whole series of invitation-only gatherings for the who’s who in sport, creative, digital and music. The lunches comprise: Design Podge, Digital Podge, Sports Podge, Stodge Podge and ad-hoc podges for fun.

Phil is recognised as a leading figure in the design and digital industries, having been awarded a multitude of accolades for his contribution to the sectors. He has also spent 17 years as Chair of the Judges for The Drum Awards for Digital Industries (The DADI’s). Over this period The Drum has grown to become the biggest marketing website in Europe.

In his role as an advisor and consultant, Phil has worked with a variety of agencies and businesses serving the creative and digital industries. He co-hosted the first 40 episodes of the Wonderful People Podcast, a series that delves into the lives of successful leaders in the design, digital, business and sports spheres. He is an advisor at Colooder – a digital fan experience platform that links the physical experience with digital services.

Phil is passionate about bridging the gap between education and the design industry and works as a mentor for the award-winning School of Communication Arts 2.0. as well as being a Co-Founder of The Design Community Hub, a community initiative he set up with other prominent names in design to help young design graduates during the Covid19 pandemic.
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Phil’s Newsfeed

Design Week
Design Community Hub launches to “keep the industry alive”

Phil Jones of Podge Events has joined forces with other industry leaders in founding the Design Community Hub to support young designers.

Phil’s Background

Podge Events
Founder & Organiser
Feb 1994 - Present
London, UK
Podge Events is a collection of 5 unique invitation only events, designed exclusively for the leaders and influencers from the sport, digital, creative and music industries. Each lunch brings together a group of up to 250 like-minded individuals for a relaxed afternoon, with no agenda other than having fun, sharing knowledge and connecting with their industry peers.
The Design Community Hub
Co-founder
Jan 2021 - Present
London, UK
The Design Community Hub is a free and inclusive community created to enable designers from around the world to help bridge the gap between education and the design industry. Members volunteer their expertise and knowledge to help the next generation of design talent. The Hub offers events, portfolio reviews, internships, jobs and advice and support for students.
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Current Advisory Roles

Colooder
Advisor & Consultant
London, UK
Colooder offers sports and entertainment institutions a technology solution that links the physical experience with digital services and improves the fan experience.

Previous Advisory Roles

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Cubo
Advisor
2015 - Feb 2019
London, UK
Cubo are creative brand engagement specialists.
Photolink Creative Group
Advisor
May 2010 - Jan 2012
Manchester, UK
Manchester-based Photolink (now Seventy7) are the UK's leading fashion photographer.
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Media

Be Wonderful Podcast
Podcast
Phil shares stories from his extensive career and about the growth of Podge Events, highlighting the crucial moments along the way.
The Wonderful People Podcast
Podcast Series
London, UK
Click on the icon for all episodes of the Wonderful People podcast hosted by Phil and Dan Maudhub, interviewing fascinating personalities in the creative, tech and marketing world.
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Interviews

Working Class to World Class
Podcast
Nov 2022
Phil is interviewed by Lynn Lester on this Working Class to World Class podcast.
Alexa Stop Podcast
Interview
2018
Phil is interviewed on his life story at his villa Casa Felipe in Portugal in this monthly Alexa Stop Podcast.
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Features

Watch the winners get revealed at The Drum Awards for the Digital Industries
Video Clip
Oct 2021
Phil Jones, Chair of the judging panel for The Drum Awards for the Digital Industries, chooses the campaign, agency or brand that he was most impressed with.

Memberships

Typographic Circle
Member
London, UK
Founded in 1976, Typographic Circle unites people who are passionate about type and typography. A non-profit company that is run by volunteers, it hosts a wide range of type- and typography-related events. Phil was chairman from 1994 to 1998.

Awards & Recognition

Rebels, Misfits and Innovators - 50 over 50 - Phil Jones
Award
New Digital Age named Phil as one of their 50 Rebels, Misfits and Innovators over 50, recognising and celebrating the true talent in the industry.
People's Choice Creative Influencer of the Year 2020
Recipient
Oct 2020
Phil won the People's Choice Creative Influencer of the Year Award in 2020.
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Speaking Engagements

The Wonderful People Podcast
Host
Feb 2020
Phil Jones and Dan Maudhub host The Wonderful People Podcast, exploring the careers and lives of individuals who have accomplished incredible things in the fields of sport, design, business and digital.

Charitable Interests

The Design Community Hub
Co-Founder
Jan 2021 - Present
London, UK
The Design Community Hub is a digital platform for designers from around the world to volunteer their expertise and knowledge to help the next gen of designers close the gap between education and work.
Kit Us Out
Mentor
London, UK
Kit Us Out was launched with the goal of enabling as many athletes as possible to compete fairly and with the necessary equipment.
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Mentoring

School of Communication Arts 2.0
Mentor
Sep 2019 - Present
London, UK
School of Communication Arts 2.0 is a creative institution that places students on an unconventional educational path, producing a unique new generation of talent and creativity.