Breakthrough

Hi, hey, hello Gluggers

Breakthrough is an evening dedicated to the moments that changed everything. The ideas that landed, the relationships that grew, the decisions that shifted careers, and the work that refused to blend into the background.

Across three talks, speakers from different corners of the creative industry will unpack the real stories behind their biggest breakthroughs. No polished highlight reels or vague advice. Just honest experiences, practical insights, and the specific actions that made the difference.

Expect stories of winning pitches against the odds, turning small client opportunities into long-term partnerships, making career-defining decisions, and finding ways to create work that genuinely cuts through the noise.

As always, Glug isn’t about lectures or networking with a name badge. It’s about bringing the creative industry together for an evening of inspiring conversations with great people, a slice of pizza and free drinks! The kind of atmosphere that’s made Glug London’s favourite creative night out.

New for this edition: Pecha Glugcha. Inspired by the rapid fire Pecha Kucha format, we’ll be inviting an additional speaker to present one bold idea in five minutes for a quick injection of something different, dropped in between our main talks. Expect the unexpected!

What Your Ticket Includes

• Three inspiring talks from leading creative professionals
• Practical insights and takeaways you can apply immediately
• A short guided wellbeing session
• Free slice of pizza
• Free snacks & drinks
• Networking with creatives from London’s leading agencies, studios and brands
• Access to one of what our mum's have described as 'Their favorite event'.
  

Why Attend?

Most creative events focus on the stage.

Glug has always been about what happens around it.

The conversations before the talks.
The introductions afterwards.
The future collaborators, clients, friends and opportunities you didn’t know you’d find.

Whether you’re looking for inspiration, new connections or simply a great night out with the creative community, Connection Not Clicks is designed to bring people together.

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Event Details

📅 Thursday 10th September 2026
📍 The Bersey Warehouse, 293 Old St, London EC1V 9LA (Canva Event Space)
🕡 Doors Open: 6:30pm
🕙 Kick-Out: 10pm
🍻 PUB!: 10pm-11:30pm

Nearest tube: Shoreditch High Street, Old Street (about a 5 min walk)

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See you there,

Glug London x
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