It all started with a simple idea: put Bristol on the map as a hub for innovation in Media and Entertainment.

The Bristol Media and Entertainment Mixer (BMEM) set out to create something different — a proper community where people could swap ideas, make connections, and, frankly, enjoy themselves while doing it.

Turns out, we were onto something. The response was undeniable. Attracting big names like Bitmovin, MediaKind, Accedo, and Harmonic to Bristol — and seeing that momentum build — has been incredible.

But why stop at Bristol?

London called next, and we answered with the London Media and Entertainment Mixer — our rebellious little sister event. Same energy, bigger playground. A new stage to shake things up, draw in fresh voices, and double down on the sense of community that made Bristol so special.

Amsterdam has already had its turn, perfectly timed with IBC. We brought something more grassroots, more informal, and more people-first to the city — tapping into the global energy of IBC while keeping the conversations grounded in community.

And we’re not stopping there. We’ll go wherever there’s appetite. Cities on the horizon include Lisbon, New York, and Las Vegas.

This is more than a series of events — it’s a growing movement.

The Media & Entertainment Mixer is about making space — real, human space — for honest conversations, innovative thinking, and cross-industry collisions. You don’t need a lanyard or a corporate title to belong. You just need curiosity, a bit of boldness, and a drink in hand.

Bristol will always be our home. But this thing’s got legs — and we’re taking it further.

As we look to new cities and new communities, one thing stays the same: we build this together. Inclusive, accessible, and always a bit unexpected.

The Media & Entertainment Mixer is growing — and it’s just getting started.