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21 OCTOBER
Celebrate the power of independence. Join WA’s independent agency community as we come together to celebrate the people, ideas and ambition driving our sector forward. Connect with fellow IMAA members and partners, hear where the indie sector is heading, and raise a glass to a fantastic year.
Independent agency members only
1 ticket only for media partners
JOIN US
21 OCTOBER
Celebrate the power of independence. Join WA’s independent agency community as we come together to celebrate the people, ideas and ambition driving our sector forward. Connect with fellow IMAA members and partners, hear where the indie sector is heading, and raise a glass to a fantastic year.
For independent agency members only.
For media partners/sponsors only.
AGENDA
4:30pm
Arrival
5:00pm
Proceedings begin
5:15pm
Sam Buchanan
The Power of Independence
Where the indie sector stands today, the momentum shaping the market and what's ahead.
5:45pm
Networking
7:30pm
Close
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The Power of Independence
Australia’s indie sector continues to build momentum, driven by entrepreneurial thinking, agility, strong client relationships and the freedom to do things differently.
IMAA CEO Sam Buchanan will share what we’re seeing across the market, from changing client expectations and new opportunities for growth to AI, technology and evolving agency models.
We’ll also hear directly from Indie Leaders around Australia on what they believe are the greatest strengths of being independent, and why those strengths matter now more than ever.
AGENDA
4:30pm
Arrival
5:00pm
Proceedings begin
5:15pm
Sam Buchanan
The Power of Independence
Where the indie sector stands today, the momentum shaping the market and what's ahead.
5:45pm
Networking
7:30pm
Close
Brought to you by:
The Power of Independence
Australia’s indie sector continues to build momentum, driven by entrepreneurial thinking, agility, strong client relationships and the freedom to do things differently.
IMAA CEO Sam Buchanan will share what we’re seeing across the market, from changing client expectations and new opportunities for growth to AI, technology and evolving agency models.
We’ll also hear directly from Indie Leaders around Australia on what they believe are the greatest strengths of being independent, and why those strengths matter now more than ever.
EVENT HOST
Sam Buchanan
The CEO of Independent Media Agencies Australia and a founding leader of the organisation. With 25+ years across media owners, agencies and clients, Sam has grown IMAA into a powerful industry voice, championing independent agencies, collaboration, sustainability and meaningful industry change.
EVENT HOST
Sam Buchanan
The CEO of Independent Media Agencies Australia and a founding leader of the organisation. With 25+ years across media owners, agencies and clients, Sam has grown IMAA into a powerful industry voice, championing independent agencies, collaboration, sustainability and meaningful industry change.
Brought to you by:
Independent agency members only.
1 ticket only for media partners
EVENT DETAILS
Location
The Loft at The Aviary,
Gordon Stephenson House,
140 William St, Perth WA
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Event details
Wednesday 21 October 2026
Arrival 4:30pm
Program 5:00pm–7:30pm
Event enquiries
Jo Moss, Event Manager
jo@theimaa.com.au