The Isle of Man Chapter of Startup Grind is delighted to host Leanne Harker, Founder of Great Minds Marketing, for a morning session exploring the trends shaping marketing in 2026 and the fundamentals that still matter most.

Join us from 8:30am in the Boardroom (Santander Work Cafe) for an interactive, practical conversation designed for founders, business owners, marketers and anyone with an interest in how marketing is evolving.

About this event

Marketing feels louder and faster than ever.

New tools.

New platforms.

New trends.

And constant pressure to keep up.

But the basics of good marketing haven’t changed.

In this session, Leanne will explore:

• What’s genuinely changing in marketing in 2026

• Where AI fits (and where it doesn’t)

• Why trust and simplicity matter more than ever

• How to avoid overwhelm and focus on what works

• What marketing looks like in a smaller community like the Isle of Man

This is not a technical masterclass, it’s a clear, practical session focused on better thinking and better decisions.

You’ll leave with simple ideas you can apply straight away, whether you run a business, work in marketing, or just want to understand how brands are evolving.

About the Speaker

Leanne Harker is the Founder of Great Minds Marketing, a strategic marketing consultancy based on the Isle of Man. With over 20 years’ experience across professional services, telecoms and global brands, Leanne works with organisations to bring focus, structure and confidence to their marketing.

She is passionate about cutting through noise, simplifying complex messages and helping businesses focus on what really drives growth.

Who Should Attend

• Startup founders and business owners

• In-house marketers

• Freelancers and consultants

• Students interested in marketing

• Anyone curious about how marketing is evolving

You don’t need to be a marketing expert to attend.