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Will Holdoway to join booking platform Togather

METHOD co-founder Will Holdoway is joining Togather, an events booking platform which claims to be the largest of its kind in the UK.

Holdoway joins as event delivery director, responsible for scaling Togather’s expanding events catalogue and managing new live event software Togather 360. The digital platform boasts a network of suppliers for live events, ranging from food and beverage to venues to photographers, plus more.

Togather has helped deliver food and beverage offerings to more than 15 million people across the UK, at events including London Pride, GALA Festival, and the TCS London Marathon.

“I couldn’t be more excited to be joining Togather at this stage of their growth,” Holdoway says. “Over the last five years, it’s become clear that F&B is now central to the event experience, and Togather has been at the forefront of modernising this sector.

“I’m confident that in the coming years, their technology will be a game-changer for live events across the country, helping to improve the attendee experience in a meaningful way.”

“It’s amazing to have someone at Will’s level of technical expertise join the team”

He joins from event production company METHOD, which he co-founded and directed alongside James Dutton from its founding in 2019. During his tenure, Holdoway oversaw operations at events including Truck Festival, Tramlines, South Facing, and Drumsheads, and project management for Superstruct, Broadwick Live, Nando’s, and GroceryAid.

An active Futures Forum member and former speaker, Holdoway joins the Togather team with more than a decade of leadership experience in the event industry.

“It’s amazing to have someone at Will’s level of technical expertise join the team,” says Togather co-founder Hugo Campbell. “His event experience speaks for itself while he brings a level of creative vision, which ensures our clients are receiving the best possible F&B experience at their events.’

Togather began in 2017 as Feast It, utilised by people to book street food catering for parties and weddings. It has since grown to host over 1,500 suppliers while rebranding to Togather in 2023.

 


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METHOD achieves B Corp certification

METHOD, a UK-based event production company and consultancy whose clients include Tramlines and GALA festival, has achieved B Corp certification.

In the UK, just 1,900 companies have been recognised as B Corp – a business that meets rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, as verified by the nonprofit, B Lab.

METHOD has been recognised for its dedication to sustainability with both its internal operations and the events it produces. The firm’s efforts include client-focused initiatives such as transitioning to 100% greener fuel sources and zero waste to landfill.

The company says it strives to minimise waste, reduce carbon emissions, and promote social responsibility at every stage of event planning and execution.

“We’ve been reinvesting significant revenue in green initiatives since day one”

“We are thrilled to be recognised as a B Corp,” says Will Holdoway, co-founder and director of METHOD. “This certification validates our investment in sustainability and social practices to date – we’ve been reinvesting significant revenue in green initiatives since day one. But more than an accolade, B Corp certification is a milestone that cements our unwavering commitment towards a positive future and commitment to maintain these values while we grow.”

James Dutton, co-founder and director of METHOD, adds: “We believe that events have the power to inspire positive change and bring communities together. B Corp demonstrates our commitment to harnessing that power for good. This certification underscores our values, and in this challenging time for the sector, it’s crucial we maintain these principles. It is a real testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, as well as our clients and partners who share our vision for a positive future.”

The company says it will continue to review and improve internal policies while also consolidating its commitment to the 2030 Agenda, the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and the United Nations Global Compact.

 


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