Conference
Conference
what we’ve done > Matillion Super All Hands event
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
type of event:
Conference
location:
Manchester Central
attendees:
450
client: Matillion
date: Feb 2024
industry: Tech
I imagine it’s hard enough to reinvent a space for a third consecutive year and make it feel new, fresh and exciting… but you really, really did! I had so many people pull me aside to wax lyrical about your team—more than anything else. You upstaged Bear Grylls, Jake Humphrey, and even me! What you delivered was nothing short of amazing. THANK YOU!
Senior Director of Talent Development, Matillion
CLIENT BRIEF
After two successful editions, Matillion returned to us for their third annual Super All Hands event—an immersive three-day conference for over 500 delegates and partners from their global teams. With a familiar venue and event structure, the challenge was to keep the experience fresh, deliver engaging content, and add moments of surprise—while also ensuring plenty of opportunities for connection, entertainment, and celebration.
WHAT WE DELIVERED
We transformed Manchester Central into a vibrant Matillion Hub once again, using bold branding, large-scale print, and dynamic digital screens to reimagine the space. The venue featured a high-impact main stage, breakout rooms, and an engaging Expo Hall with over 40 exhibitors. Throughout the three days, the conference hosted keynote speeches, interactive sessions, and surprise moments—including a live interview with Matillion CEO Matthew Scullion led by Jake Humphrey, and a thrilling keynote from Bear Grylls (complete with a maggot breakfast challenge!).
To balance business with fun, we delivered a full fringe activity programme and a showstopping retro-themed party. Guests enjoyed arcade games, dodgems, UV mini golf, karaoke and more—an unforgettable way to end the event. Every department at Make Events was involved, from logistics and registration to creative production and on-site delivery, ensuring every detail ran seamlessly.
KEY RESULTS & IMPACT
500+ global employees aligned, inspired, and celebrated under one roof
Full delegate journey managed across multiple venues, stages, and experiences
Over 40 exhibitors in a vibrant expo, supporting internal alignment and innovation
Surprise elements like Bear Grylls and a retro party left a lasting impression
Seamless execution across three days, with universal praise from attendees
A NOTE FROM OUR TEAM
“Matillion’s Super All Hands is always a favourite. The challenge of making each year bigger, better, and bolder is one we thrive on—and this year was no different. From epic keynote surprises to nostalgic party vibes, we loved seeing the energy, connection and alignment this event sparked.”
Co-Director at Make Events