Content to inspire, engage and shape markets
Introduction
The Industry Insights Group is a digital first media business that maps high growth global markets to unlock value where others can’t.
Through news and insights, content and events we build engagement, relationships and networks in high growth business-to-business markets to share best practice and provide access to thought-leaders and experts in their fields.
We develop deep sector knowledge combined with operational expertise to build opportunities for long term value. We map markets and allow industry stakeholders to build value.
Brands
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Disruptive Content & Events to Move Markets
Global Dating Insights (GDI) is the leading source for news, insights, analysis and conferences in the online dating industry. We serve a highly engaged industry audience of over 75,000 unique monthly visitors from 100+ countries.
Since 2013 we have published over 20,000 stories and run over 40 international conferences and events throughout Europe, North America and Asia Pacific which connect the global online dating industry.
GDI is read by an international audience of executives in the online dating industry, through to investors, partners and suppliers to the industry.
eVTOL Insights is the leading source of news, information and analysis into the global electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) and urban air mobility markets.
Since 2020 eVTOL Insights has offered insight for leading executives in the market. Our in-depth news, insights and intelligence cover a range of different topics, from breaking industry news and company partnerships to industry updates on certification, infrastructure, battery developments, regulation and more.
Each year we host a number of international conferences and events throughout Europe, North America and Asia Pacific which connect the global eVTOL industry.
Social Discovery Insights is the leading source of news, information and analysis for the global social discovery market.
Launched in 2023 we offer news, conferences, insights and learning to a network of executives within the market.
The Social discovery market connects people through social networks, online platforms, or mobile apps, using technology to help users find and connect with individuals who share similar interests, hobbies, or activities.
Each year we host a number of international conferences and events throughout Europe, North America and Asia Pacific which connect the industry.
Partnerships & Events
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Unique Events & Insights
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Our industry leading brands have extraordinary influence with the decision makers in each market. We have developed an innovative suite of digital and in-person products that enable partners to reach sought-after audiences and drive business outcomes.
We bring the key global decision makers together. Through dynamic events held in 5* locations throughout the world we work with our partners to provide contacts, knowledge and insights that create market impact.
2024-25 Events Schedule
19 March 2024, The Michelangelo Hotel, NYC
Women in Dating Relaunch
19 March 2024, New York City
GDI Leaders Lunch
19 - 20 March 2024, Dream Downtown, NYC
GDI North America Conference
21 March 2024, Jay Suites Midtown East, NYC
SDI North America Conference
1 - 3 May 2024, Le Mount Stephen, Montreal
eVTOL Insights North America Conference
21 July 2024, Aviator Hotel, Farnborough
eVTOL Insights Leaders Lunch
24 - 25 September 2024, The Dilly, London
GDI London Conference
25 - 26 September 2024, The Dilly, London
SDI London Conference
15 June 2025, Paris Air Show
eVTOL Insights Leaders Lunch, Paris
16 November 2025, Dubai Air Show
eVTOL Insights Leaders Lunch, Dubai
Leadership
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Simon Corbett
CEO,
Industry Insights Group
Best-in-class Team
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As CEO of the Industry Insights Group, Simon Corbett manages the company’s portfolio of international specialist media & information business.
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Prior to this Simon started The Jargon Group, an international media, marketing and corporate communications business. The group’s portfolio of digital-first agency brands spans public relations, media and specialist digital services. The company has offices in Reading, Manchester, Cardiff and Dubai and employs over 40 PR professionals.
Simon Craddock
Chief Operating Officer,
Industry Insights Group
Doreen Pupillo
Head of Global Partnerships
Jane Harris
Events Manager, Industry Insights Group
Jason Pritchard
Editorial Director, eVTOL Insights
James Craven
Head of Business Development
Claire Elliott
PA, Industry
Insights Group
Sean Nolan
Editorial Director, Global Dating Insights
Celine Reynaud
Reporter, Social Discovery Insights
Chris Stoner
Reporter,
eVTOL Insights
Corporate Responsibility
Planet & Profit Together
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We believe we have a duty to deliver the highest quality content while reducing our impact on the planet.
In 2023 we announced a formal partnership with Ecologi, a global carbon reduction specialist. We are proud to support Ecologi and invest in a broad range of projects that are reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Through Ecologi tree planting partners, who are able to responsibly plant trees each month, we aim to plant over 100 trees each year, offsetting 10 tonnes of CO2 annually.
Acquisitions
Thinking of selling your business?​
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Are you looking to retire, step back from the day-to-day or realise the value you’ve created in your brand? We’re always on the lookout for exciting new markets to expand into.
If you run a trade magazine, organise conferences and seminars or run a membership based organisation, we’d love to hear from you. We are looking to grow our successful portfolio of industry brands.
Please contact our CEO, Simon Corbett via Linkedin to organise a time to chat.
Disability Confident Employer
A ' People first' Approach
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In February 2023 we were proud to become an accredited Disability Confident Committed employer within the UK market.
This ensures our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, we will always offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the role and will anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as required. We also commit to supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
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We are proud to be an employer encouraging others to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people.
Awards
Unlocking value where others can’t
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AOP Digital Publishing Awards
In 2021, Global Dating Insights was named in the AOP Digital Publishing Awards as a Finalist in the ‘Best Online Brand’ category.
The AOP Awards celebrate and benchmark excellence in digital publishing. These awards name the brands that are driving the success in the international digital publishing industry.
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IIG Capital
Long Term Approach
We are focussed on new opportunities where there is a clear audience, market and opportunity to disrupt. Our value proposition and credible business model allows us to enter new niche business-to-business markets and provide value for the industry audience and key strategic partners.
Board of Directors
Join Our Team
Intellectual, Digital & Human Capital
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Our talented team of professionals make us who we are. We invest in people and create workplaces and environments that drive creativity and quality.
We are proud to offer competitive employee compensation and benefits along with an exciting variety of health and wellness initiatives. Our Total Rewards package is an important element that should motivate and inspire team members to strive towards excellence.
IIG is proud to champion inclusivity by ensuring people of all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are represented in the content we create and throughout our global business. As we grow we want to invest in the next generation of world-class international talent across our various specialisms. If you love media, brands, content and fun, get in touch.
Honesty - Integrity - Transparency
Industry Insights Group joins impress
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Trust in the media has never been more important. Every member of the editorial and management team at the Industry Insights Group understands they have a key role to play in transparent, accurate and ethical reporting.
We’re proud to be a regulated member of impress, the gold standard regulatory scheme approved by the Royal Charter.
This means our audience knows we publish with integrity, we adhere to the Journalism Standards Code which supports and inspires excellence in news publishing and provides a benchmark for well-informed, insightful news content.
It also means our audience has an immediate and impartial complaints handling and dispute resolution procedure, should they disagree with the factual accuracy of our content.
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Internships
Investing in The Next Generation
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We offer a structured 12x months University Placement scheme for students whose degree allows them to complete a placement year. The placement is Editorially focussed and offers future journalists the opportunity to work across various brands in the group to develop the skills needed for a successful career in journalism.
Learning and Development is at the heart of the Industry Insights Group, placement students are supported by the entire team across the various brands we operate. Professional development is planned and managed to ensure you have the right knowledge to help drive the business forward and contribute to our growth.
Transforming Mental Health
Investing in team mental health
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Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders®) are crucial to helping boost employee wellbeing at the Industry Insights Group as we adjust to constantly changing business models throughout the global industries we support.
We are proud to have team member Claire Elliott as a fully qualified mental health first aider with MHFA England which provides the skills to spot the signs of poor mental health, the confidence to start a conversation and the knowledge to signpost to appropriate support.
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As the only provider of licensed Mental Health First Aid courses in England, our Instructor Training programme is accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health.
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Get in Touch
Registered Office: Advantage, 87 Castle Street, Reading, Berkshire, England, RG1 7SN
Advertising/Billing: accounts@iigroup.global
Media Enquiries:
media@iigroup.global
Talent:
people@iigroup.global