Darren is Founder of Three Little Birds
And will be running a workshop on Build the Engine First – stress-test your magazine’s commercial model and find the money that actually fits.
About Darren’s workshop
Most magazines don’t fail because the work isn’t good enough. They fail because the business underneath the work is fragile — and raising money only buys time to find that out. This hands-on session is for independent publishers weighing up investment, grants or growth. We’ll take three questions and run them on your actual title: can you describe how your business makes money in one sentence; do you own the path from your readers to your revenue; and do you know which kind of money you actually want, and what it costs? You’ll leave with answers, not just ambition.
About Darren
Darren is commercial and operational leader with over 20 years’ experience growing media, publishing, and creative businesses. His career has been built on turning ideas into profitable, scalable ventures — from launching award-winning brands and products, to leading multi-million-pound P&Ls, to building diverse, high-performing teams.
He specialises in helping organisations unlock new revenue streams, strengthen client partnerships, and create content and brand strategies that deliver both impact and commercial return. Whether it’s launching inclusive production studios, negotiating complex partnerships, or scaling sales operations, he focuses on building sustainable growth while fostering cultures where people can thrive.
Connect with Darren
Instagram: Three Little Birds
LinkedIn: Darren Sital- Singh