Elvijs Plugis @plugiselvijs

A few days ago, I had the chance to pop into the vibrant Sprayground pop-up store on Oxford Street, and what a fantastic experience it was! It was a real pleasure to spend some time chatting with Chief Operating Officer James Farrell and to see first-hand how the brand continues to push the boundaries of creativity. The pop-up—open until the end of July—is an explosion of colour, art, music and imagination. From the incredible Lamborghini display to the exciting Transformers collaboration, it’s an experience that’s well worth visiting, especially for young people and anyone who appreciates bold design and street culture. What impressed me most, however, wasn’t just the creativity—it was Sprayground’s genuine commitment to giving back to young people and the community. Learning more about the vision of founder David Bendavid , together with the creative flair Sunflower, made the visit even more inspiring. It’s always wonderful to see a brand that understands success is about making a positive impact as well as creating great products. A heartfelt thank you to Lara Accinson la_ldnpro for looking after us so beautifully throughout our visit, and once again, happy birthday, nataliacassel ! Wishing you a wonderful year ahead. If you’re in London before the end of July, make sure you stop by—you won’t be disappointed. #Sprayground #OxfordStreet #London

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An evening of innovation, expertise and great company. It was a privilege to attend the exclusive premiere of Channel 4’s Surgery Secrets of the Super Rich at @HarveyNichols , celebrating a series that offers a fascinating insight into the world of cutting-edge aesthetic and regenerative medicine. Congratulations to our good friend @DrRhonaEskander , whose dedication to excellence continues to set the benchmark in cosmetic dentistry. Seeing the incredible smile transformation she created was a reminder of how dentistry can do so much more than change appearances—it can restore confidence and transform lives. It was equally a pleasure to meet Dr. Motox and hear about the latest advances in facial aesthetics and skin treatments. The conversations throughout the evening highlighted just how quickly science and innovation continue to shape the future of patient care. Surrounded by inspiring people, engaging conversations and a wonderful atmosphere, it was a fantastic way to celebrate the launch of what promises to be a thought-provoking series. Thank you to everyone involved for such a warm welcome and congratulations to the entire cast and production team. Wishing you every success with the series. If you’d like to read more about the evening, take a look at our feature in Parliament News: parliamentarysociety.com/post/inside-th… #SurgerySecretsOfTheSuperRich #Channel4 #HarveyNichols

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A memorable afternoon at the BSME Icons Lunch at Rosewood London. It was a real pleasure to be in the room for a fascinating conversation with Ian Hislop, one of the most recognisable voices in British media, alongside Timandra Harkness. I always value opportunities to learn from people who have shaped public conversation, challenged ideas, and contributed so much to British culture and media. The discussion was a strong reminder of the importance of independent thinking, sharp conversation, and the role media continues to play in society. Thank you to the British Society of Magazine Editors, Juliette McCrimmon, and the wider BSME team for such a beautifully organised event. A wonderful London afternoon of conversation, insight, and connection. #BSME #IanHislop #PrivateEye #BritishMedia #Journalism #Publishing #Media #Culture #LondonEvents

A memorable afternoon at the BSME Icons Lunch at Rosewood London. It was a real pleasure to be in the room for a fascinating conversation with Ian Hislop, one of the most recognisable voices in British media, alongside Timandra Harkness. I always value opportunities to learn from people who have shaped public conversation, challenged ideas, and contributed so much to British culture and media. The discussion was a strong reminder of the importance of independent thinking, sharp conversation, and the role media continues to play in society. Thank you to the British Society of Magazine Editors, Juliette McCrimmon, and the wider BSME team for such a beautifully organised event. A wonderful London afternoon of conversation, insight, and connection. #BSME #IanHislop #PrivateEye #BritishMedia #Journalism #Publishing #Media #Culture #LondonEvents

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A wonderful day at The La Martina Varsity Polo Day at Guards Polo Club, celebrating one of the great traditions of the British summer season. ☀️🐎 From the historic Oxford and Cambridge rivalry to the excitement on the field and the wonderful atmosphere throughout the day, it was a fantastic occasion that brought together sport, friendship, and timeless British elegance. A special thank you to the talented actress Alejandra de la O for her kind invitation and hospitality. It was a pleasure to spend the day in such wonderful company alongside Rebeca Riofrio and dear friends, enjoying great conversations, plenty of laughter, and some outstanding polo. There is always something special about the start of polo season. It signals the arrival of summer, bringing together people from different backgrounds to enjoy sport, tradition, and memorable moments in beautiful surroundings. Looking forward to many more wonderful days throughout the season. #PoloSeason #LaMartina #VarsityPolo #GuardsPoloClub #PoloLife #SummerSeason

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It was a pleasure to attend the opening of Lara Julian’s new exhibition at COYA City in the heart of the City of London. Lara’s latest collection demonstrates a distinctive artistic voice, combining technical skill with thoughtful storytelling. The works on display reflect both creativity and depth, making for a truly engaging exhibition. Supporting artists and cultural initiatives remains vital to the continued growth of London’s creative landscape, and it was encouraging to see such a strong gathering of individuals from across the arts community. Afterwards, I enjoyed a wonderful dinner with my better half — a perfect way to conclude an inspiring evening of art, conversation, and culture. #ArtExhibition #LondonArt #CityOfLondon #ContemporaryArt

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Some evenings remind us why bringing people together truly matters. The Parliamentary Society Assembly on 2nd June, 2026, at the House of Commons was not only a celebration of achievement, but a necessary conversation about responsibility, safeguarding, online abuse, violence prevention, mental health, inclusion, diversity, and the role influence must play in creating safer and more supportive industries. A special thank you to Rebeca Riofrio, Chairwoman and Founder of the Parliamentary Society for Arts, Fashion and Sports, whose vision, leadership, and dedication continue to create a platform where achievement, dialogue, and responsibility meet. We are deeply grateful to Alex Davies-Jones, our principal host at the House of Commons, for her leadership, support, and powerful contribution to such an important conversation. There is still a significant gap in support for artists, creatives, performers, designers, and people across the wider arts world. Many give so much of themselves to culture, society, and public life, often without the protection, recognition, or support they truly deserve. That is why this Assembly was important. Congratulations to our Parliamentary Society Assembly 2026 honourees and awardees: 🏅 Suzy Menkes OBE 🏅 Andrea Thompson 🏅 Denise Parkinson 🏅 Rhea Maria Elliott 🏅 David Ben David 🏅 Natalia Kapchuk 🏅 Dr Patricia Caiza 🏅 Karina Dubina 🏅 Dr Rhona Eskander 🏅 Charli Howard 🏅 Evgeni Constantine Minchev 🏅 Ambassador Anna Irene Delgado 🏅 Kyle De’Volle 🏅 Aiden London 🏅 Alexei Bezrukov 🏅 Tamara Cincik 🏅 Kam Murali Special thanks to our speakers and contributors: ✨ Leanne Elliott Young ✨ Holly Scarfone ✨ Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu ✨ Bryan Gomez Thank you to every guest who joined us, travelled to be there, shared their voice, supported the conversation, or stood in the room with purpose. ! Your presence makes a difference. ! Your words shape lives. ! Your persistence changes the world. The arts do not simply entertain society. They challenge it, heal it, question it, inspire it, and move it forward. We must continue to protect and support the people who make that possible. With gratitude, Elvijs Plugis Vice Chair Parliamentary Society for Arts, Fashion & Sports parliamentarysociety.com/post/elvijs-pl… #parliamentarysociety #HouseofCommons #parliament #leadership #PositiveImpact

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@ECOrchestra Proud to welcome TrinityBridge as a Gold Partner. englishchamberorchestra.com/english-chambe…

We are delighted to welcome TrinityBridge as a Gold Partner of the English Chamber Orchestra Royal Gala 2026. This partnership reflects a shared belief in stewardship — of legacy, relationships, cultural institutions and future generations. Learn more: englishchamberorchestra.com/english-chambe…

English Chamber Orchestra Royal Fundraiser Gala 2026 at Whitehall Banqueting House: an invitation-only evening with champagne reception, gala dinner, performance and curated artistic moments. englishchamberorchestra.com/english-chambe… #RoyalGala #ClassicalMusic

Honoured to attend a beautiful breakfast at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, hosted by Trinity Bridge, in support of She Grows Veg. I was pleased to attend, representing the English Chamber Orchestra, alongside James Rutherford, CEO of the English Chamber Orchestra. It was a pleasure to be among such inspiring people from the arts, business, culture, and creative sectors, while experiencing one of the world’s most celebrated horticultural events. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show remains a remarkable celebration of design, creativity, craftsmanship, and nature — a place where tradition and innovation meet beautifully. A big thank you to Suzanne and the TrinityBridge team for such a warm and elegant morning, and congratulations to She Grows Veg for their inspiring work and presence at Chelsea. A truly special way to start the day. #ChelseaFlowerShow #trinitybridge #englishchamberorchestra #londonevents

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The United Kingdom is undeniably navigating a period of political turbulence and public frustration. Across every side of the national conversation, people are voicing deep concerns surrounding the cost of living, social division, public trust, and the growing sense that many voices are no longer being fully heard. Regardless of political affiliation, these moments remind us how profoundly interconnected leadership, policy, and everyday life truly are. At the same time, witnessing His Majesty King Charles III deliver the King’s Speech at Parliament this week served as a powerful reminder of the enduring importance of democratic institutions, respectful dialogue, and national continuity during uncertain times. It was meaningful to stand alongside members of the Commonwealth First Culture Council (CFCC), reflecting on the importance of understanding survivors and supporting conversations that strengthen communities through compassion, culture, and unity. Thank you also to The Telegraph for the thoughtful gesture and continued engagement during such an important week in British public life. #London #UnitedKingdom #Parliament #Leadership #ArtsAndCulture

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Without music, life would be a mistake.” — Friedrich Nietzsche An exceptional evening at Cadogan Hall with the @ECOrchestra English Chamber Orchestra — an institution that continues to preserve the beauty and legacy of classical music, and one I am proud to support as a board member. Beautifully organised by CEO - James Rutherford the evening began with a wonderful private drinks reception in the Caversham Room before an outstanding programme featuring Arriaga’s vibrant Overture in D Major, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s timeless Piano Concerto No. 21 in C, K467 and exquisite concert arias, concluding with the brilliance and expressive energy of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4. Magnificent performances by: ✨ Lusine Khachatryan ✨ Sarah Fox ✨ Roberto Forés Veses It was also fantastic to see so many friends in attendance. Thank you for coming ❤️. Bringing younger generations back into concert halls and ensuring classical music continues to inspire future audiences is something deeply important. The arts remain one of the greatest forces for culture, connection, and emotion. A truly memorable evening filled with music, friendship, and inspiration. 🎼✨ #englishchamberorchestra #cadoganhall #classicalmusic #mozart #beethoven

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We are delighted to announce that visits to our Awards venue for 2027 are now completed, and we secured the venue as we prepare for what promises to be an exceptional celebration of talent and innovation within the fashion industry. Business Fashion Awards with Rebeca Riofrio and Evgeni Minchev ART 🗓 6 March 2027 Nominations will be opening very soon, and we warmly invite businesses across all areas of fashion—from design and production to retail, media, and innovation—to be considered by our distinguished panel of judges. The nomination form will be available to download directly from our website—please find the link in our bio. We look forward to discovering and recognising the remarkable individuals and organisations shaping the future of fashion. businessfashionawards.com #FashionAwards #FashionIndustry #FashionBusiness #CreativeExcellence #InnovationInFashion

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Let me tell you what actually happens when you sign a marketing agency. You sit across from someone impressive and convincing. They know their stuff, they speak your language, they understand your problem. You sign. Then they're gone. What you get instead is someone you've never met, managing your account between four others, learning what your business does while your budget runs down. You wanted the expert. You got the apprentice. And nobody tells you this upfront. Because if they did, you wouldn't sign. I've seen this happen to smart people again and again. Founders who built real businesses, who knew exactly what they needed, who got taken for a ride because the agency model isn't designed around your results. It's designed around your invoice. More spend means more fees. More channels means more retainers. The incentive is never to simplify — it's to grow the scope until you can't tell what's working and what isn't. And when it all falls apart, there's always an explanation. The algorithm. The market. The brief. Never them. And they move and and get another client, but you are left burned. Here's what bothers me most though. It's not even that the work is always bad. Sometimes it's fine more then not. It's that nobody in the building actually cares whether your business grows. Not really. They care about the account. About the relationship. About renewal. Your one of many, and one of their dozens of employees is dealing with you. Your a number, a client, dealing with accounts manager. Your growth is incidental to all of that. I started Sigulp because I wanted to work differently. When you work with us, you talk to me as CEO - CMO expert, Elvijs Plugis. Not my assistant. Not an account lead. Me — directly, consistently, actually involved in your business. My team becomes your marketing department. We run the whole thing — strategy, digital, SEO, social, AI marketing, PR, media, production, events, partnerships, revenue. Not as separate services you bolt together. As one function working toward one thing: your growth, your success. And I include fractional CMO as standard, I become your Chief Marketing Officer. Not because it sounds good on a proposal. Because someone senior needs to own the strategy or none of the rest of it matters, unless we deliver results. Here's the part I mean genuinely: if your revenue grows, I grow with you. If you fail, I lose a client. There's no arrangement where I win and you don't. That's not a sales line — it's just how the model works. Full marketing department. CMO included. From £3,000 a month, with UK based team. No handoffs. No lock-ins designed to trap you. No offshore teams dressed up as UK delivery. Just someone who actually gives a damn whether it works, and when I deliver, and you grow so will I. If any of this sounds familiar — if you're currently paying an agency and quietly wondering what you're actually getting — DM me. Or book here: calendly.com/sigulp/consult… sigulp.com Elvijs Plugis (CMO) — Founder & CEO, Sigulp

Have you ever laid awake at night staring at the ceiling thinking — how do I grow this? Why isn't it working? 🫥 You're not alone. Every business owner has been there. I offer a free strategic call to business owners. I do it because it lets me understand markets even better and actually help the people building things. Book your complimentary strategy session here: calendly.com/elvijs-sigulp/… Or message me directly — happy to chat and offer advice. Your not alone in this! #business #strategycall #marketingadvise #needbusinesshelp

“Everyone is selling me marketing… but I don’t actually understand what I’m getting.” I hear this from business owners all the time. They’re spending money, but don’t know what’s working, what’s not, or whether it’s worth it at all. Most business owners are either avoiding marketing completely (more and more) or spending on it without real clarity or control. 💭 Both are costing your business. I’ve seen this from the inside for 15+ years. A large part of the industry benefits from keeping business owners dependent, not informed. So I built something to change that. - Working to empower and educate business owners. Flexible and 1:1 Marketing Training for Business Owners: Two clear paths: Path 1 — Learn Marketing Control For business owners who outsource marketing but want clarity and control. Learn how to manage, audit, and hold marketers accountable — without doing it yourself Path 2 — Learn Marketing Mastery and Delivery For those who want full ownership and the ability to do marketing themselves. We build and run your marketing together on your business — so you generate results and understand exactly how it works and how to deliver growth and revenue. ✅ Flexible — fit around your schedule ✅ Fraction of agency costs ✅ Direct 1:1 with an award-winning CMO ✅ Results from session one If your marketing has ever felt unclear, frustrating, or out of your control — this is exactly why this exists. Message me Elvijs Plugis #business #marketing #growth #entrepreneurship #leadership

After 15 years building, scaling and delivering marketing across the UK, Europe, USA, India and the GCC — I decided it was time to pass it on. Today I am launching the Digital Marketing UK Internship Course — a live, hands-on programme where I personally train the next generation of digital marketers through direct weekly sessions, real company project delivery and live case studies. Every student chooses their path: 📌 Internship placement — work on real London company projects as an intern 📌 Project placement — deliver specific real-world campaigns and case studies From just £299 per person. Everything is done online, at your convenient time. But make no mistake — this is not pre-recorded content you watch alone. Every session is live. Every project is real. Every piece of feedback is direct. This is 15 years of industry experience, compressed into 12 weeks of hands-on delivery. We are training * Interns - Apprentices - Starters * Elites * Marketers The curriculum covers everything the 2026 marketing world demands — AI tools and workflows, answer engine optimisation, SEO, performance marketing, social media, email automation, LinkedIn B2B, WhatsApp funnels, analytics and more. Spaces are limited. This is direct training from a mentor — not a platform with thousands of users and zero personal attention. If you are serious about entering digital marketing, switching careers into the industry, or upgrading your skills for the AI era — this is your door. April 2026 cohort is now open - contact me for space enquiry - Elvijs Plugis- [email protected] Powered by Techtadd | In partnership with Sigulp, Art In Fusion TV & Erevantis #DigitalMarketing #MarketingInternship #UKInternship #NewEraMarketing #AIMarketing #marketingcourse