The inaugural Kent AI Conference proved to be an outstanding success, bringing together business leaders, technology experts and professionals from across the region for a day of insightful discussion, practical learning and valuable networking.
Despite taking place on one of the hottest days of the year, delegates remained comfortable throughout thanks to the venue’s excellent air conditioning, allowing everyone to focus on a packed programme exploring the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence in today’s workplace.
The conference opened to a full auditorium for an inspiring keynote from Ashley Jeggo, AI Workforce SMB Sales Lead at Microsoft UKI, who presented The AI-Powered Workplace: How AI Is Transforming the Way We Work. Ashley explored how artificial intelligence is reshaping businesses, enhancing productivity and changing the way organisations of all sizes operate, while offering practical advice on embracing AI responsibly and effectively.
The opening session set the tone for the day and received exceptional feedback from delegates. One attendee from Dragonfly Vision commented:
“The Opening Keynote brought my understanding of current trends in AI up to speed.”
Many others described the keynote as an excellent overview of the current AI landscape, praising the practical insights and real-world examples that helped them better understand how AI can be applied within their own organisations.
Throughout the day, delegates enjoyed a comprehensive programme of expert-led presentations covering responsible AI adoption, governance, AI agents, business transformation, practical use cases and emerging technologies. The event also provided extensive opportunities for networking, allowing attendees to connect with industry experts, exhibitors, sponsors and fellow professionals who share a passion for innovation and digital transformation.
Alongside the main conference programme, delegates also had the opportunity to visit the AI Drop-in Clinic, where they could speak directly with AI specialists, discuss challenges specific to their organisations and receive tailored advice. Feedback highlighted the value of having access to one-to-one support alongside the conference sessions. The positive response has given the event organisers a strong foundation on which to expand and further develop the AI Drop-in Clinic, with plans to enhance the offering and provide even greater value for delegates at future Kent AI Conferences.
The overwhelmingly positive feedback demonstrates just how valuable the conference was for businesses across Kent and beyond.
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97% of delegates rated the overall value of the event as Good, Very Good or Excellent.
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95% said the conference met their objectives.
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93% said they would attend the Kent AI Conference again next year, either as a delegate or as a sponsor or partner.
Delegates consistently praised the quality of the speakers, the breadth of topics covered and the practical takeaways they could immediately apply within their own organisations.
A delegate from Romney Marsh Wools said:
“Excellent event. We’re thrilled that Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce has pioneered bringing this initiative to our county. As AI becomes an increasingly important part of everyday business, events like this are invaluable for organisations of all sizes. They provide practical knowledge, inspire confidence, and help businesses embrace new technologies to improve productivity, innovation, and future growth.”
A representative from KPC Ltd commented:
“I really didn’t know what to expect, so glad I attended the day. It was very interesting and I am now looking forward to introducing AI into my business in the very near future. Thank you – it was a great day and very well organised.”
Another attendee from Dragonfly Vision described the conference as:
“Interesting, informative, practical and de-mystifying.”
Whilst a delegate from Duramen Consulting Ltd perfectly captured the atmosphere of the day by saying:
“Cool environment; hot topic.”
Many delegates also highlighted the excellent organisation of the event, the welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to hear from industry-leading experts, leaving with greater confidence in how AI can support productivity, innovation and future business growth.
The success of the inaugural Kent AI Conference has firmly established it as an important new event for the region’s business community. By bringing together expert speakers, leading technology partners and forward-thinking organisations, the conference provided a platform for learning, collaboration and innovation, helping businesses better understand the opportunities that artificial intelligence presents.
A huge thank you goes to the speakers, sponsors, partners, exhibitors and every delegate who attended and helped make the very first Kent AI Conference such a memorable success.
Register for Priority Access to Kent AI Conference 2027
Following the overwhelming success of the inaugural event, preparations are already underway for the Kent AI Conference 2027, taking place on Wednesday 16 June 2027. Register your interest today to secure priority access and be among the first to receive event updates, speaker announcements and, most importantly, exclusive access to the limited Early Bird ticket offer before tickets go on general sale. With Early Bird places available in strictly limited numbers, registering for priority access is the best way to ensure you don’t miss out on the lowest ticket price.
For more information on attending, visit KentAIConference.com.
Sponsorship and Partnership Opportunities
Position your organisation at the forefront of AI innovation by becoming a sponsor or partner of the Kent AI Conference 2027. With a highly engaged audience of business leaders, decision-makers and professionals looking to embrace artificial intelligence, the conference offers an excellent platform to showcase your products, services and expertise, build valuable connections and raise your profile within Kent’s thriving business community.
To find out more about sponsorship and partnership opportunities, or to discuss how your organisation can get involved, please get in touch with Claire Wigfall. Sponsorship packages are limited and can be tailored to help you achieve your business objectives while supporting one of Kent’s leading AI events.
For more information, visit KentAIConference.com/exhibiting-and-sponsorship/
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