NAA Networking Event – An Introduction to AI for SMEs
Start date: 27/03/2025
Cost: Free to NAA Members; Fee applies to Non-Members
Our March networking event, hosted by STFC Hartree Centre and held in conjunction with LCR Growth Platform, will help SMEs understand how AI can offer significant opportunities to improve their efficiency and grow.
Hear from a range of NAA member organisations including:
STFC Hartree Centre; Siemens UK; Helical Technology; University of Salford and Blackpool & The Fylde College.
Topics will include an introduction to AI followed by a number of industry case studies and a practical demonstration.
Organisational change management and skills challenges will also be covered, together with an overview of the funding landscape.
Agenda
12.00: Arrival & Informal Networking Lunch
13.00: Welcome and Introductions
13.05: Session 1:
Introduction to AI – STFC Hartree (STFC)
Case Studies – Siemens UK & Helical Technology
Change Management – University of Salford (UoS)
14:05: Refreshment / Comfort Break
14:20: Session 2:
SME Support – Blackpool & The Fylde College (B&FC)
Funding Landscape – STFC Hartree
Panel Discussion – STFC, UoS, B&FC, Helical Technology, Siemens, Brabners
15:20: Wrap-Up – Paul Jones
15:25: Breakout / Networking (including speakers)
16:15: Event Close
To register, contact Zoe
Free to NAA Members;
Charges apply to Non-members
Numbers are limited
