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Join global leaders in London on 25 Feb 2026 to explore smarter, safer, and scalable AI and automation strategies shaping the future of business.
London, UK – The AI & Automation Conference 2026 will bring together senior operations, transformation, data, and AI leaders from global brands including EasyJet, Centrica, NatWest, Mars, Virgin Red, Novartis, Scania, British Gas, MUFG, Reckitt, and Deutsche Bank for one high-impact day of insight, innovation, and collaboration.
Designed for professionals driving digital transformation and operational excellence, the event offers real-world strategies to embed ethical, efficient, and human-centric AI and automation at scale. Attendees will uncover how to increase efficiency, manage risk, and future-proof their organisations while maintaining trust, empathy, and compliance.
A Practical Look at Real-World AI Adoption
Opening the conference, Richard Lawrence (Head of Service Excellence, EasyJet) and Sarah Jafri (Group Data Management Manager, Centrica) set the tone for a day focused on purposeful innovation. From Schroders’ Peter Jackson and Reckitt’s Anastasia Zygmantovich on demystifying AI applications, to Novartis, Mars, and Virgin Red on embedding automation into workflows, the agenda offers a grounded exploration of what’s truly working in practice.
Through panel debates and double perspectives, delegates will learn how to move beyond hype and identify business-specific problems AI can solve. Sessions explore how to integrate intelligent tools into legacy systems, enhance productivity, and balance automation with human oversight.
Ethical, Responsible & Compliant AI
As AI adoption accelerates, governance and compliance take centre stage. Experts including Joanne Biggadike (Head of Data Governance, Schroders) and Sarah Jafri (Centrica) will unpack the latest regulatory developments, such as the EU AI Act, and share practical steps for building robust governance frameworks that protect organisations and customers alike.
Delegates will also gain insight into data privacy and security, exploring GDPR-aligned best practice and responsible data management with Lauran Macare (Head of Payments Data, NatWest).
Driving ROI, Reducing Risk & Measuring Impact
AI investment must deliver measurable business value. Santiago Castro (Global Head of Automation & AI, MUFG) and Matthew Down (Head of Operational Excellence, Marston’s) will share proven methods for balancing innovation with cost control, selecting the right technologies, and ensuring continuous improvement through robust performance metrics.
Practical peer-to-peer discussions and networking sessions will enable participants to benchmark progress and exchange lessons learned across functions and industries.
AI’s Human Dimension: Workforce, Leadership & Culture
AI adoption is reshaping not just business operations but people strategy. Ben Sawyer (British Gas) will explore workforce readiness and upskilling, ensuring employees are empowered to use AI creatively and confidently.
In an exclusive case study, Gloria Madrid (Formerly Danone) reveals how executive leaders can integrate AI into personal and corporate transformation — balancing empathy with innovation and ensuring human oversight remains central.
The day closes with sessions on human-centric automation and the future of AI, led by Alex Polyakov (Scania) and Lucija Gregov (Deutsche Bank). Attendees will gain foresight into next-generation technologies, from advanced machine learning and robotics to large language models and autonomous systems, with actionable insights on where to invest next.
Why Attend
- Hear from 25+ AI, data, and transformation leaders across global brands
- Benchmark your AI maturity and identify high-value use cases
- Learn how to manage compliance, ethics, and governance in an evolving landscape
- Balance efficiency with empathy to maintain human-centred customer and employee experiences
- Network with peers and solution providers in exclusive speed networking and discussion zones
Secure Your Place
Join the conversation shaping the next era of responsible, scalable AI.
View the full programme and book your place at www.aiautomationconference.com.
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25 February 2026 | Copthorne Tara Hotel, Kensington, London
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