World of Data & AI
Date: Thursday 23 April
Time: 2pm – 6pm followed by drinks and canapés
Where: Royal Society of the Arts (Strand entrance)
World of Data and AI is a half day summit, bringing together senior leaders from across industry and the public sector to explore real world implementations of data and AI. Featuring speakers from Halfords and Camden Council and others, the event will showcase practical, first-hand experiences of delivering data and AI initiatives. The conference will explore key themes like how to achieve senior buy in for data and AI initiatives, the role of governance in AI implementations and how to align people, tech and governance to achieve goals.
Rather than focusing on AI theory and hype, the World of Data and AI will focus on actionable lessons and real outcomes. The event will be an opportunity to learn from peers, share perspectives across sectors and connect with others facing similar challenges in an increasingly data and AI-driven world.
At the event, you can look forward to:
Client stories
Gain valuable insights from our clients who will share their success stories and challenges surrounding data and AI.
Keynote speaker
Listen to an industry leader discuss the latest trends and developments in the field of data and AI.
Networking
Connect with industry peers and Valconeers during the breaks, creating relationships and sharing ideas.
Programme
Time
Activity
14:00
Arrival and registration
14.30
Opening remarks – Laura Casci & Simon de Timary
14.35
Getting started on the AI journey – Koko, Martin Paice & Simon de Timary
14.45
Data integration in practice – Fireside chat with James Stokes (Elexon), interviewed by Jasper
15.15
Public sector panel: Getting your data foundations in place – Camden Council, Home Office, DSIT & ONS
16.00-16.40
Break and demos
16.45
Keynote speaker (to be announced)
17.15
Data & AI in retail – Fireside chat with Sam Saunders (Halfords), interviewed by Martin Paice
17.35
Audience Q&A and closing remarks
After a successful World of Data & AI event in the Netherlands in June 2025, we are excited to bring this experience to London in 2026! Check out some highlights from the last event in this video.
Transportation
RSA House – The Vaults is located on the Strand in central London.
- On arrival: Valcon branding will be visible to guide you.
- Entrance: Please enter via the Strand entrance on Durham House Street, WC2N 6HG.
- Tube: Embankment, Charing Cross and Temple stations are all within a 5–7 minute walk.
- Bus: Multiple bus routes stop directly on the Strand.