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Kent AI Conference: Spotlight on Ashley Jeggo
The Kent AI Conference isn’t just another industry event – it’s where people come together, ideas take shape, and conversations around AI start to flow.
We are really excited to announce that we have organised for the event to be kicked off by Ashley Jeggo, AI Workforce SMB Sales Lead at Microsoft, bringing insight and a fresh perspective from one of the world’s leading tech names.
Who is Ashley Jeggo?
Ashley is an experienced tech leader who’s all about helping organisations (especially SMBs) get real value from AI and modern cloud tools. In his role as AI Workforce SMB Sales Lead at Microsoft UK & Ireland, he sits right at the crossroads of everyday business needs and emerging tech.
With a strong background in cloud, AI, and digital transformation, Ashley brings a practical, down-to-earth perspective to conversations around AI, helping organisations explore how to use it in ways that are responsible, thoughtful, and genuinely useful.
Opening keynote for the Kent AI Conference
Ashley will be opening the Kent AI Conference with a keynote centred on something many businesses are grappling with: Unlocking AI: Opportunities for business to thrive & survive. In a space that can sometimes feel overwhelming, his session aims to make things clearer, more relatable, and a lot more approachable.
You’ll hear how AI is already shaping the way teams work, helping streamline day-to-day tasks and improve outcomes – not as a future idea, but as something happening right now. Ashley will share real examples of organisations using AI to boost productivity, make smarter decisions, and open up new opportunities.
Whether you’re just getting started with AI or looking to take things further, this session is a great place to begin. It’s all about sparking ideas and giving you practical takeaways you can bring back to your own organisation.
About the Kent AI Conference
The Kent AI Conference brings together business leaders, tech experts, and innovators from across the region to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the way we work. Designed to be practical and accessible, the event focuses on real-world applications of AI – from improving productivity to unlocking new opportunities for growth. With a mix of keynote talks, expert insights, and networking, it’s a chance to learn, share ideas, and see how AI can make a genuine difference in everyday business.
📅 Date: 24 June 2026
⌚ Time: 9:00 – 16:30
📍 Location: Mecure Maidstone, Great Danes Hotel, Hollingbourne, ME17 1RE
Brought to you by the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce and headline partners, Select Technology and Microsoft.
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