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Kent AI Conference: Spotlight on Nick Ellis
The Kent AI Conference is just around the corner and did you know Nick will be speaking on:
“From Doing the Work to Directing the Work: How AI is Changing Everyday Roles.”
He’ll be exploring how AI is reshaping the way we work, the challenges it’s introducing, and what the future of our roles could look like.
And there’s also a magical live AI moment in store (I’ve seen it and it’s seriously impressive!).

Who is Nick Ellis?
Nick Ellis is the lead for generative AI and innovation at Select Technology. He’s spent his career supporting global and local brands to achieve more with transformative technology.
In recent years, Nick has been instrumental in helping businesses across London and the southeast unlock the power of technology to drive business growth. With a focus on AI and automation, Nick equips organisations with the tools to enable streamlined processes, increased productivity and improved customer outcomes.
Nick is a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute, a neurodiversity champion and regular pub quizmaster.
We have some discount codes available for our friends – drop us a line at [email protected] if you’d like one.
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: Mercure 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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