Northern Ireland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition 2026

⌖ Belfast · Entrepreneurs Unleashed

Hosted by Entrepreneurs Unleashed

A one-day, in-person AI bootcamp in Belfast for business owners who want to build a practical AI toolkit and improve business and marketing workflows. Build a smarter way of working Hosted by Entrepreneurs Unleashed, this focused seven-hour bootcamp explores how AI can help make business and marketing faster, smarter and less stressful. The aim is to give attendees a clearer understanding of practical AI tools and how they can support day-to-day work, providing a concentrated alternative to trying to navigate the technology alone. The event takes place on Thursday 29 October 2026, from 9:30am to 4:30pm. It is an entirely in-person experience, giving participants a full day dedicated to developing their AI toolkit and considering where automation could make a meaningful difference in their business. What to expect The bootcamp focuses on using AI as a shortcut to more efficient business and marketing. Although the event page does not name individual platforms or publish a detailed session-by-session agenda, its core themes include: - Building a useful toolkit of AI-powered resources - Finding smarter and faster approaches to business tasks - Applying AI within marketing workflows - Reducing stress and friction in everyday operations - Exploring how automation can support business growth This is particularly relevant to entrepreneurs, business owners and marketers who want to move beyond general discussion of AI and spend a dedicated day examining its practical business value. No specific experience level or technical prerequisites are listed, making the event worth considering whether you are beginning to investigate AI or looking to organise your existing approach more effectively. Venue and practical details The bootcamp will be held at Entrepreneurs Unleashed, North Derby Street, Belfast BT15 3HN, in Belfast. The listing includes directions for driving, public transport, cycling and walking. View the event and registration details

⌖ Belfast · Ulster University

Hosted by Centre for Legal Technology

Explore how AI will reshape legal practice, education, justice and service delivery at this free two-day event at Ulster University in Belfast. Hosted by the Centre for Legal Technology with the International Future of Law Association and LawTech Ireland, the programme brings together the judiciary, legal professionals, technologists, policymakers, academics and students. Day 1, Vibeathon/Hackathon Thursday 5 November 2026, 1:30pm–5pm Student and industry teams will tackle a real-world AI and legal technology challenge, combining legal knowledge and technical ideas to develop and pitch a practical solution. Teams can include up to four people, with a £500 prize for the winner. The session concludes with pizza and beer. Registered teams must email clt@ulster.ac.uk with their team name, members and nominated contact. Day 2, Conference Friday 6 November 2026, 9am–5:30pm The conference will look beyond AI hype through keynotes, expert panels, practical technology demonstrations and audience discussion. Topics include: - The future of legal technology - AI-era skills and the law school of the future - New law firm and legal service delivery models - Judicial AI and appropriate-use boundaries - AI and access to justice - Risk, opportunity and governance The conference will be officially opened by a senior government figure. Lunch is included, followed by a drinks reception and networking. CPD is available. The Vibeathon and conference require separate tickets, so select the correct free ticket when booking. The event takes place at Ulster University’s Belfast Campus on York Street, BT15 1ED. Register for this event

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⌖ Belfast · Ormeau Labs

Hosted by NI Fraud Forum

Explore how AI is reshaping fraud at this free, in-person NI Fraud Forum conference in Belfast on 18 November 2026. Artificial intelligence is creating challenges and opportunities for organisations tackling fraud. Criminals can use it to produce convincing deepfakes, clone voices and operate scams at unprecedented scale, while businesses and law enforcement are adopting AI to detect, prevent and investigate fraudulent activity. What to expect - Insight into how AI is shaping today’s fraud threat, and how that threat may develop - Short talks from local technology companies working with AI - A panel discussion examining AI’s real-world impact on businesses - Networking with colleagues from the public, private and voluntary sectors This three-hour conference takes place at Ormeau Labs, 18 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast BT2 8HS. Tea, coffee and croissants will be served from 8:30am, with the main programme beginning at 9am and the event ending at 11:30am. Speaker details and the full agenda have not yet been published. Attendance is free, but advance booking is required to reserve a place. The event is organised by NI Fraud Forum. Reserve your free ticket

⌖ Belfast · International Convention Centre (ICC Belfast)

Hosted by Practitioners

NIDC 2026 brings Northern Ireland’s developer community to ICC Belfast on 21 November for a full day of technical talks, workshops and hands-on villages. Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, the Northern Ireland Developer Conference is designed to broaden your technical knowledge while connecting you with people working across the technology industry. Organised by Practitioners and run by volunteers, NIDC combines serious learning with the welcoming community atmosphere summed up by its theme: “Technical talks, great craic, tech community.” What to expect The conference takes over the International Convention Centre in Belfast, with sessions spread across two halls, two rooms and a dedicated workshop space. The programme covers seven broad tracks: - Engineering - Product - Design and UX - Security - AI - Data - Wildcard topics That wide remit also extends to software, cloud, games, infrastructure and open source. It makes NIDC relevant to enthusiasts, students and experienced professionals alike, whether you want practical insight for your current role, exposure to adjacent disciplines or ideas to take back to your team. The day begins with registration at 08:30, followed by coffee and an opening session. Talks run in 30-minute slots across several parallel stages, while longer, one-hour workshops offer space for deeper exploration. Lunch and an afternoon break are built into the schedule, before closing remarks and prizes at 16:15. A four-hour after-party begins at 18:00, extending the opportunity to meet speakers, volunteers and fellow attendees. The full session agenda is due to be published in September. Community-led, hands-on and open to new voices NIDC’s community villages set it apart from a conventional multi-track conference. These themed, hands-on spaces are run by local community members and may focus on making, children’s coding, cyber, games and more. Anyone with an idea can propose a village. The event is also inviting practitioners to share work that broadens the community’s collective knowledge. Proposals can cover any technology-industry subject, with options for both talks and workshops. Prospective contributors can submit a session.… Register for this event

⌖ Belfast · Titanic Belfast

Hosted by agendaNI

Digital Government Belfast 2026 brings public-sector leaders to Titanic Belfast on 2 December to explore AI, cyber resilience and inclusive digital services. Organised by agendaNI, this interactive, full-day conference examines how Northern Ireland’s public services can use emerging technology while maintaining governance, transparency, privacy and public trust. It is designed for government decision-makers, digital and IT leaders, policy professionals, public-service teams, technology specialists and organisations involved in transformation projects. What to expect Three conference sessions combine expert presentations with audience questions, panel discussions and networking breaks in the exhibition area. Topics include: - Responsible and ethical adoption of AI in the public sector - Cybersecurity and organisational resilience in the age of AI - Digital twins, intelligent data management and emerging technologies - Digital transformation across health, social care and education - Sustainable digital transformation and digital decarbonisation - Accessible, user-led services and digital inclusion - Smarter towns, cities and government - International best practice, including lessons from Estonia The programme features Helen McCarthy, Chief Scientific and Technology Adviser at The Executive Office; Petra Holm of the e-Estonia Briefing Centre; Dr Paul Rice, Chief Digital Information Officer at the Department of Health; Rebecca Lutton of Digital Catapult; Adrian Johnston, Innovation Commissioner at Innovation City Belfast; and Hazel Murray, Chair of Cybersecurity at Munster Technological University. Further contributors represent Belfast Met, Supporting Communities, Momentum One Zero and other organisations. Sessions run from 9:00am to 5:00pm on Wednesday 2 December 2026 at Titanic Belfast in Belfast. The format prioritises delegate interaction, with Q&As, panel discussions and opportunities to exchange ideas or develop partnerships during the breaks. Register for Digital Government Belfast 2026

⌖ New York

Hosted by Crescendo

Crescendo Live San Francisco 2026 brings together customer experience leaders for a full-day exploration of AI's real-world impact on CX operations. Taking place on May 21, 2026 (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM PST) in the heart of San Francisco's tech ecosystem, this operator-focused conference cuts through AI hype to showcase what's actually working in customer support, automation, and team design. What You'll Gain This isn't another vendor-heavy conference. Crescendo Live delivers practical insights from experienced CX operators who are successfully deploying AI in production environments. You'll get clear on the new CX standard — understanding how speed, consistency, and trust have fundamentally reset customer expectations and where many organizations quietly fall short. The event tackles critical questions facing CX leaders today: how to move AI from experimentation to execution without breaking customer trust, how to pair automation with human expertise for faster decisions, and how to build smarter teams that leverage AI while maintaining the judgment and empathy that define exceptional service. Speaker Lineup Hear from leaders at the forefront of AI-powered customer experience, including James Green (Chief Customer Officer, Squire), Hemant Taneja (CEO, General Catalyst), Morgan Donaldson (Chief Commercial Officer, CNTRL+), Jaqueline Andre (Sr. Director CS Production & Support, BentoBox), Chris Jocson (Chief Operating Officer, Good Eggs), and executives from TaskRabbit, POLYWOOD, and Crescendo itself. These practitioners share real stories, honest challenges, and proven strategies from teams facing the same operational pressures you navigate daily. Event Format The day blends main stage content with interactive breakout sessions and workshops. Morning sessions (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) dive into foundational shifts in CX, followed by lunch and networking. Afternoon breakouts (1:30 – 2:30 PM) offer hands-on exploration of specific topics, with additional main stage content (2:30 – 4:30 PM) before an awards ceremony and cocktail reception that extends networking into the evening. Who Should Attend This conference is designed for CX leaders, customer support directors, automation strategists, and anyone responsible for delivering scalable, high-quality customer experiences. Whether you're evaluating AI tools, refining automation strategies, or redesigning team structures around AI capabilities, you'