Cardiff Entrepreneur and Startup Summit

⌖ Cardiff · Cardiff City Stadium

Hosted by B2B Growth Expo

Cardiff B2B Growth Expo 2026 brings AI, innovation, investment and business-growth insights to Cardiff City Stadium on Thursday 29 October, 10am–4:30pm. Designed to help businesses generate leads, meet prospective buyers and discover new opportunities, this one-day, in-person expo combines a large exhibition with expert talks, practical workshops and structured networking. Organised by B2B Growth Expo, the event expects more than 1,500 prospective buyers and over 100 exhibitors at Cardiff City Stadium in Cardiff. What to expect The programme covers timely themes shaping modern organisations, including AI, business innovation, sustainability, corporate wellbeing, finance, investment and business growth. Rather than relying on a single conference track, the expo offers several ways to learn, connect and participate: - An exhibition featuring products, services and potential business partners - Keynote talks and specialist seminars - Panel discussions exploring business challenges and opportunities - Hands-on workshops focused on practical learning - Speed networking and dedicated relationship-building sessions - An Investors Pitch Fest for businesses seeking visibility and investment - Business awards celebrating commercial achievement The wider schedule begins with exhibitor setup, followed by networking for guests of honour, exhibitors and VIP guests. The show is then formally opened by the Lord Mayor of Cardiff. Attendees can move between the exhibition floor, keynote programme, seminars, workshops, networking sessions and pitch activities throughout the day. Speakers The announced keynote line-up includes: - Santosh Kumar, Global CEO of B2B Growth Hub - Councillor Michael Michael, Lord Mayor of Cardiff - Nagendra Mishra, serial entrepreneur and owner of multiple businesses - Des O’Connor, Director at DesOConnor.ai - Michael Ramlakhan, Founder and Managing Director at Timeless IMS - John Attridge, CEO at BBX UK Who should attend?… Register for this event

⌖ Cardiff · Future Inn Cardiff Bay

Hosted by Comercity

A practical half-day AI adoption event for SME owners and business leaders, held in Cardiff on 5 November 2026. Rather than focusing on tools, prompts or demonstrations, The AI Leadership Edge explores what makes AI adoption work across a business. Three experts will address the core challenges of: - Building genuine AI capability - Applying AI to business processes - Leading people and organisations through change - Assessing where your business is on its AI journey - Identifying practical next steps without getting distracted by hype Speakers include Estelle Cartlidge of My Biz Solution, Simon Drinkwater of Vantor Advisory and Steve Huggett of IT Associates. The session will be compered by Dai Rees of The Inner Edge, with opportunities for bespoke discussions with the speakers about how they could support your business. Designed for SME owners, managing directors and other business leaders, not IT teams or technical specialists, the event takes a practical, business-transformation view of AI. Event details - Date: Thursday 5 November 2026 - Time: 10am–1pm - Format: Three-hour, in-person session - Venue: Future Inn Cardiff Bay, Hemingway Road, Cardiff CF10 4AU - Price: Free for Comercity members; £15 for non-members - Refunds: Available up to seven days before the event - Organiser: Comercity Get tickets for The AI Leadership Edge

⌖ Cardiff · Cardiff Metropolitan University

Hosted by Cardiff Met Entrepreneurship

Explore how founders are using technology to reshape established industries at this two-hour panel and networking event in Cardiff. Hosted by Cardiff Met Entrepreneurship, Meet and Mingle takes place Tuesday 10 November 2026, from 6pm to 8pm, at Cardiff Metropolitan University, Western Avenue, Cardiff CF5 2YB. Founder stories and practical insights The in-person panel brings together two founders using technology to solve real-world business problems: - Ammar Akhtar, founder of Final Rentals, a Welsh-founded car rental technology company operating in more than 65 countries. Ammar will share a perspective shaped by building and scaling an international tech business. - Katie Fernquest, founder of WeLaunch, a bias-free talent catalogue designed to match startup founders with specialist talent and timely business support. Expect first-hand stories about turning ideas into action, challenging the status quo, navigating opportunities and setbacks, and the future of tech-driven innovation. The evening also includes networking and broader conversations spanning entrepreneurship, education and lessons learned. This event is suited to founders, professionals, mentors and advocates interested in technology, startup growth and building stronger business connections. No specific experience level is stated. Get tickets for Meet and Mingle.

⌖ Berlin

Explore sustainable AI factories, sovereign European infrastructure and energy-efficient compute with Polarise at GTC Berlin, 20–22 October 2026. Polarise will exhibit at GTC Berlin 2026 in Berlin, presenting its approach to building the infrastructure behind responsible, high-performance AI services. Running from 20 to 22 October 2026, the event offers an opportunity to meet the Polarise team and discuss how sustainable digital infrastructure can support ambitious AI projects without losing sight of data sovereignty or environmental responsibility. What Polarise will showcase The company’s presence will centre on AI Factories backed by a first generation of sustainable digital infrastructure. Visitors can explore four connected areas: - AI Factories and the infrastructure required to deliver modern AI services - European AI sovereignty solutions - Green AI compute optimisation - More energy-efficient approaches to running AI workloads Together, these themes address a practical challenge for organisations adopting AI at scale: how to secure the computing capacity they need while retaining control over data and reducing the environmental impact of intensive workloads. Polarise positions its infrastructure as a foundation for responsible AI development, combining technical capability with European sovereignty and sustainability priorities. Who should visit the booth? Polarise’s exhibition will be particularly relevant to organisations evaluating AI infrastructure, teams delivering AI-powered services, and potential partners interested in sovereign or energy-conscious compute. It should also appeal to decision-makers exploring how infrastructure choices affect performance, data governance and environmental goals. The format is centred on the exhibition booth and pre-arranged conversations rather than a published talk or workshop programme. Attendees can schedule dedicated time with the Polarise team to explore partnership opportunities and discuss how its infrastructure could support the delivery of cutting-edge AI services. The booth number has not yet been announced. For a focused conversation during the event, book a meetup with the Polarise team at the booth.… Register for this event

⌖ New York · Javits Center

Hosted by CREtech

CREtech New York 2026 is the flagship commercial real estate conference where 3,000+ industry leaders converge to explore AI's transformative impact on the built environment. Taking place October 20-21, 2026 at the Javits Center in New York, this two-day event serves as the defining gathering for real estate professionals navigating the AI revolution. The Industry's Largest Meetings Program At the heart of CREtech New York is the industry's most ambitious networking initiative: over 20,000 pre-scheduled 1:1 meetings facilitated through CREtech Meetup, the conference's proprietary meetings platform. This isn't networking by chance—it's strategic matchmaking at scale, connecting owners, developers, occupiers, investors, brokers, tech leaders, and advisors for high-value conversations that drive measurable ROI. Who Should Attend This conference brings together the complete real estate ecosystem: - Property owners and developers seeking AI-driven competitive advantages - Real estate investors evaluating PropTech opportunities - Corporate occupiers optimizing workplace strategy with AI - Brokers and advisors staying ahead of technological disruption - Technology leaders and innovators shaping the industry's digital future Conference Highlights 150+ Expert Speakers deliver insights across multiple stages, including the Main Stage and Innovation Stage, covering AI implementation strategies, emerging technologies, and industry transformation. 200+ Sponsors showcase cutting-edge solutions in the Tech Discovery zone, where attendees explore the latest AI tools and platforms revolutionizing real estate operations. NYC Real Estate Week Flagship — CREtech New York anchors NYC Real Estate Week, establishing itself as the must-attend event for the industry's annual gathering. Content & Learning The conference agenda addresses the most pressing questions facing real estate in the age of AI: How are leading firms implementing AI? What are the measurable impacts on operations, valuations, and tenant experience? Where are the opportunities—and risks—in this rapid transformation? Sessions range from strategic overviews to tactical implementations, with peer-to-peer roundtables enabling intimate discussions among industry equals. Attendees gain access to session recordings, webinars, and ongoing insights through CREtech Plus, extending the learning experience beyond the two-day event. Maximize

⌖ Barcelona · L'illa Auditorium

Hosted by CIDAI / Eurecat

AI Congress Barcelona 2026 brings AI and business together at L’illa Auditorium in Barcelona, from 20–22 October 2026. The three-day, English-language conference offers an opportunity to explore artificial intelligence through a business-focused lens while connecting with Catalonia’s wider AI ecosystem. Catalonia’s leading AI and business conference Now entering its 12th edition, AI Congress Barcelona is organised by Eurecat and CIDAI as part of the Catalan government’s AI strategy. Its established place in the regional technology calendar makes it particularly relevant for people who want to understand how AI intersects with business, innovation and the development of Catalonia’s AI landscape. The congress takes place entirely on site at L’illa Auditorium, giving attendees three days in a dedicated conference environment rather than an online or hybrid experience. Although the published event information does not yet identify individual speakers or provide a session-by-session agenda, its central theme is clear: the role of AI in business. Who should attend? The event is suited to professionals and organisations interested in the practical and strategic implications of artificial intelligence, including: - Business leaders and decision-makers following AI developments - Innovation, digital transformation and technology teams - AI practitioners, researchers and ecosystem participants - Founders and product professionals exploring business applications of AI - Public- and private-sector stakeholders interested in Catalonia’s AI strategy No specific experience level or technical prerequisite is stated. As a conference rather than a workshop, it should appeal most to attendees looking for business context, sector insight and in-person industry connections. The English-language format also makes the programme accessible to an international audience visiting Barcelona. Essential information - Dates: 20–22 October 2026 - Venue: L’illa Auditorium - City: Barcelona, Spain - Format: On-site conference - Language: English - Organiser: CIDAI / Eurecat… Register for this event