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⌖ London · TBC

Hosted by Amber Williamson, Digital Willow marketing agency

Build a working AI lead-nurturing agent in half a day at this hands-on London workshop for senior directors, taking place on 21 October 2026. Turn warm contacts into an active sales pipeline Valuable enquiries can easily slip through the cracks when follow-up depends on memory, spreadsheets and limited time. This practical, in-person workshop shows you how to build Leonard: an AI marketing and sales agent designed around your own business, leads, tone of voice and sales process. Led by Amber Williamson, CEO of Digital Willow marketing agency, the session focuses on creating a working system rather than simply discussing AI strategy. During the afternoon, you will build the agent live in the room and begin using it to capture warm leads, automate follow-up and keep opportunities moving through your pipeline. What you’ll work on By the end of the workshop, you will have had the opportunity to: - Build a working AI lead-nurture agent using your own business context - Connect the agent to the inbox and calendar where your leads already live - Define exactly what qualifies as a lead within your organisation - Bring real, warm contacts into one straightforward system before leaving - Shape the agent around your preferred communication style and existing sales process No technical background is required. The workshop is intended for senior directors who want a more systematic approach to handling enquiries and nurturing potential customers. You should bring a laptop and have access to your inbox and calendar so that you can work with your own setup during the session. Format, support and pricing This is a half-day, hands-on workshop held in person in London on Wednesday 21 October 2026. The venue is currently listed as TBC, with the event page showing the SE1 3JW area. Tickets cost £1,495 per director. The price includes a two-week testing plan and a 30-minute one-to-one session with Amber after the build, giving you time to review how the agent performs beyond the workshop. Once the agent is live, there will also be a small ongoing usage charge from the AI platform provider; this will be explained on the day. The organiser lists a no-refunds policy. View the event and registration details

⌖ London · Big Chill

Hosted by Startup Network Europe

Meet founders, investors and startup enthusiasts from across the UK at this informal evening networking party in London. Organised by Startup Network Europe, The London Startup Party 2026 takes place on 28 October 2026, from 18:00 to 22:00 BST, at Big Chill, 257–259 Pentonville Road, London N1 9NL. The event is designed around making new connections and meeting peers from the London startup ecosystem. Rather than a formal conference, it is hosted in a relaxed pub atmosphere, making it suitable for startup founders, investors and anyone interested in the UK startup community. No speakers or structured agenda have been announced. Every registrant will receive a name tag to make introductions easier. Drinks are not included and can be purchased individually from the bar. Tickets start at £10 plus VAT, with the fee helping to cover name tags and event marketing. Register for The London Startup Party 2026

⌖ 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

⌖ Amsterdam · RAI, Amsterdam

Hosted by TechEx Europe

AI & Big Data Expo Europe returns to Amsterdam on 20-21 October 2026 as the leading enterprise-focused conference bringing together Fortune 500 leaders, AI innovators, and technology partners who are moving artificial intelligence from pilot projects to operational reality. This two-day conference at the RAI Amsterdam tackles the most pressing challenges facing organisations deploying AI at scale—from generative AI implementation to autonomous systems, governance frameworks, and enterprise infrastructure. As part of TechEx Europe, the event provides unique cross-pollination opportunities with co-located conferences covering IoT, cybersecurity, digital transformation, data centres, and intelligent automation. Who Should Attend This conference targets enterprise technology leaders, Chief Data Officers, CTOs, AI strategists, data engineers, and decision-makers responsible for AI implementation and data platform architecture. Previous speakers have included senior leaders from Unilever, Michelin, ABN AMRO Bank, Shell, NN Group, Pandora, Picnic, Danone, and IKEA—making this an essential gathering for anyone driving AI transformation in large organisations. 2026 Conference Tracks The event features six specialized tracks split across gold (paid) and free access options: Day One Gold Tracks: - AI Strategy, Autonomous Intelligence & Enterprise Transformation — Moving from AI experimentation to enterprise-wide deployment - Data at Scale – Platforms, Pipelines & Value Extraction — Building the infrastructure that powers modern AI systems Day One Free Track: - Building the Platforms Powering Enterprise Analytics — Practical sessions on data platform architecture Day Two Gold Tracks: - Enterprise AI Implementation, ROI & Adoption — Demonstrating business value and driving organizational adoption - Future of AI – Reliable, Transparent & Innovative — Exploring AI governance, ethics, and emerging capabilities Day Two Free Tracks: - AI Developer Conference: From Prototype to Production — Technical deep-dives for developers and engineers - Physical AI — Examining AI's intersection with robotics and the physical world What Makes This Event Different Rather than focusing on AI hype, this conference addresses real-world implementation challenges. Sessions cover generative AI deployment, machine learning operations, data governance, AI ROI measurement, and the technic

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⌖ 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