AI & emerging technologies conference 2026 | 5 March
In the ever-changing AI & emerging technologies landscape we have seen a surge in demand to keep you up to date. Our new one-day online conference will provide updates, real life examples and practical solutions from industry specialists.
Join us for this insightful and thought provoking event which is sure to change your everyday working routines and processes.
When:
Date: Thursday 5 March 2026
Time: 09:15 - 15:00hrs (UK Time)
Price:
IFA members & affiliates: £75
IFA Direct students and university embedded students: £35
Non-members: £95
CPD hours: 6
Can't join live?
No problem – the conference will be recorded and sent to you after the event, so you can watch at your convenience.
Register in advance by clicking on the button below.
| Time | Topics |
| 9:20am - 9:30am |
Opening remarks and welcome Jonathan Barber, IFA |
| 9:30am - 10:20am |
From Curiosity to Confidence: The Real AI Journey for Accountants Chris Downing SAGE |
| 10:20am - 10:30am |
Short break |
| 10:30am - 11:20am |
How to build an AI strategy for your business that actually works Dan Boyles, Hello AI Collective |
| 11:20am - 12:10pm |
The ethical AI conundrum where do we draw the line? Clara Robinson, IFA |
| 12:10pm - 1:00pm |
Lunch |
| 1:00pm - 1:50pm |
Balancing Trust with Technology Stuart Pedley-Smith |
| 1:50pm - 2:00pm |
Short break |
|
2:00pm - 2:50pm |
Personalisation vs automation in client relationships – how to maximise your profits Gavin Spencer |
|
2:50pm - 3:00pm |
Closing remarks |
| 3:00pm |
Conference closes |
