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 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 recorded: Thursday 5 March 2026
Price:
IFA members & affiliates: £75
IFA Direct students and university embedded students: £35
Non-members: £95
CPD hours: 6
"Power packed conference"
2026 attendee, Chemunofira Chikosi FFA FIPA, IFA Fellow
| Time | Topics |
| 09:20 - 09:30hrs |
Opening remarks and welcome Jonathan Barber, IFA |
| 09:30 - 10:20hrs |
From Curiosity to Confidence: The Real AI Journey for Accountants Chris Downing, SAGE |
| 10:20 - 10:30hrs |
Short break |
| 10:30 - 11:20hrs |
How to build an AI strategy for your business that actually works Dan Boyles, Hello AI Collective |
| 11:20 - 12:10hrs |
The ethical AI conundrum where do we draw the line? Clara Robinson, IFA |
| 12:10 - 13:00hrs |
Lunch |
| 13:00 - 13:50hrs |
Balancing Trust with Technology Stuart Pedley-Smith, Synapse Learning Solutions |
| 13:50 - 14:00hrs |
Short break |
|
14:00 - 14:50hrs |
Personalisation vs automation in client relationships – how to maximise your profits Gavin Spencer, Beach Accountants Ltd |
|
14:50 - 15:00hrs |
Closing remarks |
| 15:00hrs |
Conference closes |
