AI events in Cardiff.

⌖ 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 · Chapter Arts Center

Hosted by Cardiff Entrepreneur and Start Up Meetup Group

Meet entrepreneurs, startup founders and potential collaborators in Cardiff at this informal networking meetup on 2 November 2026. Hosted by Wayne and the Cardiff Entrepreneur and Start Up Meetup Group, the summit offers a relaxed setting for members to share their ideas, ambitions and plans. It is intended to help Cardiff’s entrepreneurial community develop into an active support network, and you may even meet a future collaborator or co-founder. Event details - Date: Monday, 2 November 2026 - Time: 6:00–8:00pm GMT - Venue: Chapter Arts Center, Market Rd, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1QE - Format: Informal social meetup and open networking - Schedule: This social event runs every two weeks on Mondays There is no formal agenda or announced speaker for this edition; the organiser plans to arrange speakers for future events. Attendees are encouraged to wear or carry something distinctive so fellow summit participants can recognise one another inside Chapter. The meetup is suited to entrepreneurs, startup founders, aspiring co-founders and creative people who want to exchange ideas and build local connections. No specific experience level is stated. Register for the Cardiff Entrepreneur and Start Up Summit

⌖ Cardiff · Tramshed Tech

Hosted by Impact and Engagement, Cardiff University

Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping creative work at this free, 90-minute Cardiff University workshop for creative professionals in Cardiff. Held at Tramshed Tech in Cardiff, Creativity Under Pressure: AI and the Future of Creative Work examines the influence of AI on people working across the creative industries. The workshop offers a focused setting in which to consider what emerging technology means for creative practice and the future of professional creative work. Event details - Date: Tuesday 3 November 2026 - Time: 13:15–14:45 - Venue: Tramshed Tech, Cardiff - Format: In-person workshop - Price: Free - Organiser: Impact and Engagement, Cardiff University The session is particularly relevant to creative professionals interested in understanding the effects of AI on their field. The published listing does not provide a detailed agenda, named speakers or required experience level, so prospective attendees should check the latest event information before booking. Register for this free workshop

⌖ Cardiff · sbarc|spark

Hosted by Posterity Global

Explore practical ways to procure, contract and manage AI systems at this free, participant-led unconference in Cardiff on 5 November 2026. Hosted by Posterity Global, this in-person event brings together commercial, technical, legal and operational decision-makers to tackle the fast-changing challenges surrounding AI products and services. Rather than following a fixed programme, attendees will create the agenda on the day, ensuring conversations focus on the real issues participants face in their organisations. What will be discussed? The unconference is designed as a cross-sector “big tent” gathering, with anticipated themes including: - Shifting from spending to investing: moving beyond rigid, transactional procurement and developing more dynamic commercial frameworks for rapidly evolving AI systems. - Evaluating hype versus reality: assessing vendor claims against genuine user needs while considering legacy infrastructure, data quality and risk constraints. - Contracting, risk and exit: creating agile contracts that support experimentation while addressing continuous model updates, data security, supplier lock-in and exit strategies from the outset. - Building capability and confidence: helping commercial and technical teams define problems, assess AI bids, govern supplier performance and evaluate whether AI delivers measurable improvements and public value. Because the agenda is participant-led, these themes provide a starting point rather than a prescribed schedule. Attendees can propose questions, share experiences and help develop practical approaches to emerging procurement and contract-management challenges. Those new to the format can read this guide to attending an unconference or watch the organiser’s recommended introductory video. The 2025 event insights also offer useful background. Who should attend?… Register for this event

⌖ Cardiff · Talk training - Apprenticeships

Hosted by Evolvity AI

A practical, business-focused AI training day in Cardiff, showing what artificial intelligence can do in a real business context. Taking place on Thursday 5 November 2026, from 10:00 to 16:00, the event is hosted at Talk training – Apprenticeships and organised by Evolvity AI. Entrepreneur Richard Scott will lead the day, focusing on AI’s capabilities for business rather than presenting the subject purely as theory. The session is suited to business owners, leaders and professionals who want a practical introduction to applying AI within their organisation. The published listing does not provide a detailed agenda, specific exercises or an experience-level requirement, so attendees should check the booking page for further information before purchasing. Tickets are listed from £295. Register for AI That Knows Your Business

⌖ 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.

⌖ Cardiff · sbarc|spark

Hosted by Amy Williams-Pring

Explore resilient AI research, safe adoption and regional collaboration at this one-day NVIDIA-partnered Innovation Day in Cardiff. Held in person on Wednesday 11 November 2026, from 10:00am to 3:45pm, the event brings together Cardiff University’s Cyber Innovation Hub, Welsh Government and NVIDIA at sbarc|spark, Maindy Road, Cardiff CF24 4HQ. The programme will examine the latest developments and applications of resilient AI within the context of the South Wales AI Growth Zone. It will consider how universities, SMEs, government, civic organisations and industry leaders can accelerate responsible AI innovation in key sectors, including health, defence and national security, and advanced manufacturing. What to expect - Registration, refreshments and a welcome from 10:00am - A keynote exploring South Wales as a front door to resilient AI technologies from university, government and industry perspectives - An AI research and innovation showcase featuring lightning talks - Opportunities to meet researchers, innovators and business leaders - Discussion of how NVIDIA’s specialist resources and expertise can support AI research and innovation - Conversations about using resilient AI to address major challenges and promote regional growth and prosperity The event is open to everyone, with particular relevance for academic researchers and SMEs, as well as people interested in AI innovation across South East Wales. No named speakers are listed on the published page. The event is presented by Amy Williams-Pring. Register for Resilient AI Innovation Day.

Sponsors: NVIDIA · Cardiff University (Cyber Innovation Hub) +1

⌖ Cardiff · Hodge House

Hosted by ProductTank Cardiff

ProductTank Cardiff 55 brings product strategy and leadership talks, practical lessons, networking, pizza and drinks to Hodge House in Cardiff. Taking place on Wednesday 11 November 2026, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm GMT, this meetup is designed for product managers, product leaders, founders and technology professionals who want candid insight into building viable businesses and leading teams through uncertainty. Talks - Rich Barrett, Co-founder and CTO, “A good product is not a good business” Drawing on 18 years of building and selling technology companies, including Parcel Monkey and Cloud Fulfilment, Rich will examine why two strong products in the same sector experienced very different growth. He’ll explore whether a product can be sold, delivered and supported profitably, leaving attendees with challenging questions to apply to their own work. - Evie Brockwell, Head of Product, Operation & Experimentation at New Look, “The 92%: How to thrive as a Product Leader amidst the chaos” Evie will look beyond roadmaps to the confidence, presence and clarity required for effective product leadership. Drawing on product transformations and four years running A/B tests at Booking.com, she’ll discuss maintaining sound judgement and giving teams direction under pressure. The evening opens with informal product chat over pizza and drinks, followed by the two talks, a break, prize draw and time to continue conversations afterwards. Photography or recording will take place, and attendance implies agreement with the event’s Code of Conduct. Follow ProductTank Cardiff on LinkedIn for community updates. Venue: Hodge House, 114–116 St Mary Street, Cardiff CF10 1DY. Register for ProductTank Cardiff 55

Sponsors: BJSS · Roku +2

⌖ Cardiff · NatWest Accelerator Cardiff, One Kingsway, 3rd Floor, Cardiff, CF10 3AQ

This free Women in Tech showcase brings founders, innovators and tech professionals together in Cardiff on 17 November 2026. Held from 10:00–12:00 at NatWest Accelerator Cardiff, the event celebrates women creating technology products, digital platforms and ambitious businesses across AI, SaaS, fintech, gaming, healthtech and social-impact ventures. What to expect Guest speaker Lucy Heskins, founder of Startup Game, will discuss her entrepreneurial journey, lessons from building the company and practical ways to turn ideas into viable businesses. Alongside the keynote, attendees can: - Meet women founders, entrepreneurs and technology professionals - Discover emerging products, platforms and services - Hear candid founder stories and business-building insights - Find potential collaborators, partners and supporters - Expand their network within the local tech community The event is designed for aspiring founders, startup leaders, tech professionals and innovators, as well as anyone interested in launching or growing a technology business. Showcase opportunities Women-led startups and innovators can apply to demonstrate a product, app, platform, software solution, tech-enabled service or impactful side project. Selected participants can present their work, share their founder story, gather feedback and connect with prospective customers and partners. To express interest in showcasing, email siwan.rees@natwest.com. Register for this free event

⌖ Cardiff · School of Journalism, Media and Culture

Hosted by Cardiff University School of Journalism, Media and Culture

Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping journalism at this in-person panel debate for Cardiff University students on 20 November 2026. Hosted by Cardiff University’s School of Journalism, Media and Culture, the session brings together perspectives from news, academia and media analysis: - Olle Zachrison, BBC News - Professor Charlie Beckett, LSE/Polis - Claire Holubowskyj, Enders Analysis The speakers will examine the issues, challenges and opportunities AI creates for media organisations. Part of an MA journalism module, the wider series considers how new technologies intersect with business models, changing audience behaviour, ethics, diversity, impartiality, transparency, editorial decision-making and media regulation. Students will also hear about current journalism research from leading academics. Attendance details - Date and time: Friday 20 November 2026, 12pm–2pm - Format: Two-hour, in-person panel debate - Venue: Room 0.06, School of Journalism, Media and Culture, 2 Central Square, Cardiff, CF10 1FS - Eligibility: Open to all Cardiff University students A ticket is required, and students must register with a Cardiff University email address. Applications made with other email addresses will be cancelled or rejected. Register for this event