About

A platform connecting local industry with global AI innovation.

Why Northampton

A region built on innovation.

Northamptonshire has a strong history of innovation, manufacturing, logistics, engineering and entrepreneurship. As AI continues to transform industries, the Northampton AI Summit creates a platform that connects local businesses with global innovation while encouraging responsible and inclusive adoption.

Our mission: make Northamptonshire a recognised hub for AI innovation, collaboration and digital transformation.

Organisers

Meet the team behind the summit.

Shanu Patil

Shanu Patil is a technology entrepreneur and enterprise transformation strategist. With more than two decades of experience across enterprise technology, digital transformation and innovation, she has worked closely with organisations in manufacturing, automotive, semiconductors and emerging technologies. Her work focuses on bridging the gap between business, technology and responsible innovation. She is passionate about practical AI adoption, responsible innovation, entrepreneurship and building stronger technology ecosystems within regional communities.

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Rahulkrishnan R A

Technologist and programme builder focused on responsible AI adoption, enterprise data, and emerging tech communities. Rahul curates the technical agenda, speaker programme and industry partnerships for the summit.

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