Mark is the AI Business Solutions Go-To-Market Lead for Microsoft UK & Ireland. In this role, he drives growth and market success across Microsoft’s AI Workforce and AI Business Process solutions, including M365 Copilot and Agentic AI. He is responsible for shaping long-range market growth strategies and translating them into clear, executable go‑to‑market plans. As a spokesperson and thought leader on the Future of Work and AI Transformation, Mark represents Microsoft in key UK market conversations leading strategic business moments, enabling customer success, and accelerating adoption of next‑generation AI capabilities.

Kyle Hill joined ANS in June 2023 as Technical Services Delivery Director, quickly transforming the Professional Services and Centre of Excellence teams into industry leaders. In 2024, Kyle was promoted to Chief Technology Officer to continue developing and scaling world-class cloud, security, and digital services. Kyle is an expert in complex, multi-technology offerings, making him a sought-after authority and speaker on AI readiness and digital transformation. Additionally, he is recognised by Microsoft for his contributions to the tech community as a Regional Director and Most Valuable Professional (MVP).

Toria is the Chief People Officer at ANS and is responsible for building ANS's award-winning culture by developing, implementing and leading the people and communication strategies that provide exceptional experiences for everyone. Toria has held senior roles at a string of household named businesses such as Santander, Samsung, Dixons Carphone, Dentsu and BGL Group.

Simon Blewitt is a highly experienced CTO/Principal consultant with 28 years experience in large enterprises across sectors such as banking, public sector, retail, wholesale and media corporations. Simon has an MSc Big Data Analytics and certified in Cloud Machine Learning technologies and will talk data all day long.

Chris Huntingford, is the Director of AI at ANS and brings a wealth of expertise as an architect in Power Platform and Dynamics 365. Chris is dedicated to shaping ecosystems that empower organisations to modernise and optimise organisations technological workflows. His commitment lies in fostering innovation and addressing business challenges securely within these dynamic ecosystems.

With over a decade of experience in Power Platform solutions, Jason is an ANS Low Code Manager passionate about helping organisations build a low-code ecosystem to empower their people to modernise how they work. As a previous Principal Architect at ANS and a Customer Success / Digital Execution Manager at Mendix, Jason strongly focuses on Low Code delivery, transformation execution and adoption, working alongside some of the largest companies and understanding what it takes to succeed with Low Code.

Martin Brierley, ANS' Data & AI Practice Lead, is dedicated to demonstrating the practical advantages of digital transformation and enabling clients to utilise the full potential of their data. With over 17 years of industry experience, Martin assists organisations in adopting and updating data solutions. He formulates data strategies, creates technical designs, and ensures alignment with corporate goals, budgets, and current technological trends. Martin is enthusiastic about providing innovative solutions catering to clients’ needs and priorities.

Vicki Holman is an Ecosystem Architect for Copilot at ANS, bringing a wealth of technical expertise in Microsoft 365 technologies, including Purview. With hands-on experience in rolling out Copilot for M365, Vicki combines deep technical knowledge with a people-first approach, making her an invaluable asset in driving adoption and implementation. Her unique blend of being both a techie and a people person allows her to bridge the gap between complex technical solutions and practical user engagement, ensuring organisations fully harness the power of AI-driven collaboration.

Jon is the Head of Enterprise Architecture at Manchester City Council and a highly experienced technical manager with deep expertise across all areas of ICT. His career spans hands‑on consultancy through to leading complex projects and multidisciplinary teams in IT networking design, implementation, operations, service management, and support. With many years of industry experience, Jon has worked with both internal teams and third‑party technology partners, giving him a strong ability to manage stakeholder expectations and turn diverse technical needs into clear, structured, and actionable requirements. His blend of strategic insight and practical technical leadership enables him to drive transformation and deliver robust, scalable enterprise solutions.

Claudia is a transformation‑driven data leader with deep expertise across data engineering, BI, governance and analytics. She has a strong track record of modernising organisations through cloud data platforms, operating model redesign and large‑scale change. Claudia specialises in simplifying complex challenges, removing delivery blockers and driving automation and data quality at scale. Passionate about building high‑performing teams and embedding strong (including AI) governance, she thrives at connecting strategy to execution to deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes.

Nadeem is a strategic technology leader with over 20 years’ experience driving innovation, customer‑focused solutions and transformative business change. He currently serves as Group IT Director at Calisen Ltd, where he leads a 40‑strong multidisciplinary team spanning architecture, delivery, cyber security and data. In this role, Nadeem is responsible for delivering large‑scale digital transformation programmes that align technology capabilities with the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Qualified, experienced, passionate, and energetic executive IT leader with a demonstrated history of working within technology, digital, policing, and transformational change. Strong graduate with professional qualifications and a Bachelor Arts Degree. Highly dedicated individual with practice in leading IT operations, service management, digital workplace, and transformational change portfolio management. Estates leadership experience and IOSH certified.

Sue is Director of techUK's Tech and Innovation work. This includes driving techUK’s work programs, advocacy and activity on technologies including cloud computing, data analytics, Artificial Intelligence (including digital ethics), Digital Identity, Quantum, High Performance Computing as well as campaigns on innovative policy, R&D and emerging and transformative technologies key to the UK’s digital future.

ICS.AI's mission is to drive Compliant AI Transformation in the Public Sector by helping our clients create and execute thier AI Transformation Journey. We provide all five of the foundational AI elements: Chatbots, Intelligent Automation, Data & Machine Learning, Intelligent Workplace and AI Compliance.

ICS.AI are the authors or distributors of FLEX AI Chatbots, FLEX AI Automation, FLEX Intelligent Workplace, Cognino Neural Hub and the GOVTECH AI Framework.

Mark is the AI Business Solutions Go-To-Market Lead for Microsoft UK & Ireland. In this role, he drives growth and market success across Microsoft’s AI Workforce and AI Business Process solutions, including M365 Copilot and Agentic AI. He is responsible for shaping long-range market growth strategies and translating them into clear, executable go‑to‑market plans. As a spokesperson and thought leader on the Future of Work and AI Transformation, Mark represents Microsoft in key UK market conversations leading strategic business moments, enabling customer success, and accelerating adoption of next‑generation AI capabilities.