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Become the Next Frontier Firm: Moving from AI Readiness to AI Realisation

  • Thursday 12th March
  • 9am-5pm
  • The Londoner Hotel, Leicester Square, London

Become the Next Frontier Firm: Moving from AI Readiness to AI Realisation

Frontier First Summit, Propelling your AI journey with Microsoft technology. Become the next Frontier Firm: move beyond readiness into realisation. Human‑led, AI‑enabled. 

What separates frontier firms from the rest? They go beyond using technology as a tool; they transform their operations to usher in a new era of working. Join ANS and Microsoft for a full‑day executive summit set in one of London’s most iconic venues that turns AI, data, and modern work into tangible business advantages. Hear how leaders are reshaping culture, operating models, and customer experiences and leave with a clear, actionable path to become your sector’s next frontier firm. 

Who should attend

Senior, cross‑functional leaders from any industry who are driving transformation across IT, Operations, Finance, HR, and Customer Experience. Whether you’re in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, professional services, or the public sector, if you’re shaping strategy and leading change, this summit is for you. 

Why attend 

  • Outperform peers: See the frontier advantage through data‑driven insights and real case studies from Microsoft’s ecosystem. 
  • Move from readiness to realisation: Turn pilots into production with pragmatic steps on governance, change and adoption.  
  • Human‑led, AI‑enabled: Align talent, culture and automation to unlock growth responsibly. 

Agenda highlights 

  • Framing the Frontier: Why Now?
    • Kick off with ANS’ CTO Kyle  Hill, setting the stage for what it means to be a frontier firm. Explore market trends, competitive pressures, and why human‑led, AI‑enabled transformation is the new baseline for growth. 
  • The Frontier Advantage: Outperforming Through Innovation
    • A senior Microsoft leader shares data‑driven insights on how frontier firms achieve resilience and productivity. Learn from real‑world examples leveraging the Microsoft ecosystem to unlock growth. 
  • Leadership at the Edge: Driving Change in Real Time
    • Hear candid perspectives from leaders who’ve navigated risk, culture shifts, and innovation. Practical steps for embedding frontier thinking and accelerating transformation. 
  • Human‑Led, AI‑Enabled: Turning Vision into Value 
    ANS’ Director of AI Chris Huntingford, demystifies AI adoption. Discover how to move beyond readiness into realisation with actionable strategies for competitive advantage. 
  • Deep‑dive tracks  
    • AI & Data for Competitive Advantage
      • Explore how advanced analytics and AI can reshape decision‑making and unlock new revenue streams. 
    • Modern Work & Employee Experience
      • Reimagine collaboration and culture with Microsoft 365 and Copilot. Drive engagement and productivity in a hybrid world. 
  • The Future of Work & Tech: What’s Next for Frontier Firms?
    • ANS and Microsoft leaders look ahead 3–5 years. From AI ethics to adaptive operating models, discover what’s coming and how to prepare. 
  • Networking drinks
    • Executive peer exchange and follow‑up bookings. 

This is not just another event. It’s an exclusive, invitation‑only summit for senior leaders ready to move beyond readiness into realisation to unlock the true power of AI. Seats are strictly limited to ensure meaningful networking and deep engagement. Don’t miss your chance to join ANS and Microsoft at The Londoner on 12 March for a day that will redefine your growth strategy.

Meet the speakers

Kyle Hill CTO at ANS

Kyle Hill

CTO at ANS

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).

Simon Blewitt CTO at Makutu

Simon Blewitt

CTO at Makutu (part of ANS)

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 Director of AI at ANS

Chris Huntingford

Director of AI at ANS

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.

Jason Earnshaw Practice Lead: Low Code at ANS

Jason Earnshaw

Practice Lead: Low Code at ANS

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 Data & AI Practice Lead at ANS Group

Martin Brierley

Practice Lead: Data & AI at ANS

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.

Aaron Bell Head of Pre Sales Digital at ANS

Aaron Bell

Head of Pre Sales: Digital at ANS

Aaron Bell is Head of Pre‑Sales: Digital at ANS Group, where he leads AI and cloud solution strategy—helping organisations translate emerging technologies like Microsoft Copilot into measurable business outcomes. Based in Greater Manchester, he partners with enterprise and SMB customers to design pragmatic, secure adoption paths across digital, cloud, and data platforms.

Vicki Holman Ecosystem Architect for Copilot at ANS

Vicki Holman

Ecosystem Architect for Copilot at ANS

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.