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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
