Meet ANS at Charity IT Leaders Annual Conference 2026

We’re excited to announce that ANS will be exhibiting at the Charity IT Leaders Annual Conference 2026, bringing together technology, digital and data leaders from across the charity sector. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences and explore how technology can help charities deliver greater impact, improve efficiency and navigate evolving challenges.

Whether you’re looking to modernise legacy systems, strengthen cyber security, unlock the value of your data, or explore practical applications of AI, our team will be on hand to discuss your priorities and share insights from organisations across the nonprofit sector.

Why Meet with ANS?

As Microsoft’s UK Partner of the Year, ANS helps non-profit organisations use technology to drive better outcomes for beneficiaries, staff and stakeholders. We work with charities across the UK to:

• Build stronger foundations with secure, modern cloud platforms
• Unlock actionable insights through data and analytics
• Accelerate productivity with Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI
• Improve cyber resilience and governance
• Maximise value from existing Microsoft investments

Book a Meeting with Our Team

Attending the conference? We’d love to meet you.

Book a one-to-one meeting with our non-profit specialists to discuss your current challenges, upcoming priorities and opportunities to accelerate your digital strategy. Whether you’re at the start of your transformation journey or looking to optimise existing investments, we’ll tailor the conversation to your organisation’s goals.

Meet the Not-for-profit team

Dan Wilesmith

Non-profit Industry Lead at ANS

Dan Wilesmith is Industry Lead for Not-for-Profit at ANS, where he supports charities and non-profit organisations to accelerate digital transformation through Microsoft technologies. With a background in enterprise sales and account management, he specialises in cloud, data, AI, security and business applications, helping organisations modernise operations, enhance service delivery and maximise impact for the communities they serve.

Harry Stainton

Senior Non-profit Account Executive at ANS

Harry Stainton is an Account Executive at ANS. With a demonstrated history of driving cloud and digital transformation within Housing Associations and NPO organisations, Harry plays a pivotal role in translating complex information into actionable insights. His expertise ensures that organisations can make informed decisions that drive efficiency and innovation.

Will Howell

Non-profit Account Executive at ANS

Will Howell is an Account Executive at ANS and has spent six years supporting public sector organisations to digitally transform through strategic cloud, security, data & AI modernisation. Having worked exclusively with housing associations and charities for the past three years, Will has a deep understanding of third sector challenges and how these can be tackled through technology adoption and innovation.

Leigh Simms

Non-profit Account Executive at ANS

Leigh Simms helps charities and non-profit organisations advance their mission through digital and AI transformation. By leveraging cloud technologies and innovative solutions, Leigh enables organisations to operate efficiently and maximise their impact.