The Emergency Tech Show 2026: Networking Drinks
Join ANS at Emergency Tech Show 2026
Visit ANS in the Microsoft Partner Pavilion at Emergency Tech Show 2026 and discover how cloud, data, AI, security, and low-code technologies are helping emergency services improve operational efficiency, strengthen resilience, and make faster decisions.
As Microsoft UK’s Partner of the Year 2025, ANS supports organisations across the public sector to modernise technology, unlock the value of data, and accelerate digital transformation. Visit our Police page for more information
Join Us for Networking Drinks
Continue the conversation after the show at our exclusive networking drinks reception at World Bar, Resorts World.
Whether you’re looking to exchange ideas with peers, connect with industry leaders, or simply unwind after a busy day at the event, this is a great opportunity to build valuable connections in an informal setting.
Enjoy complimentary drinks and refreshments while discussing the future of emergency services technology with fellow attendees, Microsoft experts, and the ANS team.
Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: From 6:00pm
Location: World Bar, Resorts World
Meet the Bluelight Team

Chris Hampson
Director of Sales: Public Sector at ANS
Chris is Director of Sales for Public Sector at ANS, supporting organisations across Blue Light, Housing, Local Government, Central Government, Healthcare, Higher Education, and Not-for-Profit sectors to unlock the value of cloud, data, and AI. Having spent more than five years at ANS, including previously leading the Blue Light team, Chris has extensive experience helping public sector organisations modernise services, improve operational efficiency, and deliver better outcomes for the communities they serve.

James Pollard
Blue Light & Government Industry Lead at ANS
James is a senior leader at ANS with over five years’ experience supporting Public Sector organisations. He leads ANS’ Local and Central Government practice alongside the Housing and Blue Light verticals, working closely with public sector leaders to turn digital transformation strategies into real‑world outcomes. Leveraging extensive expertise, James helps organisations navigate the complexity of modern technology to drive impactful change; enhancing services, operations, and outcomes for the public good.

Liam Booth
Blue Light Enterprise Account Executive at ANS
Liam is an Enterprise Account Executive with over 10 years’ experience working across enterprise technology. He now works exclusively with Blue Light organisations, supporting police forces and emergency services to modernise their technology estates, strengthen operational resilience, and lay the foundations for more effective, data‑led decision‑making. Liam works closely with senior policing stakeholders to help translate national strategy and frontline pressures into practical, deliverable technology outcomes.
