About us
Welcome to Practical AI Skills for Business London – the meetup group for small business owners who want to learn and use the power of AI without getting bogged down in technical jargon. If you’re a savvy entrepreneur or business owner, then you know AI is a game changer and is not going away. If you're looking for practical, easy-to-understand ways to use AI in your business, this group is for you!
We focus on real-world business applications of AI that save time, cut costs, and boost productivity. From automating customer service to creating smarter marketing campaigns, we’ll show you how AI can make your business run smoother and grow faster easily.
Here’s what you can expect:
✅ Regular online trainings on tools and strategies to implement AI in your business
✅ Practical demonstrations that are simple and easy to follow – no tech expertise needed
✅ Latest AI news and updates tailored for small businesses
✅ A supportive, non-intimidating space to ask questions and explore ideas
Whether you’re just curious about AI or ready to dive in and transform your business, join us to learn, share, and grow. Let’s make AI work for you!
Connect with us on social media:
- Follow us on our YouTube channel: @PracticalAISkills
- Drop us a like on our FB page and join our FB group for some fun conversations and more insider training, custom prompts, custom GPTs and more.
Psst: You can also pick up our guide to some useful AI tools here.
Upcoming events
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Win a Chance to Exhibit at TechEx San Jose AI Startup Zone
San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA, USIf you are a startup in the AI space, fill out the form here for your opportunity to win a Startup Table in TechEx's AI Startup Zone, part of the AI and Big Data Expo.
How to qualify for a spot
You must fit the following criteria to qualify for a startup tabletop in the AI Startup Zone:
• You are a founder or executive of the company.
• Your business was established between 2021 and 2026.
• Your company is bootstrapped or at the seed stage, with a maximum funding of $1 million.
• Your team consists of 10 employees or fewer.
• Your business develops or markets software or hardware within the technology sector.What you could win:
Tabletop exhibition space within Start-Up Innovation exhibition area
• 1 x 6 ft draped table
• 2 x chairs
• Basic Event Wi-Fi
• Basic Power
• Branding/listing on event website including logo and company profile on
exhibitor page
• Company profile on event networking platform with direct contact to
delegates, sponsors, speakers and press
• Data provided from attendees engaging with your event networking platform profile
• Complimentary Full Gold Conference passes for staff or clients
• Unlimited exhibitor passes for your colleagues
• Invitations to evening networking partyLearn more about TechEx North America.
Package Valued at $3,000 (North America) / £1,800 (Global) / €2,000 (Europe)
To enter the draw, fill out the form!
Note: If you'd like to exhibit, enter the draw. Depend on space availability, we may be able to negotiate a small discount on pricing for additional startup tables with TechEx!
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Tech Ex 2026 @ San Jose McEnery Convention Center - Free GOLD Pass!
San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA, US📣 Exciting Announcement: AI Professionals Network Partners with TechEx! 📣
BONUS: Free GOLD Pass for Community Members!
TechEx North America Is Just 3 Weeks Away – Join Us in San Jose!
May 18–19 | San Jose McEnery Convention CenterGet ready for TechEx North America 2026 — the ultimate enterprise tech showcase, bringing together 8,000+ business leaders, IT professionals, engineers, and data experts across AI, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Intelligent Automation, Edge Computing, and more.
This multi-track conference features 250+ expert speakers from industry powerhouses including NVIDIA, IBM, Visa, AT&T, Meta, Ford, and many more. The agenda is packed with real-world case studies and deep technical insights into how AI is transforming industries — from predictive analytics and generative AI to enterprise integration and automation.
🧠 Conference highlights include:
- ✅ Keynotes & panels from global enterprise leaders
- ✅ Practical sessions on AI, digital transformation, and automation
- ✅ Access to actionable insights, strategic roadmaps & innovations💡 Plus – explore the free-to-attend exhibition with 200+ leading tech companies, from AI startups to major enterprise platforms. Get hands-on with the tools shaping the future of enterprise tech.
🎤 Featured Speakers Include:
- 🌟 Sri Kodali – Global Head Developer Relations, Energy & Utility, NVIDIA
- 🌟 Rahul Priyadarshi – Chief Architect, Visa
- 🌟 Ninad Kulkarni – Head of Digital Products - Supply Chain, PepsiCo
- 🌟 Jennifer Fitzgerald – Director, Product Management, Observability, IBM
- 🌟 Franziska Bell – Chief Data, AI & Analytics Officer, Ford Motor Company
- 🌟 Priya Kesavan – Principal, AI Hardware Strategic Planning, Microsoft
- 🌟 José Álvarez – Director of Research, NVIDIA
- 🌟 Vinesh Sukumar – Vice President - AI, Qualcomm
- 🌟 Anthony Puleo – Director, Data Science & AI, AstraZeneca
- 🌟 Mir Islam – Head of AIOps and SRE Platform, PayPal
- 🌟 Nitin Kumar – Director of Data Science and GenAI, Marriott International
- 🌟 Erim Sezer – Director for Data Enablement & Digitalization, Bayer
- 🌟 Sunzay Passari – Director & Head - Architecture of Tomorrow (AI & Innovation), UPS
- 🌟 Patrick Bangert – VP and Chief of AI, Occidental Petroleum (OXY)
- 🌟 Ashwin Patil – AI & Data Leader, Deloitte
- 🌟 Edward Achtner – Vice President: Head of Applied AI, BMO
- 🌟 Aaron Rzepka – Senior Director, IT Service Delivery, National Football League (NFL)🎟️ Complimentary GOLD passes ($999 value) are available for our community members: JOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITY!
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