

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Kent AI Best Practice Conference
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 03:15 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Join Social Enterprise Kent for the Kent AI Best Practice Conference at Westgate Hall in Canterbury on Thursday 30th April 2026.About this EventAt this event, we will share learning from the Kent AI Skills Accelerator (KASA) programme, designed to help SMEs and VCSE organisations adopt AI tools confidently, safely and responsibly.The conference also marks the official launch of the AI Best Practice Toolkit for SMEs, created through the KASA programme and funded by Kent County Council.This event brings together businesses, communities and AI specialists to encourage collaboration, shared learning and long-term knowledge exchange across Kent. You’ll hear from programme partners, participating businesses, AI governance experts and policy leaders about what responsible AI adoption looks like in practice.What you will learn· How Kent SMEs and VCSEs are already using AI to improve efficiency· The governance, legal and ethical issues organisations must understand· Practical steps to reduce risk when adopting AI tools· How to build AI literacy across your organisation· Where AI fits into future business growth and resilienceKeynote SpeakerAssociate Professor Jaspal Kaur Sadhu Singh. Senior Lecturer in Law, Canterbury Christ Church University.An international expert in AI governance and ethics, Jaspal advises governments on responsible AI policy and will explore the opportunities and risks SMEs must understand when adopting AI.Who is this event for?This event is ideal for:SME business leadersSocial enterprises and VCSE organisationsKent AI Skills Accelerator (KASA) participantsBusiness advisors and support organisationsAnyone interested in safe and effective AI adoption in businessBooking InformationPlaces are limited so reserve your free place today and be part of shaping how Kent businesses adopt AI safely and effectively.We also have limited spaces for stall holders, please contact Heather Biddles at h.biddles@sekgroup.org.uk if you would like to reserve a space. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis.About the Kent AI Skills Accelerator (KASA)The Kent AI Skills Accelerator (KASA) has been developed to equip SMEs across Kent with the essential skills, knowledge and confidence to integrate artificial intelligence into their operations effectively, responsibly and safely.Through training, practical tools and expert guidance, the programme supports organisations to:Improve efficiency and productivity using AI toolsNavigate legal, ethical and governance challengesReduce risks associated with AI adoptionBuild confidence and AI literacy within teamsStrengthen long-term business resilience through digital innovationThis conference shares the learning from the programme and launches the AI Best Practice Toolkit for SMEs, providing practical resources that any organisation can apply immediately.The KASA programme has been made possible thanks to funding from Kent County Council's Helping Hands Scheme.Agenda🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:15 PMKent AI Best Practice Conference AgendaInfo: All timings are approximate and may be subject to change🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMRegistration         Info: Tea and coffee will be provided                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AMWelcome and opening remarksInfo: Rebecca Smith, Chief Executive, Social Enterprise Kent🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AMFunder addressInfo: Simon Sim, Project Manager, Financial Hardship Programme - Helping Hands, Strategy, Policy, Relationships &amp; Corporate Assurance, Kent County Council🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AMProgramme learning and insights Info: Rebecca Bradley, Founder, R People Ltd🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PMPanel discussion - AI Best PracticeInfo: Including  Q &amp; A🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PMLunch and NetworkingInfo: A light buffet lunch will be provided🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:15 PMNavigating the Challenges of AI: Opportunities for Governance and OversightInfo: Keynote Speaker - Associate Professor Jaspal Kaur Sadhu Singh, School of Business, Law &amp; Policing, Canterbury Christ Church University🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:45 PMLaunch of the AI Best Practice ToolkitInfo: Rebecca Bradley, Founder, R People Ltd🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PMClose and informal networkingInfo: Rebecca Smith, Chief Executive, Social Enterprise Kent  🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PMCertificate presentation Info: For students who have completed one of the KASA AI training courses. 
The certificate presentation will take place during a dedicated session in the afternoon and will celebrate the commitment, learning and contribution of KASA participants from across Kent.
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Canterbury
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Westgate Hall
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- **full address**: Westgate Hall, 3 Westgate Hall Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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- **organizer**: Social Enterprise Kent CIC (https://allevents.in/org/social-enterprise-kent-cic/22598031)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (+01:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Westgate Hall, 3 Westgate Hall Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Social Enterprise Kent CIC
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, conferences, artificial-intelligence, nonprofit, workshops
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