On Thursday 19th October, Exeter Initiative for Science and Technology (ExIST) will be taking a closer look at AI and Robotics, focusing on emerging technologies, the sector’s impact on the workplace and the implications and effects of both on workplace and education needs currently and in the future.

The event will be taking place from 8:30am - 11am at Exeter College’s Technology Centre, with a world-class, multi-million pound centre of excellence including cutting edge robotics and the latest engineering technology.
Confirmed speakers for October’s quarterly event will include; Kate Doodson, Joint Chief Executive of Cosmic, David Ferguson, Head of Digital Innovation at EDF and John Laramy, Principal at Exeter College.

October’s event will be chaired by Julie Hawker, Joint Chief Executive of Cosmic. Julie leads Cosmic with strong skills in strategic planning, project development, relationship and network development and is a keen advocate of IT solutions which improve businesses and lives.

Robert McIlwraith, chairman of ExIST, said “Our third event of 2017 will be covering a fantastic topic with a superb line up of speakers. AI and robotics is increasingly making its way into the day to day processes of companies and it’s exciting to know that this is happening in Exeter and the South West. We are pleased to have such a great array of speakers for the October event and encourage anyone with a business focus in science and technology as well as an interest in the future development of Exeter to come to the event.”

The event will begin at 8.30am with breakfast and closes at 10.30am.  To view the full programme of speakers and topics please visit www.existexeter.co.uk
To book your place at the event please call Exeter Chamber on 01392 431133. Tickets cost £15 per person, including VAT.