We recently had the fantastic opportunity to attend and present at the Somerset Chamber AI Summit held at the Firepool Centre for Digital Innovation in Taunton. The event was a sell-out success, bringing together local businesses eager to learn how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of work.
The summit focused on helping businesses understand how they can harness the power of AI in practical ways. With over 60 attendees in the room, the atmosphere was full of discussion about how new technologies can support growth and innovation across Somerset.
Alistair’s Presentation on AI in Our Business
During the event, Alistair delivered a presentation on how businesses can begin using AI tools in their everyday operations. Rather than focusing on complex technical concepts, the talk explored simple and practical ways AI can support productivity.
The session covered examples of how AI can assist with tasks such as content creation, idea generation, analysing information & more. The aim was to show that AI is not just for large tech companies. Small and medium-sized businesses can also benefit from it in meaningful ways.

A Great Event for the Somerset Business Community
Events like the Somerset Chamber AI Summit are a great reminder of how supportive the local business community is. It was inspiring to see so many organisations coming together to learn about emerging technologies and share ideas about the future.
The Firepool Centre for Digital Innovation provided the perfect setting for the event. It highlights Taunton’s growing reputation as a hub for digital learning and innovation!
Looking Ahead
Artificial intelligence continues to evolve rapidly, and businesses that take the time to understand it now will be better positioned for the future. We’re always excited to share knowledge and help organisations explore how digital tools can support their goals.
A big thank you to Somerset Chamber for organising such a successful event, and to everyone who attended the summit and joined the conversation about AI.
If you’re interested in learning more about how AI could support your business, feel free to get in touch.
Can you spot Alistair in the crowd here! – https://www.linkedin.com/posts/somerset-chamber-of-commerce-and-industry-limited_another-sell-out-somerset-chamber-event-activity-7437063122986815488-tAV5



