Manchester’s data hive is buzzing, and we’re opening the comb for new voices, bold ideas, and real‑world stories.
We’re now accepting talk proposals for Manchester Data Hive - Data & AI Community Day, our volunteer‑led event where practitioners, engineers, analysts, leaders, and curious minds gather to share, build, and buzz with ideas.
Whether you're shaping responsible AI, building with Microsoft Fabric, engineering robust data pipelines, transforming analytics, or crafting insights that deliver real impact, we want to hear from you.
Why speak at Manchester Data Hive?
- Share your experience with a friendly, engaged community
- Help pollinate new ideas across Manchester’s Data & AI hive
- Elevate your professional profile
- Contribute to a collaborative event where we all learn, collaborate, and elevate together
If you’re new to speaking, or you’d love to start but aren’t sure how, reach out to us! We’re happy to help you build confidence, shape your first session, and work together to launch your speaking journey. Everyone starts somewhere, and the hive is here to help you grow. 🐝✨
Please note: We’re unable to cover travel or accommodation expenses.
We welcome sessions across the Microsoft Data & AI ecosystem, including:
- Microsoft Fabric
- Azure SQL, Synapse, Databricks (on Azure)
- Power BI, Data Factory, Purview
- Governance, quality, and responsible/ethical AI
- Copilot and AI‑assisted development
- Architecture, engineering, modelling & delivery patterns
- Community, culture, mentoring, and collaboration in tech
All talks must follow either our 20-minute lightning session or 45‑minute session format, giving speakers space for meaningful depth while keeping the day energetic and focused.
Demo‑heavy talks, practical walkthroughs, case studies, and storytelling sessions are especially encouraged.
Please note: We’re unable to cover travel or accommodation expenses.
If you’re new to speaking, or you’d love to start but aren’t sure how, reach out to us! We’re happy to help you build confidence, shape your first session, and work together to launch your speaking journey. Everyone starts somewhere, and the hive is here to help you grow. 🐝✨
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