Nathan Sweeney
Microsoft AI Lead | Microsoft MVP | Enterprise AI & Agentic Transformation
London, United Kingdom
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Nathan Sweeney is the Microsoft AI Lead at KPMG, Microsoft MVP, and Co-Founder of South Coast Summit and the Microsoft Cloud South Coast User Group.
He works with enterprise organisations to understand how Microsoft AI technologies can reshape the way businesses operate, make decisions, and deliver value. His focus spans Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, AI agents, cloud architecture, responsible AI, and the governance needed to scale AI safely.
Nathan’s work sits at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and organisational change. He helps leaders move beyond AI experimentation by identifying where AI can create measurable value, how agentic solutions can support real business workflows, and what operating models are needed to make adoption sustainable.
As a speaker, Nathan brings a leadership perspective grounded in hands-on technical experience. His sessions combine strategic thinking, practical frameworks, live demonstrations, and honest lessons from working with Microsoft AI in enterprise environments. He is particularly interested in how organisations move from individual productivity gains to broader business transformation through governed, human-centred AI.
Nathan is known for making complex AI topics accessible without oversimplifying them. Whether discussing Copilot adoption, Azure AI Foundry, agentic AI, responsible AI, or vibe coding, his goal is to help audiences understand not only what the technology can do, but how it should be applied, governed, and scaled.
Outside of client work, Nathan supports the Microsoft community through speaking, mentoring, blogging, user groups, and organising community events including South Coast Summit.
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Copilot Studio‘s Bigger Brother - Make an AI tooling decision today
Agent Builder. Copilot Studio. Microsoft Foundry. Three tools. One mission. And if you've ever stared at that list wondering which one you're actually supposed to use, you're not alone.
Microsoft has been clear about the destination: Agents are the future of business processes. But the path to get there? That part can feel anything but clear. Which tool fits your scenario? Where does one end and another begin? What happens when you pick the wrong one six weeks into a project? These are the questions that keep architects, developers, and decision-makers up at night, and they're exactly what this session is here to answer
We’ll cut through the marketing and get into the detail that actually matters 🤓 Let’s start by building a shared mental model: mapping out what each tool is genuinely designed for, whom it's built for, and where its boundaries sit. From there, we'll move into the signals you need to look out for before you commit to a path: the right questions to ask, the red flags to spot early, and the architecture patterns that hold up in production.
Not in theory, but grounded in the real decisions teams are making today.
And because nothing lands quite like seeing it in action, we'll close out with a comprehensive live demo across both Copilot Studio and Microsoft Foundry. Same business scenario. Different tools. Real trade-offs, visible on screen. You'll see where each approach shines, where it stretches, and what that means for your next agent project.
Whether you're just starting to explore the agentic space, already deep in a Copilot Studio build, or wondering if Foundry is the missing piece for your more complex requirements. Leave with a clear, confident picture of the tooling Microsoft offers today, and a practical framework for making the right call on your next implementation
Key Takeaways
* Understand the core differences between Agent Builder, Copilot Studio and Microsoft Foundry: for whom each tool is built, what it's optimised for, and where its limits are.
* Learn the key architecture signals and decision criteria that should guide your tool selection before you start building, so you're not course-correcting mid-project.
* See both Copilot Studio and Microsoft Foundry in action through a live demo, with the same scenario run through each tool to make the trade-offs tangible and real.
Lets build some Agents in Foundry
M365 and Copilot Studio agents are built on Foundry so lets build some agents in Foundry in the session. Just in case I will have some demos we can talk through!!
You will walk away with a better understanding of what Foundry is, where its applicable and when to use it over M365 or Copilot Studio.
We will talk about business taxonomies, agent architypes and how businesses are changing when it comes to using this new technology and what my thoughts are for the future of the technology.
Why Cloud Architects Always Say "It Depends"
As a cloud architect, I'm often asked questions about cloud infrastructure, platform selection, and service provider evaluation. And my answer is usually the same: "It depends." In this session, I'll explain why cloud architecture is complex and why there is no one-size-fits-all solution. I'll cover the key factors that must be considered when making cloud-related decisions, including business goals, budget, security, performance, and existing infrastructure. Through real-world examples and case studies, attendees will gain insights into how to approach cloud-related decisions in a more informed and strategic manner.
Key Takeaways:
• Understand why cloud architects always say "It depends"
• Learn the key factors to consider when making cloud-related decisions
• Gain insights from real-world examples and case studies
Discover how to approach cloud-related decisions in a more informed and strategic manner
Why you and your business should be vibe coding
This is an interactive session so bring your big voices and be expected to engage.
In this session, I’ll show you why you and your business should be 100% invested in vibe coding.
I will break down what vibe coding really means, why it changes the way we build, and how you can put it into practice immediately.
Bring your ideas we will build them live. Along the way, we’ll explore VS Code, GitHub Spark, and the tools that make vibe coding not just possible, but powerful.
Developers may leave a little frustrated (and maybe even hate me for making it look this easy), but business leaders will see the bigger opportunity: how vibe coding can accelerate delivery, reduce friction, and transform innovation at pace.
I’ll also share lessons learned from implementing this approach in real world scenarios, so you leave not just inspired, but ready to act.
Azure Foundry - Lets build some agents
Let’s build some agents!
In this session, we’ll dive into Azure AI Foundry and create agents live, showing how they can think, act, and work together to solve real problems. From orchestrators to specialists, you’ll see how easy it is to bring ideas to life and wire them into your business.
Expect demos, a few surprises, and practical takeaways you can use to start your own agent journey the moment you leave the room.
One thing I will also cover is when to use Foundry over Copilot Studio, I expect some discussions on this from the room!
How to Use Azure Landing Zones to Accelerate Cloud Adoption at Scale
Learn how to use Azure Landing Zones to accelerate your cloud adoption at scale. I'll cover the key components, design patterns, and governance framework needed for success. Through real-world examples and case studies, you'll gain insights and actionable takeaways for driving cloud adoption in your organization.
Key Takeaways:
• Understand Azure Landing Zones and their key components
• Learn how to choose the right design pattern for your organization
• Define a strong governance framework for your cloud environment
• Gain insights from real-world examples and case studies of successful cloud adoption at scale using Azure Landing Zones
Leave with actionable insights that you can apply in your own organization.
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