Nathan Sweeney
Microsoft AI Lead - KPMG - Microsoft MVP
London, United Kingdom
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Nathan has 15 years of IT experience and has been using Microsoft Azure for the last 9 of those years. Whilst helping build cloud centre of excellences for many MSP's around the world Nathan loves to help business and customers alike accelerate cloud adoption bringing the untold advantages to businesses, especially around the use of AI.
Nathan works for KPMG as the Microsoft AI Lead in the UK advising some of the worlds biggest customers and users of how AI can be leveraged to improve their businesses ranging from financial services organisations to government departments.
Outside of work Nathan has a passion for helping the community and is known for co-founding the South Coast Summit, the South Coast User Group in the UK, speaking at events and being a Microsoft MVP.
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AI Ethics in action: Navigating the moral maze of business AI adoption
In the past year, AI has really taken the world by storm, and it's brought a whole new set of ethical questions and moral challenges for businesses. In this session, we're going to dive into this exciting yet challenging world where AI meets ethics and morals.
We'll talk about the big ideas in ethical AI – like being open and honest (transparency), treating everyone fairly, and being responsible for our actions (accountability). We'll chat about how these big ideas can actually work in the real world of business. You'll get to hear about the tricky spots AI can put us in, and we'll share some smart ways to make choices that are good for your business and also good for everyone else.
I hope to give you some thoughts and the know-how to steer through the ethical twists and turns of using AI in your company.
So, come along! Let's take this journey together towards using AI in a way that's innovative and exciting, but also really cares about people and doing the right thing.
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.
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
Dodging the AI Apocalypse with Azure AI Studio
In an era where coffee machines talk back and your fridge sends you passive-aggressive emails about your diet, the line between science fiction and reality blurs. Enter Azure AI Studio, the beacon of hope in a world teetering on the brink of the AI apocalypse. During this session, we won't just be talking about saving the world from rogue AI – we'll be doing it, one intelligent solution at a time.
You'll leave not just with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of Azure AI Studio but with the power to deploy AI solutions that could very well save humanity (or at least make your day-to-day tasks a bit easier). Expect to dive into:
• The Basics of Azure AI Studio: A quick overview for the uninitiated, introducing the tools and potentials of Azure AI Studio.
• Survival Skills for the AI Wilderness: Using Azure AI Studio to build, train, and deploy AI models.
• Real-World Spellcasting: Practical examples of how Azure AI Studio is being used to solve real-world problems, from enhancing business operations to contributing to social good.
• Avoiding the Pitfalls of AI Development: How to navigate common challenges and ethical considerations in AI to ensure your creations are beneficial, not malevolent.
So, if you're ready to dodge the AI apocalypse and instead harness the power of artificial intelligence for good, this talk is your first step into a larger world. No prior experience with Azure or AI is required, just a healthy dose of curiosity and a desire to be part of the AI revolution. Come join me, and let's turn the tide against the machines together – with Azure AI Studio as our sword and shield.
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Nathan Sweeney
Microsoft AI Lead - KPMG - Microsoft MVP
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