Don't Outsource Your Thinking to AI (Workshop + Networking)
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Don't outsource your thinking to AI.
Collaborate with it instead.
Love it or hate it, AI is touching more and more of our lives.
In this hands-on event, we'll lead with curiosity as we explore creative uses of these new tools, and learn how AI can enhance our creative problem solving, curiosity and imagination.
We'll tackle sticky challenges, see new connections, and reveal biases to make us better problem solvers.
This is a unique workshop / networking hybrid event with great dinner + drinks provided.
😕 What's the problem?
86% of companies expect AI transformation by 2030 (source)
75% of employees fear being made obsolete (source)
Curiosity, flexibility and imagination are among the most crucial skills for 2030 (source)
How can we embrace AI while strengthening these crucial human skills?
The key lies in using AI not to give us the answers, but to ask better questions.
💡 What to expect at the event
Watch one of our past events above ☝️
We'll set aside any fears or doubts with AI, lead with curiosity and learn by doing.
You will learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini or Copilot in creative ways to build confidence in creative problem solving.
The event will help tackle challenges such as:
Feeling overwhelmed or skeptical about AI
Over-reliance on AI for answers
Losing creative spark or curiosity at work
Struggling to turn ideas into action
Wanting to explore AI safely without the hype
This isn't your average networking event. Expect:
Networking games to support meeting new people
Interactive challenges and small-group collaboration
Inspiring lightning talk
Other people curious about doing work differently
“The most fun I’ve had at a work event."
Senior Product Manager, BBC iPlayer (past event attendee)
🙋🏽♀️ Who is this event for?
This event is for leaders and managers in any sector.
You don’t need any previous experience of AI to come to this event.
The event will be inclusive and welcoming to all who attend.
🎤 Your facilitator
Tom Parson is an experienced facilitator and founder of Big Echo, an innovation and growth partnership based in Manchester.
After a decade running tech agency Huddle Digital, Tom launched Big Echo to demystify, derisk and democratise innovation for traditional sector businesses.
Alongside this, he is also a contract lecturer, corporate facilitator and private trainer – teaching innovation, design thinking, software engineering, entrepreneurship and, occasionally, music production.
“Tom delivered an engaging and thought-provoking workshop. The session left everyone feeling inspired with new ways of problem solving.”
Anastasia Kynighou, MBA Director, Manchester Metropolitan University Business School
⏰ Event timings
6:00pm - 6:30pm Registration + networking games
6:30pm - 8:00pm Workshop + lightning talk
8:00pm - 8:30pm Networking + food
🎟️ Your ticket
Your ticket gets you all of this:
Delicious South Korean food and complimentary drink
Chance to win one of multiple prizes, max value £20
5% donation to climate change innovation
Guaranteed to have a meaningful conversation with at least 3 new people
1.5h of expert facilitation
1h of structured networking
Optional free Big Echo merch
Spaces are limited so we can provide an excellent experience for those who attend. Don't wait to grab your ticket!
This event is suitable for self-directed CPD. Participants may record up to 1.5 CPD hours for attending the workshop session.
🥟 Food
RamYum will serve a Korean-inspired grazing platter that is bold, satisfying, and made fresh.
See more on their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ramyum_uk/
🏙️ Venue
SEESAW is a space for people who like to think more curiously.
A space to work, learn and play, SEESAW is a workspace, cafe, events and exhibition space in a beautifully transformed warehouse in the heart of Manchester city centre.