NI AI Meetup - No.3 - Spring 26

​Join us on the 21st of May at Ormeau Labs, Belfast, for our second event of 2026.

​​​At each event, we aim to feature talks covering a broad range of AI topics — from introductory and technical sessions to business-focused insights, and even light-hearted takes on where AI is today and where it’s heading.

​​​For our third event, we have some great speakers in an amazing venue.

• ​We’ve Never Really Had To Think About Thinking…Until Now!
  Tina Calder - Excalibur Press

• ​Why experience still matters in the age of AI
  Helen Todd / Gillian Noble- LastSay

• ​AI has a perception problem - and it’s generational
  Ava McGurk - Illuminate Labs

• ​​The Good, the Bad and the Vibey
  Gareth Burns - Digital Steam / Tales from the Startup

​​These talks cover different aspects of AI usage, from startup, social enterprise and technical implementation. We hope there is something for everyone.

PLEASE NOTE - The entrance for the event is the side door at the Ormeau Labs and not the main door. Due to security the main door will close promptly at 6:20PM so please make sure you arrive before then as we cannot provide access after that.

There are limited places for this one, so sign up fast, and if you cannot make it, please give up your space for someone who can.

​​​We’re a friendly, inclusive group for everyone to learn, share, and connect. Please note this is a volunteer-run group and attendance is at your own risk. The organizer(s) accept no liability for injuries, loss, or damage.