Join the Energy Central team and learn about the innovative digitisation taking place throughout Northumberland's offshore wind sector. Hear from: - ORE Catapult who will be showcasing the brand new DARE Centre which centres on Digital, Autonomous and Robotics Engineering. - Port of Blyth and the all new, first ever 5G innovation lab which will soon be opening in Blyth, offering a unique digital offering to the Port. -Acuity Robotics, participants in the TIGGOR programme who will be discussing how their digital robotics offer unique and vital digital support to the offshore wind market as well as other critical infrastructure. Enjoy breakfast, talks from experts and a spot of networking.

Newcastle Helix presents…Building Blocks is an exciting and educational day for invited local school children to step into the world of STEM. With the help of LEGO, motorised cars and LED light displays we’ll introduce Year 5 pupils to real-world coding, AI and data in a working environment. Our mission is to inspire younger generations about a future for them in the booming North East tech sector.

Join us for an exciting event where we explore the power of Artificial Intelligence and Data in revolutionizing businesses. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies can propel your company to new heights. Network with industry experts and gain valuable insights on leveraging AI and data effectively. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve! The first panel will explore the opportunities of Artificial Intelligence for small businesses with Sage Chief Technology Officer Aaron Harris. Aaron will be joined on stage by Sage customers and Sage colleagues as they delve into important themes around artificial intelligence including its application, preparation for its adoption, and skills. This will be followed by an interactive session hosted by Sage colleagues on the power of data for businesses. We will be discussing data’s role in creating an effective business strategy and how the insights data delivers can enable businesses to make more informed decisions. 

Digital Transformation: Leveraging Tech for Business Growth will explore how organisations are leveraging technology to drive growth and accelerate digital transformation. Through an insightful panel discussion and expert presentations, we'll share the strategies, challenges, and success stories behind successful digital transformation initiatives.

This is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the tech sector and eager to network with industry leaders and peers. It features a panel discussion with five Dynamo Advisory Board members who will explore Dynamo's future and impact, facilitated by Charlie MacDowall, Product Director at Serios Group – a Dynamo member. Panellists include: James Bunting - CEO, Leighton; Chair, Dynamo North East Manila McLean - Non-Executive Director, docStribute Ronnie Peet - Global Director, Sage Deni Chambers - Director of Curriculum, Gateshead College Dylan McKee - Co-founder, Nebula Labs This event is a great opportunity to gain insights into the region and make connections! *Tickets are limited, so please ensure you reserve a seat to attend.

Are you the proud owner of precious printed photographs but they are scratched and torn? Join staff from Culture House Sunderland and Sunderland Libraries Service, for this free, fun session that will take you through some basic restoration techniques.

The North East Regional Cyber Crime Unit are hosting a series of webinars across three days in June. Each webinar is an overview as to who the unit are, what they do and information on the free support and services they provide to individuals, communities, businesses, organisations and charities.

Opencast’s opening session for TechNExt 2024 focuses on the skills challenges across the public and private sectors, by exploring how organisations in each are responding and growing their in-house capabilities. Our discussion will explore how organisations can better grow the skills of their people, and the impact of growing the potential of existing teams, as well as on wider society.