# Generative AI Summit: London 2026

- Dates: December 2026
- Location: Tobacco Dock, London, London, United Kingdom
- Organiser: Informa Group PLC
- Industry: Cybersecurity
- Expected attendance: 5,000

## About

The Generative AI Summit series serves as a premier event for professionals aiming to deepen their understanding of generative artificial intelligence and its transformative impact across various industries. This series is designed to bridge the gap between advanced AI research and practical enterprise applications, offering a thorough exploration of how generative AI is redefining operational strategies and industry standards. By convening executives, engineers, and thought leaders, the summit provides a valuable platform for examining the evolving landscape of AI-driven innovation.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://london.theaisummit.com/)
- [Registration](https://london.theaisummit.com/whats-on/attendee-info/)
- [Agenda](https://london.theaisummit.com/agenda-overview/)

## Topics

- Exploring Practical Applications and System Performance
- Fostering Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange
- Delivering Actionable Insights and Lasting Value

## Speakers

- Vitaly Baranov, Aon
- Laura Weis, Human-AI Strategy Lead, WPP
- Fernando Garibay, Founder and Chairman, The Garibay Institute
- Vivek J. Dak, Assistant Vice President, Barclays
- David Johnston, Creative Technology Industry Manager, British Film Institute
- Davwood Shamsi, Executive Director of AI/ML, JPMorgan Chase
- Kam Kuraji, NFL
- Benedict Macon-Cooney, Tony Blair Institute
- Anne-Claire Gerbaldi, Senior Vice President; Chief Digital, Data and AI Officer, AstraZeneca
- Kanishka Narayan, Minister for AI and Online Safety, Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
- Richard Masters, Vice President of Data and AI, Virgin Atlantic Airways
- Disha Mukherjee, Lead Data Engineer, Ford Credit
- Ingrid Olmesdahl, AI Transformation Director, EMEA, Ogilvy
- Wendy Ng, AI Futurist, Confidential

## Sponsors and partners

- General Purpose
- The London Business School
- LSE Department of Statistics
- IFF
- Oxford University

## Where to stay

- **The Clermont**: 70 m from the venue, London, WC2N 5HR
- **The Z Hotel Trafalgar**: 170 m from the venue, 53 Chandos Place, London
  - [Hotel website](https://www.thezhotels.com/hotels/trafalgar/)
  - Phone: +44 20 3841 0872
- **Citadines Trafalgar Square**: 170 m from the venue, 18-21 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5EA
  - [Hotel website](http://www.citadines.com/uk/london/trafalgar_square.html)
  - Phone: +44 20 7766 3700
- **Hotel The Grand at Trafalgar Square**: 180 m from the venue, London
- **Club Quarters Hotel**: 180 m from the venue
- **hub by Premier Inn**: 200 m from the venue, 110 St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4BA
  - [Hotel website](https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/greater-london/london/hub-london-covent-garden.html)
- **St Martins Lane Hotel**: 220 m from the venue, 45 St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4HX
  - [Hotel website](https://all.accor.com/hotel/B5D3/index.fr.shtml)
  - Phone: +44 20 7300 5500
- **Great Scotland Yard Hotel**: 240 m from the venue, 5 stars, 3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London, SW1A 2HN
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hyatt.com/unbound-collection/en-US/lhrub-great-scotland-yard)
  - Phone: +44 2079254700

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