Meet the Speakers
Talking Tech 2019 will feature a range of speakers, all of which are experts in their topics, working with new technology everyday through their work. The event programme will be made up of keynote speakers, workshops and interactive panel discussions. Take a look at our line up below so far as we reveal those joining us at the event.
Click on a speaker to find out more about them and their talk.
Kris Jones, TechVelocity Ltd
Plastic Innovation:
Many companies look to innovate in-house (and fail, sometimes spectacularly). This talk will look at how you can innovate (or at least create aspiration for ideation) inside or outside your organisation, myths of commitments to innovation, digital communities and how SME companies are the test bed and solution.
About Kris:
Kris is CEO of TechVelocity, the only digital/tech accelerator in the East. Former Joint Chief of Sales for Naked Wines, Head of Client Services at Conectia, Head of Sales and Marketing for Innovify London. Delightfully unhinged and devoted to improving Norfolk as a tech hub and spending time with his family.
Follow TechVelocity:
Website: techvelocity.co.uk
Twitter: @TechVelocity_
Juliana Meyer, Supapass
Take Back Control of your Online Strategy:
Data shows a new future emerging. A disruption is coming; we reveal key insights into what it is… I’ll talk about key trends happening online, massive shifts in how people are engaging and consuming, erosion of trust around data and privacy, and how all these things are actually a huge opportunity for you and your business to jump ahead of your competition and stay ahead of the curve.
Where does your digital content live? Do you have a website for your business and does it really do what you need or is your online experience fragmented for your customers? How do you monetise content or engage your own community? Our work at SupaPass is creating a new wave of tools with the answers.
About Juliana:
Juliana Meyer, founder and CEO of SupaPass, is an award-winning entrepreneur, and is a regular expert speaker at national and international conferences including keynote speeches. She set up her first business at the age of 16 and graduated with an Engineering Science Degree from Oxford University. Juliana has worked in the Entertainment Industry for 20 years and the Tech Industry for 7 years. Juliana also co-founded SyncNorwich, Norwich’s tech & startup community with over 1,500 members and is a regular mentor and judge for various startups and events. She has won several tech, music and entrepreneur awards.
Follow Supapass:
Website: www.supapass.app/podcasters
Twitter: @SupaPass
Tom Broome, Creative Quills
Marketing – Making the Technical Accessible:
When it comes to marketing, many tech companies fear leaving out the complexity of their offering. The more sophisticated your product or service, the more you want to tell potential customers! The trouble comes with asking people to pay for something they don't understand…
This talk will share successful B2B content marketing tips for tech companies – with plenty of real-world examples.
About Tom:
Tom founded Creative Quills in 2011 to help B2B and tech-focused companies position their brands with strategic content marketing. Using his experience and insight, Tom facilitates intensive discovery sessions to provide each client with their own objective-driven marketing strategy and manages a team of skilled writers to deliver exceptional content.
Follow Creative Quills:
Website: www.creativequills.co.uk
Twitter: @creativequills
Paul Maskall, Dardan Security
Our Relationship with Technology:
Technology and innovation by no means the enemy, but our relationship with it certainly could do with some work. Whether that be through securing what we value most or protecting our own wellbeing in a constantly connected culture. The presentation focuses on the link between ourselves, our psychology and how our pervasive relationship with technology has changed how we work, live and how it effects our actual relationships. Breaking down the emotionally myths that provide a barrier against us utilising or finding balance with technology.
About Paul:
With a background in Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies, working in Intelligence, counter terrorism and notably within the force's joint cybercrime unit as their Cyber Security Advisor. Paul is passionate about protecting both people and businesses. Privacy and Data Protection, Counter Fraud or Cyber Security, Paul believes in emphasising the behavioural and social approach and finding a balance with the technical one.
Now as the Head of Cyber, Risk and Technology for Dardan Security, Paul leads on integrating innovative technology to improve the point where physical and information security meets.
Follow Dardan Security/Paul:
Website: www.dardansecurity.co.uk
Twitter: @PaulMaskall
Jim Palmer, Netmatters Ltd
Becoming Paperless:
This presentation will be showcasing our own journey to become paperless and giving advice to other businesses on how they can become fully paperless, through systemisation and improving processes using technology.
Most businesses I talk to would like to go paperless but they don't know how to start, let alone manage the transition. This presentation will run over the myths and barriers that hinder a business going paperless.
About Jim:
Jim Palmer is Head of Digital, overseeing the digital department and its clients.
He has worked at Netmatters for over 2 years. Netmatters are Norfolk’s leading digital agency, employing over 70 people in IT Web Development and Digital Marketing. Netmatters are also famous for their Scion scheme in conjunction with the Department for Work and Pensions.
Follow Netmatters Ltd:
Website: www.netmatters.co.uk
Twitter: @netmattersltd
Tash Hales, Ladies Hacking Society
Cyber Security & Data Panel Discussion:
Tash will be joining fellow Cyber Security and data experts on stage to answer your questions about the myths surrounding security for your workplace, data safety, compliance, GDPR and more.
About Tash:
I went to UEA to get my degree in computer science and after university I became a Java developer for a few years in a very dynamic start up and then a more established company before I had my children. After children I have returned to become a teacher and now lecture in computing, with a passion for cyber security, at City College and run the Norwich Chapter of Ladies Hacking Society – a not for profit that use amazing software built by Immersive Labs that uses gamification to teach women technical skills needed for a career in Cyber Security.
Follow Ladies Hacking Society:
Twitter: @LhsNor
Darren Chapman, CyberScale LTD
Cyber Security & Data Panel Discussion:
Darren will be joining fellow Cyber Security and data experts on stage to answer your questions about the myths surrounding security for your workplace, data safety, compliance, GDPR and more.
About Darren:
Darren Chapman is Norfolk born and bred but has spent the majority of his career away from Norfolk.
After over 20 years working in Information Technology, including providing specialist consultancy for organisations such as Barclays, Hiscox, many High Street retailers and various other private and public sector organisations in the UK and internationally, Darren now uses his experience to help local businesses and other organisations properly equip themselves to deal with the ever growing and ever-changing threats of Cybercrime.
Follow CyberScale Ltd:
Website: www.cyberscale.co.uk
Twitter: @CyberScaleUK
Kitty Rosser, Birketts LLP
Cyber Security & Data Panel Discussion:
Kitty will be joining fellow Cyber Security and data experts on stage to answer your questions about the myths surrounding security for your workplace, data safety, compliance, GDPR and more.
About Kitty:
Kitty is a Senior Associate in Birketts’ Corporate and Commercial Team. Her specialisms include intellectual property, data protection and IT.
Kitty is listed as a 'Next Generation' lawyer by Legal 500 [UK 2019]. Sources say that Kitty is "particularly good and easy to work with, she gives clear explanations". In previous editions she is described as "straightforward, patient and honest".
Follow Birketts LLP:
Website: www.birketts.co.uk/intellectual-property
Twitter: @BirkettsIPTech
Peter Cubbin, cyberfen
Cyber Security & Data Panel Discussion:
Peter will be joining fellow Cyber Security and data experts on stage to answer your questions about the myths surrounding security for your workplace, data safety, compliance, GDPR and more.
About Peter:
Peter has over 30 years’ experience in Cyber, Electronic Warfare, advanced information and communications and associated disciplines, spanning the military, corporate commercial and specialist commercial sectors.
A former Army Officer and subsequently a COO and Head of Cyber in the commercial sector. He combines practical (operational), commercial and technical experience in problem resolution. His specialist areas include Cyber, Electronic Warfare, Advanced Communications, Secure (encrypted) Information Systems and ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance).
Follow cyberfen:
Website: cyberfen.com
Twitter: @CyberfenUK
Fiona Rust, Agri-Tech East
4 myths debunked about Agriculture 4.0:
The myth that agriculture is a low-tech, low-skilled industry will be truly busted when you hear about the work of Agri-Tech East and its members. From tech hackathons to the internet of (agri)-things, food production and countryside management are in the middle of a data-driven agricultural revolution, where the convergence of telecoms, IT, electronics, biology, chemistry and physics are transforming the industry.
About Fiona:
Fiona has worked for Agri-Tech East since March working on their varied events programme and also heading up their next generation group, the Young Innovators’ Forum.
Follow Agri-Tech East:
Website: www.agritech-east.co.uk
Twitter: @AgriTechEast
James Russell, Brisk
AI Panel Discussion:
James will be joining fellow artificial intelligence experts on stage to answer your questions about the myths surrounding AI in business.
About James:
James is the CEO and co-founder of www.getBrisk.com. Having worked at Aviva for 17 years including 4 years as the MD of the internet auction business bluecycle.com, James is now launching Brisk. Brisk aims to help small to medium sized businesses and their advisers save time managing risk and cut through the complexity often found in protecting their business. Prior to Aviva, James was a supply chain consultant at Ernst & Young and Key Account Manager at Lucas Automotive.
Follow Brisk:
Website: www.getbrisk.com
Twitter: @getbrisk
Paul Grenyer, Naked Element Ltd
Lightening Talk - nor(DE)V:
Norfolk Developers or nor(DE)V: run lots of different events for software development professionals, from software developers to software business owners. These include technical presentations, workshops,business breakfasts, networking events for software company owners, BBQs and, of course, the biggest technical conference in the East of England, nor*DEV):con.
Tech Community Panel Discussion:
Paul will also be joining fellow tech meet up groups on stage to answer your questions about how to get involved and how the tech community can support your business following the lightening talks.
About Paul:
Paul is the CEO at Naked Element and a founder and organiser of Norfolk Developers (nor(DEV):) and founder and one time organiser of SyncNorwich. Paul has been working in the software industry for nearly 20 years and has 15 years of programming experience prior to that.
Having worked with all sorts of companies from small startups and SMEs to global investment banks and insurers, Paul has seen many different types of software developed in every way you can imagine, some which worked and some which didn’t.
Paul is also the chair of nor(DEV):con, the biggest software development conference in the East of England.
Follow Naked Element Ltd:
Website: nakedelement.co.uk
Twitter: @nakedelement
Linford Bacon, Aviva
AI Panel Discussion:
Linford will be joining fellow artificial intelligence experts on stage to answer your questions about the myths surrounding AI in business.
About Linford:
Linford is a pioneering data scientist and senior manager, passionate about delivering transformational change through cutting-edge technology. A proven leader with a strong track record of delivering real value through data science solutions, providing thought leadership and strategic vision to affect large scale change.
Follow Aviva:
Website: www.aviva.co.uk
Twitter: @AvivaUK
Bradley Lawrence, UBISEND
Chatbots – To be feared or implemented?
This presentation will welcome you into the world of rolling out enterprise grade chatbots. We’ll touch on the preconceptions, past and present adoptions along with the key facts about what it really takes to successfully implement a chatbot as a key component to your organisation.
AI Panel Discussion:
Bradley will also be joining fellow artificial intelligence experts on stage to answer your questions about the myths surrounding AI in business.
About Bradley:
Bradley Lawrence, Head of Sales at ubisend focuses his time and effort on supporting clients in their untrusted journey to adoption artificial intelligence.
With over 5 years of experience helping organisations adopt new technology he’s very familiar with the obstacles and challenges put in place.
Follow UBISEND:
Website: ubisend.com
Twitter: @ubisend
Robin Milton, Access Creative College and Norfolk Game Developers
Connection Lost: Misconceptions of the Games Industry:
Despite the UK Games Industry’s astounding growth in the last five years, many traditional businesses and local governments are yet to seriously explore the opportunities available in the sector. The industry surrounding video and tabletop games is vast, varied and does not show any signs of slowing down, but how can we tell what is real and what are simply myths and legends? Through her own experiences of running Norfolk Game Developers and teaching Games Design, Robin will showcase the exciting openings and markets to explore in this region.
About Robin:
Robin is a passionate advocate for the growth of the local games development industry in Norfolk. Alongside her role at Access Creative College as a Pathway Manager for Games Design and Development, she helps organise the local community group Norfolk Game Developers. Robin has previously worked with the Norwich Games Festival and spoken at events for both NUA and UEA on her experience in the games industry. She is a Women in Games Ambassador and was shortlisted this year for MCV’s Mentor of the Year award as well as the Progression Advocate award by Gamedev Heroes for her work with encouraging young people to consider careers in the industry.
Follow Robin:
Twitter: @RobinGameDev
Tom Haczewski, The User Story, Hot Source
Lightening Talk - Hot Source:
The original Norwich Meetup group for forward-thinking creatives, Hot Source is on a mission to fire up your creativity and blow your mind with events that will help you become better creators and problem solvers. Come with us to delve deeper into that messy but magical world of creativity in its many forms. Whether in digital or analog, we’ll tackle opportunities and challenges facing thinkers and makers today.
Tech Community Panel Discussion:
Tom will also be joining fellow tech meet up groups on stage to answer your questions about how to get involved and how the tech community can support your business following the lightening talks.
About Tom:
Tom has almost 15 experience in design, development and usability, for both clientside and agency-side backgrounds. Over his professional career he’s worked with Virgin Money, ASDA, HMV, Arco, Econsultancy, BBC and RAC before starting The User Story, where he build digital products for startups and big brands alike.
Follow The User Story/Hot Source:
Website: www.theuserstory.com
Twitter: @theuserstory @hsnorwich
Sean Clark, Clark St. James Ltd
Lightening Talk - Sync Norwich:
Our mission is to promote and enable local tech business growth, and make Norwich a truly thriving tech cluster in the UK. We showcase Norwich startup talent in a bi-monthly series of Startup Pitch Events. We have one simple goal.
Grow Norwich into a world class digital startup cluster & ecosystem.
We also have an annual flagship event. Sync the City - Norwich’s 54 Hour Startup event in which we challenge event attendees to pitch a startup idea and make it a reality in 54 hours. Winning team can win up to £4,000 cash prize. https://syncthecity.com
Tech Community Panel Discussion:
Sean will also be joining fellow tech meet up groups on stage to answer your questions about how to get involved and how the tech community can support your business following the lightening talks.
About Sean:
Sean has over 20 years’ experience in the digital sector. Now director at online advertising agency Clark St James, and heavily involved in the local tech community. Co-organiser of SyncNorwich, Sync The City, a member of the Norfolk Chamber Council and non-exec director of Visit East of England.
Follow Clark St. James:
Website: clarkstjames.com
Twitter: @clarkstjames
Mark Williams-Cook, Candour
Workshop - Why your website content is rubbish and you don’t rank in Google:
Stop thinking about ‘500 words of copy’ for your website and do something that matters.
Businesses live and die on the web and this workshop is a practical survival guide to how you should be thinking about your website content in 2019 and what it’s going to take to rank in Google and not fade into obscurity.
Lightening Talk - Search Norwich:
SearchNorwich is a free meetup designed to help bring the search marketing community in Norwich together to learn, meet and share.
Held every 2 months, the event brings some of the leading SEO and PPC experts in to deliver insightful and actionable short talks which are also filmed and put online at SearchNorwich.org
The event also makes an effort to support local charities, giving a 10 minute spotlight every month to highlight various projects and charity speakers.
SearchNorwich is a relaxed and informal networking event, there's friendly people, free pizza and beer - even an arcade machine.
The community is welcoming to new attendees, so don't be scared to come along and join us!
Tech Community Panel Discussion:
Mark will also be joining fellow tech meet up groups on stage to answer your questions about how to get involved and how the tech community can support your business following the lightening talks.
About Mark:
Director of Candour, Mark Williams-Cook is an award-winning digital marketer that has specialised in SEO over the last 15 years, working with clients such as Expedia, Advanced, Hitachi and FatFace in some of the most challenge sectors.
Mark enjoys sharing his SEO knowledge and experience with wider industry, running the Search with Candour podcast and local SearchNorwich meetup as well as speaking at digital conferences such as BrightonSEO.
Follow Candour:
Website: withcandour.co.uk
Twitter: @candouragency
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