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Join us for an in-depth online conference focused on NHS IT infrastructure, where we will explore the critical role of technology in supporting and enhancing healthcare services. As the backbone of modern healthcare, robust IT infrastructure is essential for efficient operations, data management, and the delivery of patient care.
This comprehensive event will feature industry leaders and IT experts discussing the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in building and maintaining resilient, scalable IT systems within the NHS. Expert-led panels will cover key topics, including AI and data, cyber security, futureproofing infrastructure, digital transformation, and emerging technologies.
Learn how the NHS is leveraging AI to enhance patient care, implementing robust cyber security measures to protect sensitive data, and adopting innovative strategies to ensure long-term infrastructure resilience. Engage with thought leaders as they discuss the digital transformation of the NHS and the integration of cutting-edge technologies. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of healthcare's digital evolution.
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WHO ATTENDS
Presenters
Dr Ravinder Singh Zandu
Civil Servant (Head of Digital and Systems)
Cabinet Office-Government Commercial Function
Rachael Medhurst
Senior Lecturer in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security
University of South Wales
After completing my undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Digital Forensics, I gained practical experience by working on cases for several police forces across the UK and serving as an Expert Witness in court. After several years of acquiring this experience, I began teaching the next generation at the National Cyber Security Academy. As a Senior Lecturer in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security, I taught various modules ranging from level 5 to 7, such as ‘Digital Forensic Techniques,’ ‘Mobile Device Forensics,’ ‘Emerging Technologies and Digital Forensics,’ and ‘Secure Operations and Incident Management.’ During this time, I also led the master’s programs in Applied Cyber Security and Digital Forensics. This experience is contributing to my PhD research, which focuses on enhancing DFIR (Digital Forensic Incident Response) capabilities in the healthcare industry.
Dr Jan Blumel
Researcher
Cambridge Service Alliance
Research on enabling personal touch in digital channels by personalising interactions with advanced natural language processing and conversational AI. Seeking engagement with practitioners and researchers in customer experience and NLP.
Katie Mitchell
Automation Consultancy Manager
NHS Shared Business Services
Liz Ashall - Payne
Board Director
techUK
In 2015, Liz established ORCHA, a groundbreaking venture that garnered investments from influential figures like Sir Terry Leahy and Bill Currie. Under Liz's guidance, ORCHA has experienced remarkable growth, expanding its digital health assessment and distribution services to twelve countries worldwide. Within the UK, ORCHA serves organisations in 70% of NHS regions, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the digital health landscape.
Recognised for her exceptional contributions, Liz Ashall-Payne and ORCHA have received numerous accolades. Liz herself has been honoured as a Tech Trailblazer by the BIMA 100, acknowledged as a Healthcare IT Leader in the HIMSS Future 50, and named Entrepreneur of the Year by prestigious institutions such as the British Chamber of Commerce, Norther Powerhouse, and EY. Additionally, she has been featured within the LDC top 50, further highlighting her influential role in the healthcare and technology sectors.
In addition to her accomplishments at ORCHA, Liz Ashall-Payne is an NHS England NIA alumni fellow, demonstrating her commitment to advancing innovation in healthcare. She actively contributes to the development of future healthcare leaders as a coach for the NHS England Clinical Entrepreneur program. Furthermore, Liz serves as the Vice Chair on the Tech UK Health and Social Care Council, where she helps shape policies and initiatives in the intersection of technology and healthcare.
Liz Ashall-Payne's visionary leadership, extensive expertise in healthcare transformation, and dedication to harnessing the potential of digital health make her a prominent figure in the industry, driving positive change and innovation for the benefit of patients and healthcare systems worldwide.
Sherin Mathew
Digital Innovation & Ai Ethics Advisor, Founder & CEO of AI Tech UK
West Yorkshire Combined Authority
As a former IBM AI Expert at Global Business Services UK, Sherin’s specialism is transforming businesses into cognitive enterprises. Sherin is an award-winning CEO of AI Tech UK and is responsible for delivering the National AI Strategy and democratising AI Awareness with UK businesses since 2018.
Sherin is a Tech4good champion and a pioneer in the space of Ethics and Sustainability Management in Digital Transformation. Sherin is the founder of a groundbreaking AI Management platform forged with global partners and institutes.
Sherin is an AI Strategist and board advisor for West Yorkshire Combined Authority, and also the Chief AI advisor for ambitious SMEs, DeepTech Startups, and the UK AI policy team (DSIT) with a mission to "Disrupt the AI Disruption"! Sherin is an untiring advocate for the creative, innovative, and ethical elements of intelligent technologies. As an accomplished Public Speaker, AI Ethicist, and Evangelist, Sherin promotes thought-provoking ideas, shares his technical knowledge, and advises on best practices.
Adrian Joseph
Non-Executive Director
GOSH
I'm a sought-after speaker for PE, VC, and other organisations on (1) Applied AI and unlocking business value, (2) Understanding the role of AI on the future of work, and (3) Creating an equitable world: How AI and innovative technology can narrow gaps in society.
Currently, I'm on the Boards of Direct Line Insurance Group plc, Allwyn UK (National Lottery operator), a member of the Technology Advisory Board of NatWest Group, and an Advisor on data/AI. I'm also supporting ten innovative founders building AI powered platforms in healthtech, agritech, and climate change as an angel investor and/or advisor.
As the former Chief Data and AI Officer at BT Group, I led 1,600 experts to step change value delivery and incubate new data and AI businesses, including the award-winning Active Intelligence. I was previously a Partner at Ernst & Young in Data and AI, and have a decade of cloud, digital, and data science experience in senior leadership roles at Google.
My prior NED experience spans over 10 years and includes serving as a NED to the UK government's Home Office, the Cabinet Office People Board and as an Expert Member of the UK AI Council where I contributed to the development of the National AI Strategy. I was also a main Board Member of Business in the Community where I chaired the Race Equality Board for 5 years, and a Trustee of the Aleto Foundation charity which helps young people from non-privileged backgrounds.
I was honoured with an OBE for services to equality and diversity in business in 2019 and hold a degree in econometrics, an MBA with distinction, and an honorary doctorate in business management.
Cllr Douglas Hamandishe
Community Mental Health Practitioner/ Deputy Mayor
Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust/ Medway Council
Deputy Mayor of Medway and Councillor Gillingham North - Committees, Health and Social Care Scrutiny, Planning and BAME lead.
Social Media & Branding Expert: Creator of #1 trending LinkedIn videos; specialist in video content, dynamic content strategy, and personal/corporate branding.
Collaboration Maestro: Known as the 'catalyst for collaboration'; expertise in uniting stakeholders using Maslow's Hierarchy, Solution & Miller Heiman methodologies for high adoption and satisfaction rates.
Author & Thought Leader: Contributor to podcasts and interviews (including BBC), keynote speaker; advocate for mental health and IT & Digital Development in nursing.
Innovative Mindset & Lifelong Learner: Committed to staying abreast of digital transformation trends, continuously refining skills for value-driven partnerships.
Visionary for NHS Transformation: Proponent of advanced technology to overhaul clinical care; championing improved patient care and staff empowerment through modern systems.
Olu Odeniyi
Non Executive Director
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Runs New Prospect Business Solutions which is focused on Cyber security and Digital Transformation.
Gives cyber security / resilience training for data protection staff, heads of governance and industry leaders (for example with Act Now Training, Oxford University and University of West London).
Public speaker on cyber security, resilience and AI.
Conducted research on using AI for IoT devices with University of West London.
As chamber of commerce president and chair, he created and successfully implemented a turn-around programme. His achievements led to his views being sought at No. 10 Downing Street.
He founded and was executive chair of the inaugural Maidenhead and Windsor Business Awards as supported by the Prime Minister with SME and corporate entries from Adobe, Three, Maersk, Waitrose, etc
In the voluntary sector, he co-founded the Windsor and Maidenhead Fairtrade Group (who successfully lobbied local government to support Fairtrade), has taken on several trustee positions, including being a trustee and director of the charity “GivingWorks”, where he was Chairman for 5 years.
Non executive for several organisations. Co-founder for CxB - Cyber Governance for Boards.
Also a mentor in the “Help to Grow” scheme and at the University of West London Enterprise Hub.
Sits as a Magistrate in the adult criminal court.
His other interests span theatre, film, keeping fit and using technology to create sustainable business propositions in developing nations.
Currently advises on #CyberSecurity #AI #DigitalTransformation #DigitalMarketing #UnifiedCommunications and works as an interim #CTO #CISO #CRO #CIO #BusinessStrategist
Specialities: Leadership, Strategy, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation, IT, Telecoms, Bespoke IVR solutions, VoIP expert, Business strategy, Innovation, Business Continuity, Virtual Call Centres, AI, Change Management, Virtualisation, Microsoft 365, VMware
Angus Wallace
Chair, Board of Directors
UK Digital Health and Care
On 18th September 2019, at the 14th International Congress of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (ICSES) in Buenos Aires, in recognition of my life-time contribution to Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, I was awarded one of only 8 medals world-wide for my work as a "Pioneer of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery" by the International Board of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (IBSES). I also received a separate shoulder award in recognition of previously Chairing the 11th ICSES in Edinburgh in 2010; presenting the 13th Codman Lecture at the 2016 ICSES in South Korea and with "Thanks for building bridges and making them work in the field of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery!"
Helen Cullington
Clinical Scientist (Audiology)
University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service
Professor Cullington is a Professorial Fellow and Principal Clinical Scientist at the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service in the United Kingdom; we implant adults and children of all ages. She is captivated by cochlear implants and the use of technology to improve people’s lives. She has worked for 26 years in six cochlear implant centres around the world, and completed her PhD at University of California, Irvine.
Professor Cullington is committed to developing tools to empower people with cochlear implants to manage their own care at home, and currently has a £0.5 million grant from The Health Foundation to scale up my successful telemedicine tools across the UK.
She is Chair of the British Cochlear Implant Group and is committed to using technology and social media to improve health care and communication.