Speakers
Stan Neal
Session
In this session we’ll take a grounded look at the current state of AI—exploring where it delivers value, where it presents risks, and the practical steps organisations can take now to ensure they don’t mess up or miss out as the technology evolves.
Success with AI isn’t just about technology. It relies on three key foundations:
Crucially, it’s not just an IT issue—it’s a strategic topic that needs leadership focus. Whether you’re cautiously curious or already experimenting with AI, this session will help you ask the right questions, get the right people involved, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions about where AI can add real value or present real risks.
Stan Neal has wide-ranging experience of the higher education sector in both academic and strategic roles at different institutions. Most recently, Stan worked in the Strategic Planning and Insight Team at Durham University and now uses his experience within the higher education sector to help institutions use technology to realise goals, efficiencies and innovations. With a background in data analysis, strategic planning and insight, he has worked alongside senior teams to understand challenges, and drive change.
