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practical insights for trusted ai adoption

To help organisations unlock the value of AI while managing risk

This page brings together our thought leadership articles and speaking engagements and other insights, which provide organisations with practical perspectives on AI strategy, trusted AI adoption, governance, and data privacy.

AI Strategy & Adoption Keynote Speaker

Simi Belo is an engaging speaker who helps leaders understand the opportunities and challenges of AI through a practical business lens. Drawing on expertise across:

AI governance
data protection and privacy
business strategy
organisational change
workforce transformation

Simi brings clarity to complex AI topics and helps leaders move from uncertainty to confident action. She can also deliver expert insights for your:

Panel Discussions
Executive Briefings
Media Commentary
Workshops & Masterclasses

Articles & Insights

Visit Simi Belo's LinkedIn profile for her articles sharing practical insights to help organisations unlock the value of AI while managing risk.

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Past SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

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Lewisham Local training webinar: Processing personal data: what your organisation needs to know and do

Lewisham Local | Online | 17 June 2025

Simi Belo delivered a practical webinar on responsible data handling, helping organisations understand their obligations under data protection legislation, including GDPR. The session explored the relationship between data privacy, AI adoption and good governance, providing delegates with practical steps for embedding compliant data practices.

Event promoting Black tech leaders on June 12 at 6 PM by BDPN and BCS.

Preparing the Next Generation of Black Tech Leaders

Black Data Professionals Network & British Computer Society | London | 13 June 2025

Speaking at this leadership event, Simi Belo shared practical advice on building a successful career in data and AI, highlighting the growing importance of responsible AI, data governance and ethical leadership in today's workplace.

AI for Good: Navigating AI compliance in education with Qlic IT.

AI for Good: Navigating AI compliance and governance in the education sector

In partnership with Qlic IT | Online | 12 March 2025

This webinar explored how educational organisations can harness AI responsibly while managing governance, privacy and regulatory considerations. Simi Belo provided practical guidance on adopting AI with confidence while protecting learners, staff and institutional trust.

AI for Good: Navigating AI compliance and governance in the rail transportation sector

Rail Innovation Group | Online | 11 March 2025

Simi Belo led the Rail Innovation Group discussion how AI can drive innovation across the rail sector while maintaining effective governance, managing risk and building trust through responsible adoption.

Digital In Fundraising Conference

Lewisham Local Digital Fundraising Conference | London | 20 November 2024

Simi Belo spoke on the practical use of AI to improve productivity and fundraising, helping charities understand how to embrace AI responsibly while protecting data and maintaining stakeholder trust.

How To Elevate Your Data, Digital, & Tech Career

Black Data Professionals Network & BYP | London | 30 October 2024

Sharing insights from her own career journey, Simi Belo discussed opportunities in data privacy, AI governance and trusted AI adoption, offering practical advice to professionals looking to build future-ready careers.

The EU AI Act

DataCamp | London | 3 October 2024

As a panel speaker, Simi Belo explored the business implications of the EU AI Act, discussing how organisations can prepare for emerging regulation while continuing to innovate responsibly and realise value from AI.