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📢 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹!

We’re proud to share that our Cyber Security Manager has achieved Associate Cyber Security Professional (ACSP) status with the UK Cyber Security Council

This recognition reflects Russell’s expertise, commitment to industry standards, and dedication to staying ahead of evolving cyber threats. It also reinforces our ongoing mission to deliver trusted, high-quality cyber security solutions to our clients.

Well done, Russ! 👏👏

Learn more: https://www.select-technology.co.uk/blog/russell-gower-leech-achieves-associate-cyber-security-professional-status/

👋 𝗦𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗜 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺… 𝑳𝑬𝑮𝑶 𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏!

We’ve brought our team to life in brick form – and the best part? You could take one home.
All you need to do is join us at the Kent AI Conference and win at our game on the day 🎯

A bit of fun, a bit of competition, and a lot of AI inspiration.

🎟️ Book your tickets now: https://kentaiconference.com/

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel

🚀 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗜 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

We’re delighted to welcome James Wilson, Head of Change and AI Strategy at Illuminate Learning (a Microsoft Partner), to the Kent AI Conference this June.

James will be sharing practical insights on how to build your own AI agents using Microsoft Copilot – a must-attend session for anyone looking to harness AI within their organisation.

With a strong focus on helping businesses grow through the adoption and optimisation of Microsoft technologies, James will also be joining us on our stand to demonstrate how to create powerful AI agents in Copilot.

Don’t miss the chance to learn directly from an expert in AI transformation.
Learn more about James and secure your ticket: https://www.select-technology.co.uk/blog/kent-ai-conference-spotlight-on-james-wilson/

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel

Kent AI Conference: Spotlight on James Wilson - Select Technology James Wilson, Head of Change and AI Strategy at Illuminate Learning will be sharing how to Build your own AI agents in Microsoft Copilot, as well as demonstrating the process live at our stand.

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀-𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗜?

We’re excited to be headline sponsors of the Kent AI Conference, and because we are AI mad we are running a hands-on Copilot Lunch and Learn the very next day!

Even better – this session is led by Microsoft experts, bringing you insights straight from the source.

"𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗜 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻?" 𝗜 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗮𝘆...

👋 Say hello to Copilot and learn its secrets
🎨 The art of the prompt
🎓 The GSCE method in action - not that GCSE!
🏫 Live demonstration of Copilot in Microsoft 365
🔐 How to use AI responsibly and securely

Join the AI madness and book your place today!
📅 25 June 2026
⌚ 9:30 - 1:00
📍Select Technology, Paddock Wood

Book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1987834774321?aff=oddtdtcreator

Think faster, write better, analyse smarter and save time with Copilot We're partnering with Microsoft and technology training experts, Illuminate Learning to show you how Copilot can support your everyday work.

The EU AI Act is set to reshape how organisations develop, deploy, and govern AI - and UK businesses are not exempt.

From risk classifications to compliance requirements, understanding what this means now is critical to staying ahead and avoiding future disruption.

Read our latest insights on what UK organisations need to know:
https://www.select-technology.co.uk/blog/the-eu-ai-act-what-uk-businesses-need-to-know/

The EU AI Act: What UK businesses need to know - Select Technology A plain-English guide to the EU AI Act for UK businesses. Learn who it applies to, key dates, AI risk categories, and what practical steps SMEs should take.

Brilliant to see Microsoft’s Ashley Jeggo and tech broadcaster Georgie Barrat confirmed as keynote speakers for the upcoming Kent AI Conference. A fantastic line-up that really highlights how fast AI innovation is accelerating right here in Kent.

Looking forward to the insights and inspiration this event will bring.

https://www.kentonline.co.uk/news/native/keynote-speakers-confirmed-for-kent-ai-conference-340499/

Keynote speakers confirmed for Kent AI Conference Microsoft’s Ashley Jeggo and Technology Broadcaster Georgie Barrat to speak at major business event in Maidstone.

🚀 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗝𝗲𝗴𝗴𝗼 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗜 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

We’re excited to welcome Ashley Jeggo, AI Workforce SMB Sales Lead at Microsoft UK & Ireland, as the opening keynote speaker for the Kent AI Conference 2026.

Ashley brings a practical, real-world perspective on AI - helping businesses cut through the noise and understand how AI can genuinely support productivity, decision-making, and growth. Expect clear insights, relatable examples, and actionable takeaways you can apply straight away.

His keynote, “𝑼𝒏𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝑰: 𝑶𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒆 & 𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒗𝒆”, is perfect whether you’re just starting your AI journey or looking to go further.

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel

Join us for a day of ideas, innovation, and meaningful conversations around AI.
Read more & book your place:
https://www.select-technology.co.uk/blog/kent-ai-conference-spotlight-on-ashley-jeggo/

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑩𝒂𝒌𝒆-𝑶𝒇𝒇 🍰

To celebrate World Baking Day this week, the team truly rose to the occasion with an incredible spread of delicious treats – amazing effort all round! 👏

You’re all Star Bakers in our book 🤩

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬?

With mandatory MFA, stricter patching timelines, and clearer cloud security requirements now in force, businesses need to ensure they’re fully compliant – or risk failing their certification.

Here’s what you need to know (and what to do next): https://www.select-technology.co.uk/blog/cyber-essentials-is-changing/

Cyber Essentials is changing - Select Technology Cyber Essentials is changing and the impact for UK organisations will be significant from April 2026.