Cyber, AI & Technology
UK SMEs that adopt AI are seeing productivity gains of 27% to 133% compared to non-adopters.
University of St Andrews Business School, April 2025
C2S Cyber, AI & Tech Focus
As organisations embrace AI and automation, the opportunity is significant and so is the responsibility. Getting real value from new technology, while keeping systems and data secure, has never mattered more.
With the pace of change relentless, and millions of cyber incidents reported each year, neither adoption nor security is optional. Both are essential.
That’s why we run quarterly Cyber, AI & Tech Focus events at C2S, to help you stay ahead of the game!
Why Cyber, AI & Technology Matters:
Technology has moved from a support function to a growth strategy. The question is no longer whether to invest in AI, automation and secure infrastructure, but where to begin and how to make it count.
That is a hard question to answer well. Most guidance is driven by product rather than need, and the businesses working it out first are already pulling ahead.
The technology itself is rarely the obstacle. Deciding where to apply it, and bringing your people with you, is where the value sits and where most organisations find the challenge.
Our events create space for honest discussion about what is working, what is not, and what is genuinely worth your investment.
“In the UK, around 2.39 million cybercrime incidents affected businesses last year, with charities also hit hard.
The average cost of a data breach has climbed to £4.56 million, highlighting the urgent need for organisations to train employees in handling sensitive data, following protection protocols, and understanding the consequences of non-compliance.”
Our Commitment:
At C2S, we work with leading UK experts, including Emerge Digital and South West Digital Lead Professor Richard Benham, alongside top organisations, to bring you the latest insights and guidance on keeping your business resilient in the digital age.
We are committed to championing excellence and best practice in the fight against cybercrime. Our quarterly Cyber, AI & Technology Focus events delve into AI, technology, and cybersecurity challenges. These sessions offer a dynamic platform for discussion, debate, and practical insights, equipping you with the knowledge and connections to drive positive change and protect your organisation.
Join us to stay ahead, secure your business, and turn awareness into action.
Stay Ahead of the Curve
Join us to stay informed and proactive in addressing cyber threats and leveraging the latest technology. Together, we can build a secure and resilient digital future for your business.
Topics covered
- AI adoption
- AI tools
- Agents and automation
- Joining up your systems
- Phishing and employee awareness
- Cyber insurance
- Getting value from technology you already own
- Change management and adoption
- Data readiness
- Productivity
- Cyber Essentials
- Latest threats and cyber attacks
- Supply chain
- Cyber resilience and recovery
Stay intouch with the NCSC. www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/keep-up-to-date
Cybersecurity must be a top priority for every business to protect time, revenue, and reputation.
With 95% of breaches linked to human error, staying informed about the latest hacks, threats, and vulnerabilities has never been more critical.
Upcoming events
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C2S Copilot Workshop with Emerge Digital 2025
Our Cyber AI, & Technology Official Partner
Emerge Digital
Emerge Digital is a Cheltenham-based technology company providing IT support, cyber security, cloud and AI enablement to ambitious SMEs across the South West and South Wales. We’re a Certified B Corp, using technology to improve people’s working lives.Emerge has run technology and AI sessions with C2S members before, including Microsoft Copilot workshops, and became an Official Partner in September 2026.
Nigel Church
Chief Executive Officer
Nigel leads Emerge and sets the direction of the business. Named by SoGlos as one of Gloucestershire’s most influential entrepreneurs. A serious rugby man and a Gloucester season ticket holder.
Tom Henson
Chief Operating Officer
Tom oversees operations, keeping every part of the business running as it should. Support, delivery and the day to day of a company that’s grown quickly. In a previous life he was a DJ, with sets in Ibiza behind him.
Mel Cheeseman
Chief Experience Officer
Mel leads OnyxAI and oversees client experience. She’s a qualified professional coach, which shows in how she approaches AI adoption: the people part, not the software. No relation to the Spice Girl, though she gets asked. Always up for a conversation with leaders and HR teams about AI adoption.
Mark Atkinson
Chief Revenue Officer
Mark is the one you’re most likely to meet at a C2S event, and the easiest to spot, being the tallest person in most rooms. A former Premiership player with Gloucester Rugby. These days he does a fair amount of his networking on a golf course.
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If you are interested in attending an event or finding out how we can help you, please get in touch.