Tech Cornwall Connected

Tech Cornwall is your go-to non-profit community organisation for tech and software enthusiasts and businesses thriving in Cornwall's vibrant digital landscape.

Tech Cornwall

Connect with members,  hear insightful and relevant talks, and immerse yourself in the Cornish tech community at  Tech Cornwall Connected.

Atlantic Hotel

Connect with the the local tech community, hear the latest in Cornish tech news, and cultivate your network at Tech Cornwall Connected.What to expect:Engaging speakers: There will be talks from local professionals on relvant, real time topics that are affecting today's landscape. You'll also hear what other Tech Cornwall members are up to. Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow Cornish techies, share ideas, and forge valuable connections. Tech Cornwall News: Tech Cornwall's Festival of Tech will be back for the 2nd year in February 2025! Be the first to hear what we have planned and make the most of special offers for Tech Connected attendees.Light refreshments are included in your ticket. Tickets are free for Tech Cornwall members and employees of member companiesMake sure to <a href="https://softwarecornwall.org/#intouch-member" title="https://softwarecornwall.org/#intouch-member" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">sign up for our newsletter</a> and follow us on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TechCornwall" title="https://www.facebook.com/TechCornwall" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/software-cornwall/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/company/software-cornwall/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a> for updates. <h3>Speakers</h3>Bhavna RaithathaWhy self care is essential to succeed in business: nothing works unless You do.Inspiring motivational talk on Mental Health, Well-being and Self Care for tech entrepreneurs and business owners in the tech industry. This is based on lived experience, clinical observations and importantly underpinned by psychological research to provide a rich and comprehensive understanding of how humans are impacted by stress, anxiety and overwhelm which negatively affects confidence, motivation and mental health.About BhavnaBhavna Raithatha BSc, MSc, MBACP(Accred) is a seasoned Coach, Psychotherapist, Keynote Speaker, Author and Critical Incident Debriefer who has worked with 20k+ clients supporting and championing them to overcome barriers in their personal and professional lives and achieve their goals and dreams. Bhavna has worked with multi-billion £ industries nationally and globally and is a sought-after speaker. She is the author of Driven:The Audacity to Thrive in Entrepreneurship - Navigating and Redefining Well-being in Your Business and Life. Chris Thomson - Marwick MarketingGemini AI + GoogleGemini AI is poised to have a significant impact on the search results page, transforming it from a simple list of links into a more interactive and informative experience. The adoption of Gemini AI into search will impact every single business that generates revenue online.We will look at what Gemini AI is, where Gemini AI gathers its data, how we can leverage Gemini AI for revenue growth, discover any pitfalls created by outdated SEO techniques, showcase findings from the Marwick team and lots more.About ChrisChristian is a British-born entrepreneur and founder of Marwick. For over 19 years, Christian has successfully helped businesses excel in digital marketing. Founded in 2012, Marwick has grown from a start-up to the 11th Fastest Growing Company in Canada in 2020 and expanded into the UK in 2019 <h3>Lightning talks from Tech Cornwall Members</h3>Buzz InteractiveAvantiAgile Communications AgencyTech Cornwall Youth Programme

<h3>Tickets</h3>Tickets are FREE to Tech Cornwall paid members and employees of member companies. Can't remember whether you're a member or not? Email us at info@techcornwall.co.ukNon-members: £25 + Eventbrite fees. <a href="https://techcornwall.co.uk/membership-benefits/" title="https://techcornwall.co.uk/membership-benefits/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Find out more about Tech Cornwall membership.</a>

<h3>Sponsorship</h3>Tech Cornwall is a not-for-profit organisation. Membership, sponsorship and ticket sales help us to fund our events (including this one). Sponsors help us to make our events accessible to a larger audience, enable us to support local education initiatives and fund add on features.If you want to raise awareness of your brand and are interested in sponsorship, get in touch <a href="https://techcornwall.co.uk/sponsor-cornwalls-tech-community/" title="https://techcornwall.co.uk/sponsor-cornwalls-tech-community/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">using this form</a> on our website.

<h3>Membership</h3>Tickets for this event are FREE for Tech Cornwall members and employees of member companies!Membership fees go towards paying for events like this, our award-winning education programme and the many other benefits you and your business can receive when becoming part of Tech Cornwall.For more details about becoming a member <a href="https://techcornwall.co.uk/become-a-member/" title="https://techcornwall.co.uk/become-a-member/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">click here</a>. If you’re a paid member already make sure to book your tickets using your company email address.

<h3>How to get there</h3>To find The Atlantic Hotel Newquay - follow the instructions here https://atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk/about/location/

Agenda

Arrival and Networking

Welcome

Inspiring motivational talk on Mental Health, Well-being and Self Care for entrepreneurs and business owners in tech. This is based on lived experience, clinical observations and importantly underpinned by psychological research to provide a rich and comprehensive understanding of how humans are impacted by stress, anxiety and overwhelm which negatively affects confidence, motivation and mental health.
Participants will take away clear, actionable strategies to identify stress and tools to address it and prevent significant impact of exhaustion and burnout.

Why self care is essential to succeed in business: nothing works unless You do

Buzz Interactive (Alcwyn Parker & Nick Jackson): An inside look at how they’ve used Orchard Core CMS to create efficient, streamlined web solutions and why simplifying flexibility can benefit clients.

The Agile Communications Agency (Rachel Foster): Practical tips and productivity hacks to combat burnout, from the new Agility for Productivity course—boosting impact without the stress.

Avanti Communications (Mark Loveday): Insights into the Space CODEV Platform, a collaborative tool for the European space community that aids in satellite monitoring, control, and data management.

Tech Cornwall (Robert Wiltshire): Updates on the Youth Programme and future initiatives from Tech Cornwall, focused on growing and strengthening Cornwall’s tech community.

Each talk is a chance to hear firsthand how these organisations are innovating and supporting Cornwall's tech landscape!

Lightning Talks - Updates from the Cornish tech community

Networking Break

Gemini AI is poised to have a significant impact on the search results page, transforming it from a simple list of links into a more interactive and informative experience. The adoption of Gemini AI into search will impact every single business that generates revenue online.

We will look at what Gemini AI is, where Gemini AI gathers its data, how we can leverage Gemini AI for revenue growth, discover any pitfalls created by outdated SEO techniques, showcase findings from the Marwick team and lots more.


Google Gemini + AI

Cornwall's Festival of Tech

Networking

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