Beyond the Hype: Building AI-Ready boards

  • 25/02/2026
  • London

Artificial intelligence is no longer a “future technology”, it’s a governance imperative. Yet many board directors face a critical gap: they’re excited about AI, but unsure how to lead with it.

Join Andrew Grill, global AI thought leader, best-selling author and former IBM Global Managing Partner, in partnership with ISP Leadership Advisors and Addleshaw Goddard Lawyers for an intimate breakfast roundtable designed exclusively for board chairs, non-executive directors, and company leaders.

Drawing from his work with hundreds of organisations like Vodafone, Shell, and Dell, Andrew will share what boards actually need to know about AI governance, AI tools, and digital readiness with practical, board-ready examples.

In this session, you’ll discover:

•     The four critical process changes every board should be reimagining in the age of AI
•     Real questions to ask your executive team about AI strategy, and how to spot gaps
•     Why “AI expertise” on the board isn’t the answer; “AI readiness” is
•     Practical tools to empower your leadership to become AI-ready

Perfect for chairs and NEDs at small-cap to mid-market companies seeking a competitive edge in board governance.

Guests will also receive a signed copy of Andrew’s international bestseller “Digitally Curious” that will become your go-to guide to help you navigate a new AI-powered world.

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Andrew Grill Global AI Keynote Speaker, Leading Futurist, International Bestselling Author, Brand Ambassador
Andrew Grill is a Global AI Keynote Speaker, International Bestselling Author, Top 10 Futurist, and Former IBM Managing Partner with over 30 years’ experience helping organisations navigate the future of technology. He holds both a Master of Engineering and an MBA, combining technical expertise with business strategy.