Tech Leadership Collective – South West

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Connect with fellow South West tech leaders on Wednesday 25th June from 16:00 at the Tech Leaders Collective – South West, organised by iO Associates.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday 25th June
• Time: Arrival from 4pm. Talks from 4:30pm
• Location: iO Associates, St. Bartholomew’s House, Lewins Mead, BS1 2NH
• Who: This iO Meetup will suit tech leaders including: CTOs, CIOs, CEOs, Founders, Directors, Heads of and Managers
• Register: Complete our registration form to secure your spot.

An opportunity to network with fellow tech leaders in the South West area before a thought-provoking talk from WPA Health Insurance’s Mike Downing.

The event will be held under Chatham House Rule, creating a trusted environment that encourages open discussion.

The Talk

Innovation at WPA Health Insurance – Build vs Buy and AI (Mike Downing, CIO at WPA Health Insurance)

In Part 1, Mike will explore WPA’s strategic approach to software development, including the rationale behind their Build vs Buy decisions, the evolution of their tech stack, and the major innovations that have powered the company’s growth. He’ll offer a candid look at the successes and challenges encountered along the way.

Part 2 will focus on the future, as Mike delves into WPA’s recent work with AI, from AI Agents and Copilots to practical use cases for Agentic AI and the emergence of vertical AI agents.