// When culture and tech collide

The largest innovation &
c
ulture Festival in Europe.
Period.

Join 10,000+ builders, creators, and change agents shaping
tech's diverse tomorrow.

7000+
ATTENDIES
100+
Elite Speakers
6
Immersive Tracks
3
Stages
1
Legendary Afterparty
+ THE COHORT

Past Speakers

Sharmadean Reid
Founder & CEO, Beautystack
Tom Adeyoola
Executive Chair at Innovate UK
Lisa Smith
Partner, Deloitte Digital
Tiffany Stevenson
Chief Engagement Officer, WeightWatchers
Steven Bartlett
Entrepreneur, Investor, BBC Dragon
Check Warner
Founding Partner, Ada Ventures
Ashleigh Ainsley
Co-Founder Colorintech & BTF
Jonathan Mildenhall
Chief Marketing Officer, Rocket Companies
Arlan Hamilton
Investor & Managing partner of Backstage Capital
Trevor Johnson
Head of Marketing - Europe, TikTok
Niklas Zennström
CEO & Founding Partner, Atomico
Karen Blackett
Former UK President, WPP
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CHOOSE YOUR FESTIVAL PASS

All passes give you access to high-velocity networking, talent matchmaking pipelines, and critical insights.
Secure early-bird ticket pricing below.
// GENERAL ADMISSION
Day Pass
£50 + VAT
Day access to the main tracks, exhibition hall, and peer matching forums.
Access to all tracks of content
Entry to the Innovation & Culture Expo Hall
Peer-to-peer matchmaking in the BTF app
// VIP EXPERIENCE
VIP Premium Pass
£275 + VAT
Unrestricted expedited access, speaker networks, work areas, and VIP perks.
All standard and afterparty entries included
Dedicated fast-track registration lanes with zero queues
Exclusive access to the VIP Lounge & speaker catering
Complimentary tea & coffee
Priority front-row reserved seating across all stages
Access to quiet workspaces with high-speed Wi-Fi
Limited-edition BTF 2026 designer tote bag (+ gifts)
Direct post-event lounge invitation with speakers
Group Bookings & Corporate Discount Rates
Get 10% off for groups of 10+ attendees
+ PROGRAMMING

6 Curated Tracks

Curated tracks exploring technical brilliance, corporate structural
leadership, inclusive infrastructure systems, entrepreneurship, and the culture
that binds us together.
TRACK 01
+  vision
Big Ideas & Moonshots
Inspirational keynotes and visionary insights from industry leaders, legendary founders, and cultural icons.
EXPLORE SPEAKER LINEUP
TRACK 02
+ frontier
AI & Emerging Tech
Unpack the next frontier of artificial intelligence and the breakthrough technologies shaping tomorrow.
EXPLORE SPEAKER LINEUP
TRACK 03
+ collide
Culture & Creativity
Where tech meets culture—exploring the evolution of digital content, media, and the creator economy
EXPLORE SPEAKER LINEUP
TRACK 04
+ outlook
Future of Things
Discover how rapid innovation is fundamentally reshaping the workplace, daily life, and human connection.
EXPLORE SPEAKER LINEUP
TRACK 05
+ capital
Entrepreneurship & Venture
Actionable playbooks for founders and investors looking to build, fund, and scale the next big thing.
EXPLORE SPEAKER LINEUP
TRACK 06
+ pathways
Learning & Networking
Roll up your sleeves in hands-on practical workshops and build high-value connections with industry peers.
EXPLORE SPEAKER LINEUP
Interested in speaking? Apply to join our call for papers or panel nominations.
Apply to Speak
+ PROGRAMMING

AGENDA

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Featured festival sessions

Handpicked keynotes, panels and workshops from across the festival programme. Explore the full timetable for every stage and session.

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AI & Tech
Ayana Douglas
Sim Chiwanza
Daniel Alumona
Beatrice Bergami

The Engineer's Compass: Navigating from Problem to Impact

October 9, 2025
October 9, 2025

Description:
Engineers often find themselves grappling with ill-defined problems, shifting goals, or a lack of stakeholder buy-in, leading to brilliant solutions that never see the light of day. The talk is designed to equip technical professionals with a strategic framework to cut through ambiguity and drive impactful innovation. Learn to articulate the "why" behind your work and secure the support needed to transform ideas into tangible success.

Key Takeaways:

  • Problem Definition: Identify and articulate the right problems to solve challenges with genuine impact and clear value.
  • Strategic Solutioning: Understand how to connect technical solutions directly to business objectives and effectively pitch your ideas to gain crucial buy-in.
  • Influential Communication: Enhance your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, securing the necessary support and resources for your projects

16:05
15:35
Main Stage
Yassmin Abdel-Magied
Abadesi Osunsade
Hanna Naima McCloskey
Ebele Okobi

DEI - The real truth about the pull backs

October 9, 2025
October 9, 2025

Navigating the complex landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is more challenging than ever, with many organisations experiencing a significant pull back from their commitments. This session will provide a raw and honest look at the factors behind this regression.

15:25
14:55
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October 9, 2025
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Culture & creativity
Finding your way: Conversations on Career journeys
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October 9, 2025
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Culture & creativity
Tell Your Story: CV and interview skills for every journey
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October 9, 2025
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Culture & creativity
Unlock Your Inner Photographer: Stunning Photos Every Time with iPhone 17 Suite 3
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October 9, 2025
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Culture & creativity
Unlock Your Inner Photographer: Stunning Photos Every Time with iPhone 17 Suite 2
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October 9, 2025
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Culture & creativity
Unlock Your Inner Photographer: Stunning Photos Every Time with iPhone 17 Suite 1
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October 9, 2025
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Culture & creativity
Bloomberg Beyond the Code: Culture, Collaboration, and the Future of Innovation
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October 9, 2025
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Culture & creativity
Getting into Games | BTF 25 Career Advice and Q&A Session
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09:30 - 10:30
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Product & Marketing
Beyond Dashboards: Turning Data Into Decisions That Drive Change
Product & Marketing
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09:30 - 10:30
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Product & Marketing
Marketing Mixer
Product & Marketing
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09:30 - 10:30
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Product & Marketing
The Power of Storytelling in the AI-Era
Product & Marketing
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09:30 - 10:30
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Product & Marketing
Vibe Coding: A Revolution or a Riff on an Old Tune?
Product & Marketing
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09:30 - 10:30
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Great Gallery (Stage 1)
Product & Marketing
Connecting Brands & Fans: Programmatic Advertising with Spotify and The Trade Desk
Product & Marketing
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October 9, 2025
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Artificial Intelligence
Engineering Ethics and Societal Responsibility
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October 9, 2025
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Artificial Intelligence
Fire talk: AI & Bias
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October 9, 2025
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Artificial Intelligence
Building the ideal AI tech Stack
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October 9, 2025
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Artificial Intelligence
Building the Future: Innovation Through the Power of AI & Society
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October 9, 2025
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Artificial Intelligence
AI-Native Architecture: Designing Systems for a Post-GPT World
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October 9, 2025
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Culture & Entertainment
Special Guest from Apple Music
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October 9, 2025
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Culture & Entertainment
Creating a movement with an iPhone
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October 9, 2025
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Culture & Entertainment
In conversation with Munya Chawawa: Philanthropy, Creativity & The Future
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October 9, 2025
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Creator Economy
Creator Workshop
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October 9, 2025
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Creator Economy
Building Generational Wealth: The Borderless & Belong Approach
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October 9, 2025
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Creator Economy
Building Global Brands for the Culture
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October 9, 2025
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Creator Economy
Is it time we scrapped "Black" Funds
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October 9, 2025
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Innovation
Driving Innovation and Growth in Teams
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October 9, 2025
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Innovation
How we are defining the tech that is moving the bank forward
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October 9, 2025
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Innovation
How to make gaming truly for everyone
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October 9, 2025
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Leadership
Building Products for Scale
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October 9, 2025
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Leadership
Navigating the Tech Leadership Ladder
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October 9, 2025
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Leadership
The Silent Code No More: Black Women Reclaiming Tech
// RECAPS & PAST MOMENTS

The Legacy of BTF

Take a walk through the memory of previous BTF events.
Driving Change Unlocking AI for Business Growth
Tomorrow's Tech Stack Today | BTF 2024
In conversation with Craig David | BTF 2023
In conversation with Candice Brathwaite | BTF 2023
BTF 2023 - Ignite Recap
Checking the Receipts with Spotify | BTF 2024
Tomorrow's Tech Stack Today | BTF 2024
In conversation with Craig David | BTF 2023
In conversation with Candice Brathwaite | BTF 2023
BTF 2023 - Ignite Recap
Checking the Receipts with Spotify | BTF 2024
BTF 2022 | C:code Highlights
Black Tech Fest 2020
Karen Blackett - UK Country Manager, WPP and UK CEO, GroupM explains why she joins Black Tech Fest
Black Tech Fest intro
Ashleigh Ainsley introduces Black Tech Fest
BCG Platinion Enterprise Award video
Black Tech Fest - Day 3; Google Keynote, Morgan Ramsey
Just Eat - STEM Ambassadors
Black Tech Fest - Day 1 - Kickstart your career in tech
Black Tech Fest - Day 2, Future of Work & Skills in the COVID Era
Black Tech Fest - Day 2, Fashion, Tech and the power of saying ‘Yes'
Black Tech Fest - Day 1, Tik Tok Careers Session
Black Tech Fest - Day 1, The Next Generation of Tech Leaders
Black Tech Fest - Day 3 Fireside with Alex Aime; Cultural Inclusion When Investing In Emerging mark
Black Tech Fest - Day 3 CDO Panel; Navigating Culture in a Crisis
Black Tech Fest - Day 2 A Conversation with Ortis Deley on Tech, Gadgets, and Culture
// JOIN THE LEGACY
Over 4 years of breaking barriers, building systems & shaping careers.
From our digital roots during 2020  to our physical space at Tobacco Dock, BTF remains the
premier platform for excellence in technology.
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