Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way businesses anticipate, assess, and mitigate risks — but how can organisations integrate AI into their risk management strategies effectively? Join us at our Alumni Summer School for this cutting-edge workshop and learn how to harness AI for business resilience.
In this workshop, led by John Benfield (MBA 2022-25) and Will Scobie (MBA 2016-18) from Horizonscan Ltd, you’ll explore how to adopt AI using structured frameworks to enhance your organisation’s risk management and build resilience.
Date: Thursday 3 July
⏰ Time: 10am to 12noon (arrive 9.30am for registration)
Where: MBA Suite in Sibson and online
Pricing: This is a free event – registration is now open
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What you’ll learn
With increasing uncertainty in global markets, businesses need robust risk management strategies. AI has the potential to revolutionise predictive analysis, threat detection, and strategic decision-making. In this session, we will explore:
How AI is reshaping risk management – Learn how machine learning and automation are improving risk assessment and response.
Frameworks for integrating AI – Discover structured approaches to incorporating AI within business risk strategies.
AI in crisis management – How AI can be used to predict, prevent, and navigate crises.
Best practices for AI adoption – Real-world case studies and lessons learned from AI-driven risk management.
This is a practical and forward-thinking session designed to give business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals a roadmap for using AI to enhance resilience.
About the speakers
This workshop will be led by two experienced professionals from Horizonscan Ltd, a leading consultancy specialising in business continuity, resilience, and crisis management.
Will Scobie (right) is the Managing Director of Horizonscan and an expert in business resilience and risk management. Holding an MBA from Kent Business School (2018) and a double master’s in European Governance (MA), Will is also a certified member of the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) and a Chartered Manager (CMgr) accredited by the Chartered Management Institute. At Horizonscan, he is responsible for strategy, finance, and business development, helping organisations navigate uncertainty and strengthen resilience.
John Benfield (left) is the Business Development Manager at Horizonscan, bringing a background in business and client management across retail banking and education. He is also a Chartered Manager, professionally certified by the Disaster Recovery Institute (CBCV) and has just completed his MBA at Kent Business School. His expertise lies in supporting businesses to implement effective risk management frameworks and prepare for unexpected disruptions.
Why attend the KBS Alumni Summer School?
This workshop is part of the KBS Alumni Summer School, an award-winning initiative offering alumni the chance to return, up-skill, and reconnect. If you’re based nearby, why not make a day of it? This is one of three interactive workshops happening on Thursday 3 July, and we invite you to attend multiple sessions, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and stay for networking drinks at the end of the day. If you’re further afield, don’t worry—all workshops are fully hybrid, so you can join from wherever you are.
Who should attend?
This workshop is perfect for KBS alumni (UG, PG, MBA), business leaders, risk professionals, strategists, and anyone interested in AI’s role in modern business resilience. Current students, staff, and local business professionals are also welcome to join us too.
Register now and secure your spot at this transformative workshop!
Una excelente oportunidad para explorar cómo la IA puede fortalecer la resiliencia empresarial. Ideal para quienes buscan aplicar tecnología de forma estratégica en la gestión de riesgos.