AI and HR The New Reality Roundtable Event with HR People Support in Cheltenham

Two insightful roundtable events in Cheltenham are giving business leaders the opportunity to avoid the pitfalls of ‘shadow AI’ (the use of AI tools by their teams without their approval or knowledge) and learn how to better manage AI within their business.

Led by Cheltenham-based HR consultancy HR People Support, this roundtable event is aimed at business owners, managers and HR leaders and will cover everything from leadership responsibilities to how other companies are using AI and how it will impact employees and their roles.

What is Cheltenham’s HR People Support AI Roundtable event?

HR People Support will host two roundtable events focused on AI. “AI in the Workplace: What Every Employer Should Know” and “The Talent Side of AI: How to Future-proof Roles, Skills, and Culture.”

Part of the “AI and HR: The New Reality” series, the practical sessions will include learning and discussion on a variety of topics related to the use of AI in the workplace, providing business leaders with the knowledge they need to develop AI policies that are safe, responsible, and future-proof.

What will be covered at HR People Support’s AI roundtable event in Cheltenham?

‘AI at Work: What Every Employer Needs to Know’ explores the growing trend of ‘shadow AI’ as new Microsoft research reveals 71% of UK employees use unapproved consumer AI tools at work.

This session is designed to help owners, directors, and operations managers understand what’s going on. What is expected of them as an employer? And what are the simple steps you can take now to stay ahead – look at where AI may already be used in the workplace. Key legal, ethical and reputational risks to consider. Seven core areas that AI policy should cover. What are other local businesses doing?

They will leave with a clearer understanding of risks and responsibilities. A simple framework that you can take home and use to build AI policies. And you’ll be able to confidently talk about AI at a leadership level.

The People Side of AI: Future-proofing Roles, Skills, and Culture helps executives, HR executives, and operations managers understand what their workforce needs to adapt to change and how to update their talent strategy. Explore how AI is already impacting roles, workloads, and skills. Cultural, ethical and emotional risks that are often overlooked. What does good planning look like across L&D, communications, and engagement? Examples of how other employers are starting to adapt their approaches.

Participants will leave with a better idea of ​​how AI links to workforce and HR planning. Important questions to ask about roles, skills, support and structure. We’ve put together some practical ideas to take back to your team and plan accordingly.

When will the Cheltenham HR People Support AI Roundtable event be held?

“AI in the Workplace: What Every Employer Should Know” will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Meanwhile, “The People Dimension of AI: How to Future-proof Roles, Skills and Culture” will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Both events will be held at Festival House in Cheltenham from 9am to 11am. Pastries and coffee will be served starting at 9 a.m., followed by networking opportunities.

How much do tickets cost for HR People Support’s AI Roundtable event in Cheltenham?

General admission for each event is £15, with a booking fee of £1.96.

To book tickets, visit hrpeoplesupport.co.uk/ai-and-hr-the-new-reality.