University of Birmingham | 18th September 2025
We are very pleased to announce that we are preparing for this year’s conference to ensure it meets the needs of the technical and professional communities across all industries and sectors.
This years conference theme is:
Innovating and Evolving in a Changing Landscape
Click here to view the IST Technical Conference Flyer 2025
2025 CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
The IST Conference, its talks and workshops offer the opportunity for you to update your technical knowledge, skills and advance your career development, providing valuable networking opportunities to engage and learn from the professional community. The event is aimed at anyone who works in Artificial Intelligence, Creative Industries and STEMM, whether you’re based in industry, higher education and research, business or working independently.
Workshop Categories:
- AI and Technology
Understanding the rapid advancements in AI and technology is crucial to stay ahead in an increasingly digital world and to ensure effective integration into your work. - Creative Technologies / Media / Comms
Keeping pace with innovations in creative industries and communication ensures you remain competitive and can harness new tools to engage audiences and drive impact.
- Health & Safety and the Environment
Adopting forward-thinking strategies in health, safety, and environmental management is vital to creating sustainable, resilient workplaces and addressing evolving regulatory demands. - Careers
Developing strategies to future-proof your career ensures long-term success, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a constantly shifting job market.
Poster Competition:
At the 2025 IST conference we are excited again to be running the IST Poster Competition. This years’ theme is ‘Outreach‘ – we would like your posters to feature and highlight any of the wonderful outreach that IST members undertake.
Posters will be judged by the IST president, Helen Sharman CMG OBE, and our Key Sponsors.
What We’re Looking For
Posters should explore how technical practices, innovation strategies, or professional methodologies are evolving to meet the needs of current and future technicians.
Let your poster spark curiosity, share valuable insights, and provoke thoughtful discussion among peers.
Poster Specifications
- Size: A1 (594mm x 841mm)
- Format: Hard copy must be printed and supplied for display at the event
- Submission Deadline: PDF version to be emailed by 1st September (for judging purposes only)
- File Naming Convention: PosterTitle_YourName.pdf
Prizes (Sponsored by Sim&Skills)
- First Prize: £100 vouchers
- Highly Commended (2 awards): £50 vouchers each
Winners will be announced at the Conference.
Submission Details
Please send your PDF submissions to: office@istonline.org.uk
Include your full name, poster title, and a brief description (max 150 words) of your work.
Whether you’re a seasoned contributor or first-time participant, this is your chance to celebrate how our fantastic technical community continues to evolve, adapt, and lead. Ready to inspire?
Supporting Apprentices / T-Level Students
We are committed to supporting the next generation of skilled technicians. As part of that commitment, we’re offering a 50% discount on the delegate ticket price for all apprentices and T-Level students. Whether you’re just starting your journey in the industry or developing your technical skills through hands-on learning, we want to make it easier for you to attend and benefit from this event. This is our way of investing in the future of the workforce and helping emerging talent access valuable opportunities for growth and connection.
Do you want to be involved with organising the technical conference?
If anyone would like to help or be part of the team, then please contact office@istonline.org.uk to register your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.
Many Thanks to our 2025 Exhibitors:
Conference Organising Team:
- Terry Croft MBE (Chair)
- Lucy Hudson (Secretary)
- Joan Ward (Finance Lead)
- Arthur Nicholas (Sponsorship Lead)
- JP Ashton-Kinlin (Marketing Lead)
- Richard Saldanha (AI Lead)
- Graeme Shaw (Creative Lead)
- Sarah Youde (Science Lead)
- Natasha Russell (Host University Representative)
- John Dwyer (Previous Host Representative)
Do you want to be involved with organising the technical conference? If anyone would like to help or be part of the team, then please contact office@istonline.org.uk to register your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.