Generative AI is everywhere — but what does it actually mean for your organisation?

Join us for the first Data Intelligence Network session of 2026, where we move beyond theory and into real-world application.

This session will take a deep dive into practical AI use cases already being deployed within nonprofit organisations. You’ll hear directly from nonprofit peers who have successfully integrated AI into their work — from onboarding new clients and developing interactive live pitch decks to streamlining recruitment processes.

These are grounded, practical examples that show what’s possible and what it actually takes to make it work. The second half of the session will shift into an expert-led, interactive workshop designed to help you identify tangible opportunities within your own organisation.

By the end of the session, you will understand how to identify areas where AI could create the greatest impact, learn what successful implementation looks like in practice — including skills development, capacity building and when to outsource — gain insight into the real impact of AI across varied nonprofit use cases and the journey it took to get there, and leave with the confidence and practical ideas needed to start experimenting and bring internal stakeholders with you.

Speakers:

Jane Trenaman, MD The HX Consultancy 

In 2023, Jane Trenaman founded The HX Consultancy specialising in leadership, fundraising, insight and experience – the culmination of a 25-year career with customer insight and social impact at its heart.  

Jane’s heart has been squarely in social impact for the past 14 years as a nonprofit leader, mentor and consultant in fundraising and public engagement. She has worked in and for nonprofits, large and small, at different stages in maturity, in diverse parts of the sector. Jane currently chairs Fundraising Director & Insights Networks in the UK and Ireland and has served on boards and advisory committees for Christian Aid Ireland, Samaritans Ireland, and the National Opera House. She is a non-executive director with Common Purpose Ireland.

Kenneth Killeen, Artistic Director, Improvised Music Company

Kenneth Killeen is the CEO and Artistic Director of Improvised Music Company (IMC), Ireland’s leading promoter of jazz & ethnic music and a dedicated resource organisation for Irish jazz musicians.  He is also the Artistic Director of IMC’s flagship festival of European emerging music professionals, 12 Points.

Kenneth has been professionally involved in the music industry since the mid 90’s and has worked across many aspects of its creative practice, as a musician, teacher, promoter, curator, talent developer, public speaker and producer. He has enjoyed the opportunity to work with many great artists from Ireland and abroad. 

His current roles include talent development, mentorship, curating IMC’s programming and commissioning content, as well as implementing IMC’s resource strategies and development in Ireland and abroad.

When not involved in music he is passionate about technology and innovation, in particular where it intersects with art and culture.

Gemma Leo, Head of Business Support & Project, The Crann Centre

Gemma is the Head of Business Support and Projects for the Crann Centre, an organisation supporting individuals and their families living with Neuro-Physical Disabilities.  Providing a 2Generation Model of Care, the Crann Centre recognise when a diagnosis is received, it impacts the whole family, and so  intentionally design services for both the client and their support network.

She spent 15 years based in London and the UK, managing software implementations and change programmes for a variety of organisations, including Housing Associations, NHS Trusts and private sector organisations.

Her role at the Crann Centre is split between operational management and project management, currently focused on the implementation of a Continuous Improvement culture into the Centre, to ensure it is sustainable and future proofed.

Cian Ó Faoláin, Senior Managing Editor, LinkedIn 

Cian is a Senior Managing Editor at LinkedIn, where he leads AI transformation initiatives across the organisation. With a decade of experience in business strategy and communications in the tech industry, he has spent the past few years helping teams move beyond the basics of AI tools and build practical, repeatable workflows that actually save time.

To date, he has trained hundreds of people internally across multiple functions, making AI more accessible and less intimidating for knowledge workers at every level. Outside of his day job, Cian creates educational content on AI productivity on LinkedIn for a growing audience of professionals looking to get more from the tools available to them.

He is passionate about demystifying AI for people who don't consider themselves "tech people". He believes the organisations that will thrive are the ones that invest in their people, not just their platforms.

Ahmed Fadl, Enterprise Account Director - Public Sector, Healthcare & Academia, LinkedIn 

Go To Market  professional at LinkedIn, working with public sector organisations across Ireland. GTM means helping the right customers understand, adopt, and get real value from a product in a clear and structured way. I partner with senior stakeholders to support hiring and learning goals using data‑led LinkedIn solutions. Known for a practical, consultative approach and building long‑term customer relationships.

Amy Kelly, Enterprise Account Director - Public Sector, Healthcare & Academia, LinkedIn 

Go To Market  professional at LinkedIn, working with public sector organisations across Ireland. GTM means helping the right customers understand, adopt, and get real value from a product in a clear and structured way. I partner with senior stakeholders to support hiring and learning goals using data‑led LinkedIn solutions. Known for a practical, consultative approach and building long‑term customer relationships.