The National Mentoring Matters
Conference 2026
The National Mentoring Matters Conference 2026
| Event Date & Time | 20 October, 2026 (10:00 AM) |
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| Details | ### The Future of Business Mentoring and AI As artificial intelligence reshapes how people learn, work and lead, mentoring continues to provide something technology cannot replicate fully: trusted relationships, experience, empathy and professional judgement. The National Mentoring Matters Conference explores how human intelligence and AI can complement one another. It considers opportunities to strengthen leadership development, business resilience and decision-making while preserving the human qualities that underpin effective mentoring. ### Human Insight, Technology and Leadership The programme brings together mentoring professionals, small business leaders and sector specialists from across the UK. Through keynote presentations, expert insights and professional discussion, participants explore how emerging technologies can support mentoring practice without replacing the value of human connection. The conference also examines mentoring's contribution to entrepreneurship, leadership capability and business growth. A special address from the Minister for Small Business and Enterprise adds a national policy perspective. ### Connecting Ideas with Practice For Creating Excellence, the themes connect directly with business mentoring, organisational development and responsible AI adoption. The conference provides opportunities to consider how technology can enhance professional support while maintaining the trust, reflection and independent thinking that make mentoring valuable. |
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| Overview of Event | The National Mentoring Matters Conference 2026 explores the relationship between **business mentoring and AI**, examining how human insight and emerging technologies can work together to support leadership, development and business growth. The conference brings together mentors, business leaders and sector professionals to share perspectives, challenge thinking and consider the future of mentoring. |
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| Who Is This Event For? | - Business mentors and mentoring professionals - Small business owners and leaders - Leadership and organisational development professionals - Help to Grow mentors and programme partners - Business schools and enterprise support organisations - Professionals exploring AI in mentoring and leadership |
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https://events.newable.co.uk/events/81/the-national-mentoring-matters-conference-2026 |
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