As AI rapidly becomes embedded in the workplace, the expectation is shifting from specialist expertise to organisation-wide, inclusive AI fluency. This session explores how AI is reshaping the workforce of the future, particularly across data roles, and what this means for individuals at all levels.

Moving beyond future-looking narratives, we focus on practical AI infusion into day-to-day work, demonstrating how AI can augment, not replace, human capability. We will walk through where AI can drive meaningful impact across roles and workflows. With a strong focus on accessibility and empowerment, the session aligns with Women in Data®’s mission by demystifying AI and enabling broader participation in AI-enabled roles.

Attendees will gain practical tools, confidence, and a clear starting point to begin integrating AI into their own workflows immediately.

Join two marine data specialists from The Crown Estate, as they share how nature sits at the heart of the Marine Delivery Routemap - The Crown Estate’s collaborative spatial scenario planning platform and innovative digital tool for the seabed and coastline around England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

This talk will explore how evidence and data shape the future  use of the seabed, balancing ecological protection and restoration with offshore renewable infrastructure deployment. Through real-world examples, they will show how the Whole of Seabed Evidence base integrates hundreds  of datasets: from seabed habitats, to mobile marine species such as seabirds  and marine mammals, to seabed geology, climate data and more. You’ll hear how GIS tools and spatial data analysis help identify areas of opportunity, model risk and impacts, and inform planning for offshore sectors.

The speakers will highlight the challenge and opportunity of delivering net zero  while safeguarding marine ecosystems and the need for collaboration across industries, digital innovation, and robust evidence. Their story demonstrates the important of careers in data to support the UK in addressing the climate and biodiversity crisis, ensuring coexistence between industry and nature,  and building resilience for future generations.

Having completed this session, you will be equipped with the awareness of the FOSS Python libraries, Splink, and Great Expectations, and how these can be integrated into Databricks to improve data quality and record linkage.