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The AI Social is delighted to welcome Zurich on the Isle of Man and MMC – Content & Communications as sponsors of its launch event on Wednesday 16 September 2026. The launch marks the beginning of a new community for women who want to meet new people, explore AI and learn in a relaxed, welcoming way. Guests can expect informal conversation, fresh ideas and an introduction to upcoming in-person meetups, online guest speaker sessions and practical workshops.

MMC – Content & Communications joins as the very first sponsor of The AI Social, supporting the event from the very beginning. Craig Wolstencroft, Managing Director at MMC, said: "AI is already changing how we live and work, and women should have a strong voice in where it goes next. MMC is proud to sponsor this event, creating a welcoming space for women to learn more about AI and connect with others who are curious about it."

Zurich on the Isle of Man also joins as a launch sponsor, reflecting its wider commitments to AI and diversity. "Zurich on the Isle of Man is proud to be a sponsor of The AI Social," a spokesperson said. "This initiative complements Zurich's group wide AI for Everyone principle which aims to enable colleagues across our organisation to work confidently with AI while scaling it responsibly to create sustainable long term value, and it's also aligned with our diversity & inclusion strategy."

Laura Walker, Founder of The AI Social, said: "We are so grateful to both Zurich and MMC for supporting the launch. Their backing is helping us bring women together to explore AI, build confidence and make meaningful new connections."

We are thrilled to welcome Melissa Mukasa as South London Chapter Lead. Melissa is building an open, empowering and deeply inclusive community where women can meet, learn and explore AI together, whatever their background or level of experience.

Melissa is a Senior Events and Marketing Lead specialising in AI developer programmes. She leads flagship digital initiatives for Google DeepMind and Kaggle, helping to grow global developer communities and deliver large-scale learning experiences, including Google's 5 Days of AI, which has reached more than 1.5 million participants. With more than seven years' experience across Google, YouTube and the tech start-up landscape, her work brings together technical community building, go-to-market strategy and AI adoption.

As a first-generation Black immigrant living in London, Melissa brings a lived perspective that shapes how she views technological progress. She is committed to ensuring the rapid pace of AI does not leave communities, particularly older generations, behind.

Through relaxed social meetups, practical conversations and shared learning, Melissa is looking forward to helping women across South London ask bold questions, bridge the generational technology divide and build lasting confidence in this new era.

We are delighted to welcome Tejiri Aganbi as Swindon Chapter Lead. She brings experience in digital transformation and responsible AI adoption to help create a friendly local space for women to explore AI together.

Tejiri is an AI Programme Manager who has delivered transformation programmes across public sector and commercial organisations. Her work includes managing an AI assisted healthcare triage pilot, leading a Microsoft 365 Copilot implementation and running workshops that help people use AI confidently and responsibly.

She holds a Master's degree in Information Systems and Business Analysis from Aston University and is currently studying for an MSc in Artificial Intelligence. She believes successful AI adoption is as much about confidence and opportunity as it is about technology.

Tejiri will be organising beginner friendly meetups in Swindon for women across professional, student, business and wider community networks, focused on practical learning, peer support and hands on time with AI tools.

We are excited to welcome Carroll Taggart as Isle of Man Chapter Lead. With extensive technology experience and a commitment to responsible AI, she will help make AI approachable for women on the Island.

Carroll brings more than 15 years in the technology sector, including senior roles at PokerStars and Paddy Power, and is currently Head of Marketing Planning Excellence UKI at Flutter Entertainment plc. She is a graduate of the Oxford University Artificial Intelligence Programme and a Certified AI Professional, with further certification in AI marketing strategy and tools through the Chartered Institute of Marketing.

She is also deeply involved in Island life. Carroll is an Ambassador for the Global Council for Responsible AI, volunteers with Junior Achievement helping young people build skills for work and life, and co-hosts monthly Startup Grind Isle of Man events that bring entrepreneurs together to learn and connect.

Carroll will lead local meetups, panels and workshops that bring together women curious about AI, from complete beginners to those already working in tech, with an emphasis on practical confidence rather than theory.