Meetup - Inside Microsoft: The Next Generation of Copilot and the Future of AI-Powered Work

Join us at the Monthly Meetup for an exclusive fireside chat with Microsoft New Zealand’s Managing Director, Vanessa Sorenson, and Digital Innovation Lead, Isuru Fernando,

Hosted by Mark Laurence from Ten Past Tomorrow.

With Microsoft’s next generation of Copilot now rolling out globally, this session will explore what’s new, what’s next, and how these advances will reshape the way we work, lead, and drive productivity across New Zealand businesses.

 Expect a practical, hype-free discussion on how Copilot and generative AI can be safely and strategically embedded into real-world business operations.

🗓️ Agenda

5:00 PM - Arrival & Networking
Drinks and light refreshments on arrival. Connect with peers and meet other NZ business leaders exploring AI adoption.

5:30 PM - Fireside Chat: Inside Microsoft’s Next Generation of Copilot
Hosted by Mark Laurence (Ten Past Tomorrow)
Featuring: Vanessa Sorenson - Managing Director, Microsoft New Zealand & Isuru Fernando - Digital Innovation Lead, Microsoft Azure.

6:15 PM - Audience Q&A
Interactive discussion and live questions from the audience.

6:30 PM - Wrap-Up & Networking

Places are limited so secure you seat as soon as possible

📬 Contact

Ghanum Taylor — g.taylor@theicehouse.co.nz

🧾 Refund policy

Free event - no refunds.
Please cancel if you can’t attend so we can release your seat to others