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This July, Brighton’s vibrant tech community came together for EVOLVE [25]: Shaping Tomorrow, a one-day conference that brought together some of the brightest minds in technology. From neurotechnology and data visualisation to AI ethics, wearable tech, and team culture, the

Silicon Brighton sat down with leadership expert Steve Charlton and the team at Plus X Innovation ahead of the upcoming Lunch & Learn event, “Resilience and Leadership Strategies", as part of the free Coworking Week (16-20th June). Steve Charlton, whose

From flooring installation to professional gaming, Adam Tingley's career journey has taken some unexpected turns. Now firmly rooted in the tech sector, he’s channeling his diverse background into community-building, mentorship, and upskilling the next generation of tech talent in Brighton.

With a background that spans comedy, code, and literature, Ben Sauer has carved out a unique space as a speaker, author, and product/design leader. He's helped global brands communicate more clearly and design more thoughtfully — often at the intersection

Adam Dennet, Professor of Urban Analytics at UCL, shares his unconventional path from secondary school teaching to academic research, coding, and community-building. Adam's story is a testament to the unexpected routes into tech — and the power of staying open

From digital agencies to freelancing, and eventually finding her sweet spot in systems design, Merve Goulding proves that the scenic route can lead to the most rewarding destinations. Now a specialist in custom Notion systems, Merve blends her background in

From tech and accounting to construction and AI, Craig West has taken a unique path in the industry. His career has been shaped by twists and turns, with each experience adding valuable context to his work in tech. In this

Mark Buss, a seasoned Software Engineer turned Digital Sustainability advocate, speaks about his journey from backend development to driving greener tech practices and shares insights on pivotal career moments, the power of community, and why digital sustainability is set to

With a background spanning AI, cognitive science, contemporary dance, and personal development, Pranath Fernando's approach to work is anything but traditional. Pranath thrives on continuous transformation. In this conversation, he shares insights on AI disruption, the importance of community, the

From software engineering to robotics, Dan Nicholson (Dan Makes Things) has built a career fueled by curiosity and community. In this chat, Dan share insights on mentorship, AI’s future, and the power of open-source collaboration—plus a key lesson on checking