Brighton Data Intelligence Network | Meetup | Sept 2026

Welcome, Brighton Data Intelligence Network! Brighton Data Intelligence Network is a community-based networking event bringing people together to meet peers, share stories, and build meaningful relationships around data intelligence. Hosted by Datacove, award-winning Brighton-based R, Python and Shiny experts, these events also offer inspiring talks, hands-on sessions, and open knowledge sharing, all in a friendly, inclusive environment. Whether you’re just starting out in data or a seasoned expert, there’s always something new to discover, spark your curiosity, and take back to the office. We run six events each year in Brighton, offering fresh insights, lively discussions, and opportunities to connect with the wider Data Intelligence Network, anchored by the EARL Data Intelligence Conference, our flagship event held in Brighton each October. The events are supported by Silicon Brighton, Barclays Eagle Labs and Plat9rm Brighton. For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to get involved as a speaker, contact us at [admin@datacove.co.uk](https://datacove.co.uk/contact/) or visit https://datacove.co.uk --- Talk Information --- But what if you get it wrong? The surefire way to screw up your analysis – from a brain perspective. Lauren Stoney Mental Strength Trainer and Mindset Coach Lauren Stoney Coaching Ltd There's something sneaky and insidious lurking inside each and every data team, that is responsible for everything from overwhelm and anxiety to shoddy analysis and missed deadlines — and it has nothing to do with skills or tools. In this talk, Lauren Stoney names it, explains why it takes hold specifically in analytical work, and looks at what it's costing teams when it goes unchecked. Insightful, practical, and essential for anyone who leads or works inside a data team — plus a preview of a future half-day workshop on turning data into a story people actually act on. ---- Surviving onboarding in a new role and three Databricks certifications in 90 days: that is, on the inevitable consequences of working in data Andres Baravalle Senior Data Engineering Manager Kubrick Group This talk examines what happens when you have been working in data for too long and you start applying lakehouse engineering principles are applied to personal knowledge management - threating technical documentation as a data pipeline and strictly decoupling open storage from query engines. --- Schedule & Refreshments --- Now, refreshments! Drinks and nibbles will be served from 6pm. Talks will commence at 6:30pm/6:45pm and the event will conclude at 8pm. The conversation will continue after the event at a local pub. --- Sponsorship Information --- Our event relies heavily on sponsorship from companies that attend. Please contact the organisers or [admin@datacove.co.uk](https://datacove.co.uk/) to get involved. --- Arrival Instructions --- Please arrive at Towerpoint and press 21 on the intercom. We will buzz you in. What3Words: wider.bind.crush --- Registration Etiquette --- At our meetups, the event is sometimes capped by the space. We’re committed to keeping these events accessible for everyone, but to make that possible, we need your help. Please ensure your registration is kept up to date. If your plans change, simply update your RSVP to reflect your availability. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please feel free to spread the word. We look forward to seeing you all again!