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A day of discussion, connection, and shared insight

We’re delighted to announce our first ever UK User Day, proudly hosted by London Business School. This is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow IT professionals, academics, and digital learning leaders from across the UK.

The day is relaxed, informative, and community-driven, with space to share experiences, explore the future of virtual computer labs, and discover practical new ways to support digital learning at your institution.

Whether you’re an Apporto customer or simply curious about how UK universities are transforming access to computing, you’re warmly invited to take part.

  • When: Thursday 31 July 2025
  • Where: London Business School, 27 Sussex Pl, London NW1 4RG

Key Topics

  • Rethinking computer labs: what do students really want?
  • Balancing BYOD, loan devices, and on-campus labs
  • Real-world insights from institutions using Apporto
  • Academic perspectives on teaching with virtual labs and cyber labs

Agenda

We’ll begin the day gently to allow for longer journeys, with final timings to be confirmed.

  • 10:30 – Arrival, coffee and refreshments
  • 11:00 – Informal networking
  • 11:30 – Welcome and Apporto updates
    • Phil Morgan, Managing Director, Apporto
  • 12:00 – Lunch and more networking
  • 13:00 – Guided tour of London Business School campus
  • 13:30 – Customer presentations
    • Briony Barham, Director of Service Management, London Business School
    • Hugo Glenwright, IT Operations and Infrastructure Manager, York St John University
  • 14:30 – Afternoon refreshments
  • 15:00 – Customer Forum: group discussions and Q&A
  • 15:30 – Introducing AI PowerGrader
    • Antony Awaida, CEO and Founder, Apporto
  • 16:00 – Close

Travel

London Business School is conveniently located near Baker Street and Marylebone stations. The venue is easily accessible via the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Metropolitan, Circle, and Hammersmith & City lines.

We recommend arriving by Tube if possible, as there is no on-site parking. The campus entrance is just a short walk from Regent’s Park, offering a peaceful setting in the heart of London.

Let us know when registering if you have any accessibility needs or require travel assistance.

Registration

This is a free, community event with lunch and refreshments provided. However, spaces are limited and advance registration is required to confirm your place.

Register your attendance today – Sign up here.