The ‘G8’ has launched ‘All-In’ – a coordinated, island-wide programme to equip businesses, employees and community organisations with practical AI skills and user confidence.

Running from 1 October to 12 November, the AI sprint will bring together industry leaders, employees, SME owners, charities, and the wider community in a structured programme of workshops, hackathons, panel discussions, live demonstrations, weekly challenges and networking events.

The sprint will culminate in an event to celebrate outcomes and showcase what Guernsey has achieved.

The G8 – a representative group speaking for different sectors and organisations – has launched ‘All-In’ now as a direct response to the findings of the Oliver Wyman report (Driving Growth for Guernsey) and the PwC Channel Islands CEO Survey, which highlights that there is an opportunity for Guernsey to build skills in the areas of AI adoption and value realisation.

The Sprint is designed to upskill the wider population – urgently and practically.

PwC, whose research was instrumental in framing the scale of this challenge, will act as a lead collaborator with the G8 – a reflection of both their investment in Guernsey’s economic future and their role in catalysing this initiative.

“We’re delighted to support the G8 AI Sprint in Guernsey, an initiative exemplifying a bold and forward-thinking response to technological change,” said Roland Mills, Lead Office Partner – Guernsey, PwC Channel Islands.

“At PwC, our commitment to innovation is built on a foundation of boldness, collaboration, and optimism. By harnessing our expertise and embracing cutting-edge technology, we empower clients and communities to move forward confidently. This event showcases the potential of uniting industry, government, and the community to turn ambitious visions into reality and we believe there is a clear and exciting path for Guernsey to align with its global peers and position itself as a leader in innovation and sustainable economic growth.”

Alice Gill, Executive Director, Guernsey Chamber of Commerce, which is a member of the G8, said the ‘All-In’ programme has been built for everyone.

“Guernsey has always punched above its weight when we work together – and that’s exactly what All-In is about. Eight industry bodies, one shared ambition: to make sure no business, no employee and no community organisation in this island gets left behind by AI.

The tools are here and the opportunity is very real. And frankly, we can’t afford to hesitate. All-In exists because the G8 believes Guernsey’s greatest competitive advantage is its people  and this autumn we’re giving every one of them the chance to get hands-on with AI, for free, in their own community.”

Target Outcomes

The G8 has set targets for the Sprint including:

  • Upskill 1,000 islanders
  • Engage 50+ organisations across every sector of the economy
  • Demonstrate 50+ real-world AI tools and use cases
  • Identify hackathon ideas to be taken forward for further development
  • Establish a lasting AI community of practice to maintain momentum beyond November
  • Generate positive local and international PR positioning Guernsey as a digitally advanced jurisdiction

You can register your interest or offer your skills, experience, or sponsorship at All—in.