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Stamford Bridge Hosts Record-Breaking Encord AI After Hours Event
Innovation deserves an inspiring setting, and Stamford Bridge recently provided exactly that as it hosted Encord’s record-breaking AI After Hours event.
Encord's AI After Hours series is designed to bring together developers, AI practitioners, and technology enthusiasts to share ideas, exchange insights, and build a collaborative community shaping the future of artificial intelligence
The evening welcomed 200 builders, AI enthusiasts, and practitioners to one of the Premier League’s most historic stadiums, bringing together a vibrant community for an engaging programme of discussion, insight, and networking inside an iconic sporting venue.

Pitchside, guests heard from an expert panel exploring the growing impact of artificial intelligence in sport. The lineup featured Romit Gupta (Genius Sports), Akash Langi (Stats Perform), Benjamin Irving (Hudl), Alex Marin Felices (Nottingham Forest), and Stuart Fenton (Reading Football Club), each sharing insights from across performance analysis, product development, and applied AI within elite football environments.

With its largest attendance to date, the event highlighted the increasing demand for spaces that combine world-class facilities with distinctive, memorable environments. The setting played a key role in sparking conversation, strengthening connections, and enabling meaningful exchange between attendees.
Encord’s AI After Hours series continues to bring together the AI community to share knowledge and drive collaboration, and this edition at Stamford Bridge marked a standout moment in the series.

For organisations looking to host conferences, panel discussions, or networking events, Stamford Bridge offers a unique venue designed to elevate every experience.