About The Next Step

The Next Step is a hub for hands-on AI education and community, built around workshops and live events. It's where you turn AI from something theoretical into something you actually implement.

Since launching, we've run multiple workshops with hundreds of attendees, covering everything from building without code to setting up your own AI virtual assistant. We're a brand of Hiig Media, and our mission is simple: help non-technical founders and SME owners move past the noise and actually build with AI.

We're community-powered, hands-on, and always building.

Most of our workshops are free or low-cost, and open to everyone from total beginners to founders already experimenting with AI. Head to our Events page, find the one you're interested in, and register to reserve your spot. You'll get a confirmation and a reminder before the session.

Our workshops are run virtually, making them accessible no matter where you're based; with live, in-person events planned as part of our growing calendar.

The Next Step runs on good people and good energy. Whether you've got time to help out, want to support behind the scenes, or just feel like being part of something meaningful, let's talk. Get involved

Absolutely. If you've got a story to share, something you've built, or an insight worth passing on, we'd love to hear from you. You don't need to be a polished speaker, just someone with something useful to say. Find out more

If you're a company interested in partnering with us, we'd love to hear from you. Sponsorship helps us keep running workshops and events, and gives your brand a chance to connect with a community of founders actively building with AI. We offer a few flexible options and one-off event sponsorship. Find out more