What our clients say
Testimonials
Listen in to Ryan Daniels' thoughts about AI and the good that the Nelson AI Sandbox is bringing to the local community.
Ryan Daniels
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, University of Cambridge
"I recently visited Nelson, New Zealand, and had the pleasure of discovering Nelson Sandbox AI—a vibrant community dedicated to helping organizations harness the power of artificial intelligence. I was genuinely impressed by the commitment, expertise, curiosity, and warm hospitality of everyone involved. It was an honor to deliver a two-hour workshop to such an enthusiastic group, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I deeply resonate with the Sandbox's mission and can wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to explore and leverage AI effectively."
Sebastian Schieke
AI Investor | Entrepreneur | Business Coach | Podcast Host
"It was fantastic to have the opportunity to speak with the Sandbox team about what is happening in the world of AI and how I can see this impacting the education landscape and the wider community.
This group has a wealth of experience and their passion for pushing the boundaries of what is possible is inspiring. It will be great to see how the members of the sandbox can help to support innovation in the Nelson area.
I believe that AI provides a real opportunity to differentiate learning experiences as well as enable anywhere, anytime learning about almost anything.
I also see that Ai has the potential to be a great support tool for our excellent teachers."
Steve Smith
Google - Education Program Manager
In book publishing, one of the most important tasks is editing a writer’s work. This is a time-consuming and expensive process, but once I started hearing about AI it did occur to me that it could be a very useful aid in the process. I had no idea where to start, however, and so I went down to Nelson’s AI Sandbox. They were extremely helpful and encouraging, and got me going on the process of experimenting with AI. Subsequently we have developed a ChatGPT tool that uses our own in-house style and punctuation guide to check written work. While AI will not replace the judgement and experience of a skilled editor, it is a really valuable, cost-saving first step in the editing process, that irons out all obvious mistakes and issues. It is unlikely that I would have made this kind of progress without our AI Sandbox, so my best advice is to use them if you think AI could help your business!
Robbie Burton
Publisher & Managing Director
It was a pleasure to connect with Nelson AI Sandbox and have Coilin visit our holiday park to deliver a session on AI and its potential in our business. Some of my colleagues came in with limited knowledge and a healthy dose of skepticism. But after our discussion with Coilin, they left feeling much more confident and curious about the possibilities—and the results are already speaking for themselves.
That session kick-started our journey into further training through AI Sandbox, including sessions focused on not-for-profits and AI governance. The learning has been invaluable.
We're excited to continue working with AI Sandbox as this technology evolves. It's a real privilege to have such a high-calibre group championing AI here in our region.
Big thanks to the whole team for everything you do!
Joe Adams
Operations & Facilities Manager
The team from the AI Sandbox spoke at our Hui about using AI in the not-for-profit space. They had tailored an awesome presentation where they looked at all different aspects and programs that might be of interest. The team were able to answer all questions and discuss any concerns that the attendees had about AI. They were thoughtful and realistic. What the AI Sandbox team is doing, is so helpful to those in the not-for-profit space. The AI Sandbox has identified that people in the not-for-profit industry are often wearing multiple hats but using AI can help minimize some of the work allowing them to focus on what is really important.
Kelli Campbell
Funding and Data Coordinator at Nelson Environment Centre
I thought I was already getting the most out of AI—using it for my blog, social media posts for my Rotary Club, as well as for tech support. But a session with Coilin at the AI Sandbox in Nelson opened my eyes to so much more. I learned how to use AI for summarizing articles, creating and improving images, and finding new ways to boost productivity and creativity. Whether you’re using AI for work or personal projects, I highly recommend spending some time at the AI Sandbox. You’ll learn how AI can be fun, practical, and truly empowering.
Peggy Carlaw
Entrepreneur and Customer Experience Consultant
I had a great session with Gabbi today and learned a lot. I think Sandbox is a great resource for the community and I will be coming back if I need further tips in using AI and encourage others to do the same.
Philip Barnes
Journalist
It was a great introduction into AI. I think what the Nelson AI Sandbox is doing is very good for the community and it has given me more confidence to learn about AI. I feel welcome to come back anytime to ask questions about AI.
Dr. Pataaree Sangduan
Economist
I had a fantastic session at the Nelson AI Sandbox. AI was broken down in a way that was easy to understand. I walked away with practical tools and insights I could use straight away. It is such a valuable resource for anyone wanting to get their head around how AI can actually help in real life. Highly recommend!
Peter Struthers
Retired Local Businessman
Thanks to AI Sandbox Nelson I had a fantastic experience at Nelson Library today. Coilin went above and beyond explaining how free and low-cost AI tools can help me create marketing and social media content to promote my small online business. His guidance was clear, practical, and inspiring. AI Sandbox is a superb initiative that’s helping the local community understand and embrace the power of AI. It’s a valuable resource for small business owners in Nelson who want to use AI to help them promote their ventures in an economical and effective way. Highly recommended!
Rob Bentley
Accountant and Smal Business Owner
An excellent session that exceeded expectations! I came in to learn a bit about AI and left with a solid understanding of practical tools I can use. The Nelson AI Sandbox team was knowledgeable, friendly, and made everything easy to follow. I now feel more confident using AI in my work. Highly recommended!
Alan Heward
Retired Lawyer
Listen in to Jack's thoughts about AI and the Nelson AI Sandbox.
Jack Manson
Sound Engineer/Events Contractor
Here are Willa's thoughts on the future of AI and the Nelson AI Sandbox.
Willa Wang
Software Engineer
"The Nelson AI Sandbox effectively demonstrates how AI Tools can be used to educate individuals on the benefits of a healthy environment and ecological sustainability."
Kathaleen Bartha
Environment Consultant
Here are local members of the Nelson community giving their thoughts on AI and how the Nelson AI Sandbox can help they strive on their AI journey. Kindly filmed by Axel Knauer from VoxPopsNZ.
VoxPopsNZ
Local Nelson Media Company