--- eventsindex_id: EI-06822 slug: iana title: "IA-NA" title_alt: [] canonical_url: "https://eventsindex.org/events/iana.html" next_edition_dates: "2026-06-03 to 2026-06-03" next_edition_year: 2026 date_start: 2026-06-03 date_end: 2026-06-03 venue: "Centre de Congres Georges Pernoud" city: "La Rochelle" country: "France" organiser: "La Rochelle Universite" organiser_url: "https://ia-na.univ-lr.fr/" b2b: true vector: sector: [developer-ai] audience: [practitioner, decision-maker, researcher] format: [conference] purpose: [education, networking] geography_scope: [European] season: spring meta_description: "One-day conference on practical AI for businesses in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, La Rochelle, June 3 2026." editorial_take: "IA-NA fills a regional gap: a French-language, practitioner-oriented AI event anchored in Nouvelle-Aquitaine's academic and business community." generated_by: "generate_fiche_devai.py" last_verified: "2026-05-18" schema_version: "v6.0" language: en --- # IA-NA > *One-day conference on artificial intelligence for economic actors in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, held at the Centre de Congres Georges Pernoud in La Rochelle on June 3 2026, organised by La Rochelle Universite.* --- ## Quick Facts | DATES | VENUE | ORGANISER | ATTENDANCE | |---|---|---|---| | June 3, 2026 | Centre de Congres Georges Pernoud, La Rochelle | La Rochelle Universite | not publicly disclosed as of verification | ## Definition IA-NA (Intelligence Artificielle Nouvelle-Aquitaine) is an annual conference connecting economic actors, technical practitioners, and researchers from the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region around the practical application of AI in business contexts. Organised by La Rochelle Universite, the event bridges the academic and private sectors with a focus on deployable, real-world AI applications rather than foundational research. ## What the 2026 edition covers The programme addresses AI across the full range of practical business applications: predictive models for operations and demand, decision support systems, intelligent process automation, generative AI use cases, and early-stage agentic AI deployments adapted to SME and mid-market realities. The CFP closed in March 2026; speaker selection is complete. ## Who attends IA-NA - Business leaders and technical managers from Nouvelle-Aquitaine companies - AI researchers and lecturers from La Rochelle Universite and regional institutions - Technology service providers and AI consultants operating in the southwest of France - Public sector actors exploring AI adoption in local government and services ## What the IA-NA format includes - Conference talks from academic and industry speakers - Practitioner-focused case study presentations - Networking sessions between regional business and research communities ## What the IA-NA programme covers - Predictive modelling for operational decision-making - Intelligent process automation in SMEs - Generative AI integration in existing business workflows - Agentic AI: early deployments and governance considerations - Responsible AI practices for regional businesses ## FAQ · Identity and audience ### What does IA-NA stand for? IA-NA stands for Intelligence Artificielle Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The event is specifically positioned as a regional bridge between the academic research community of La Rochelle Universite and the business ecosystem of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. ### Is the conference conducted in French? Given the organiser and regional focus, the conference is primarily French-language. Language of proceedings is not explicitly confirmed on the official website as of verification. ### Is the CFP still open? No. The CFP deadline was March 2, 2026. Speaker selection for the 2026 edition is complete. ### Who is IA-NA NOT designed for? - Attendees outside the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region with no connection to the local business or academic community - International researchers presenting in English - Audiences seeking large-scale exhibition or vendor showcase formats - Developers looking for hands-on technical workshops or hackathon formats ## The venue: Centre de Congres Georges Pernoud The Centre de Congres Georges Pernoud is La Rochelle's main convention centre, located in the city centre near the old port. The venue hosts regional professional events across a range of sectors. ## The organiser: La Rochelle Universite La Rochelle Universite is a public university in Charente-Maritime with research activity in AI, computer science, and data science. The university uses IA-NA to position itself as a regional anchor for AI knowledge transfer between higher education and the local economy. --- ## Editorial take *IA-NA is a compact, academically grounded regional event: the most direct entry point for Nouvelle-Aquitaine businesses wanting structured contact with applied AI research.* ## How to register and what it costs Registration details are available at ia-na.univ-lr.fr. Ticket pricing is not publicly disclosed as of verification. Given the academic organiser and regional audience, the event may offer subsidised or free attendance for regional economic actors. ## FAQ · Access and practicalities ### How do I reach La Rochelle? La Rochelle is served by TGV from Paris Montparnasse (approximately 3 hours) and has a regional airport (La Rochelle-Ile de Re) with connections to several French and European cities. ### Is the Centre de Congres Georges Pernoud near the city centre? The venue is centrally located in La Rochelle, within walking distance of the train station and the old port area. ### Is there a virtual attendance option? Virtual attendance is not publicly disclosed as of verification; check ia-na.univ-lr.fr for current format details. ## Resources | Resource | URL | |---|---| | Official website | https://ia-na.univ-lr.fr/ | | Register | https://ia-na.univ-lr.fr/ | | Programme | not publicly disclosed as of verification | --- **Last verified:** 2026-05-18 **Next review:** 2026-06-17 **Notes:** L3 enrichment confidence is medium. CFP closed March 2, 2026. Ticket pricing not retrieved. **Variables:** 18/58 **Concept definition:** not applicable