Dr Vanessa Vallely OBE is one of the UK’s most well-connected women and a leading authority on gender equality. She has delivered keynotes for over 600 companies, inspiring more than 50,000 women globally. A sought-after consultant, Vanessa advises both government bodies and corporations on strategies to attract, develop, and retain female talent. In June 2018, she was awarded an OBE by King Charles for her contributions to women and the economy, and in 2024, she received an honorary Doctorate of Science from Warwick University.

In 2008, at the peak of her 25-year career in banking and finance, Vanessa launched the award-winning WeAreTheCity, a platform designed to support women’s career development. Its sister organisation, WeAreTechWomen, together with WeAreTheCity, has grown to a membership of over 80,000, offering resources, conferences, awards, and job opportunities to women worldwide. To date, Vanessa has helped over 50,000 women gain new skills and expand their networks. In 2024, she launched the first-ever National Women in Tech Week, which offered more than 50 free events across the UK to women in the tech sector.

Vanessa is also the founder of several prestigious awards programs, including Rising Stars, TechWomen100, Trailblazer50, Pioneer20 and Themis20, collectively raising the profile of over 2,500 extraordinary women and men. She is the author of the acclaimed book Heels of Steel: Surviving and Thriving in the Corporate World, which chronicles her journey from a council estate in East London to the C-suite. Her next book is set for release in 2026.

Over the past 20 years, Vanessa has earned 26 industry accolades, including Women in Banking & Finance’s Champion for Women, Financial News' Top 100 Rising Stars, and The International Alliance for Women's Top 100 Women globally. She has also been recognized as one of Brummell’s Top 30 London Entrepreneurs and was recently inducted into Computer Weekly’s Hall of Fame as an icon for women in tech. Additionally, Vanessa has been featured in GQ UK’s Top 100 Connected Women and the Evening Standard’s 1000 Most Influential Londoners. A regular media contributor, she has appeared on Sky News, BBC, Talk London, and Radio 4.

Karen Blake is a leading DEI strategist, policy specialist, and organisational transformation expert who drives systemic change in the tech sector.

As former co-CEO of Tech Talent Charter (TTC), she built and led a collaborative network of over 800 organisations committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across the digital ecosystem. TTC became a driving force for industry-wide transformation, producing actionable insights through its influential annual Diversity in Tech report.

Blake co-authored the ground-breaking Lovelace report, an economic study examining the impact of female attrition in tech. Her cross-sector experience, spanning public, private, and third sectors, uniquely positions her to develop data-driven solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes while fostering genuinely inclusive workplaces.

Recognised for her expertise in intersectional diversity and digital inclusion, Blake helps organisations and policymakers move beyond surface-level initiatives to create sustainable cultural transformation. Her approach combines strategic vision with practical implementation, ensuring lasting impact rather than performative change.

Currently, Blake continues to shape industry standards through her research and advisory work. Her recent collaborations include the landmark Diversity in Tech study for the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and ongoing work with the House of Commons.

Lisa Ventura MBE FCIIS is an award-winning cyber security specialist, published writer/author, journalist and keynote speaker. She is the Chief Executive and Founder of Unity Group Solutions Limited and of the AI and Cyber Security Association, a membership body and trade association that has been set up as the global voice of AI and cyber security and to promote the safe, secure, responsible and ethical use of AI. In addition, she is the Founder of Cyber Security Unity, Neuro Unity and AI Unity.

As a consultant Lisa also provides cyber security awareness and culture change training along with neurodiversity in the workplace training, and works with cyber security leadership teams to help them collaborate more effectively. She has specialist knowledge in the intersection of AI and cyber security, the human factors of cyber security/social engineering, cyber psychology, neurodiversity and diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion (DEIB). 

Lisa sits on the UK Chapter of the Global Council for Responsible AI, the Advisory Board of Business Leaders Accelerate, is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Information Security and is a judge for various sets of awards including the UK Cyber Security Awards, the CSO Awards, the Women in GRC Awards, the SC Awards and the Cyber OSPA’s.

More information about Lisa can be found on www.lisaventura.co.uk.

I am a Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience at Microsoft, building secure, reliable, and large-scale systems across Microsoft 365. My work spans distributed systems, Kubernetes, and workload management, including projects like Gabion, which improved resource fairness across the Substrate (foundational data platform that underpins the entire Microsoft 365 ecosystem, integrating services like Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive) Servers and the COSMIC Cluster debugging tool, enabling Just-In-Time SSH access for Microsoft’s geo-scale managed container platform on AKS.

Beyond engineering, I’ve been an active part of the Grace Hopper community since 2017, serving as a reviewer since 2020, and have contributed as a session chair and judge at Microsoft’s MLADS conference. I also review open-source software for the Journal of Open Source Software (JOSS), supporting the Python ecosystem and fostering innovation in the developer community.

Recognised early for academic excellence with national-level rankings in NSTSE and the International Informatics Olympiad, and awarded the AICTE TFWS merit scholarship, I bring a long-standing passion for problem-solving and building systems that scale to millions of users worldwide.

Shubhangi is an award winning experienced professional in data and AI from companies like Tata Consultancy Services to agile start-ups. She has a background in computer science engineering with an MSc in Business Analytics from the University of Bath, UK. She works as a Senior Analyst at a leading FTSE100 company in financial services and insurance in the UK. Previously, she led the data function of ICS AI Ltd, which is a Microsoft UK inner circle partner, focusing on artificial intelligence at the forefront of technology for the public sector in the UK. She has worked in data analytics, data science, data strategy, and AI, leveraging algorithms to extract insights, identify patterns, and understand human language in large datasets. She leads the London Chapter for Women In Data which is a platform for tech enthusiasts of all backgrounds to connect, grow and learn together. She is a verified expert and mentor at TopMate. She has also been the judge of Datathon 2024 and has delivered sessions in over 10 countries. She has also been nominated for WomenTechNetwork global awards.

I’ve lived both sides of the speed challenge. I started out solving complex problems at Citizens Advice and later worked in digital roles at the NHS, where projects could take months to move forward. Now I work in a fast-paced AI team at Voxpopme, where development happens in days and UX needs to keep up. Since joining, I’ve completely reshaped my process to stay user-led without slowing down product teams. I run real research, gather voice-led feedback, prototype with tools like Replit, and feed insights straight into design.

Dr. Pauldy Otermans is a female tech leader in the UK. She is a neuroscientist and psychologist by academic background and a female leader of AI technology. She was awarded as the inspirational womxn in the Tech Industry by Hustle Awards, was named one of the ‘22 most influential women in the UK of 2022’ by Start-Up Magazine, and has been awarded by the UK Prime Minister in 2021, and globally for her work. 

Pauldy helped build the first digital human teachers powered by AI in 2021 called OIAI. The language model developed for OIAI is now also used to power Teddy AI which provides a conversational AI study buddy for all children aged 3-7 years. She is Topic Editor for Frontiers in AI and publishes regularly in peer-reviewed journals on AI in Education. Her AI system is currently running Africa’s largest and fastest AI literacy programme which was presented as Africa’s case study at the UN General Assembly in 2025. She was named as one of Tech 100 women by KPMG in October 2025 and a Global Leader in AI by Women in Management 2025.

Becoming a female tech entrepreneur in her fifties, Clare Chapman is no stranger to overcoming barriers to success. She brings deep experience, clarity of vision, and a commitment to building technology that creates meaningful social impact. 

As founder of a UK-based tech company, she champions “tech for good” and believes that innovation has no age limit. Her work focuses on harnessing blockchain to create trusted digital certificates capable of combating misinformation and improving transparency across global supply chains. 

Passionate about empowering women in technology, she advocates for bold thinking, lifelong learning, and confidence in one’s own vision—especially for those entering or reinventing their careers later in life.

Shannon Keegan turns complex technology—especially AI—into something people can understand, use, and trust. As Global Head of Marketing for Technology & Data at CBRE, she partners with product, data, and engineering teams to craft simple, human stories that bridge the gap between tech, the business, and clients. Shannon has built a tech product marketing function from scratch, launched solutions delivering £millions in benefits, and created digital upskilling programmes to help thousands of colleagues feel confident using and speaking about technology. 

Before CBRE, Shannon launched a nationwide space booking system for the NHS, and Thomson Reuters’ global developer community. A proud TechWomen100 Award winner, she is passionate about women’s development, serving on the boards of BelEve (supporting young women and girls) and CBRE’s UK Women’s Network.

Professor in Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Nottingham, Vince mentors, and sponsors 1000s spanning the whole career lifecycle from school to university, executive, and board level, and made it his mission in life to inspire future generations into STEM, Engineering, Tech, and Energy careers.

Vince has 40+ years of global business experience incorporating executive management and board positions in blue chip companies including ExxonMobil, Suez, V. Ships, Nalco, and P&G and with a boutique executive search firm, Preng & Associates, that specialises in executive and board recruitment.

Today he manages a diverse portfolio that incorporates career mentoring and sponsorship to undergraduates, graduates and alumni at the University of Nottingham, energy sector career mentor to students and alumni at several prestigious UK business schools including London Business School, Imperial, Cambridge and Chicago Booth, and holds Trustee and Non-Executive positions on several boards.

He won the prestigious Chairman’s Award as global General Manager of the year at Suez for outstanding performance, and recently the Davidson Medal 2024 from the Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) for global leadership in mentoring, the TechWomen100 2024 Award for Gender Balance and the Men as Allies 2024 Award from the Women’s Engineering Society.

Vince is a Trustee/Non-Executive Board member and Ambassador for various organisations including Male Allies UK, the Women’s Energy Network Alliance, Female Leaders in STEM Subjects, POWERful Women, Graduate Mentor, MyBigCareer, a charity providing career guidance to students from disadvantaged backgrounds and the South Shropshire Multi-Academy Trust. He is a mentor for businesswomen from Ukraine in the Progressiya initiative, and for the Cajigo group where he inspires women in tech, the Prague Training Academy where he mentors businesswomen in Eastern Europe and also for Elevate Women in Tech and Reed Women in Tech.

He is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of several organisations including the IChemE, Energy Institute, Women’s Engineering Society, and the Chartered Management Institute. Vince is a Group Partner of Circklo and a member of UN Women UK, the Career Development Institute, the Society of Women Engineers, the Denim G100 Mission Million for gender equality and European Women on Boards.

Marie is the founder and CTO of the multi award winning Not-For-Profit Speak Out Revolution, a #TechForGood organisation working to eradicate workplace inequality. 

Alongside her entrepreneurial pursuits, Marie works as an independent consultant designing and delivering business transformation programmes with expertise in digital transformation, strategic investment decision making and people centric change.

Salome Tirado is a creator, technologist, and founder of TONES - a platform and app amplifying underrepresented voices and connecting young creatives with paid opportunities.

Growing up Nigerian–Spanish in Sussex, Salome learned early what it meant to stand out. That resilience carried her into Computer Science, a male-dominated field where she completed a four-year apprenticeship alongside her degree before going on to work at PwC and an early-stage AI startup. Her work spans technology, media and production. From creating AI communications used by tens of thousands of employees, to filming executive content (including PwC’s UK Chair) and developing technology solutions to a wide range of clients .

Salome appears in a global computer science campaign, with her photos displayed in schools from Europe to Latin America. Whether presenting Google DeepMind's AI series or producing sold-out community events, her mission is consistent: to represent, uplift and inspire young people who rarely see themselves reflected in these spaces.

Named UNiDAYS Woman of the Year 2024, Salome is building spaces where young people feel seen, represented and empowered to tell their own stories.

Regina Quartey is a Technology Leader, Branding Architect, and Career Strategist with extensive experience supporting individuals and organizations through leadership development, strategic positioning, and career growth. She is a Certified Executive Coach, Board Advisor, and International Public Speaker, passionate about helping people build clarity, confidence, and impact across their professional journeys.

Fenni Kang is the Chief Strategy Officer of Coincall, one of the fastest-growing crypto options exchanges, and a Partner at Big Candle Capital, a $200M+ market-neutral crypto fund. Before entering digital assets, she served as VP of FX Options Quant at Barclays. 

Fenni holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics from École Centrale Paris and an EMBA from the University of Cambridge. Her work focuses on crypto derivatives—especially options and structured products.

Hoda Rezvanjoo is a data and strategy professional working at the intersection of business intelligence, optimisation, and decision-making. 

She is Co-Founder and Chief Data and Strategy Officer at a UK-based MedTech startup, where she leads the design of evidence-led decision frameworks supporting product, market, and growth strategy. Her work centres on translating complex data into practical, AI-supported decision models that help teams reduce uncertainty and make informed decisions

Anne is a Senior Information Analyst who transforms complex healthcare data into meaningful insights that support smarter decision-making, operational efficiency, and improved patient care. With experience spanning digital health, data governance, and analytics, she blends technical expertise with strategic understanding to drive evidence-based change.

Beyond her analytical work, she is deeply committed to representation and youth empowerment in tech. She mentors young women and early-career professionals, providing guidance and helping build confidence for those entering data and digital health fields. She also contributes to global digital health capacity building, sharing knowledge with emerging professionals across diverse regions.

Her advocacy extends to international platforms, where she has participated in global discussions on gender equality, digital inclusion, and the role of technology in shaping equitable futures. As a writer and thought leader, she focuses on ethical AI, FAIR data, and human-centred design, championing data solutions that advance systems while empowering people.

Meeky Hwang is the CEO and Co-Founder of Ndevr, a digital solution development agency helping health and wellness brands build resilient, scalable platforms for growth. With over 20 years of experience in web development, DevOps, and content infrastructure, she’s helped teams at Johnson & Johnsons, Pfizer,Forbes, PMC, and Bloomberg optimise digital ecosystems that power millions of users.

Meeky works with health & wellness companies to streamline workflows, enhance mobile and web performance, and create seamless cross-functional collaboration between product, design, and engineering. Her 3E Framework—focused on Audience, Creator, and Developer Experience—guides Ndevr’s approach to building high-performing platforms.

As both a technical strategist and Champion for women in tech, Meeky brings clarity and inclusivity to complex builds. She’s contributed to Forbes, Thrive Global, and speaks frequently on digital transformation, workflow automation, and leadership in fast-scaling healthcare & wellness environments.

Data and AI leader shaping next-generation enterprise architectures.

I am a UK-based Solution Architect and Tech Women 100 award-winner with over 14 years of experience shaping data, cloud, and AI strategies across the Financial Services Industry. I began my career in backend engineering, building enterprise-grade systems, and gradually transitioned into data architecture, where I now lead large-scale, high-impact transformation initiatives.

My expertise spans Big Data ecosystems, real-time and event-driven architectures, Data Mesh, cloud-native engineering, and applied AI. I am currently leading a strategic, data-centric initiative for a major UK financial institution, where I am building next-generation data capabilities and developing AI Agents that enable teams to access, understand, and use information with greater intelligence and speed — all within a highly regulated environment.

I am passionate about purposeful innovation, inclusive leadership, and designing systems that create real business value. Alongside a demanding career, I prioritise motherhood, wellbeing, and continuous growth, demonstrating that it is possible to lead with ambition and authenticity.

Shiromi Bedessee is the founder of Kin, a UK based tech company that helps people get good advice quickly. She cares about fairness and is known for her ideas on future technology and how we connect online. She has spent over ten years studying how people think, communicate, and make decisions. Shiromi is Indo-Caribbean, neurodiverse with ADHD, and in her spare time she likes to draw and go for (slow) runs. She cares deeply about representation in the start-up and media ecosystem and is active in Female Entrepreneurship circles and school mentoring for the next generation of thinkers.

Li Fu is a Data & AI Scientist specialising in Generative AI and Machine Learning, with experience driving large-scale AI adoption at one of the UK’s largest banks. 

She is pioneering how large language models (LLMs) are deployed, governed, and scaled in highly regulated enterprise environments. Li has led some of the bank’s most transformative AI initiatives — including the development of an LLM-driven onboarding agent that dramatically reduces customer screening time, and the design of a comprehensive evaluation framework for assessing LLM performance in production. 

Her work has been widely recognised, and she was named a winner of the TechWomen100 Awards 2025 for her outstanding contributions to the field.

Dr Armin Mustafa is an Associate Professor in Computer Vision and AI at the University of Surrey and Co-Founder of SAIReco, a company developing generative AI for intelligent video narration and accessibility. 

Her pioneering research in AI has shaped advances in autonomous systems and creative AI, securing over £17 million in collaborative funding. 

A Tech Women 100 winner and Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellow and recognised leader in AI, Armin bridges academia and industry to develop technologies that see, understand, and communicate the world as humans do.

Manisha is a pioneer in open-source investigations (OSI) to expose war crimes, and focuses on the intersection of emerging technology and human rights. Her investigations and documentaries have covered 4 wars, 5 continents, and been broadcast to 300 million. 

Manisha is a European Press Prize laureate, a two-time Amnesty International Media Awards winner, a Forbes Under 30 honouree, and served for three years as a judge for the News & Documentary Emmy© Awards. Uncovered evidence in her work has led to EU and US sanctions, and citations by the United Nations, the UK Parliament, and multiple European governments. 

Manisha’s PhD was the first academic study into the impact of OSINT and AI on investigative journalism and crisis reporting, funded by the University of Westminster. She was also the first to introduce open source investigative methods to the Guardian, BBC Newsnight, BBC Arabic, and has trained editors at over 50 international newsrooms on integrating these methodologies. She is an investigative correspondent & the visual forensics lead at The Guardian. Contact her.

I am a technology enthusiast who loves solving problems and make people’s lives easier.  My background is mainly in machine vision, with a diversion into the world of cloud applications and data-science. For me data-science and machine vision is intertwined and should be connected to retrieve more insights. In the long-run this can lead to higher profitability due to less manufacturing defects.

Tayyaba Taimur is a Software Engineer on the J.P. Morgan Markets platform team, creating scalable tooling that powers the bank’s flagship trading application. With a foundation in Human–Computer Interaction and design systems, she delivers accessible, high-quality solutions for front-office users. She is also an active mentor for young girls pursuing STEM careers.

Claire Roberts is Co-founder and Chief Ethics & Strategy Officer at Full Fathom Five, an AI consulting and training firm specialising in ethical, people-centred AI strategies and AI leadership development. 

A passionate speaker on diversity, women in tech and AI ethics, Claire works closely with government agencies, charities & organisations campaigning for safer AI, and raising awareness of the impacts of AI on women and underrepresented groups. 

Claire is a member of the UKAI Women in AI taskforce; a board advisor for multiple organisations including the Safe AI for Children Alliance (SAIFCA); and part of the National Council of Women’s research team investigating internet harms.

Lauren Neal is a chartered engineer, award-winning inclusion advocate, and the founder of Valued at Work, a consultancy transforming workplace cultures in male-dominated sectors. 

With 20 years’ experience delivering multimillion-dollar projects across the global energy sector, Lauren pairs technical credibility with bold thought leadership on inclusion, performance, and culture. 

She is the author of the #1 best-seller Valued at Work, a finalist in the 2024 Business Book Awards. Lauren has been recognised by WeAreTechWomen’s TechWomen100 and INvolve’s Heroes Future Leaders list for her work advancing gender equity in STEM. Her sessions empower leaders to move beyond awareness into action - with practical insights that stick.

Abdullahi Fatimah is a technology and data professional passionate about AI, ethical technology, and social impact. 

She has delivered talks and workshops on AI ethics, digital innovation, and inclusive tech, and actively mentors youth and women in technology. Her work focuses on creating responsible, human-centered AI solutions that drive meaningful societal change.

Anna Abraham is a Technology Consulting specialist at LTIMindtree, where she architects and leads sustainable digital transformation initiatives within the Insight and AI, UK Consulting division. With a career spanning over ten countries, she operates at the critical intersection of technology, business strategy, and social impact.

Her work focuses on solving systemic challenges - from reducing carbon emissions in real estate to modernizing critical water infrastructure - by deploying AI and operational technology that delivers measurable commercial and ethical returns. Notable achievements include deploying an AI framework impacting 84,000 employees across 66 countries, implementing solutions that reduced pollution incidents by 10% for a major utilities company, and transforming the environmental strategy of the world's largest real estate services firm.

Anna is a passionate advocate for ethical AI and inclusive design. This commitment is underscored by her academic contribution; her paper, “Algorithmic Governance and Gender Equity: The Bias Before Deployment Framework,” has been accepted for publication in the Journal of Development Policy and Practice. Her approach is further validated by industry recognition, including being shortlisted for the ISG Rising Star Awards 2025, winning the Techwomen100 award 2025 and receiving the 2024 ALM Women in Consulting ESG Champion award.

Driven by the conviction that technology must serve everyone, Anna actively mentors women in tech and engages in policy discourse, recently contributing to the Journal of Development Policy and Practice the “Bias Before Deployment” framework for HR, aimed at mitigating bias in AI systems from the outset . She holds an MBA from Warwick Business School, where she honed the strategic and cross-cultural competencies that define her leadership in building a future where profitability and purpose are inextricably linked.

An accomplished Software Engineer and Team Lead at Bank of America, Dunia Alsaffar brings over 16 years of experience in the IT industry. 

Dunia has successfully led Agile transformations, bridging the gap between development teams and Agile leadership. Her expertise lies in balancing flexibility with structure to drive high-impact deliveries.

Manjusha Kamthe is a seasoned technology leader with 25 years of experience in Technology Controls, Cyber Security, IT Auditing, and Risk & Compliance. She serves as Senior Director and Global Head of Cyber Third‑Party Risk Management, and APAC Cybersecurity Security Practice Lead at Northern Trust.

Recognized for her strong leadership and global mindset, Manjusha has successfully led complex cybersecurity programs and large-scale transformation initiatives. She is also a committed advocate for CSR, Inclusion, and Diversity, actively championing efforts that empower women in technology and promote equity across the industry.

She holds a Master of Science degree and multiple global cybersecurity certifications, including CISM, CISA, CCISO, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CEH, among others.

Aimee Moriarty is Global head of Cyber Threat & Exposure Management at Northern Trust. A highly experienced cybersecurity professional with over 16 years of experience in Cybersecurity, Aimee specializes in digital forensics, cyber threat hunting and incident response. Prior to joining Northern Trust, her career experience includes roles within the financial services sector.

Aimee joined Northern Trust in 2018, in the Security Operations team as a Senior Cyber Threat Analyst. In 2020 she became the first cyber threat hunter at Northern Trust, working to build out the Cyber Threat Hunting team from the ground up. She now leads a global team across North America, APAC and EMEA, helping to protect the bank from advanced cyber threats.

Aimee earned a BS, Computer Programming from Purdue University and holds several industry certifications: GCIH, GCFE, GCFA, GREM, GNFA, GDAT, EnCE and CISA.

Anusha Challa is a Data Analytics and AI Specialist Solutions Architect, helping organizations design and scale modern data platforms and AI-driven analytics solutions. She is a passionate technologist with a Master’s degree in Computer Science, specializing in Machine Learning, from Georgia Institute of Technology.

In her role, Anusha works with hundreds of organizations to build secure, high-performance analytics architectures on the cloud. She actively documents lessons learned and architectural best practices from these engagements through technical blogs, whitepapers, and thought-leadership content.

Anusha is a frequent public speaker and has presented at major industry events including AWS re:Invent, AWS Summit New York, AWS Summit Los Angeles, and across Twitch podcasts and webinars, where she focuses on scalable analytics, data engineering, and practical applications of AI.

She is also the author of two books: AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate Study Guide (O’Reilly Media) and Amazon Redshift Cookbook, Second Edition (Packt Publishing).

Elhannah Adekeye is a technology and AI governance expert, AI ethicist, global speaker, and author dedicated to advancing ethical innovation. She is the Founder of Young Tech Geniuses, a global initiative empowering teenagers with coding, AI, and digital ethics skills to prepare them for the future of work. As the author of The Silent Networker, Adventures of Obia series introducing children to tech  and the acclaimed Decoded book series, which explores how artificial intelligence, ethics, and human potential can work together to shape a better digital future. She is the host for the podcast Her Corporate Compass and an AI doctoral researcher.

A frequent speaker at the United Nations and global technology forums, she advocates for digital access, responsible innovation, and youth empowerment, promoting education, technology, and social impact to inspire the next generation of ethical AI leaders.

Hi, I’m Emmanuella Okorie, a software engineer passionate about building intuitive, intelligent systems that bridge the gap between users and technology. My work spans frontend and backend development, with a focus on modern React, Next.js, Node.js, and AWS, and I love exploring how these tools can power richer, smarter user experiences.

MCP has become a major part of my research and work as I explore how AI can reshape the way we interact with apps, data, and systems in the coming decade. I also spend a good amount of time on tech Twitter sharing insights, experiments, and ideas around engineering, AI, and the evolving future of human–computer interaction.

Hauwa Yakubu Bradley is a multi-award-winning Digital Technology Expert and Researcher with a distinguished career in mentoring and coaching talent in tech. Currently serving as the Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at Kugali Media, she is also the Founder, Creative and Marketing Director of Freelancers.co, a media startup dedicated to raising brand awareness for nonprofits and charities across the UK documenting dignitaries such as HM King Charles, The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan amongst others. 

With over a decade of experience across EMEA, Hauwa has delivered impactful results for international brands and startups. She is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in tech, mentoring the next generation of talent, particularly young girls and nonbinary individuals. As a global ambassador for Women in Tech, she volunteers with organizations such as WomenTech UK, Cherry on Tech, ADPlist, and MicroMentor, extending mentorship opportunities to entrepreneurs and founders in 14 countries.

Hauwa is currently chasing a PhD researching the effect of Artificial Intelligence on the tech industry within the UK, measuring how AI-automated generations are affecting innovation and human efficiency within the workplace. She earned a Distinction in her master’s degree from the University of Salford. Originally from Nigeria, she combines expertise in digital media, product management, and public relations to promote inclusivity and pave the way for future generations. As a writer for Africa's leading media publisher, Pulse, Hauwa reaches millions of readers across the continent and diaspora. At Kugali, she spearheads global collaborations with brands such as Walt Disney and Snapchat, including using Augmented Reality (AR) lenses to celebrate Black footballers and showcase African heritage at Wembley Stadium. This Snapchat campaign was named one of the Top 10 Campaigns of 2022.

In her earlier roles, Hauwa was instrumental in driving innovation as the first digital marketing manager at Cyberspace Limited in Nigeria. She led the redesign of multiple brands, websites, enhancing search visibility, and championed initiatives such as the first cloud computing platform in Sub-Saharan Africa and the launch of a fintech subsidiary. Her contributions to impactful tech solutions and campaigns have earned her international recognition, including being named one of the UK’s Top 100 Women in Tech 2024 (powered by Barclays UK) and receiving the highly commended Rising Star in the 2024 Alumni Achievements Award from the University of Salford, representing the school of Arts, Media and Creative Technologies.

Beyond her professional achievements, Hauwa dedicates her time to volunteering with FareShare UK, raising awareness of the food crisis. She was named one of the UK’s Top 100 Most Influential and Impactful African Business Leaders in 2022 and has served in prestigious roles such as a 30 Under 30 Media Week Judge (2023), Women in Tech Global Speaker, and Expert Judge for the UK Performance Marketing Awards. Her contributions to product management and social impact earned her recognition from Nigerian Women Magazine during International Women’s Day 2023. She recently won the Inspiring Leader in STEAM Award for the Globant Awards 2023, representing the UK region.

Hauwa attributes her success to her parents, who have been her unwavering support system, and her siblings, who have always been her bedrock. Their love and encouragement have been the foundation of her accomplishments.

Dnyaneshwari “Nesh” Chandarana is a Senior Product Leader at HashiCorp, advancing innovation across Identity, Secrets Management, and Machine IAM. She leads strategic programs in certificate lifecycle automation, non-human identity discovery, and AI agent security. 

With deep expertise in cybersecurity and product strategy, and an Executive MBA from Kellogg (Northwestern), she brings a forward-looking perspective on modernising identity governance for AI-driven enterprises.

Nishit Bhasin is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and the Co-founder of Incskill, a Techstars-backed accessibility startup supported by OpenAI, Microsoft, UNICEF, and GSMA. He builds real world AI systems that make digital products more inclusive for millions of users.

Nishit has spoken at conferences like Applied AI Week, Microsoft accessibility events, and multiple university panels, and he regularly judges global challenges including MIT Solve, IJAIDSML, IEEE, and the Stevie Awards. His work spans generative AI, accessibility, and product strategy, with a focus on building systems that actually work in the wild at scale, with real constraints, and for real people.

TechWomen Award Winner 2023. Current CEO and Founder at The Chaincademy, a career builder for developers up-skilling, vetting through real work and personality. SC Cleared Full Stack SDET with +18 years of Experience in QA, +16 years of Experience in Test Automation, and +11 years in Leadership, Delivering and Releasing Software on different platforms (Mobile, Desktop, Web).

Became a STEM Ambassador , a STEM Women Member , and a Google Developer Expert making an impact and bringing more young people to the STEM area. Contributes to TestProject and instructor of Test Automation University (Contract Tests with Pact and Introduction to Blockchain Testing). Together with other Web3 and Blockchain Expert Testers created the Web3Tests Community on Discord and Twitter.

Samhita Sarkar is a seasoned data professional with over a decade of experience working across industries like Supply Chain,Insurance etc and technologies such as AI, Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, and multiple big data platforms. Throughout her career, she has worked with top global organizations including Amazon, Zoom, Oracle, and HP contributing to high impact data solutions and modern data architectures.

Beyond her technical expertise, Samhita is passionate about mentorship(https://adplist.org/mentors/samhita-sarkar) and has guided individuals in navigating their career paths in the data field. Her commitment to empowering aspiring data professionals led to the creation of HelloDataWorld(https://hellodataworld.com/about) a platform born from real world challenges she faced and observed in the community. The platform’s beta version now serves as a collaborative space where users can ask questions, share insights and learn from one another.

Samhita continues to champion accessible education, community-driven learning, and meaningful career growth within the data ecosystem.

Shristi Pranjal is a Product Strategy & Transformation Leader with over 12 years of experience modernizing revenue engines for global enterprises. Currently leading the Commerce Management eXperience (CMX) strategy at Dell Technologies, she architects AI-driven solutions that unify pricing and offer management across global platforms.

Shristi is known for her outcome-driven approach to Digital Transformation. She recently led an AI pricing control initiative that reduced errors by 98% in just 3 months, earning her the Dell CFO Excellence Award. Previously, she managed a 100+ member team at Ernst & Young, driving digital engineering strategies for major financial services accounts.

An alumna of Great Lakes and BIT Mesra, Shristi speaks frequently on Digital Transformation, AI Product Strategy and the power of "Lateral Leadership" to unblock complex organisations.

Sobhitha Neelanath is an accomplished industry Leader with diverse technology experience of more than two decades at world-class organisations like Wipro, McAfee, EMC, Dell & Salesforce.

In her current role at Salesforce India, she leads the quality engineering team for Service Cloud .She is passionate about DEI and contributes actively to multiple technical and women specific communities and mentoring initiatives to enable and uplift women professionals and students. 

As a Google Women Techmakers Ambassador, she has delivered sessions for global audiences; she serves as an Advisory Committee member for GHCI 2025 & the Regional Lead for the AnitaB Bangalore Chapter. She is an IEEE WIE Industry Expert and has been recognised by SWE for DEI Advocacy. A recipient of multiple accolades for her contributions towards women in tech from platforms like HerKey, Women In Cloud and HR SuccessTalks, she was recently selected for the Top 50 Asia Women Tech Leaders Award 2025. 

Her Mantra for life is "Explore, Believe, Achieve"

I started out running a career and business coaching company and then transitioned into Salesforce Consultancy for 10 years. In 2016, I founded Supermums to help women and others to relaunch their career in tech. 

Supermums equips women and others with in-demand tech skills and we work with businesses to build diverse, high-performing teams.

Since 2016, we’ve supported over 1,800 trainees and placed talent in more than 200 organisations globally.

I’m on a mission to help women have a career and life they love.

Dr Ishani Roy is the founder and chief executive of Serein, a workplace-learning firm that trains companies in compliance, collaboration and productivity. Under her leadership, Serein has worked with over 500 companies in 35 countries including Coca cola, Pepsico, HSBC, Amazon and Spotify.  She holds a PhD in applied mathematics from Brown University, where she built models of astrophysical systems, and completed postdoctoral research at Oxford University, contributing to the development of a virtual heart model for surgical planning.

Her academic background gives her a working knowledge of how AI systems are built. Her decade at Serein has given her an equally grounded understanding of how people behave—how bias, culture and power shape organisations.

This mix of machines and human behaviour allows Dr Roy to speak not only about how algorithms work, but how they embed human assumptions; not just about what AI can do, but what it might do to workplaces already wrestling with fairness, culture and control.

Data & Ethical AI Technologist with 10+ years' experience across startups and Fortune 100s, she blends deep technical expertise in data engineering, ML platforms, and cloud architecture with industry insight. 

Her work building scalable analytics systems and production ML pipelines revealed the gaps between AI promises and reality. Since AI's rapid rise, she's become passionate about responsible AI, ensuring technology serves humanity, not the other way around. 

As TechWomen100 2025 winner and AWS She Builds Mentorship Program global leader, Lydia champions diversity in tech, knowing that diverse teams build safer, more ethical AI that works for everyone.

At EY, I contribute to the successful delivery of projects leveraging over 9 years of experience in implementing Guidewire PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, and Billing systems. My work is supported by specialist certifications in Guidewire software and a strong foundation in Java and Gosu. 

With a focus on team leadership, I aim to drive impactful solutions in insurance technology. I am dedicated to delivering value through collaboration and innovation, supporting the organisation’s goals and enhancing client outcomes.

Nia Joseph is an AI Product Leader and educator who specialises in applied AI literacy and hands-on upskilling for professionals. She has designed AI learning programs for Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, and DataCamp, and teaches AI-focused courses at UT Austin, UNLV, and Northwestern. Nia’s work sits at the intersection of emerging technology and career development, helping professionals understand how to use AI tools, automation systems, and agent-based workflows in practical, everyday ways. She recently led an AI upskilling series for a community of over 1,000 women in tech, where her clear, actionable teaching approach received exceptional feedback. 

At One Tech World, Nia brings a grounded, real-world perspective on how women can leverage AI to accelerate their skills, confidence, and career momentum, offering frameworks participants can put to use immediately after the session.

I specialise in evidence-based negotiation strategies for professional women, drawing on 25+ years across banking, consulting, and tech entrepreneurship.

I've negotiated from multiple perspectives: as an employee at Barclays and Oliver Wyman, as a tech startup co-founder, and as a leader in both corporate and entrepreneurial contexts. Despite earning my INSEAD MBA with distinction, where I pursued every available negotiation course, I consistently walked away from negotiations feeling undervalued.

Years later, frustrated by this pattern, I returned to the research and discovered the evidence that women face a much higher risk of backlash when acting assertively within negotiations, particularly around compensation. The solution isn't to settle for less, but to negotiate differently: using relational framing and leveraging strengths in empathy, collaboration, and creativity to secure the outcomes we deserve.

Now I take a holistic approach, combining negotiation tactics with mindset and confidence-building. I help professional women master the strategic framing and emotional resilience required to negotiate effectively while maintaining relationships and credibility. My work sits at the intersection of negotiation science, gender research, mindset development, and practical application across diverse professional contexts.

Liz Hardwick CSP is an award-winning Professional Speaker and Tech Entrepreneur, known for delivering practical, high-impact strategies in AI, Digital Productivity, and Time Management.

With 25+ years’ experience turning “digital” into real human and business benefit, Liz helps individuals and teams work smarter, focus deeper, and achieve more… without burnout.

Her sessions combine proven frameworks (including her own), modern technology tools, and actionable tactics – trusted by global names such as BBC, NHS, GSK, Rolls-Royce, and General Assembly.

Whether on stage or in a masterclass, Liz inspires lasting change that elevates performance, clarity, and momentum in today’s fast-paced digital world.

Christina Lewis has over a decade of scaling business in some of the fastest-growing tech companies, including as a senior leader at Deliveroo & Bolt. Chrissie has built a reputation as a leader in retention, emotional intelligence and gender equity.

A Cambridge-certified coach and sought-after speaker, she’s received multiple accolades, including being named a WiTHL "Woman to Watch" and winning "Best Use of Employee Voice" for her gender equity work. She is the founder of Herizon, an organisation that delivers talks, training & coaching on emotional intelligence and retaining and developing women in tech.

Amarachi Amaechi is an operator and technology leader focused on helping organisations transition into AI-native ways of working. She is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Bitpowr, an AI automation platform that has processed over $1B in transaction volume and supports teams across multiple markets. Her work centres on building systems, workflows, and cross-functional structures that enable teams to scale execution, reduce operational drag, and adopt AI responsibly.

Amarachi also leads Malaika, a global founder and venture community that convenes thousands of innovators through showcases, summits, and curated programmes. She has spoken at major industry events, served as an advisor and judge for international innovation initiatives, and been recognised as one of the “100 Women to Watch in Tech.” She is an alumna of 500 Global and Draper University.

Her perspective brings together product thinking, operational depth, and ecosystem experience to help organisations understand how AI can strengthen decision-making, accelerate delivery, and unlock new opportunities for talent and leadership.

With over two decades in the education sector, I contribute to advancing digital learning as a Digital Education Developer at the University of Lincoln specialising in integration of innovative technologies to empower educators and students. I have delivered national and international presentations. I am passionate about transforming teaching methods and led initiatives that incorporate cutting-edge tools such as VR ensuring impactful and accessible solutions for diverse audiences. 

Throughout my career, I have remained committed to fostering digital confidence and capability across all levels of education. I approach every challenge with a “cup half full” mindset, viewing obstacles as opportunities for creative problem-solving. My passion for digital education is matched by my belief in lifelong learning – both for myself and those I support.

Caitlin Rozario is on a mission to make work *better*. As the award-winning founder of interlude, she runs workshops and programmes that have helped companies like Visa and global communities like Sophia Amoruso’s Business Class create more sustainable high performance, so people can do remarkable things without the personal price tags of chronic stress, burnout and overwhelm.

Caitlin is a TEDx speaker, and has shared her ideas at conferences like WORKTECH and Earthfest. Her insights have been featured in publications like Startups Magazine and Workplace Wellbeing Professional.

Inspired by her own experience overcoming a life-changing health challenge, Caitlin is determined to change workplace culture for the better – one workshop, team, and conversation at a time.

Kiran is a seasoned product leader with a passion for leveraging product to solve real-world problems. She works with clients to identify opportunities where product can achieve business objectives and deliver exceptional user experiences that provide genuine value.

Her extensive experience spans a diverse range of industries, from leading large-scale corporate transformations to nurturing startup incubations. In addition to her client-facing work, Kiran also oversees a cohort of product and business analysis professionals across five regions in the UK, where she is dedicated to providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to excel in their careers.

Anupama Hatti is Head of Programme Delivery at NHS Blood and Transplant, where she leads large-scale digital transformation programmes that modernise the UK’s blood and transplant services. 

With over 22 years of experience across Telecom, Aerospace, Defence, and Healthcare, she is passionate about using technology and inclusive leadership to drive meaningful impact. 

Anupama also serves as Co-Chair of NHSBT’s Women’s Network and is a STEM Ambassador, championing diversity, equity, and representation in science and technology.

Sammcy White is an award-winning EdTech specialist, a TechWomen100 Winner and named Tech Professional of the Year at the Women In Tech 2025. 

As Learning Lead at Genio, she is a champion for innovation in education, translating learning science into impactful products that empower educators. 

A powerful advocate for diversity, Sammy is dedicated to inspiring more women to build rewarding careers in technology and use their unique skills to shape the future of learning.

Professor in Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Nottingham, Vince mentors, and sponsors 1000s spanning the whole career lifecycle from school to university, executive, and board level, and made it his mission in life to inspire future generations into STEM, Engineering, Tech, and Energy careers.

Vince has 40+ years of global business experience incorporating executive management and board positions in blue chip companies including ExxonMobil, Suez, V. Ships, Nalco, and P&G and with a boutique executive search firm, Preng & Associates, that specialises in executive and board recruitment.

Today he manages a diverse portfolio that incorporates career mentoring and sponsorship to undergraduates, graduates and alumni at the University of Nottingham, energy sector career mentor to students and alumni at several prestigious UK business schools including London Business School, Imperial, Cambridge and Chicago Booth, and holds Trustee and Non-Executive positions on several boards.

He won the prestigious Chairman’s Award as global General Manager of the year at Suez for outstanding performance, and recently the Davidson Medal 2024 from the Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) for global leadership in mentoring, the TechWomen100 2024 Award for Gender Balance and the Men as Allies 2024 Award from the Women’s Engineering Society.

Vince is a Trustee/Non-Executive Board member and Ambassador for various organisations including Male Allies UK, the Women’s Energy Network Alliance, Female Leaders in STEM Subjects, POWERful Women, Graduate Mentor, MyBigCareer, a charity providing career guidance to students from disadvantaged backgrounds and the South Shropshire Multi-Academy Trust. He is a mentor for businesswomen from Ukraine in the Progressiya initiative, and for the Cajigo group where he inspires women in tech, the Prague Training Academy where he mentors businesswomen in Eastern Europe and also for Elevate Women in Tech and Reed Women in Tech.

He is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of several organisations including the IChemE, Energy Institute, Women’s Engineering Society, and the Chartered Management Institute. Vince is a Group Partner of Circklo and a member of UN Women UK, the Career Development Institute, the Society of Women Engineers, the Denim G100 Mission Million for gender equality and European Women on Boards.

Zara Powell is an award-winning Engagement Director, TechWomen100 winner and recurring volunteer UN Women UK delegate. At AND Digital she leads major delivery transformation and champions inclusion through initiatives like AND She Can and AND South West. A global speaker, mentor and proud working mum, Zara is dedicated to empowering women and girls into STEM. She also hosts Well, Quite, a fast-growing podcast amplifying underrepresented voices.

Jasmina is a multi-award winning transformational leader with over 20 years’ experience in business and programme management within global financial institutions. She excels at driving organisational cultural change through DEI, Citizenship, and Sustainability initiatives, engaging senior management and colleagues alike. 

Jasmina has played a pivotal role in establishing Barclays' European entity post-Brexit and expanding the Chief Operating Office. Her expertise spans large strategic projects, including the Structural Reform Programme, where she designed and embedded robust operating models, service and cost management, risk & controls and governance frameworks across multiple jurisdictions. 

Additionally, she serves as a Board Trustee, Climate Reality Leader, and UN Women Changemaker, consistently earning recognition for her impactful contributions.

I’m a data leader, speaker and mentor who’s passionate about building high-performing teams and turning complex data challenges into clear, human solutions. As Head of Data & Insight for Serco’s UK&E Growth division, I’m shaping a modern data capability from the ground up. I’m known for a people-first leadership style, my advocacy for women in data, and my honest approach to wellbeing and sustainable careers.

Violetta Pidvolotska is a software engineer and technical leader with over eight years of experience building large-scale backend and distributed systems. She has led cross-functional engineering initiatives, improved system reliability and design, and participated in technical interviewing across a range of hiring contexts. Violetta is passionate about mentorship and architectural clarity, helping engineers and teams design scalable solutions and grow into strong system-level thinkers.

Guest speaker at Bayes Business School, Warwick Business school, rohempton university on AI and ethics, women in tech winner 2024, Impaak power women in tech 2024, 20 years of experinece in Tech.

Ria is people-focused technology leader with over 10 years of experience in agile delivery, product management and leading software teams across the full product lifecycle - from discovery to deployment. With a strong bias for action, Ria specialises in building high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams and delivering software solutions that drive business value.

Ria pivoted into tech after spending 10 years in the Financial Services industry, and hence she is also a massive advocate for diversity & inclusion within the Tech industry, especially promoting women in Tech Leadership, mentoring and supporting people in their career / leadership journeys within the Tech industry.

Regan Birr is a motivational speaker, mechanical engineer, and founder of the Lupus Research Foundation. 

With 20+ years of experience in engineering, leadership, and resilience coaching, she empowers women in tech to lead with confidence, clarity, and high-performance under pressure. Regan blends science-backed mindset strategies with real-world storytelling to help technical professionals overcome self-doubt, strengthen decision-making, and thrive in fast-paced environments. 

She has spoken internationally at conferences, corporate events, and leadership summits, inspiring audiences to transform challenges into purpose-driven success.

Sonal Shah is a Forbes-featured, multiple award-winning, Amazon best-selling author of She Chose Tech: The Essential Guide to Inspire and Empower Women in Tech. With over 20 years of experience across banking, telecom, and oil & gas, she currently serves as Vice President in financial services.

Sonal is a highly sought-after speaker, delivering keynotes and participating in panels at major industry events, including Birmingham’s International Women’s Day Conference, Life Skills Global Summit, and We Are The City Women in Tech Conference, where she has engaged audiences of over 400 live attendees and 2,000 online participants. She has also contributed to discussions on blockchain, intersectionality, and AI ethics, and serves as a United Nations UK Volunteer.

Her accolades include two-time We Are The City Rising Stars – Tech100 winner, Diversity Award winner, finalist in Computer Weekly’s Most Influential Women (2022–2024), named in Brummell’s Most Inspirational Women 2023, and recipient of the Global Women of Inspiration award in 2022.

An award-winning PMO and Portfolio leader, I have spent over five years driving strategic transformation across the tech industry. Recognised as a TechWomen100 UK winner and multi-year Women in IT Awards finalist, I bring a passion for innovation, excellence, and inclusive leadership.

With a First-Class Honours degree in Business Computing Systems, my career has also been grounded in empowering others. As a former Director at CoderDojo London and Chair of the BCS Central London Branch, I’ve championed youth education and community-driven tech initiatives, helping shape the next generation of digital talent.

Now a caregiver to two young children, I’m committed to being the role model I never had, someone who shows that ambition and family can coexist, even if not always perfectly. I speak openly about the challenges of “doing it all,” the pressures working parents face, and the need for workplaces that truly support flexibility. Through my advocacy, I aim to inspire others to thrive in their careers without compromising their wellbeing, and to encourage organisations to embrace more human, sustainable ways of working.

Dr. Lisa Turner is an award-winning coach, PhD engineer, and pioneer in consciousness-AI integration. As founder of CETfreedom, she has developed one of the world's most advanced libraries of precision-built AI tools for coaches, leaders, and transformation practitioners - tools that decode unconscious patterns, enhance self-awareness, and accelerate decision clarity.

Lisa's unique expertise bridges hard science with human transformation. Winner of the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award (Paseda360 National Coaching Awards) and regular contributor to Sky News and ITV This Morning, she specialises in helping sophisticated practitioners systematise their intuitive wisdom into scalable, measurable frameworks.

Her clients include executive coaches, therapists, conscious business leaders, and spiritual entrepreneurs moving beyond outdated models into next-generation human development methodologies

A Senior Consultant at IBM UK&I with a keen interest in Design, AI and Sustainability.

I work with enterprise clients across sectors to understand how innovative technologies - like Generative AI, Hybrid Cloud & AI/ML - can be leveraged to solve some of their key technological and human-centred challenges.

Kasia Dutch is a software engineer at Starling Bank, a mentor and coach for tech professionals, and a public speaker. She primarily supports women and career-switchers in carving out their unique path in the industry with authenticity and confidence. 

In 2025, she founded Code Your Confidence, a monthly group mentoring event series focused on career development topics. Her tireless advocacy for diversity in tech has been recognised with multiple industry accolades, including WeAreTechWomen TechWomen100 in 2024 and WeAreTheCity Rising Stars in 2025.

Oluchi Imoh is a globally recognized digital entrepreneur, author, and EdTech advocate whose mission is to empower women and underrepresented talent to thrive in the digital economy. A multi–award-winning creative turned digital strategist, she is the founder of Baker to Baker with Oluchi Imoh, an empowerment and mentorship platform that has supported over 500 entrepreneurs worldwide since 2017 with testimonials of growth within the tech ecosystem and entrepreneurial journeys.

With a career rooted at the intersection of creativity, technology, and business innovation, Oluchi is committed to closing the global skills gap and driving inclusive economic participation, particularly for people in blue-collar and non-traditional tech pathways. Her work helps individuals harness digital tools, build resilient personal brands, and create sustainable careers in a rapidly evolving future of work.

A sought-after speaker, trainer, and mentor, Oluchi delivers compelling, actionable insights on digital transformation, women’s leadership, entrepreneurship, and the power of storytelling as a catalyst for career and community growth. Her expertise has been featured on BBC, EbonyLife TV, and TVC, and she has been nominated for inclusion in GTA Black Women in Tech’s The Voices In The Shadow for her innovative approach to empowerment and learning.

Passionate about social impact, Oluchi continues to champion women in tech through education, mentorship, and community building, amplifying the stories, skills, and confidence women need to lead with purpose, innovate boldly, and thrive globally.

Liliia Rafikova is a Software Development Engineer at Amazon Web Services, where she builds low-latency, large-scale cloud infrastructure on Amazon CloudFront. A TechWomen100 award winner, she leads the Women Coding Community, mentoring women in algorithms, system design, and career growth. Liliia regularly speaks on distributed systems, AI-ready infrastructure, and sustainable high performance in engineering careers.

Dr Anne-Laure Le Cunff is the founder of Ness Labs and a neuroscientist at King’s College London, where she studies the neuroscience of curiosity and its applications to ADHD, AI, mental health, and lifelong learning. 

Her research focuses on applying neuroscience insights to support people throughout their education, career, and personal development. She is also the author of Tiny Experiments, and previously worked as an executive on Google’s digital health team. She holds a PhD in Psychology & Neuroscience and an MSc in Applied Neuroscience.

Beverly Clarke MBE is an award-winning educator, coach and author who empowers individuals to thrive in a rapidly evolving AI-driven world. Named as the 15th most influential woman in UK Tech in 2025 by Computer Weekly, Beverly is recognised nationally and internationally for her leadership in the field of AI in education. She has advised the UK Government, contributed to global AI learning priorities, and shaped curriculum development for schools and organisations.

Drawing on her portfolio career across industry, teaching, leadership, and consulting, Beverly brings a unique blend of strategic insight and personal growth expertise. She supports individuals and teams to build confidence, develop future-ready skills, and achieve meaningful personal and professional transformation.

As an ILM qualified coach and the author of 30 Tips for Self-Development – Improve Your Life and Career Today, Beverly helps audiences turn self-development concepts into practical action. Her talks inspire and motivate while also offering a pathway for attendees to deepen their self-development journey through her private and group coaching programmes.

Hannah Spence (Miss Be Seen) is a multiple award-winning Social Media Strategist, speaker and founder of Clockflower Solutions, where she helps underrepresented professionals and women in tech be seen, celebrated, and successful.

With a background in education, storytelling and digital strategy, Hannah developed the SEEN Framework, a practical pathway for individuals and teams to elevate their voice, communicate their value, and advance their careers without sacrificing wellbeing.

Through her work with underrepresented entrepreneurs, corporate teams, and emerging leaders, Hannah specialises in helping women in technical roles translate their expertise into digital influence, build confident internal brands, and close the visibility gap that often hinders progression.

Her talks: The Visibility Gap, Digital Influence for Technical Women and Visibility Without Burnout, equip audiences with actionable tools they can implement immediately to amplify their impact, which aligns perfectly with this audience.

Juliana Smith is a multi-award-winning IT Chartered Professional with over 15 years in tech. Since 2020 she specialised in Power BI and UI design, transforming complex project data into clear, accessible and actionable insights.

Through her blog Smart Frames and YouTube channel @AccessibleBI, Juliana shares valuable insights on developing more inclusive designs. By breaking down complex concepts into practical strategies, she makes data accessibility achievable for everyone, empowering individuals and organisations to create equitable, data-driven solutions.

A registered STEM Ambassador, Board Member of NorthWest Women in STEM, and Inclusion Committee member at the British Computer Society, Juliana is a passionate advocate for representation and inclusion. Through outreach, mentorship, and community engagement, she inspires future generations and champions a more accessible, ethical, and diverse approach to STEM.

Omodolapo Babatunde is a Cloud Architect dedicated to building scalable, secure, resilient technology solutions.

Beyond architecture, Omodolapo is a dedicated advocate for diversity in tech, working to empower underrepresented talent. Through mentorship, advocacy, and actively creating pathways for career development, she strives to bridge the diversity gap in the industry.

Her work is driven by a vision to combine technical excellence with social impact, ensuring businesses, communities, and future tech leaders thrive in an ever-evolving digital world.

Sheena Yap Chan is a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster recognized for her work in elevating women’s leadership and self-confidence through the power of media and visibility. She is the founder of the Confidence Through Visibility™ movement and host of The Tao of Self-Confidence podcast, ranked in the top 0.5% globally with over 1.3 million downloads and 800+ interviews featuring celebrities, CEOs, and cultural icons. Her debut book, The Tao of Self-Confidence, was named one of the top 20 best self-confidence books of all time by Book Authority, while her latest release, Bridging the Confidence Gap, is a bold call to reimagine leadership by making visibility and self-trust core competencies. 

Through her signature VISIBLE Framework™, Sheena delivers transformational keynotes and corporate programs that help organizations bridge the confidence gap, retain diverse talent, and build cultures where women are seen, heard, and respected. Her work has been featured on NBC News, FOX, MindValley, and The Manila Times, and she has spoken for global brands including NASA, Live Nation, and UKG. Sheena believes that confidence is something we can build—and that visibility creates the impact we wish to see in the world.

Melissa Hale is a Power Platform Developer who transitioned from pursuing a PhD in venom and parasite research to finding a more fulfilling career and work-life balance in tech. 

With a strong background in SharePoint, Power Automate and Canvas Apps, Melissa has transformed business practices in both start ups and large firms. Beyond her professional role, she dedicates her expertise to the charity "Collaboration for Kids," enhancing their operations through the Power Platform. Based in Liverpool, United Kingdom, Melissa is enthusiastic about learning and growing within the Power Platform community. 

Melissa is dedicated to leveraging ethical AI and responsible technology to create meaningful and efficient solutions for organisations. Winner of the TechWomen100 Award and Microsoft Rising Community Star 2025.

I make change happen. As Chief Commercial Officer, I thrive on taking breakthrough technology from idea to impact, scaling hard-tech innovation into real-world markets. An enthusiastic and energetic commercial operator, I excel at building relationships in highly complex contexts, from startups and scale-ups to large global corporates. With over 20 years of experience across engineering, innovation, and scale-up leadership, I bring new technologies to life, accelerate growth, and build lasting commercial success.

I am an award-winning mechanical engineering graduate with an MBA from Leeds University. I began my career in defence, building Challenger 2 main battle tanks, and have since focused on groundbreaking technology and services. This includes delivering innovation support at the Carbon Trust Incubator by enabling businesses to exploit low-carbon technology, establishing the £14m Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre at Sheffield Hallam University, developing and commercialising an outdoor badminton shuttle product, and breaking a world speed record on Channel 4 with Guy Martin. I continue to be a proud STEM Ambassador and a champion for Women in Technology.

Mariam Hussein is an award-winning software engineer, content creator, and community leader dedicated to making tech more accessible. Through her social media platforms (@mazzilio on TikTok), she shares realistic insights into breaking into the industry, helping thousands navigate their careers. As a Code First Girls Ambassador, Mariam actively mentors individuals from underrepresented backgrounds and organizes local meetups in Manchester to foster a supportive tech community.

Passionate about social mobility, she has led digital up-skilling initiatives focused on empowering women, girls, and non-binary individuals. Mariam has spoken nationally and internationally about the importance of digital up-skilling and how women and non-binary people can succeed in their first year in tech. She also represented the UK as a MIRAI Delegate with Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and a TOYP 2023 Delegate, where she met H.I.H. Princess Tomohito of Mikasa to discuss her work as a CFG Ambassador. Recognised for her contributions to diversity and accessibility in tech, Mariam continues to drive change through mentorship, public speaking, and content creation.

Within her role as a Software Engineer at On the Beach, Mariam is driving changes to leverage the latest innovations in tech to drive customer-centric features and experiences. By focusing on internal initiatives to foster an inclusive and tech-first approach within her team, Mariam’s passions of tech, DEI, and international relations powers her passions at this Manchester-born tech community.

Here’s something most leaders don’t realize, your employees are connected to ten times more people on LinkedIn than your company page.

And when they share content, it performs 561% better than corporate posts.

Now imagine this: your company has a thousand employees.

That’s not a workforce, that’s a thousand micro-influencers, each with their own stage, their own audience, and their own voice.

The only question is: are they silent or are they telling your story?”.

That’s the power of employee advocacy.

I’m Yvonne Boateng, international speaker, recognised employee advocacy strategist and LinkedIn trainer and coach. I’ve partnered with organisations including Amazon, Panasonic, standard chartered bank, bp, credit Suisse and more to deliver programmes that strengthen confidence, presence, and behavioural change.

As a former LinkedIn employee, I worked with clients to help them use the platform to achieve their business goals. And what I saw time and time again was that people outperform brands. And when you have a piece of tech to supercharge this, that is a huge competitive advantage.

Kehinde Ndede is a technology professional and emerging leader in the UK civil service. She is part of a CEO sponsorship programme preparing her for senior leadership while she delivers strategic change across her organisation. An alumni of the Cambridge Rising Women Leaders Programme, Kehinde is committed to empowering women to grow with confidence and clarity.

She mentors across workplace and university partnership programmes and supports individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds through a dedicated career development initiative. Kehinde also speaks to schools and early career audiences about tech, purpose and leadership. Her mission is to inspire women to lead with courage and authenticity.

I’m a Product Manager with over a decade of experience in digital transformation, data analysis, and platform innovation. I began my career digitising a university’s entire student management ecosystem, leading the development of the EduPortal,  a platform that modernised admissions, exams, and academic operations for thousands of learners.

After completing my MBA and strengthening my technical foundation through data analytics, I transitioned back into product management, where I have led SaaS migration of an enterprise contact centre transformation. I am passionate about intentional career reinvention, inclusive product leadership, and helping women navigate non-linear paths into technology.

Teyah is an accessibility enthusiast, and she brings this attitude into all areas of her work. She has a diverse background in Project and
Programme Management, Early Talent Recruitment, Software Engineering, Accessibility, Education, and Youth Development, amongst other areas.

Over the past 5 years during her time at Accenture, she has worked with over 2,000 young people, developed training programmes and learning curriculums, and supported many into Degree Apprenticeship roles, after completing one herself!

She firmly believes in harnessing the potential of technology to deliver positive impacts on individuals, communities and society.

Khaleelah Jones is a writer, historian, and growth leader whose work explores the overlooked economic contributions of women from 1450–1900. 

With a background in both academic research and technology leadership, she brings a unique perspective to the modern conversations about women’s work, progress, and the current cultural backlash. 

Khaleelah is currently working on a book that traces how women quietly built the foundations of modern economies — and why their stories matter more than ever for women in tech today.

Sophie Parker is a seasoned people professional with a decade of dedicated experience in the data centre industry. As a qualified Executive Coach and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Sophie has built a career centred on empowering individuals, fostering growth and unlocking human potential within highly technical and fast-paced environments.

From a working-class upbringing to Vice President at a global bank, her career has been shaped by resilience, honesty, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity. A single mother who built her career while managing chronic illness and late-diagnosed neurodivergence, she understands first hand the cost of trying to fit into environments that were not built for you.

An industry award winner and active coach, mentor, and sponsor, she speaks passionately about inclusion, leadership, and creating workplaces where women of colour can thrive.

Hannah Hagon is a global speaker, author, and founder of Unplugged Tots, pioneering a movement at the intersection of play, learning, parenting, and societal change. Her work empowers families, educators, and corporates to rethink childhood by blending STEAM, computational thinking, and creative problem-solving through hands-on, unplugged play.

Hannah’s book, published in the UK, US, and Canada, has earned the #1 STEM Education New Releases spot and numerous 5-star Amazon reviews, cementing her authority as a thought leader in innovative education. She champions the idea that small, intentional interventions in play and learning can reshape family dynamics, inspire curiosity, and foster the next generation of inventors.

Hannah combines actionable strategies, research-backed principles, and a playful, engaging style to help audiences embed creativity, resilience, and critical thinking in children’s lives. Her work demonstrates how education, parenting, and societal values intersect, showing how playful learning is a catalyst for lasting change.

Kloe Avon is the founder of RediHomes, a tech-for-good rehousing platform tackling homelessness through digital innovation and real-time support systems. 

A 40 Under 40 winner and social entrepreneur, she uses technology to connect communities, prevent housing crises, and turn social challenges into scalable solutions for change.

Grad software engineer who “fell into” tech and now wants to be the role model she didn’t have.

Padebi Ojomo is the founder of The GPT Club, a membership community helping over 1,000 small business owners master AI to work less, earn more, and keep more of what they make. 

Through hands-on workshops and practical training, Padebi teaches business owners how to use Generative AI (for content creation) and Agentic AI (for automation) to save 10-15 hours per week and cut operational costs by 30-50%—without needing any technical background.

Padebi's approach is refreshingly practical: no theory, no jargon—just AI tools you can build and launch in 2 hours. Her members include florists, consultants, coaches, accountants, and service providers across the UK who've transformed their businesses using her Two-Pillar Framework.

Based in Milton Keynes, Padebi runs regular in person AI workshops and is passionate about making AI accessible to small business owners who are brilliant at what they do but buried under admin they shouldn't be doing themselves.

Maureen Carruthers is a leadership and systems coach who helps tech teams reduce friction, improve collaboration, and navigate the invisible complexity middle managers wade through everyday. 

A former Support leader at Automattic—where she guided fully distributed, engineering-adjacent teams—Maureen brings a decade of experience translating vague strategy into real, sustainable results. 

Her work centers on demystifying the human parts of systems so middle managers in tech can lead as well as they program.

Marisa Kershaw – Treasury and Finance Product Manager within Enterprise products at Bloomberg. 

Marisa has close to 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, with deep expertise in Capital Markets and a background in Trading, Sales, Implementation, Product Management and Operations Management she is able to bridge across all aspects of the business. 

Working in different roles across the back and front office has given her a complete end to end perspective on the trade flow, which Marisa now uses in a wider remit as a Product Specialist at Bloomberg.

I work as a Technical Consultant with over 10 years' experience designing and delivering large scale technology transformations in a wide range of industries, specialising in Business Intelligence and Analytics. 

I am proud to be part of the IBM Mental Health Working Group and a Mental Health First Aider to improve communication, awareness and availability of support surrounding mental health at work. 

Aside from work, I volunteer for a charity where twice a week we cook and distribute meals to people who are vulnerable.

Creating. Enabling. Leading Transformation for Tomorrow. Luboslava Uram, an internationally recognized digital transformation leader, is currently the Chief Operations Officer and Managing Director at Solvd Group, a subsidiary of Allianz Group.

Luboslava brings extensive experience from the banking sector as well as the design and successful implementation of digital customer experience omnichannel platforms. With her roots in Slovakia, Luboslava gained extensive work experience with notable companies such as SAS, CapGemini, and UniCredit across Europe.

Luboslava is renowned across various industries as a thought leader in digital transformation. At Solvd, her mission is to develop a unified claims platform and accelerate the digitalization of the claims experience for all clients and partners.

Lisa Ventura MBE FCIIS is an award-winning cyber security specialist, published writer/author, journalist and keynote speaker. She is the Chief Executive and Founder of Unity Group Solutions Limited and of the AI and Cyber Security Association, a membership body and trade association that has been set up as the global voice of AI and cyber security and to promote the safe, secure, responsible and ethical use of AI. In addition, she is the Founder of Cyber Security Unity, Neuro Unity and AI Unity.

As a consultant Lisa also provides cyber security awareness and culture change training along with neurodiversity in the workplace training, and works with cyber security leadership teams to help them collaborate more effectively. She has specialist knowledge in the intersection of AI and cyber security, the human factors of cyber security/social engineering, cyber psychology, neurodiversity and diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion (DEIB). 

Lisa sits on the UK Chapter of the Global Council for Responsible AI, the Advisory Board of Business Leaders Accelerate, is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Information Security and is a judge for various sets of awards including the UK Cyber Security Awards, the CSO Awards, the Women in GRC Awards, the SC Awards and the Cyber OSPA’s.

More information about Lisa can be found on www.lisaventura.co.uk.

I’m a Business Analyst working in the tech sector, where I focus on helping teams turn complex ideas into clear, workable solutions. 

I’ve built my career in cross-functional environments, partnering closely with product, engineering and stakeholders to bring structure, clarity and momentum to digital projects. 

Much of my work centres on making sense of change whether that’s shifting priorities, new technologies or the growing influence of AI and guiding teams towards decisions that genuinely add value. I’m passionate about creating space for women to grow in tech, share what they know and feel confident about the impact they can make.

Strategic board-level leader with 20+ years' experience in FTSE 100 environments, specialising in digital transformation, SaaS platform governance, risk management, and diversity, equity and inclusion. 

Proven track record of delivering multi-million pound cost savings, driving organisational change, and influencing policy at executive and board level. 

Recognised for external impact as a charity trustee and industry award-winner.

Esra is a Product Innovation and Transformation leader with extensive experience in guiding organisations to adopt modern product practices and mindsets, creating sustainable, scalable ways of working that drive business value.

Specialising in Product Operating Models and Product Transformation, her work spans across sectors, including finance, fintech, logistics, and cybersecurity, for organisations such as the London Stock Exchange Group, METRO AG, WorldFirst, Motability, Snyk, Ziraat Bank and more.

Alongside this, she brings expertise in public speaking and thought leadership, regularly sharing insights on organisational change, product innovation in B2B, and the future of work.

Emilia started her career outside of the tech industry, and her journey into financial services and technology has shaped her passion for personal growth and development. Currently, she works in Barclays' Chief Control Office, where she oversees and manages technology-related risks across the organisation.

Emilia believes that the key to career growth lies in building your transferable skills, the abilities that move with you across roles and industries. Whether it’s strategic thinking, problem-solving, or relationship-building, Emilia has relied on these skills throughout her career transitions, showing that growth isn’t limited by your background, but by your willingness to learn and adapt.

She’s committed to creating environments where individuals can grow, align with broader goals, and feel empowered to do their best work. Her approach to development is all about fostering a mindset that embraces change, encourages collaboration, and leverages the unique strengths of each person.

Dominique Whyte knows what it means to live at the intersection of mind and machine.

With a background as a functional consultant on major technology rollouts, she became an expert at building efficient systems. However, the relentless pressure to "push through" the demands of the modern workplace led to her own burnout.

This personal crisis became a professional breakthrough. Dominique realised that our human operating system is outdated and ill-equipped to handle the pressures of the digital age. This profound insight transformed her from a systems implementer into a passionate advocate for "Human Alignment," a practical methodology she developed for reconnecting our minds to our purpose.

Dominique's work is a direct response to the growing problem of burnout and disconnection in our technology-driven world. She empowers individuals and organisations to command their technology, rather than being commanded by it. By sharing her story and her "Human Alignment" methodology, she offers a path to a more meaningful and sustainable way of living and working in the machine age.

Dominique now brings her unique, ground-level perspective to speaking engagements and keynote presentations, where she shares a powerful invitation to find meaning in our increasingly automated world. Her message is a timely and urgent call to upgrade our human operating system and reclaim our purpose.

Dami Lawal is a Leadership & Transformation Speaker with nearly two decades of experience in Project Management, Agile Delivery, and coaching high-performing teams across the Financial, Government, Automotive, and Technology sectors. She specialises in helping professionals lead with influence, communicate with confidence, and navigate complex workplace dynamics.

Alongside her corporate leadership journey, Dami also built a thriving design business, giving her a unique perspective on resilience, clarity, and self-leadership for women pursuing ambitious careers in demanding environments.

Anahita Mahmoudi is a digital consultant and leadership practitioner with a deep interest in wellbeing, mental health, and lifestyle design, bringing a holistic lens to both life and work.

With 13 years of consulting experience across more than 30 clients in the public and private sectors, she specialises in innovation and digital strategy. Her background includes over eight years in the humanitarian field and more than five years in leadership roles, where she is recognised for her strategic vision, intellectual breadth, and ability to guide diverse teams.

Known for her balanced lifestyle, Anahita coaches individuals on growth potential and life balance, covering themes such as goal setting, self-discovery, rest, stress management, and navigating personal and professional blocks.

She is the creator of Behind the Scenes, a newsletter that shares honest reflections from the heart of the corporate world and explores what truly lies behind digital experiences. Drawing on her Rotary Peace Fellowship and her 10 years practice as a yoga practitioner, she offers practical, grounded, and relatable advice for both emerging and experienced professionals.

A strong advocate for women’s empowerment, Anahita incorporates mindfulness and yoga into her daily routines and is passionate about raising awareness of preventative patterns, unconscious blockers, and lifestyle choices that support wellbeing, creativity and meanings.

Her ethos and approach consider the potential of the new generations as they lead us in the transition from the present time to a new future world. In 2017, she presented a leadership theory in the International Leadership Association's 19th Annual Global Conference in Brussels, Belgium. Her performance in the technology industry earned her 100TopWomeninTech award in 2019.

Her adventurous spirit comes alive through her love of dance and travel. She has lived in five countries and explored more than 30 worldwide.

With 13 years of experience in technology-driven organisations, Alison has built a career at the intersection of people, culture, and high-growth innovation. As an HR and People leader, she has spent the last five years working closely with tech founders and engineering leaders to build, scale, and develop high-performing teams. 

Her background spans business and people operations and customer success in fast-growing tech companies an experience that shaped her pragmatic, human-centred approach to leadership.

Balancing a full-time career while completing her CIPD Diploma, she has become a strong advocate for sustainable career development, emotional intelligence, and the power of honest communication. She brings a thoughtful perspective on maintaining wellbeing and balance in fast-paced environments, championing cultures where feedback, authenticity, and fun can thrive.

At Women in Tech events, she shares practical, real-world insights on career growth, building meaningful professional resilience, and shaping people-first tech teams that enable everyone to do their best work.

Digital and data transformation director with 17 years experience steering the strategy and execution of complex programmes that yield multi-million pound returns. Aligning people, tech, data and process to achieve business transformation objectives in regulated, global enterprises including Comcast, Sky and British Airways. Extensive experience integrating innovative tech and data products into business workflows and modernising technology platforms. Expertise in cloud adoption, advertising technology, governance, risk and compliance, automation and data product development.

Expert in structuring organisations for success and coaching diverse, high-performing teams. Creator of automated business processes and streamlined operating models that accelerate digital business. Winner of the ‘NextCIO’ and ‘100 Women in Tech’ Awards. Keynote speaker, author, board member, charity trustee.