Events
One of our missions is to deliver meaningful value to our networks, communities, organisations, and individuals by organising insightful events featuring credible speakers and addressing timely, relevant topics.
Some are face-to-face and some are online for more global reach.
Please note that registration via Eventbrite or Luma is needed for all events.
Networking Dinner
Date: 25 March 2026
Time: 7pm-10pm GMT+3
📍 Location: Istanbul, Türkiye
Excited to host our inaugural TechWomen4Boards networking dinner in Istanbul next week.
This event will bring together professionals of all genders to connect, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships across industries and countries. It will be an opportunity to discuss cross-border careers, leadership pathways, board opportunities, and the value of strong international networks.
We look forward to an evening of insightful conversations, new connections, and building a community that supports professionals navigating careers across borders.
Join us!
The Boardroom Talks: Geopolitics Impact on the Boardroom
Date: 31 March 2026
Time: 6pm-7pm GMT
📍 Location: Online
Attendees will gather for “The Boardroom Talk” to discuss the growing importance of geopolitics in boardroom decision-making. The session will highlight how global political trends, regulatory shifts, and international relations influence corporate strategy, risk oversight, and leadership priorities in today’s interconnected business landscape.
Chairs: Ana Andres del Valle , Kruthika A. Bala
*For executive members and per invitation only
Date: 8 June 2026
Time: 6pm-9pm UK time
📍 Location: Luxembourg Embassy, London
Celebrating Female Founders’ impact during London Tech Week with an exclusive, VIP event in partnership with the Business Club Luxembourg.
Speakers: TBC
VIP Event – Per Invitation Only
Date: 30 June 2026
Time: From 6pm BST
📍 Location: The Caledonian Club, London
Join us for this black-tie event celebrating TechWomen4Boards anniversary with a three course meal, key speakers and an insightful panel of C-level, government and subject matter experts followed by TW4B Awards & Certifications.
Master of Ceremonies: Ana Andres del Valle
Key speakers: Dr Marta Fernandez De Arroyabe Arranz
Moderators: TBC
Judges: Marili Anderson, David E. Garamella MPA, JP, Biyi Oloko, Dr. Damian Zech, Rt Hon Baroness Pauline Neville-Jones, Dr. Nashwa Saleh
Speakers: TBC
Stripe Female Founders Networking
Date: 22 September 2026
Time: From 6pm BST
📍 Location: 201 Bishopsgate
Building Internship Brand Reputation
Date: TBC
Time: TBC
📍 Location: Online
How to build a company’s reputation as a leading internship destination in the evolving recruitment landscape: are internship programmes keeping pace?
Speakers: TBC
Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: Online
Join us for an insightful online webinar designed for executives and decision-makers with little or no technical background. This session will demystify Al, covering its fundamentals, real-world applications, and impact on business strategy. Learn how Al enhances decision-making, efficiency, and customer engagement while gaining practical insights on integration and risk management. With expert guidance and interactive discussions, this webinar will help executives understand how to leverage Al for a competitive edge. Don’t miss this opportunity—register now!
Leading: Shraddha H Shetty, Faye Murray EMBA
Past Events
Date: 24 February 2026
Time: 6pm-9pm UK time
📍 Location: The event will be hosted by Rabobank, 60 London Wall, London EC2M 5SH
As technology transforms executive recruitment, the gap between automation and the human judgment needed for strategic leadership hires is widening. With AI now influencing board and C-suite selection, human insight is more essential than ever. The panel will bring together top recruiters to explore how to balance technological efficiency with people-centric, equitable leadership decisions.
Moderator: Rustum Bharucha
Speakers: Keeley Jones, John Hall, Carla Serra, Nadia Edwards-Dashti
Date: 26 January 2026
Time: 6pm UK time
📍 Location: Online
Explore how a senior executive builds influence through networking, writing, publishing, and a strong LinkedIn presence—turning experience into a powerful personal brand.
Moderator: Rúna Magnúsdóttir
Speakers: Donatien Chedom Fotso, Anne Leslie, Sandy Carter, Dr. Márcia Balisciano
Date: 23rd
Time: From 7:00 pm (European time)
📍 Location: Walliser Kanne (traditional Swiss restaurant)
Lintheschergasse 21, 8001 Zurich
Speakers: TBC
As the World Economic Forum week in Davos is about to begin, we are delighted to invite you to a long-standing TechWomen4Boards tradition — our closing dinner in Zurich.
Each year, this dinner offers a relaxed and convivial setting to reconnect, reflect on the conversations and insights from the week, and continue building meaningful relationships within our community.
The Boardroom Talks: Jaguar & Hyundai
Same Road, Different Crashes: Are Boards Ready for Cyber?
Date: 9 December 2025
Time: 6pm London
📍 Location: Online
Explore cyber risk through a comparative analysis of Jaguar (UK) and Hyundai (Germany). Expert presentations and open discussion will highlight board decisions, governance lessons, and strategies for managing crises.
Speakers: David JH Aston, Anne Leslie, Sabika Ishaq
Date: 13 November 2025
Time: 5pm GMT
📍 Location: Online
Turn the tables and grill the investors at this November’s exclusive online event for female founders. For once, it’s not about pitching your ideas—it’s about asking the questions that matter most and seeing the investors in the hot seat.
Moderator: Dr. Marijana Mionić Ebersold
Speakers/Investors: Dr. Damian Zech, Lisa Barclay, Dr. Dominique Eggermont, MD, Meera Shah
Date: 1 October 2025
Time: From 6pm BST
📍 Location: The Caledonian Club, London
Join us for this black-tie event celebrating TechWomen4Boards anniversary with a three course meal, key speakers and an insightful panel of C-level, government and subject matter experts followed by TW4B Awards.
Master of Ceremonies: Tarisai Garande
Key speakers: Zana Aston EMBA, Professor Maria Fasli
Moderators: Dr. Ruth Wandhöfer, Rúna Magnúsdóttir
Judges: Alderman Professor Emma Edhem, Hedwige Nuyens, Andreas Galatoulas, Marili Anderson, H. E. Lujaina Mohsin Darwish, Biyi Oloko
Speakers: Sabika Ishaq, Monica Sasso, Claire Harrison, Shkendije Himaj
The Boardroom Talks:
Patagonia vs Shein
'Planet or Profit' - Can Boards Have it Both Ways?
Date: 9 September 2025
Time: 6pm BST
📍 Location: Online
This boardroom debate weighs Patagonia’s sustainability against Shein’s profits, challenging capitalism: can ethics and financial success truly coexist, or does choosing one sacrifice the other?
Speaker: Pamela Wolf
Date: 10 June 2025
Time: 6pm BST
📍 Location: Luxembourg Embassy, London
TechWomen4Boards is honoured to host this exclusive event in collaboration with the Business Club Luxembourg – United Kingdom, at the prestigious Luxembourg Embassy during London Tech Week!
Speakers: Zana Aston EMBA, Erika Szita-Szegedi, Kasia Hayward, Michael Charles Borrelli, Samaher Garbaya
*VIP Event – Per Invitation Only
Date: 16 April 2025
Time: 6pm
📍 Location: Online
TechWomen4Boards invites its Executive members to an exclusive online discussion on the BP 2010 crisis, focusing on its implications and key governance lessons for corporate boards. This event will provide a deep dive into the role of boards in crisis management, risk oversight, and ethical decision-making.
Chair: Kruthika A. Bala
*For executive members and per invitation only
Date: 3 March 2025
Time: 6pm
📍 Location: Online
TechWomen4Boards, in partnership with the IoD Finance and FinTech Group, are organising this insightful event for a global reach celebrating International Women’s Day.
Speakers: Zana Aston EMBA, Shelli Brunswick, Yvonne de Ville, Dr Emma Edhem, Dr Christyl Johnson, Esther van der Zee – Teeken
Date: 12 February 2025
Time: 1pm
📍 Location: Online
Join our online event exploring how entrepreneurs and executives drive leadership, innovation, and growth.
Learn how both shape culture and create lasting impact in their fields.
Speakers: Arouba Zubair, Preeti Jalla Razdan
Moderator: Lenna Lou
Date: 9 January 2025
Time: 6pm
📍 Location: Online
In light of Theranos’ collapse in 2021, we discuss:
- The dangers of over-hyping technology and startup culture.
- Board governance and due diligence failures in high-growth companies.
- The consequences of lack of transparency in innovation-driven industries.
Chair: Ana Andreas Del Valle
*For executive members and per invitation only
Executive Christmas Dinner
Date: 3 December 2024
Time: 6.15pm
📍 Location: Shangri-la Ting Restaurant
This evening was not only a celebration of the year’s achievements, but also an opportunity to discuss our strategic roadmap for the year ahead.
We were joined by our esteemed guests and supporters, all driven by a shared commitment to TechWomen4Boards’ mission: fostering diversity in boardrooms, empowering women in tech leadership, supporting female-led startups, and advancing our bold vision and objectives.
Date: 20 November 2024
Time: 6pm
📍 Location: Online
This insightful session will explore the rise and fall of Credit Suisse, delving into key issues like risk management failures, leadership instability, and regulatory challenges.
Chair: Dr Damian Zech
*For executive members and per invitation only
Date: 2 October 2024
Time: 6-8pm
📍 Location: William Blair International
We are thrilled to announce the official launch of TechWomen4Boards, an exclusive event dedicated to empowering women in tech and board leadership.
Speakers: Zana Aston, EMBA, Stephanie Mount, Esther van der Zee – Teeken, Marili Anderson, Andreas Galatoulas, Sumitra Varma, Alexander Scott
Date: 10 September 2024
Time: 1pm
📍 Location: Online
Learn how to create and utilise your unique personal brand to achieve success.
Speakers: Lenna Lou, Rúna Magnúsdóttir, Sharesz T. Wilkinson, Dr. Maja Zelihic, Roxana C. Nistor