TechWomen4Boards

Agenda & Speakers

Upcoming Events

26 January 2026: From Executive to Influencer: Crafting Your Personal Brand

Join us for an insightful online event exploring the journey of a senior executive evolving into a recognized influencer. Discover how strategic personal branding—through networking, authoring books, publishing articles, having personal web pages and leveraging LinkedIn—can amplify your voice, expand your professional impact, and open new opportunities. Learn actionable strategies to elevate your presence and transform your executive experience into lasting influence.

Moderator

Rúna Magnúsdóttir

Rúna Magnúsdóttir

Co-Creator

Exploring Boxes

Speakers

Sandy Carter

Sandy Carter

COO

Anne Leslie

Anne Leslie

Head of Cloud Risk EMEA

IBM
Dr. Márcia Balisciano

Dr. Márcia Balisciano

Chief Sustainability Officer & Global Head of Corporate Responsibility

RELX
Donatien Chedom Fotso

Donatien Chedom Fotso

Data Science and AI leader

24 February 2026: Human vs AI: Is Recruitment Today Truly People-Centric?

As technology increasingly shapes executive recruitment, a growing gap is emerging between automated processes and the human insight needed for strategic leadership appointments. This TechWomen4Boards panel explores the evolving role of human capital in an AI-driven recruitment market and addresses the discrepancies affecting senior talent acquisition today.

Hear from leading recruiters and headhunters as they share their perspectives on how AI tools are reshaping the executive search landscape — from efficiency gains to potential biases — and how these changes impact board-level and C-suite appointments. The discussion will explore practical strategies for maintaining a people-centric approach, ensuring diversity, and preserving human judgment in decisions that shape the future of leadership.

This session is designed for senior executives, aspiring board members, and decision-makers who want to understand the intersection of technology, talent, and governance in today’s competitive recruitment market.

Moderator

Rustum Bharucha

Rustum Bharucha

Group Director

Speaker

Keeley Jones

Senior HR Talent Acquisition Executive

Rabobank

June 2026: Celebrating Female Business Owners

Luxembourg Embassy

3rd July 2025: Demystifying AI

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!

Speakers

Shraddha Shetty

Shraddha H Shetty

Global Head of Digital Strategy

Marcus Evans Group

Committee Member

Faye Murray

Faye Murray

Chief Data Officer

Emrys Technology & Consultancy

Committee Member

Past Events

9 December 2025: The Boardroom Talks: Jaguar & Hyundai

Same Road, Different Crashes — Are Boards Ready for Cyber Risk?

This session provides a comparative analysis of the cyber incidents involving Jaguar (UK) and Hyundai (Germany), with a focus on governance, oversight responsibilities, and board-level decision-making. Expert presentations will be followed by an interactive discussion designed to deepen understanding of cyber risk as a strategic board issue. Attendance is limited to ensure a high-quality, confidential exchange.

Speakers

David JH Aston

David JH Aston

Advisory Board Member

Emrys Technology & Consultancy
Anne Leslie

Anne Leslie

Head of Cloud Risk EMEA

IBM
Sabika Ishaq

Sabika Ishaq

Chief Information Security Officer and Head of Information Security

Grant Thornton

November 2025: Grill the Investors

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.

From understanding what they truly look for in startups, to how they evaluate risk, and their vision for female-led businesses, this is your chance to get honest insights and straight answers.

📧 Send your questions in advance to: maja@techwomen4boards.co.uk

Subject line: “I got a question”

Step into the spotlight—because the best questions deserve the best answers.

Moderator

Dr. Marijana Mionić Ebersold

Dr. Marijana Mionić Ebersold

Advisory Board Member

Speakers/Investors

Dr Damian Zech

Dr. Damian Zech

Board Member • CEO/COO • Investor

Lisa Barclay

Lisa Barclay

Investor • VC • Advisor

Love Ventures
Dr. Dominique Eggerton

Dr. Dominique Eggermont, MD

CEO/Founder • Investor

WITiMediX
Meera Shah

Meera Shah

Investor

Nesta Impact Investments

1st October 2025: Gala Dinner & TechWomen4Boards Leadership Awards

We invite you to an unforgettable evening at the Black-Tie Gala Dinner, where we’ll celebrate the TechWomen4Boards Anniversary. This exclusive event promises a three-course meal, inspiring speeches, and an engaging panel discussion featuring distinguished leaders from the C-suite, government, and expert sectors.

We are excited to host this prestigious occasion at the renowned Caledonian Club in Belgravia, with generous support from the University of Essex.

Keynote Speaker

We are honoured to welcome Professor Maria Fasli, the first UNESCO Chair in Data Science, Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Essex, and a leading authority in Computer Science. Professor Fasli will share her pioneering insights on technology and leadership.

Panel Discussion: AI & Women’s Security: Risks, Biases, and Opportunities for Protection.

Master of Ceremonies

Tarisai Garande

Tarisai Garande

Committee Member

techwomen4boards

Key Speakers

Zana Aston, EMBA

Zana Aston EMBA

Chief Executive Officer

 

Emrys Technology & Consultancy

CEO and Founder

Professor Maria Fasli

Professor Maria Fasli

Vice-Chancellor

Moderators

Dr Ruth Wandhöfer

Dr. Ruth Wandhöfer

Head European Markets

Rúna Magnúsdóttir

Rúna Magnúsdóttir

Co-Creator

#NoMoreBoxes

Speakers

Monica Sasso

Monica Sasso

Global Financial Services Digital Transformation Lead

Sabika Ishaq

Sabika Ishaq

Chief Information Security Officer and Head of Information Security

Grant Thornton
Claire Harrison

Claire Harrison

Future DBT Digital Director,
Department for Business & Trade (DBT)

Department for Business and Trade
Shkendije Himaj

Shkendije Himaj

CEO & Founder

Finance in Action
Rt Hon Baroness Pauline Neville-Jones

Rt Hon Baroness Pauline Neville-Jones

Conservative Peer, House of Lords; former Minister for Security and Counter Terrorism

House of Lords

Judges

Alderman Professor Emma Edhem

Durham Space Research Centre

Durham University

President

City Livery Club
Hedwige Nuyens

Hedwige Nuyens

Chief Executive Officer

International Banking Federation

Chair

European Women on Boards
Andreas Galatoulas

Andreas Galatoulas

Data, Analytics & AI Director

AECOM
Marili Anderson

Marili Anderson

Managing Director,
Head of UK Compliance

 

Rabobank
Lujaina Mohsin Darwish

H. E. Lujaina Mohsin Darwish

Honorary Consul of the Republic of Africa in Oman

Foreign Ministry of Oman
Biyi Oloko

Biyi Oloko

Chairman, Stephen Simeon Limited and Director, Vital Aviation Ltd

 

9th September 2025: The Boardroom Talks: Patagonia vs Shein 'Planet or Profit'

Can Boards Have it Both Ways?

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?

Speakers

Pamela Wolf

Pamela Wolf

Senior Sustainability Leader

techstars Sustainability Paris

Committee Member