An entrepreneurial product leader with 20 years experience building digital products and services for large enterprises, growth-stage as well as early-stage startupsMore...
Andrea Otto-Davidson
Product Launch Specialist - I help launch your ideas@People Partner Plan
Verified
As B2B and B2C Product Marketing and Launch Specialist I have successfully overseen and executed numerous product launches, driving significant growth and market recognition.
My expertise in strategic planning, project management, and cross-functional team leadership has enabled me to consistently deliver projects on time and within budget.
I have a proven track record in identifying and capitalising on market opportunities to drive revenue growth.
My innovative and creative approach to problem-solving has led to the development of unique and impactful marketing strategies that effectively engage target audiences.More...
Emma Lawton
Speaker and Consultant
Verified
Emma Lawton is a dynamic creative professional, speaker, and advocate based in London, whose multifaceted career spans design, technology, and the arts. Diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at the age of 29, she has transformed her personal journey into a powerful platform for innovation and inclusion.
As the (formerly active) Co-Founder of More Human, a tech start-up leveraging machine learning to foster inclusive community events, Emma and the team aim to address social isolation by empowering organisers to create engaging, accessible gatherings.
She now helps charities and corporates to understand the importance of accessibility, great user experience for all and beautiful brand stories through her Consultancy and Strategy work.
Emma's creative pursuits are equally impactful. She is an accomplished artist, with exhibitions like "Happy Place" supporting charitable causes. Her foray into stand-up comedy brings humour to the complexities of living with Parkinson's, earning her accolades and audience acclaim. As a seasoned speaker, Emma has delivered five TEDx talks and presented to diverse audiences, sharing insights on resilience, change, accessibility, and personal branding.
Emma's contributions have been recognised with numerous honours, including the Innovate UK Women in Innovation Award (2023), an Honorary Doctorate in Inclusive Design from the University of Greenwich (2022), and inclusion in Management Today's 35 Women Under 35 list (2017).
Through her diverse endeavors, Emma Lawton exemplifies how creativity and technology can intersect to drive social change and empower individuals facing health challenges.More...
Marianna Recchia
Transformation Consultant@EOS GmbH
Verified
Marianna has 10+ Years in Product Leadership developing and launching solutions for the automotive and industrial automation market. She currently works as transformation consultant for EOS GmbH enhancing digital transformation and new go-to-market strategies for additive manufacturing applications.
She is a former Longevity Tech Entrepreneur and continue to advise longevity and age tech startups and corporates in activating age friendly policies and in designing products that appeal more generations.More...
Dr Caroline Whitfield
Venture starter. Coach. educator. International deal maker@Westerbridge
Verified
Hi I have a PHD in international business focused on entrepreneurship, teach this freelance and in universities (+econ). My main role is in advising businesses how to enter new international markets and creating MVP propositions that will work across cultures / borders. I've run large scale NPD processes and centre on consumer good or consumer facing tech. INSEAD MBA, Oxford Law means I can translate an idea into a compelling business plan or marketing proposition. I am also running a start up in the wellbeing space and travel widely around Europe / North Africa/ UAE and South East Asia so am very literate in different business / start up contexts.More...
Dario de Wet
Founder & General Partner@LTV Capital
Verified
Prior to founding LTV Capital, Dario was a Principal at Anthemis, a market-leading global fintech investor, where he was responsible for fund investments. During his early tenure at Anthemis, Dario built and invested into early-stage embedded finance plays in partnership with BBVA. He then co-led the development of a first-of-its-kind fund supporting media founders, to financially empower creators in industries traditionally known for their extractive practices.
Before joining Anthemis, Dario was an early employee at emerging markets fintech JUMO, where he helped spearhead the company’s early international expansion efforts. He was also involved in the joint venture creation of Ringier One Africa Media (ROAM), which is now Africa’s largest classifieds group.
Dario received a double undergraduate major, in Business Science Finance & Accounting (FCA), and a Master of Business Science in Finance, from the University of Cape Town. His dissertation, “Tencent Holdings Limited: An IPO Case Study,” was completed in record time, has been downloaded 10 000+ times and has been cited in numerous scholarly publications.
Most recently, Dario was recognised as one of the industry’s “40 Rising Stars under 40” by Venture Capital Journal.
Outside of work, he is an ex-125cc motorcycle road racing champion. He is also an advisor to the Finetwork Mir Racing Team, supporting talented young racers competing in the FIM JuniorGP World Championship, as the final step on the 'Road to the MotoGP', where is actively involved.More...
Marina Ieridou
Creative Director@studio [lamarina]
Verified
A few words about myself:
I believe in multi-disciplinarily and exchange of ideas across fields, as I believe that is where true innovation lies.
Unprecedented ideas and concepts but also questions asked, is what wakes me up everyday and gets me to work.
In regards to my work experience:
I have worked on many different scales and types of projects, from large music festivals, to museums, to brand activations for corporate
giants like META AI, to intimate dinners for social change. The two things that are always constant throughout my projects, curiosity and play.More...
Guy Naor
Industrial Designer@Pentagram
Verified
Guy is a highly skilled Industrial Designer and multidisciplinary creative based in London. Until last year, was serving at Pentagram, a globally-renowned multidisciplinary design firm. He holds an impressive portfolio of innovative design solutions, blending aesthetics and functionality with equal finesse, with a strong focus on consumer electronics, innovation and emerging technologies. As a designer, Guy is driven by a deep curiosity, and the challenge of solving complex problems and the satisfaction of seeing his work impact the world in a positive way. Guy's holistic approach to design, backed by a diverse creative experience in multiple industries, and a wide skill set, continue to drive him to engage with projects that combine design, technology and innovation, with a positive impact in mind.More...
Lee Ashby
Founder & CEO@Deli
Verified
Lee is a founder and experienced operator. With over 10 years of experience working across operations, strategy, product and programme management.
Most recently, Lee founded a fintech startup, Deli, to help businesses and their customers get out of problem debt.More...