Ruby Raut
Ruby Raut, a Nepali-born environmentalist, is the co-founder and CEO of WUKA (Wake Up Kick Ass), the UK’s first reusable […]
2026
2026 Novi Awards
Now in its 16th year, the Novi Leadership Summit and Awards honours the impact of female leadership, innovation and entrepreneurism
Griselda Togobo
Griselda began her career as an electrical engineer, she then veered into business having been influenced by the challenges and
Arti Halai (Host)
With over three decades of experience in TV presenting, media, and business, Arti Halai is a specialist in confident communication,
Fabienne Viala
Fabienne Viala is an accomplished board director and former CEO with over 35 years’ experience leading construction, energy, and services
Dr Carol Marsh OBE
Dr. Carol Marsh OBE is the Engineering Director at Celestia-UK, and innovated SME, who have developed the world’s first Ka-Band
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Gisela Abbam Hon FBSA, FRSA
Gisela Abbam FRSA is the Chair of the General Pharmaceutical Council – the regulator for the 90,000 plus Pharmacy profession
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Elizabeth Vega OBE
Elizabeth is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of leadership in digital transformation and business innovation. She champions social
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Jessica Gwaringa
Jessica was born in Zimbabwe and moved to the UK over 20 years ago where she went on to work
Karen Finlayson
Karen was a senior partner and worked for PwC for 27 years, joining in 1997, becoming a director in 2008
Anna Keeling
Anna is a dynamic Chief Executive Officer and global executive with over two decades of global leadership experience across the
Erica King
Erica is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) with over 20 years of experience in professional
Richelle Schuster
Richelle’s career in business transformation and innovation has focused on tackling the toughest commercial challenges for businesses at all stages
Gillian Hosier
Gillian is Head of Philanthropy for The Open University and brings over 11 years’ experience in fundraising for the higher
Hannah Duraid
Hannah Duraid is a multi-award-winning young entrepreneur, best known for founding The Great Escape Game, an immersive escape room attraction. Since
Ajaz Ahmed
Ajaz Ahmed is best known for being the founder of Freeserve, which was once the UK’s largest ISP and is
Lisa Kelly
Lisa assumed the role of Head of BTC UK & Ireland in January 2016. She is also a member of
Lara Oyesanya
Lara is a seasoned financial services chief legal officer, general counsel, and company secretary with international experience. She’s skilled in
Debra White
Recently retired Customer Experience Director, Small Business Banking, HSBC UK Debra White has been a Retail and Commercial Banker with
Professor Nigel Lockett
Professor Nigel Lockett is a senior academic, experienced mentor, serial entrepreneur and community leader. Currently an Emeritus Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Strathclyde,
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Matt Turner
Matt is the Group CEO of Ello Group, the customer engagement specialists helping brands to acquire, retain, reward and excite customers through a number of recognisable offerings including tastecard, Coffee Club