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TechGirl

Driving purpose & impact

Empowering the next generation, together

TechGirl is more than an initiative—it’s the purpose at the heart of the HotTopics community. As a global network of 19,000+ senior tech executives, we believe in connecting leaders and inspiring action, and TechGirl is where that action becomes real.

By mentoring, guiding, and championing young women in tech, we are shaping the future of our industry, ensuring that the next generation has the access, opportunities, and confidence to thrive.

What is TechGirl

TechGirl is a global initiative designed to break barriers and build careers for ambitious young women aged 16+ in education. Through mentorship, real-world challenges, and industry-led learning experiences, TechGirl connects future female leaders with today’s most influential executives.

As members of the HotTopics community, we don’t just talk about the future of tech—we actively build it.

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How you can support

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Mentor the next generation

Share your experience, insights, and leadership with young women exploring careers in tech.
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Speak at TechGirl events

Inspire future leaders through masterclasses, workshops, and The Studio’s global stage.

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Support the TechGirl Festival

Be part of our flagship innovation challenge, where young women tackle real-world tech problems with industry mentors.

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Partner with us

Align your brand with the future of technology and help drive real change in the industry.

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Get involved: TechGirl Festival

Live from Cambridge United Football Club

The HotTopics TechGirl Festival 2025 is a high-energy event designed to inspire, challenge, and connect the next generation of female leaders in technology. Find out how you can be involved.

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TechGirl mentors

TechGirl is built by the leaders who power today’s tech industry—leaders like you.

Join us in shaping the future of technology.

Joanna Pamphilis

Joanna Pamphilis

SVP, CIO Global Head of Investments and Securities Digital Products, UniCredit

Lara Burns

Lara Burns

Chief Digital Officer, The Scouts

Alex Butler

Alex Butler

Transformation Director, United Response

Laura Kendrick

Laura Kendrick

CIO, IPG Mediabrands

Elizabeth Akorita

Elizabeth Akorita

Deputy Director, Digital Delivery, Government of the United Kingdom

Sara Mubasshir

Sara Mubasshir

Head of Business Analysis & Change, London Business School

Anna Verdian

Anna Verdian

Founder, Axelrod.ai

Sabah Carter

Sabah Carter

Chief Data, Intelligence and Technology Officer, Financial Services Compensation Scheme

David Germain

David Germain

NED, Portfolio Career

Mathew Mallett

Mathew Mallett

Chief Digital and Information officer, Chartered Insurance Institute

Anna Barsby

Anna Barsby

Chief Product & Technology Officer, 888 Holdings

Nareni Hourican

Nareni Hourican

Digital Transformation Director - Global Head of Digital & Innovation, Brown-Forman

Lauren Wilson

Lauren Wilson

Cybersecurity Leader, EDF Energy

Paul Smith

Paul Smith

CIO, Amnesty International

Georgina Owens

Georgina Owens

CTO, William Hill International

Lauren Dally

Lauren Dally

Director of Application Delivery, Ardonagh Group

Krenar Muhidini

Krenar Muhidini

Director of Engineering, EML Payments

Giles Lindsay

Giles Lindsay

Chief Information Officer, Lif3away Inc.

Jyotsna Chandrani

Jyotsna Chandrani

Director, Operational and Resilience Risk Tooling, HSBC

Darryl Beckford

Darryl Beckford

Director of Architecture, BT Group (EE, Plusnet)

Srilakshmi Tella

Srilakshmi Tella

VP, Products, McKesson

Claire Deuchar

Claire Deuchar

CIO , RNLI

Dianna Pieper

Dianna Pieper

CEO and Founder, Innovus Techne

Eugi Bartolo

Eugi Bartolo

CPTO, Sifted

Jess Evans

Jess Evans

Former CIO, Vanderbilt University

Tanya Hannah

Tanya Hannah

CIO, AON UK LIMITED

Laura Gilbert

Laura Gilbert

Director of Data Science, 10 Downing Street

Randi Levin

Randi Levin

White House Advisor, The White House

Samantha Wilson

Samantha Wilson

CIO, Digital - Retail

Charlotte Baldwin

Charlotte Baldwin

CIO, Costa Coffee

Christo Gouws

Christo Gouws

Technology & Data Director, Marine Stewardship Council

Jevern Partridge

Jevern Partridge

CIO, Rexel UK Limited

Bridgid Nzekwu

Bridgid Nzekwu

Moderator, Presenter, Executive Coach,

Christina Scott

Christina Scott

CTO & CPO, OVO Energy

Jason Parkhouse

Jason Parkhouse

CIO UK&I, Experian

Deborah Haworth

Deborah Haworth

CISO, Penguin Random House

Louise de Beer

Louise de Beer

Director of Software Engineering, JVR Solutions

Joanna Drake

Joanna Drake

CIO, THG

Alison Davis

Alison Davis

CIO, GE Healthcare

Carol Chen

Carol Chen

CMO, Shell

Jacqui Lipinksi

Jacqui Lipinksi

CIO, Royal College of Art

Hear from the TechGirl community

Neha Adapala

It was so inspiring to see a room full of powerful women in the technology space and it definitely made me excited to see what I and the other winners of this award are able to do with the fantastic ideas.

Neha Adapala - TechGirl Community member

Georgina Lonergan

It's been an invaluable experience to connect with such brilliant minds. Thank you to HotTopics, Peter Stojanovic, and the rest of the team for organizing this event. I'm already looking forward to the next one!

Georgina Lonergan - TechGirl Community member

Rose Gowen

Connecting with like-minded students and delving into insightful discussions about the future of technology with some of the top female leaders in this field was truly invaluable. I am so grateful to HotTopics for organising this incredible opportunity.


Rose Gowen - TechGirl Community member

Shiloh Amah

I have been connected to so many amazing people - from established and successful people in the field of technology to like-minded peers whom I can discuss ideas with and build connections with. 


Shiloh Amah - TechGirl Community member

I am proud to be part of TechGirl, an initiative that empowers and encourages young women in tech – values that resonate deeply with me.

Precious Boateng - TechGirl Community member

Jyotsna Chandrani (1)

Proud to be part of this amazing platform created by HotTopics to make technology a diverse career choice and amplifying the power of our individual networks collectively to make a difference.

Jyotsna Chandrani - Global Head of Change Risk Assessment at HSBC & TechGirl Mentor

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Absolutely delighted to have been a mentor in this fantastic initiative! It was my pleasure to contribute to such a meaningful cause. Kudos to the entire team for fostering a future generation of talented young women in tech!

Elizabeth Akorita - Group Deputy Director, Digital at Department for Science, Innovation & Technology & TechGirl Mentor

Jess Evans (1)

I LOVE being able to give back to those who are seeking mentorship. I am honoured to be a mentor for HotTopics and help future/current female technology professionals in their TechGIRL program.

Jess Evans - Senior Innovation Advisor at Quantum Thinking & TechGirl Mentor

Donia Kaloussi

HotTopics brilliant initiative, TechGirl, is a community of inspirational female technology leaders coming together to help support and nurture girls entering or considering entering the technology sector.

Donia Kaloussi - Enterprise Account Director - Talent Solutions at LinkedIn

Partner with TechGirl

Join an initiative shaping the future of tech by empowering the next generation of female leaders. As a partner, you’ll align your brand with a purpose-driven mission, gaining visibility among the world’s top tech executives.

Your support—whether through mentorship, sponsorship, or resources—creates real impact, opening doors for young women in technology. Partnering with TechGirl also connects you with future talent, helping build a stronger, more diverse industry.

Join us in driving meaningful change and shaping the future of tech.

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Be part of something bigger

Support TechGirl and help us drive real change in the tech industry

By joining TechGirl, you’re not just supporting an initiative—you’re investing in the next generation of innovators, ensuring they have the mentorship, connections, and opportunities to succeed.