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What our community says
![Elizabeth Akorita-1](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/Studio%20-%20May%202024/Tech%20Speakers/Elizabeth%20Akorita-1.jpg)
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
![Rose Gowen](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Rose%20Gowen.jpg)
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 Competition Winner
![Jyotsna Chandrani (1)](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Jyotsna%20Chandrani%20(1).jpg)
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
![Neha Adapala](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Neha%20Adapala.jpg)
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 Competition Winner
![Jess Evans (1)](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Jess%20Evans%20(1).jpg)
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
![Shiloh Amah](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/Content%20Imagery%20(960x670)/Shiloh%20Amah.jpg)
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 Competition Winner
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 Competition Winner
![Donia Kaloussi](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Donia%20Kaloussi.jpg)
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
![Georgina Lonergan](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Georgina%20Lonergan.jpg)
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 Competition Winner
Meet Our Inspiring Mentors
![Charlotte Baldwin](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Charlotte%20Baldwin.jpg)
Charlotte Baldwin
CIO, Costa Coffee
![Elizabeth Akorita](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Elizabeth%20Akorita%20(1).jpg)
Elizabeth Akorita
Deputy Director, Digital Delivery, Government of the United Kingdom
![Deborah Haworth](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Deborah%20Haworth.jpg)
Deborah Haworth
CISO, Penguin Random House
![Sara Mubasshir](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Sara%20Mubasshir%20(1).jpg)
Sara Mubasshir
Head of Business Analysis & Change, London Business School
![Belinda Finch](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Belinda%20Finch.jpg)
Belinda Finch
CIO, Three
![Tanya Hannah](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/tanya%20hannah.jpg)
Tanya Hannah
CIO, AON UK LIMITED
![Christina Scott](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Christina%20Scott.jpg)
Christina Scott
CTO & CPO, OVO Energy
![Anna Barsby](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Anna%20Barsby.jpg)
Anna Barsby
Chief Product & Technology Officer, 888 Holdings
![Alison Davis](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Alison%20Davis.jpg)
Alison Davis
CIO, GE Healthcare
![Georgina Owens](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Georgina%20Owens.jpg)
Georgina Owens
CTO, William Hill International
![Jacqui Lipinksi](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Jacqui%20Lipinksi.jpg)
Jacqui Lipinksi
CIO, Royal College of Art
![Joanna Drake](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/TechGirl%20Mentors%20(480x480)/Joanna%20Drake.jpg)
Joanna Drake
CIO, THG
![Jyotsna Chandrani](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Jyotsna%20Chandrani%20(1).jpg)
Jyotsna Chandrani
Director, Operational and Resilience Risk Tooling, HSBC
![Claire Deuchar](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Claire%20Deuchar.jpg)
Claire Deuchar
CIO , RNLI
![Joanna Pamphilis](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Joanna%20Pamphilis%20(8).jpg)
Joanna Pamphilis
CDIO, UniCredit
![Jess Evans](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/US%20Speakers/Jess%20Evans.jpg)
Jess Evans
Former CIO, Vanderbilt University
![Laura Kendrick](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/tanya%20hannah%20(1).jpg)
Laura Kendrick
CIO, IPG Mediabrands
![Laura Gilbert](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Laura%20Gilbert.jpg)
Laura Gilbert
Director of Data Science, 10 Downing Street
![Randi Levin](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Randi%20Levin.jpg)
Randi Levin
White House Advisor, The White House
![Samantha Wilson](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Samantha%20Wilson%20(2).jpg)
Samantha Wilson
CIO, Digital - Retail
![Lauren Wilson](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Lauren%20Wilson.jpg)
Lauren Wilson
Cybersecurity Leader, EDF Energy
![Bridgid Nzekwu](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/HubSpot%20People%20(480x480)/Bridgid%20Nzekwu.jpg)
Bridgid Nzekwu
Moderator, Presenter, Executive Coach,
![Natalia Hunt](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/Content%20Imagery%20(960x670)/Natalia%20Hunt.jpg)
TechGirl Competition
Do You Have What It Takes?
TechGirl's competition is your chance to shine! Join us in highlighting the brightest talents in our community and seize the opportunity to meet our mentors. We host an official award ceremony in both the UK and USA so you'll have the chance to meet your mentor face to face.
TechGirl Mentor
Become a TechGirl Mentor and empower the next generation of female leaders in technology. Share your expertise, offer guidance, and inspire young women to pursue fulfilling careers in tech. Apply here to join our mentorship program and make a meaningful impact today. Apply to be a TechGirl Mentor
![techgirl mentors](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/techgirl%20mentors.jpg)
![TechGirl Lunch](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/Article%20Body%20Images/TechGirl%20Lunch-1.jpg)
TechGirl Community Partners
TechGirl Community Partners play a critical role in the bi-annual mentoring and competition for girls entering the technology industry. These organisations provide crucial support through work experience, coaching, mentoring, and access to relevant events, empowering young girls to thrive in the dynamic tech sector by offering valuable career opportunities and guidance.
TechGirl Education Champions
TechGirl Education Partners are educational institutions committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to giving young women the best possible opportunity to embark on a career in technology.
As TechGirl Education Partners, these schools and colleges encourage pupils to participate in the TechGirl programme, co-host events and programmes in partnership with HotTopics, and focus on fostering diverse, inclusive learning environments that show students how technology is a viable and realistic career. Apply to be a TechGirl Education Partner today.
![techgirl group picture](https://hottopics.ht/hubfs/techgirl%20group%20picture.jpg)