The women taking to the stage at TechFoundHer Summit 2026 – are leading the charge – embody the power and positivity of women on the rise and using tech to shake up the status quo. Our gathering has gone global – let’s learn from and inspire each other!
- Catherine Grey – is an entrepreneur, investor and author best known for producing the documentary Show Her the Money, which highlights the challenges women face in accessing venture capital and the importance of investing in female founders.
- Lata Setty – Serial tech entrepreneur turned investor and venture capitalist, Lata leverages her expertise in science, tech, law and business to rocket fuel female founded startups.
- Erika Aquino is a startup founder, community builder and advocate for diversity in tech and entrepreneurship, focused on supporting innovation, leadership and opportunities for women in business.
- Prof Maura Mc Adam – is a professor, researcher and internationally recognised expert in entrepreneurship, leadership and innovation, with a particular focus on female entrepreneurship, business growth and the challenges faced by women founders in scaling companies.
- Barbara McCarthy is an experienced entrepreneur, mentor and business strategist known for supporting startups, scaling businesses and championing female entrepreneurship in Ireland.
- Dr Lollie Mancey is an anthropologist, futurist and innovation expert known for her work exploring human behaviour, technology, culture and the future of work through research, media and public engagement.
- Dr Áine Kerr is an entrepreneur, journalist and co-founder of Kinzen, a technology company focused on online trust and safety, with a strong background in media innovation and digital policy.
- Dr Niamh Shaw is an engineer, scientist, performer and science communicator who combines technology, storytelling and space exploration to inspire curiosity, creativity and greater public engagement with STEM.
