Statistics reveal that women make up just 26% of the UK technology industry, underscoring the importance of spotlighting those who are making a significant impact. In this post, we focus on exceptional women tech leaders in London who are pushing the boundaries of innovation. From driving digital transformation in multinational corporations to pioneering data strategies and leading cutting-edge technology teams, these women are shaping the future of tech. Here’s a closer look at some of the top women in tech in London, listed in alphabetical order, who are inspiring the next generation of leaders.
Amanda Murphy, Head of IT - Core Functions at AstraZeneca
Amanda Murphy is a seasoned IT leader with over two decades at AstraZeneca, holding roles from IT Project Manager to Head of IT for Core Functions. She has led technology strategies across HR, Global Business Services, Legal, Compliance, and Corporate Affairs. Amanda is also a prominent advocate for diversity and inclusion in the tech industry, actively promoting gender equality and supporting women in technology.
Anastasia Cammaroto, CIO at Barclays UK
Anastasia Cammaroto is a technology executive with expertise in leading IT teams and managing complex technology operations. She has a strong focus on digital transformation, strategy implementation, and advancing technological solutions. Known for her ability to drive impactful initiatives, Anastasia aligns IT strategies with broader organizational goals, fostering innovation and efficiency.
Cait O'Riordan, Vice President, Product Management at Google
Cait O'Riordan is a product management executive with a focus on creating digital products that enhance user engagement and business growth. Her expertise lies in developing product strategies and optimizing user experiences. She has a history of guiding successful product launches and leading teams to achieve strategic objectives.
Charlotte Baldwin, Global Chief Digital & Information Officer at Costa Coffee
Charlotte Baldwin is a leader in digital and information technology with a strong background in developing digital platforms and enhancing customer experiences. Her work involves leveraging technology to optimize business processes and drive operational efficiency. She plays a pivotal role in navigating digital transformation initiatives within organizations.
Cheryl Razzell, Head of Compute (Solution Architecture) at AWS
Cheryl Razzell is a technology leader with a specialization in solution architecture and cloud computing. She has extensive experience in designing scalable architectures and implementing cloud-based solutions. Her ability to drive operational efficiency and lead innovative technology initiatives is a key aspect of her career.
Claire Dickson, CDTO at Haleon
Claire Dickson is an experienced leader in digital and technology, having held key roles at DS Smith, BP, and Accenture. She has a strong track record in technology strategy, program delivery, and IT management. Claire holds a BA in German Studies from the University of Nottingham and has led multiple high-impact projects, including FVC Transformation at BP. She is passionate about driving business change and creating value through technology.
Clare Barclay, President, Enterprise & Industry, EMEA at Microsoft
Clare Barclay is an executive known for driving business transformation in the technology sector. Her expertise includes leading diverse teams and implementing strategies that enhance customer engagement. She emphasizes digital transformation and customer-centric approaches to adapt to changing markets and achieve growth.
Deepika Adusumilli, Chief Data and AI Officer at BT Group
Deepika Adusumilli is a strategic C-suite product leader with nearly two decades of experience driving growth and innovation across the UK and US. Skilled in bridging strategy, marketing, product development, and engineering, she has scaled consumer digital products in B2C, B2B2C, and B2B industries. A champion for diversity and inclusion, she leads high-performing teams of over 80 individuals and amplifies underrepresented voices through speaking engagements, fostering impactful solutions globally.
Derya Matras, Vice President UK, Northern Europe, Middle East and Africa at Meta
Derya Matras is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in diverse markets and teams. Since joining Meta in 2015, she has led business operations across Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, the UK, and Northern Europe, helping businesses grow using Meta's platforms. Previously, she held leadership roles in media, retail, and consulting, including at McKinsey & Company. Derya is known for her people-first approach and data-driven decision-making.
Diane Berry, PhD, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Phoenix Group
Diane Berry, PhD, is a data and analytics leader with expertise in data governance, analytics, and digital transformation. She has a proven track record of driving data strategy and implementing analytics programs that deliver business insights. Diane is recognized for her ability to leverage data to optimize performance and support organizational decision-making.
Eugenia Planas, CIO for Markets Banking Payments and Resolution at Bank of England
Eugenia Planas is an accomplished leader in IT and service delivery, with extensive experience managing complex technology services and projects across various industries. She has a strong track record in stakeholder management, IT strategy, and operational excellence. Eugenia is committed to fostering inclusive leadership and driving diversity in tech, leveraging her expertise to mentor and support teams in delivering innovative, impactful solutions.
Ghida Ibrahim, PhD, VP of Product and Data at Sector Alarm
Ghida Ibrahim is a technology, product, and AI leader with extensive experience across sectors like big tech, telcos, and scale-ups. At Meta, she led AI and analytics initiatives to scale its computing infrastructure and support investments in Gen AI and the metaverse. A PhD graduate from Institut Polytechnique de Paris, she has advised global organizations on AI and emerging technologies, delivered 100+ talks, and created online courses with 30k+ reach. Recognitions include Franco-British Young Leader and WEF Expert Fellow.
Gillian Channer, Vice President of Product Management at Mitek Systems
Gillian Channer is a product management professional with extensive experience in product innovation and development. She leads product initiatives, conducting market research and implementing strategies that meet market demands. Her ability to deliver high-quality, user-centric products has been integral to her success.
Helena Marques, VP, Head of Cloud, Digital Solutions & Platforms at NTT DATA UK&I
Helena Marques is a seasoned technology leader with expertise in digital strategy, modern applications, and sustainable IT. With over two decades of experience, she has driven digital transformation and cloud strategy initiatives, leading cross-functional global teams. Passionate about diversity, Helena actively supports empowering women in tech and shares her insights on challenges and successes at industry events. She is skilled in IT strategy, P&L management, and leveraging GenAI for innovation.
Helena Nimmo, Global CIO at IFS
Helena Nimmo is an accomplished technology leader with a career spanning global organizations such as Nokia, Symbian, Fujitsu, and Thomson Reuters. Known for driving transformation, she combines expertise in economics, marketing, and business to lead impactful change. Helena thrives on motivating teams, solving complex challenges, and aligning technology with strategic goals.
Jess Ridout, Head of Data and Digital Consulting at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
Jess Ridout is a specialist in data and digital consulting, guiding organizations through digital transformation. She implements data-driven strategies to optimize performance and drive growth. Her ability to translate data insights into actionable business strategies has helped organizations navigate the complexities of the digital landscape.
Joanne Hannaford, CIO & CPO Corporate Bank at Deutsche Bank
Joanne Hannaford is a technology leader with a focus on overseeing IT operations and driving digital transformation. She enhances IT capabilities and operational efficiency, aligning technology initiatives with business objectives. Her strategic approach supports organizational growth and resilience in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Lisa Heneghan, Global Chief Digital Officer at KPMG International
With over 30 years in the technology sector, Lisa Heneghan drives enterprise-wide digital transformation, enabling organizations to be agile, customer-centric, and cost-efficient. She has a strong focus on financial services and is passionate about diversity, sponsoring initiatives to advance women in tech. Lisa has led groundbreaking programs, including digital workplace transformations, innovation centers, and talent development initiatives, delivering maximum value from technology investments.
Lisa Marena, VP of Information at Just Eat Takeaway
Lisa Marena is an information management professional with experience in overseeing IT and digital initiatives. She focuses on developing strategies that enhance information governance and lead teams through complex IT projects. Her commitment to driving digital transformation supports organizational growth and innovation.
Mivy James, Chief Technology Officer, Defence Digital (secondment) at UK Ministry of Defence
Mivy James is a distinguished technology leader with experience in the defense and digital sectors. She focuses on leading digital initiatives and enhancing technology capabilities, contributing to digital transformation efforts. Her strategic vision ensures that technology advancements align with defense sector needs.
Norma Dove-Edwin, Chief Digital and Information Officer (Interim) at Rolls-Royce
Norma Dove-Edwin is a digital and information officer with expertise in driving technology strategies and overseeing digital transformation. She aligns IT initiatives with business goals, delivering innovative solutions that enhance digital capabilities. Her leadership is key to advancing operational efficiency and supporting growth.
Nadine Thomson, President Product Deployment & Operations at choreograph
Nadine Thomson is an award-winning digital leader with cross-sector expertise in driving business transformation through technology, data, and digital innovation. With a passion for fostering talent and diversity, she mentors young and diverse individuals, inspiring future tech leaders. Recognized globally for her impact, Nadine combines strategic vision and a dedication to building high-performing teams to deliver exceptional results across industries.
Pamela Maynard, Chief AI Transformation Officer, MCAPS at Microsoft
Pamela Maynard is a technology leader passionate about driving innovation, sustainability, and inclusion. As CEO of Avanade, she led 60,000+ employees to deliver impactful digital solutions globally. With a people-first approach, she champions employee well-being, diversity, and belonging as drivers of innovation. A London native, she has held leadership roles across Europe, focusing on empowering organizations and closing the digital divide to ensure equitable access to technology.
Sam Kini, Global CIO & CISO at Unilever
Sam Kini is a senior executive with extensive expertise in IT strategy, operations, and cybersecurity. Her career spans across various industries, where she has successfully implemented large-scale IT transformations, enhanced security frameworks, and led teams in delivering resilient technology solutions. Sam is recognized for her strategic leadership in technology and risk management.
Sharon Peters, Global CIO at Boldyn Networks
Sharon Peters is a global technology leader passionate about driving innovation, empowering diverse teams, and delivering impactful solutions. With expertise in enterprise tech, retail systems, and large-scale transformations, she champions DEI through initiatives like tech returners, job share programs, and mentoring. Recognized for fostering collaboration and flexibility, Sharon builds trusted relationships and simplifies complex challenges to achieve sustainable change.
Shiri Mosenzon Erez, CPO at Ocado Technology
Shiri Mosenzon Erez is a product leader with extensive experience in product management and strategy. Her expertise includes scaling product organizations, building innovative product roadmaps, and leading cross-functional teams. With a background in both B2B and B2C environments, she is skilled in driving product vision and development to meet market demands and customer needs. Shiri is passionate about leveraging technology to create impactful products that enhance user experiences and drive business growth.
Sanja Kon, Vice President, Europe at Circle
Sanja Kon is a seasoned digital executive, entrepreneur, and bestselling author of Web3 and Blockchain 4 Women. A champion for diversity and inclusion, she mentors startups and empowers women in tech through her advocacy and public speaking. Sanja has transformed the payments landscape, notably as Co-founder of Utrust (now xMoney), driving crypto integration in commerce. With global expertise, she inspires innovation and change, building bridges to a more inclusive future.
Stacey Wills, IT VP & CIO EMEALA at Johnson Controls International
Stacey Wills has a deep background in IT leadership, focusing on program management, mergers and acquisitions, and driving operational efficiencies. With expertise in overseeing complex IT environments, she has led global teams and successfully managed large-scale integration projects. Stacey is known for her ability to align IT initiatives with business strategies to drive growth and innovation.
Suzanne Steele, VP and Managing Director, UK/I, Middle East and Africa at Adobe
Suzanne Steele is a dynamic business leader passionate about creating opportunities for people in high-growth markets, fostering collaboration, and driving digital transformation. Known for her energetic, action-oriented approach, she champions inclusive environments where individuals can thrive, regardless of their background. Suzanne is committed to leveraging technology to enable exceptional experiences and unlock potential for customers, employees, and businesses worldwide.
Vandana Ohri, Vice President of Technology at Publicis Sapient
Vandana Ohri is a technology leader with extensive experience in delivering digital transformation and large-scale technology solutions. She is skilled in leading teams through complex IT projects, driving operational efficiency, and aligning technology strategies with business goals. Vandana has a background in building high-performing teams and implementing innovative technology solutions.
These accomplished women are not just leaders in their respective fields; they are trailblazers paving the way for a more inclusive and innovative tech industry. Their contributions extend beyond their roles, as they mentor, advocate, and inspire others to pursue careers in technology. In an industry that is rapidly evolving, their expertise and vision are invaluable. By celebrating their achievements, we aim to encourage more women to join the tech community and drive the momentum toward a more diverse and dynamic future. Become a Host of the Top Women in Technology London Celebration and help us amplify their impact while fostering a stronger, more inclusive tech ecosystem.
