I am a Gen Z innovation expert, with a career across the UK innovation ecosystem and as a representative on impactful boards at UCL and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
I have experience in running innovation challenges, innovation adoption and diffusion, strategic governance, smart and sustainable city design. My career spans working with local and central governments, universities and start-ups on several international initiatives to solve wicked problems and champion inclusive prosperity.
Casey is the Chair of Labour Digital’s Advisory Board and co-founder of the Women in Tech Policy Network. With over a decade of experience in London’s tech policy scene, she ran a Shoreditch-based start-up as the first employee, acted as the Head of Policy and Public Affairs at a British scale-up, and launched the tech policy consultancy practice at a global agency. There she worked with some of the world’s largest and most exciting tech companies. Notably, Casey was the key tech challenger lobbyist for the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act. Recognised as one of Politico’s top 20 key influencers on Labour’s tech policy, Casey was also named one of Computer Weekly’s Top 25 Most Influential Women in UK Tech for 2024.
Beth brings 20 years of experience at the intersection of Customer Experience, data-led storytelling, and artificial intelligence. Known for her ability to make the complex simple, Beth has earned a solid reputation for translating cutting-edge technology into meaningful business outcomes.
Simply put, Beth is passionate about using AI to solve real life problems.
Her career spans Enterprise Retail, SaaS technology, and AI for Good—with a particular focus on environmental and healthcare innovation. She’s led ambitious change programmes across some of the most challenging industries, consistently turning big ideas into tangible, measurable results. No tech theatre—just AI that delivers value.
Beth works to uncover smarter, more scalable ways of working. Her mix of strategic insight, customer-centric thinking, and coaching makes her a driving force behind impactful, human-focused transformation.
Ashly Jiju is a researcher and policy professional specialising in geopolitics and technology policy, with a focus on artificial intelligence and data protection. Drawing on experience across the UK, UAE, India, and Nepal, she bridges academic research, stakeholder engagement, and strategy consulting to thoughtfully address the complexities of technological change.
She holds an MPhil in Politics and International Studies from the University of Cambridge, where her research focused on how AI and big data reshape privacy, security, and global governance. She also holds a BA (Hons.) in Political Science with Economics from Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi. She is dedicated to advancing innovation that benefits society through thoughtful and ethical governance.
Ashly has played a key role in advancing high-impact initiatives addressing complex challenges in technology and governance. She has engaged with governments, companies, NGOs, and international bodies to craft strategies, lead research, and drive policy development. Her work includes contributing to multiple books and policy reports, advising a rapidly expanding digital media startup, and leading large-scale fundraising efforts for projects focused on digital inclusion and worker support. She has led sizeable, cross-functional teams and designed digital safety programmes that have empowered thousands to engage confidently and safely in digital spaces.
Anushka Sharma is a leading voice in space innovation and inclusive technology strategy. As the founder of Naaut, her past work includes supporting NASA’s AI accelerator, ESA-backed initiatives, building partnerships across the global AI and technology ecosystem and was previously Senior Technical Programme Coordinator for DiRAC, a national supercomputing facility. Before space she worked in politics, growing the UK startup and deep tech ecosystem and was Protocol Manager for the Olympic Stadium – London 2012.
At the Space Academic Network (SPAN) she builds relationships across academia, industry and government to advocate for UK academics and researchers in Earth Observation, Space Science and Engineering, Space Environment, and Space for Society. In addition, she sits on the Oversight Committee for the UK Regional Centre of the Square Kilometre Array, one of the world’s most ambitious scientific collaborations.
As Co-founder of the London Space Network, Anushka has built one of the UK’s most vibrant space communities, now over 2,000 members strong, with monthly events connecting 90+ organisations across industry, academia, and government.
A recognised science communicator, Anushka appears regularly on national and international media to share insights on the societal impact of space. Her 12+ accolades include Top 100 Asian Stars in UK Tech and Computer Weekly’s Most Influential Women in UK Tech (2020–2024).
She is a connector, ecosystem builder, and trusted voice on the future of space and technology.
Amy Church is Head of Information Security at Ticketer and Partner at Oxford Infosec, a boutique consultancy supporting SMEs and start-ups with ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, GDPR, and PCI DSS compliance. She is ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor qualified, with deep expertise in information security, AI governance, and policy development.
Amy specialises in turning complex standards into clear, practical policies that empower organisations to innovate safely and responsibly. She also leads Cyber Dave, a child-friendly AI safety initiative helping children, parents and educators build digital resilience and confidence with AI.
Alina Timofeeva is a globally recognised leader in AI, Data, and Digital Transformation, with a proven track record of driving large-scale change across public and private sectors in the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. She has held senior roles at Oliver Wyman, KPMG, and Accenture, advising global institutions and working closely with Boards, CIOs, and CROs to align technology with regulatory and strategic priorities.
As an Influence Board Member of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, Alina actively shapes national tech policy. Her passion lies in empowering the next generation—particularly women and individuals from underrepresented or underprivileged backgrounds—to discover the power and beauty of data and technology, believe in themselves, be seen and heard, and realise their full potential. In doing so, she helps unlock wider contributions to the economy, society, and communities.
A LinkedIn Top Voice and a regular speaker at Davos, London Tech Week, and other leading forums, Alina is also a State Guest and trusted media commentator. She has received eight national awards, including Digital Leader of the Year and Most Inspirational Person of the Year.
Alina is reshaping global narratives around technology by placing ethics and human impact at the centre. Her mission: to inspire 50 million people through technology, resilience, and opportunity.
Dr Alexi Drew FRSA MBCS is a leading technology policy expert specialising in AI governance and digital rights, currently serving as Technology Policy Adviser at the International Committee of the Red Cross where she leads global advocacy on emerging technologies in humanitarian contexts. With a PhD in cyber-security and international governance from Royal Holloway, University of London, she has extensive experience translating complex AI risks into actionable policy recommendations across government, humanitarian, and private sectors. She co-authored the Humanitarian AI Framework for the UK Humanitarian Innovation Hub and actively evaluates AI project funding applications from organisations worldwide, whilst her policy work has directly influenced EU AI Act provisions and UN discussions on autonomous weapons systems. Previously a Senior Analyst at RAND Europe and Postdoctoral Research Associate at King’s College London, Alexi serves on advisory boards for the Department for Science, Technology & Innovation and the UK Humanitarian Innovation Hub, combining academic rigour with practical experience in shaping international technology governance frameworks.
Aimee Carton is a leading voice at the intersection of AI-driven innovation, tech policy, and ethical governance. An exited entrepreneur with a background in behavioral science and experience scaling AI systems across global organizations, Aimee focuses on how emerging technologies can be designed and deployed to prioritize inclusion, safety, and human impact. Her work spans the regulation of AI in startup ecosystems, collaborative approaches to responsible innovation, and the advancement of online safety frameworks—especially for vulnerable populations. A passionate advocate for diversity in tech, Aimee also champions equitable skills development and education as critical pillars of future policy, ensuring that AI transformation is both just and accessible.