Tech Policy Expertise: Fintech & investment

  • Alieda Moore-Berry

    Alieda Moore-Berry is a leading voice at the intersection of digital finance, public policy and engagement, with over a decade of experience influencing financial policy in the UK and Europe. As Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and Digital Advocacy at Citibank, she leads high-stakes advocacy and policy strategy shaping the future of banking and digital finance.

    Previously at the Bank of England, Alieda worked at the forefront of digital finance policy, navigating the regulatory challenges of financial innovation from inside one of the world’s most influential central banks. Her experience across both public and private sectors gives her a distinctive ability to bridge regulatory ambition with real-world developments.

    Recognised for her ability to translate complex policy issues into accessible messages for diverse audiences, Alieda is a compelling public speaker who regularly addresses international forums on digital finance, leadership and engagement. She is a passionate advocate for inclusive leadership and fostering diverse cultures, and has been recognised as a Top 50 EMpower Future Leader for her impact in this space.

  • Rose Beaumont

    Rose Beaumont is a highly accomplished senior executive with a distinguished career spanning technology, social media, FinTech & Payments, and entertainment. Having held leadership positions at some of the world’s most influential global brands, she brings exceptional expertise in steering complex multinational teams and shaping strategies that thrive at the intersection of innovation, policy & regulation and purpose.

    With decades of experience advising senior leadership teams, she has become a trusted voice in navigating the global landscape of policy and regulation.

    She is a passionate champion of women in leadership and a tireless advocate for aligning business success with social impact.

    She is adept at driving advocacy at the highest levels, ensuring businesses are not just participants but shapers of the global dialogue on technology, commerce and culture.

  • Emma Dunn

    Emma Dunn is the co-founder of Friday Initiatives, a data company building practical tools and strategies that help organisations understand, govern and get value from their data. Friday works across the UK, Europe, Asia and Australia, supporting clients from government bodies to high-growth startups. Emma’s work focuses on shaping Friday’s direction, translating complex data and regulatory issues into clear narratives, and guiding how the company engages with partners and stakeholders as it scales.

  • Laura Contin

    Laura leads Monzo’s public policy work with a focus on the fintech’s international expansion in the EU and the US. She also leads on Monzo’s work on AI and innovation, with a focus on engagement with UK regulators. Monzo can have to Prior to joining Monzo, Laura was Director of European Affairs at Whitehouse Communications where she advised companies on how best to engage with policymakers to achieve meaningful policy change.

  • Dina Rickman

    Senior director at GoFundMe, the world’s largest fundraising platform.
    Also launched two national news sites.

  • Mia Haffety

    Mia joined techUK in September 2023 within the Digital Infrastructure and Climate team(s) before transitioning to the Digital Economy team in April 2024.

    Before joining techUK, Mia worked as a Senior Policy Adviser at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) sitting within the Policy Unit.

    Outside of work, Mia enjoys running, yoga, bouldering and art.

  • Flora Coleman

    Flora Coleman is a seasoned global leader in public affairs, policy, and communications, with over a decade of experience shaping regulatory and reputational outcomes for some of the world’s most prominent fintech and technology firms. Most recently Director of Global Policy and Government Relations at Klarna, she led cross-functional teams on both sides of the Atlantic, driving strategy on AI, financial services, credit, and competition policy. Her earlier tenure at Wise saw her deliver a landmark win on cross-border payments regulation in the EU and spearhead the firm’s ESG and CSR agendas.
    Flora is widely recognised for her deep network and policy campaigns. She was recently named one of Europe’s top tech lobbyists by Sifted and has written on regulatory innovation in American Banker, arguing for proportionate frameworks for BNPL. She also addressed global consumer advocates on digital wallet safety at the 2023 Consumers International Summit in Nairobi.
    In addition to her executive roles, Flora serves as an Ambassador for InnovateHer, a Steering Board Member of the Startup Coalition, and an Industry Panel Member for Consumers International. Her portfolio reflects a consistent commitment to responsible innovation and stakeholder collaboration.
    With a track record across the UK, US, EU, and Australia, and a style that blends strategic clarity with delivery excellence, Flora brings valuable experience and perspective at the intersection of regulation, communications, and technology.

  • Ashlie Tarpley

    Ashlie Tarpley is an experienced consumer financial services attorney with over a decade of practice advising financial institutions and government agencies on complex compliance and contracting challenges. Her career spans litigation, regulatory counseling, and policy development, giving her a unique perspective on how laws and regulations impact day-to-day business operations.

    Ashlie’s experience includes:

    – Leading federal regulatory compliance examinations;

    – Counseling clients on privacy, data security, and financial services compliance strategies;

    – Advising on the rollout of innovative products and services;

    – Designing organizational policies and procedures;

    – Overseeing contracting programs and negotiating commercial agreements;

    – Developing and delivering compliance training; and

    – Shaping financial services and housing policy in government.

    In 2025, Ashlie founded Tarpley Templates and Legal Research (TTLR) to make high-quality legal support accessible to organizations navigating growth, innovation, and regulatory risk. TTLR provides attorney-drafted contract templates, practical legal research, and fractional counsel support tailored to tech-driven businesses.

    With her combined litigation, regulatory, and policy experience, Ashlie helps clients anticipate risks, structure stronger contracts, and build compliance frameworks that support sustainable growth. Through TTLR, she is committed to empowering organizations to negotiate smarter, comply with confidence, and achieve lasting success in an evolving financial and regulatory landscape.

  • Victoria Roberts

    Victoria specialises in helping innovative companies navigate the politics and public policy that interact with their innovations, drawing on a career spanning nearly 20 years across the public and private sectors.

    Her experience includes Director of FinTech Delivery Panel at Tech Nation, Head of Government Affairs for Innovate Finance, and UK and Brexit Public Policy Director at Aviva. She has also served as Private Secretary to the UK Minister for Industry.

  • Sabrina Steele

    I am passionate about navigating and influencing digital policy as I think it offers an interesting mix of existing and new policies. For example, I enjoy how it offers the opportunity to build evidence and create novel solutions or apply existing legislation/regulations where they work in a similar sector.

    I currently work as a senior associate at Inline Policy, providing policy and regulatory analysis and political strategy for innovative tech businesses across the tech sector. I previously worked at the ICO where I led on data protection and generative AI, engaging with and influencing some of the largest tech firms. Prior to this, I worked at DSIT on various digital related policy areas including the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Bill.