Welcome our new guest Evie Dineva, Group Head of Data Engineering and Data Science at Gymshark. Evie shares her journey to Gymshark and what drew her to the team’s culture. Discover how Gymshark’s tech and data teams thrive on principles like innovation, collaboration, and a garage mentality. The interview highlights: ? The ever-evolving world of technology ? Uncover the secrets of data ethics and integrity ? Learn the magic of mentorship Watch the full interview to discover how she’s shaping the future of tech and what it’s like to lead in the world of data. To learn more about Code First ..read more

#REPRESENT is back with a new guest, Christina Scott, Chief Product and Technology Officer at OVO. Over the next thirty minutes, we talk about sustainable ways to be energy efficient from doing your washing at 4 a.m. to using solar panels to charge your car! But most importantly, we talk about how we as a nation can help to reach our Netzero targets. Christina hails from a mechanical engineering background, so she’s not only an expert on what happens inside the drawing room but also on-site - whilst also being a super-mum to her children. We also get an insight into OVO’s initiatives and why t ..read more

Exciting times ahead in banking! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Usha Newland, CIO of Customer Care at Barclays. We delve into the evolving landscape of technology and finance. Usha shares her insights on transforming the banking experience and the future of AI.   Usha’s journey also underlines the tech field’s dynamic nature. She’s a firm advocate for continual learning, urging you to be bold, question the norms, and ride the waves of innovation. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie, her message resonates: curiosity and innovation are the keys to staying at the forefront o ..read more

We were lucky enough to sit down with National Grid’s Chief Information and Digital Officer Sarah Milton-Hunt. As the UK continues the fight against global warming, National Grid is at the centre of decarbonizing the power system. What is Sarah’s perspective on future technology and how it will help us achieve NetZero? We find out. As a seasoned technology leader, we ask Sarah how diversity in tech teams can be a superpower. She discusses transformational leadership and the environment she has found helps her team to feel psychologically safe, unfearful to fail and truly innovative.   If ..read more

Lauren Sager Weinstein, Chief Data Officer at Transport For London, shares how she uses data to solve problems with tech. How do we provide better service for customers whilst also building their trust? Simple answer, through data!  The world of transport offers so many opportunities to get involved with, from the data management side to the engineering - and we need more women getting involved! We know you can do it. From simply starting with self-learning to joining community groups like Women In Transport, saying yes to new opportunities can surely be the start of an amazing journey ..read more

Did you know that the Deputy CTO of Sainsbury's used to fill jam donuts in their stores?   Karen Brown, Deputy Chief Technology Officer, shares her journey from working in Sainsbury's' stores to now leading a technical team of hundreds over the course of the last 31 years. Jumping from organisation to organisation has been a common trend for the younger workforce, but Karen is a prime example of how the sky's the limit when you work for a company that nurtures your talent. Interview highlights: ? How Karen manages feelings of impostor syndrome & process of self-improvement ? The ..read more

Ever felt out of your depth as a woman working in tech?  Sarah Liddell, Chief Product Officer of femtech leader Elvie, was one of four women in a team of 240 engineers when she started ?  Sarah was a single mum when she went back to uni to study design engineering. Armed with aspirations to build a pushchair that ACTUALLY folded (amongst other things) Sarah's mission to use technology to fulfil the underserved needs of women was set…  ...enter Elvie, the UK's leading femtech that is championing female-centric products including pelvic-floor trainers and wireless breast pumps ..read more

 Did you know that the Deputy CTO of Sainsbury's used to fill jam donuts in their stores? ?  Karen Brown, Deputy Chief Technology Officer, shares her journey from working in Sainsbury's' stores to now leading a technical team of hundreds over the course of the last 31 years.  Jumping from organisation to organisation has been a common trend for the younger workforce, but Karen is a prime example of how the sky's the limit when you work for a company that nurtures your talent.  Interview highlights: ? How Karen manages feelings of impostor syndrome & process of self-impr ..read more

Ever felt out of your depth as a woman working in tech? Sarah Liddell, Chief Product Officer of femtech leader Elvie, was one of four women in a team of 240 engineers when she started ? Sarah was a single mum when she went back to uni to study design engineering. Armed with aspirations to build a pushchair that ACTUALLY folded (amongst other things) Sarah's mission to use technology to fulfil the underserved needs of women was set… ...enter Elvie, the UK's leading femtech that is championing female-centric products including pelvic-floor trainers and wireless breast pumps ? Our interview h ..read more

No matter how many times you hear it, it's still worth hearing: There is no 'one path' to a career in technology. In this episode, Anna is joined by Carol Johnson, IT Director at Telegraph Media Group and founder of Women In Tech Not Just Code. This episode covers Carol's journey from a junior administrative role to leading the IT infrastructure at one of the UK's largest media institutions. The conversation also covers the technical and commercial challenges of running the tech side of a modern media business and the growth of demand for inclusion and diversity in business. Carol's organisat ..read more