SHORLTIST GUIDE 2026

INSPIRATIONAL WOMAN OF THE INDUSTRY

Jennifer L. Bryan, ABChange Consultancy Ltd

Jennifer L. Bryan is a globally recognised thought leader, speaker, and author redefining what sustainable success looks like in the startup ecosystem. In high- growth environments driven by speed and disruption, she addresses the often- overlooked human cost: burnout, disengagement, and misalignment. Through her latest book, journal articles, podcast appearances, and keynote speaking, she reaches thousands of leaders globally, equipping them with simple, practical tools to act on real-time emotional insight. By reframing change as a human experience, Jennifer is turning emotion from an overlooked risk into a powerful strategic advantage, helping organisations improve engagement, decision-making, and

results while scaling sustainably. www.JenniferLBryan.com

Naomi Owusu, Tickaroo Naomi Owusu, co-founder and CEO of Tickaroo, is an inspiring leader transforming how audiences engage with journalism in real time. Since founding Tickaroo in 2011 and pivoting it into a live content platform for professional newsrooms, she has scaled the business into a global solution used by over 450 publishers worldwide. Under her leadership, Tickaroo has helped media organisations boost retention, engagement, and revenue, powering major live coverage during pivotal national events, including the U.S. elections. Naomi combines commercial vision with a people-first leadership style and a strong commitment to diversity, mentoring future talent, and supporting inclusive pathways into journalism. tickaroo.com Dhosjan Greenaway-Dalini, Bia Innovate Dhosjan Greenaway-Dalini is the Founder & Fractional CFO at Bia Innovate, a keynote speaker, podcast host, and diversity advocate. With over 20 years of experience across Tech, AI, and other sectors, she has made it her mission to democratise access to expert financial, commercial, and execution strategy for underrepresented founders. She recently launched the AI-powered Bia App, with 95% of beta users from diverse backgrounds. Her podcast, The Dhosjan Show, reaches listeners across 36 countries, with over 80% of its audience being women. An Imperial College MBA graduate, Dhosjan leads with purpose and delivers with impact. biainnovate.com

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