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TechGirl

Your future in Tech starts here

TechGirl is a global community for young women aged 16+ in education who want to explore a future in technology.

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TechGirl community

TechGirl is designed to help you discover opportunities in the tech industry, build skills, and connect with people who can support your journey.

Through mentorship, hands-on experiences, and exclusive masterclasses, you’ll gain practical knowledge, industry insights, and the confidence to take your next step.

No matter where you’re starting from, TechGirl is here to guide and support you every step of the way.

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Why join TechGirl

Join a community built to kickstart your career in tech. Gain access to masterclasses, one-on-one mentorship, hands-on work experience, workshops, and inspiring discussions—all designed to give you the skills, confidence, and connections to succeed.

Start your TechGirl journey today

Take the first step towards your future in tech.

Learn from industry leaders

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Gain insights from top leaders shaping the future of tech

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Access exclusive opportunities through mentorship and events

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Build confidence and leadership skills with real-world guidance

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Meet the TechGirl mentors

TechGirl connects you with inspirational leaders across the tech industry. They’ve built careers at some of the world’s biggest companies, and they’re here to share their advice, experiences, and insights to help you succeed.

Charlotte Baldwin

Charlotte Baldwin

CIO, Costa Coffee

Elizabeth Akorita

Elizabeth Akorita

Deputy Director, Digital Delivery, Government of the United Kingdom

Deborah Haworth

Deborah Haworth

CISO, Penguin Random House

Sara Mubasshir

Sara Mubasshir

Head of Business Analysis & Change, London Business School

Tanya Hannah

Tanya Hannah

CIO, AON UK LIMITED

Christina Scott

Christina Scott

CTO & CPO, OVO Energy

Anna Barsby

Anna Barsby

Chief Product & Technology Officer, 888 Holdings

Alison Davis

Alison Davis

CIO, GE Healthcare

Georgina Owens

Georgina Owens

CTO, William Hill International

Jacqui Lipinksi

Jacqui Lipinksi

CIO, Royal College of Art

Joanna Drake

Joanna Drake

CIO, THG

Jyotsna Chandrani

Jyotsna Chandrani

Director, Operational and Resilience Risk Tooling, HSBC

Claire Deuchar

Claire Deuchar

CIO , RNLI

Joanna Pamphilis

Joanna Pamphilis

CDIO, UniCredit

Jess Evans

Jess Evans

Former CIO, Vanderbilt University

Laura Kendrick

Laura Kendrick

CIO, IPG Mediabrands

Laura Gilbert

Laura Gilbert

Director of Data Science, 10 Downing Street

Randi Levin

Randi Levin

White House Advisor, The White House

Samantha Wilson

Samantha Wilson

CIO, Digital - Retail

Lauren Wilson

Lauren Wilson

Cybersecurity Leader, EDF Energy

Bridgid Nzekwu

Bridgid Nzekwu

Moderator, Presenter, Executive Coach,

Anna Verdian

Anna Verdian

Founder, Axelrod

What's coming up

TechGirl gives you access to real conversations with industry leaders, hands-on learning, and events designed to help you grow.

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Catch up on TechGirl Masterclasses and insights

Missed an event? Watch our on-demand masterclasses, inspiring interviews, and exclusive insights from industry leaders breaking boundaries in tech.

Hear from the community

Neha Adapala

It was so inspiring to see a room full of powerful women in the technology space and it definitely made me excited to see what I and the other winners of this award are able to do with the fantastic ideas.

Neha Adapala - TechGirl Competition Winner

Georgina Lonergan

It's been an invaluable experience to connect with such brilliant minds. Thank you to HotTopics, Peter Stojanovic, and the rest of the team for organizing this event. I'm already looking forward to the next one!

Georgina Lonergan - TechGirl Competition Winner

Rose Gowen

Connecting with like-minded students and delving into insightful discussions about the future of technology with some of the top female leaders in this field was truly invaluable. I am so grateful to HotTopics for organising this incredible opportunity.


Rose Gowen - TechGirl Competition Winner

Shiloh Amah

I have been connected to so many amazing people - from established and successful people in the field of technology to like-minded peers whom I can discuss ideas with and build connections with. 


Shiloh Amah - TechGirl Competition Winner

I am proud to be part of TechGirl, an initiative that empowers and encourages young women in tech – values that resonate deeply with me.

Precious Boateng - TechGirl Competition Winner

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Proud to be part of this amazing platform created by HotTopics to make technology a diverse career choice and amplifying the power of our individual networks collectively to make a difference.

Jyotsna Chandrani - Global Head of Change Risk Assessment at HSBC & TechGirl Mentor

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Absolutely delighted to have been a mentor in this fantastic initiative! It was my pleasure to contribute to such a meaningful cause. Kudos to the entire team for fostering a future generation of talented young women in tech!

Elizabeth Akorita - Group Deputy Director, Digital at Department for Science, Innovation & Technology & TechGirl Mentor

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I LOVE being able to give back to those who are seeking mentorship. I am honoured to be a mentor for HotTopics and help future/current female technology professionals in their TechGIRL program.

Jess Evans - Senior Innovation Advisor at Quantum Thinking & TechGirl Mentor

Donia Kaloussi

HotTopics brilliant initiative, TechGirl, is a community of inspirational female technology leaders coming together to help support and nurture girls entering or considering entering the technology sector.

Donia Kaloussi - Enterprise Account Director - Talent Solutions at LinkedIn

Who is behind TechGirl?

TechGirl is powered by HotTopics, the global C-suite community connecting 19,000+ senior executives from the world’s biggest companies.

That means when you join TechGirl, you’re connecting with leaders who shape the industry today—and can help you shape it tomorrow.

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TechGirl is for you—if you’re curious about technology, eager to learn, and ready to connect with the people who can help you grow.