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Elena Kostler

Ambassador

Elena Köstler, with a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience from the University of Amsterdam, is an ambassador for Impulse4Women and works at Niluk, fostering meaningful social connections.

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Tilde Guajardo

Ambassador

Tilde Guajardo is a Spiritual Alchemist and TEDx Speaker dedicated to empowering founders and conscious leaders. Through her transformative methodology, The Divine Quotient™, she turns challenges into growth, promoting self-love and holistic well-being.

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Kirsi Eksberg

Ambassador

Kirsi Ekberg is an advocate for art and startups, emphasizing lifelong learning and open co-creation. She develops purposeful technology, embraces sustainable ethics, and empowers communities to explore innovative possibilities that prioritize people and the planet over profit.

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Ekata Mehul

Ambassador

Ekata Mehul, CEO of Orena Solutions and Blazing Arrows, brings 14 years in academia and 12 in industry. A Ph.D. candidate in Wireless Sensor Networks with a patent in digital metering, she is a leading women entrepreneur in Gujarat, bridging industry and academia for women in tech.

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Sarah Selhi

Ambassador

Sarah Selhi is a startup enthusiast and environmentalist, CEO and Founder of SpaceiShare Inc., and a Board member at Impulse4Women, dedicated to empowering sustainable choices and promoting innovative waste and recycling solutions.

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Susan Oh

Ambassador

Susan Oh is a global strategist focused on democratizing value through AI and blockchain. An autodidact civic technologist, she aims for financial inclusion and ending slavery, serving as an advisor and board member for various sustainable initiatives.

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Cecilia Tham

Ambassador

Cecilia Tham is a Futures-as-a-Service expert, PhD researcher, and Forbes Top 40 Futurists honoree. As the founder of Futurity Systems, she helps organizations build innovative futures, advocating for women in tech through initiatives like Allwomen.tech and FabCafe Barcelona.

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Iris Ohrn

Private Equity

Iris Öhrn is an investment advisor and life science expert with over 20 years of experience in strategic business development and innovation. A dedicated connector, she fosters partnerships between innovative SMEs and investors, championing gender equality and sustainable development.

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Francisco Fernandez

Social impact funds

Francisco Fernandez is a serial entrepreneur and investor focused on challenging the status quo. As the founder of 4B Capital, he develops hyperscaling software platforms across industries like FinTech, digital pharma, and AgriTech to create impactful ecosystems.

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Kristen Laughlin

Private Equity

Kristen Laughlin is the Founder and CEO of Avion Consulting Group, a global business development and capital markets executive. She specializes in strategic marketing initiatives, capital raising, and cross-cultural negotiations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

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Amiram Porath

Private Equity

Amiram Porath is an innovation and technology scouting professional with over 20 years of experience in international strategic partnerships. He specializes in renewable energy and medical equipment, successfully increasing R&D funding from €1.2 million to €20 million.

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Lauren Radford

Private Equity

Lauren Radford is the Head of Member Services at Level 20, with extensive experience in private equity and venture capital. A diversity champion, she drives initiatives for women in finance while managing strategic partnerships and business development.

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Gitte Pedersen

Business Angel

Gitte Pedersen is a biotech leader and CEO of Genomic Expression, specializing in RNA technologies for health and sustainability. With 25 years of experience, she advocates for innovation and evidence-based policies in healthcare.

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Bisila Bokoko

Business Angel

Bisila Bokoko is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, global leadership speaker, and author of "We All Have a Story to Tell." As the Executive Chair of the US-Spain Chamber of Commerce, she inspires leaders worldwide and promotes international business growth.

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Oscar Sala

Accelerator

Oscar Sala is a DeepTech Builder and Investor with over 15 years in digital transformation across banking and fintech. He mentors startups, emphasizing technology's role in social impact and the value of diverse, multidisciplinary teams.

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Nanci Govinder

Accelerator

Nanci Govinder is an astute senior executive with extensive international experience in the medical device and mobile healthcare sectors. A business coach and angel investor, she specializes in digital health, B2C strategy, and market development for startups.

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Liz Wang

Private Equity

Liz Wang is the president of Jackson Handbags and CEO of Modern Essentials Designs.

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Niclas Holmberg

Ambassador

Head of Commercial Strategy at Vator Securities, financing growth companies as they expand and develop into tomorrow´s market leaders. Advisory Board Director at ELAVITY, contributing to life science startups. Former role at Nasdaq, Managing Director Global Listings, overseeing strategic planning. Past positions at Handelsbanken in banking and finance. Diverse contributions to organizations like EWA European Women Association and EIT Health. Winner of BECAUSE SHE MATTERS GLOBAL AWARD

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Oscar Ramos

Accelerator

Oscar Ramos is an Emerging Markets VC and Managing Director at Orbit Startups. With over 10 years of experience in Mainland China, he excels in business development, product management, and venture capital across diverse industries, including IoT and digital technology.

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Vivian Jamal

Business Angel

Vivian Jamal is the Founder of True North WLL, a strategist and business leader with extensive experience in international business and government project delivery. Formerly with the Bahrain Economic Development Board, she drove foreign investment initiatives and national economic strategies.

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Fida Taher

Venture Capital

Fida Taher is a Partner at Amam Ventures and founder of "Women in Business Arabia," a network with over 45,000 members. An advocate for diversity and inclusion, she empowers women and youth through strategic investments and social impact initiatives.

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Natalia Olson

Social impact funds

Natalia Olson-Urtecho is a serial entrepreneur and mentor with over 20 years of experience across the U.S., Latin America, Europe, and Asia. As Government Innovation & Growth Director at Startup Sherpas, she empowers the teen economy and advocates for sustainable urban development.

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María Ángeles León

Social impact funds

María Ángeles León López is the Co-Founder and President of Global Social Impact Investments, dedicated to harnessing private investment and entrepreneurial talent to address social challenges while achieving economic profitability. She also co-founded the Open Value Foundation and Cobas Asset Management.

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Liat Mazor

Social impact funds

Liat Mazor is the Managing Partner at TONBO Ventures, an Israeli climate-tech venture studio focused on pre-seed to seed stage investments in energy, logistics, and agriculture. She mentors startups, driving sustainable growth and innovation in early-stage entrepreneurship.

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Idas Levato

Social impact funds

Idas Levato is the founder of WERKTO and a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a 3P Business Development Leader, she excels in creating resilient teams and fostering positive change in startup ecosystems through innovative, purpose-driven initiatives.

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Scarlett Chen

Venture Capital

Scarlett Chen is the Managing Partner at Verge HealthTech Fund, the world's first early-stage VC fund dedicated solely to health technology. With a strong background in strategic investments, she supports transformative health tech founders globally to enhance healthcare accessibility.

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Joice Lu

Venture Capital

Joice Lu is a Manager at Verge Capital Management, specializing in health tech investments that enhance healthcare access and quality across underserved markets in Asia. She brings over 15 years of leadership experience, including roles at Apple and as Founder of Lumiee.

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Ajay Ramachandran

Venture Capital

Ajay Ramachandran is a founding partner at ifMagic Ventures, Co-Chair of Kutsa Foundation, and advisor to National Grid’s CVC Fund. A serial entrepreneur turned VC, he supports startups with growth, product innovation, and market expansion strategies.

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Tarek El Kady

Business Angel

Tarek A. El Kady is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and visionary leader with over 20 years of experience in marketing, advertising, and event management. He is passionate about building global communities and fostering entrepreneurship development.

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Larissa Best

Business Angel

Larissa Best is a strategic tech-driven professional specializing in eLearning, independent directorship, and innovation. She leverages technology to drive change across sectors, including emergency services, private equity, and innovation funding, fostering cross-sector synergies.

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Juliana Garaizar

Business Angel

Juliana Garaizar is a climate leader, venture capitalist, and angel investor with fellowships from VC Include and Kauffman. She specializes in business planning, entrepreneurship, venture capital, and building strategic partnerships across international markets.

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Audrey Verhaeghe

Business Angel

Audrey Verhaeghe is an Executive Chairman with nearly three decades of experience in science, technology, and innovation. She founded the SA Innovation Summit, South Africa's largest innovation event, fostering collaboration among business, academia, and government.

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Audra Shallal

Business Angel

Audra Elena Shallal is Vice President of Corenvest, a Board Member of EBAN, SBA, and I4W, and Co-Founder of Flying Finn Angels. She serves as an Expert Jury Member for the European Innovation Council (EIC) and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA).

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Eleonore van Boven

Business Angel

Noor van Boven is a seasoned global people executive and investor, co-founder of Invested. She focuses on empowering growth through strategic consulting and investments in HR tech and fintech, supporting startups and Series A+ innovations.

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Larry Tsai

Venture Capital

Larry Tsai is the CEO and Co-Founder of Presence Sleep, with over two decades of experience in consumer technology. He specializes in deep tech and hardware startups, guiding companies from product concept to market success.

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Urs Rothmayr

Business Angel

Urs Rothmayr is an investor, serial entrepreneur, and expert in corporate innovation and intrapreneurship. He founded COREangels Barcelona, mentoring and funding startups in the pre-seed and seed stages, and previously led the Founder Institute in Barcelona and Andalusia.

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Teuta Oruci

Incubator - Accelerator - Venture Builder

Teuta Oruci, FCCA, is the CEO and Founder of Cleantech360, specializing in sustainability and circular economy. With 20 years in regulated financial markets, she excels in corporate finance, M&A, and driving value-building entrepreneurial strategies.

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Roxana Nasoi

Incubator - Accelerator - Venture Builder

Roxana Nasoi is a venture capitalist and CEO in digital technology, with a strong focus on healthtech, fintech, and blockchain innovations. She delivered a TEDx talk on digital identity and privacy, and actively supports women in tech and sustainability initiatives.

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Piyush Sharma

Incubator - Accelerator - Venture Builder

Piyush Sharma is a distinguished strategist known for driving value creation across global markets, from startups to billion-dollar enterprises. He founded the Leadership Centre at IIMA and is a recognized keynote speaker and Yoga Alliance-certified teacher.

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Marcus Dantus

Incubator - Accelerator - Venture Builder

Marcus Dantus is an innovative entrepreneur and founder of Startup Mexico. He excels in business development and venture capital, serving as a Venture Partner at Impacta VC and a Shark on Shark Tank Mexico. He has mentored over 100 startups and is a prominent public speaker.

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Dana Wang

Ambassador

Dana Wang is an experienced founder and CEO of Jiuyi Information Consulting, specializing in information services. With expertise in investor relations, sales, and market research, she connects female tech entrepreneurs with investors to foster growth and innovation.

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Isabel Alvarez

Ambassador

Isabel Alvarez is a sought-after expatriate recruitment professional and founder of Professional Work. Since 1994, she has led initiatives in gender equality and organizational diversity, offering expert consultancy to promote inclusivity in workplaces.

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Annegien Blokpoel

Ambassador

Annegien Blokpoel is an expert in strategy and investment, focusing on regenerative technologies for societal change. As the Founder of the Catalyst Impact Investment Club, she connects impactful startups with co-investors, earning the Aurora Award for Best Female Business Angel in Europe 2024-2025.

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Adelaide Abena

Ambassador

Adelaide Abena is a Manager at Agnos Consultancy, specializing in legal and business development. She connects foreign investors with local projects, while leading marketing efforts and supporting female entrepreneurs as an ambassador at Impulse4Women.

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Eva Bandelj

Ambassador

Eva Bandelj is a dynamic leader at Techleap, dedicated to empowering Dutch tech founders and enhancing access to capital, markets, and talent. As an expert generalist in startups, she champions diversity, inclusion, and mentorship while engaging in global innovation communities.

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Beatriz Monsalve

Ambassador

Beatriz Monsalve is an experienced professional with over 15 years in academia and industry across Spain and the UK. With a PhD in Electrical Engineering, she focuses on innovation, engineering, and impact investment, driving technology transfer to create societal change.

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Anna Gishko

Ambassador

Anna Gishko is a seasoned tech professional with over 15 years of experience in commercial finance and venture capital. Passionate about empowering women and young entrepreneurs, she actively mentors in top accelerators and promotes inclusivity in the tech ecosystem.

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Gemma Rubio

Ambassador

Gemma Rubio is a passionate communicator and behavioral economics expert dedicated to transforming businesses into beloved brands. As a mentor and educator, she shares insights on leadership communication and customer-focused strategies, enhancing cultural awareness and loyalty.

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Karen Eksteen

Ambassador

Karen Eksteen is a venture catalyst and the Founder & CEO of InnoCircle, with over 20 years of experience in innovation and technology. She specializes in talent management, business planning, and innovation management, helping tech startups thrive.

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Angele Giuliano

Ambassador

Angele Giuliano is an accomplished entrepreneur and mentor with over 20 years of experience in European tech, focusing on health, education, and cities. An advocate for women in technology, she also serves as an Ambassador for the European Innovation Council.

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Ali Parandeh

Ambassador

Ali Parandeh is a seasoned entrepreneur with 30 years of experience in IT and biotechnology. A mentor and board advisor, he has guided countless startups to success. He is also an award-winning public speaker and author of five books.

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Susan McDonald

Business Angel

Susan McDonald, co-founder of Calculus Capital, is a leading expert in private equity with 25 years of global finance experience. She specializes in equity fundraising, particularly in Asian markets, and has contributed to CNN business programs.

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Andrey Kostyuk

Business Angel

With over 30 years in corporate banking, AIF management, and angel investing, Andrey Kostyuk founded AAlchemy Ventures, helping European startups and scaleups. He holds an MSc, MBA, Ph.D., and is pursuing a DBA, while mentoring and supporting innovation-driven ventures.

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Grazia Rendo

Business Angel

David Lee is a seaGrazia Rendo is Vice President of WEP and Chairwoman of the Women Entrepreneurship Platform, supporting numerous European women's associations. She is also a mentor with Be Win and an Entrepreneur Ambassador with Women Ambassadors Italy (WAI).soned entrepreneur-turned-investor, known for his strategic vision and mentorship of startup founders.

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Dana Al Salem

Business Angel

Dana Al Salem, Founder and CEO of Merit Capital, is a pioneering figure in tech and consumer data analytics. A co-founder of Yahoo! Europe, she leads innovations bridging public and private sectors, with a focus on digital transformation and cybersecurity.

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Tina Ruseva

Ambassador

Dr. Tina Ruseva is the founder and CEO of Mentessa, a workplace activist, and an author. She is passionate about transforming work through collaboration, learning, and AI-driven employee development, promoting a future of work that fosters purpose and innovation.

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