La French Tech London is set to host the ‘Powering Women in Tech’ event on April 2, 2025, aiming to support and elevate female founders in the technology sector. The Tech Power Breakfast event will kick off at 8.30am at HEC House, London, and will feature workshops and mentoring sessions designed to help women founders scale their businesses, enhance their presence, and secure investment opportunities.
So what’s on the menu at the Tech Power Breakfast?
- Funding readiness discussions
- A guide to business grants for tech businesses
- “The Art of Persuasion” talk
- “Pitch like a star” discussion
- 1:1 Mentoring with VCs and investors​
Eligibility Criteria for attendees
Tickets to this breakfast are strictly limited, and are open to:
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Female founders beyond the idea stage actively working on business growth
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Entrepreneurs seeking funding, investment strategies, or pitching support.​
The event is free to attend, and applications are currently open. Interested individuals can apply through La French Tech London’s site.
Breakfast Mentors
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with a distinguished panel of mentors, including:​
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Katerina Spranger: Founder & CEO, Oxford Heartbeat​
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Sharon Lewis: Partner, Sector Leader of Financial Institutions, Co-Chair of Digital Assets & Blockchain, Hogan Lovells​
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Valerie Kenyon: Global Products Law Partner, Hogan Lovells​
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Maïmouna Goudiaby: Counsel, Hogan Lovells​
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Karishma Paroha: Senior Product Lawyer, Hogan Lovells​
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Yvette Robinson: West End Professional & Co-Founder, Lights Up Perform​
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Emma Clifford: West End Professional & Teacher, Lights Up Perform​
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Jonathan Grinbaud: Programme Manager, Innovate UK Business Growth, UCL Innovation & Enterprise​
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Maurice Sardison: Growth Investment Specialist, Innovate UK Business Growth​
This initiative underscores La French Tech London’s commitment to fostering diversity and supporting women entrepreneurs in the tech industry. By providing access to mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities, the event aims to empower participants to overcome challenges and achieve significant business growth.​
For more details and to apply, visit La French Tech London’s official event page.

