Laura Barlow

Award-winning Woman in Tech, passionate about equity, intersectionality and transformational culture change

Laura is an award-winning leader, speaker, and visionary in the tech industry, dedicated to reshaping workplaces into truly diverse, equitable, and high-performing environments.

With two decades of experience in technology, she doesn’t just talk about change—she drives it.  

An expert in inclusivity, Laura brings real-world challenges to life with compelling, relatable insights.

She equips audiences with the awareness, tools, and actionable strategies to create lasting cultural transformation.

Her mission? To make equity the norm—not just in tech, but across industries and communities worldwide.  

As the founder of a start-up consulting firm, Laura is challenging the status quo of traditional corporate structures.

She’s building a business that embodies the change she advocates for—one where inclusivity isn’t just a buzzword but a foundational principle.  

Laura’s message is clear: We shouldn’t be changing women to fit workplaces—workplaces must evolve to value and amplify women’s strengths, contributions, and leadership

Keynote and workshop topics:

- The Power of Male Allyship: From Bystanders to Change Agents

- Fast-Tracking Gender Equality with Inclusive Leadership

- Accelerating Your Career Through Collective Female Empowerment

- Intersectionality Matters: Understanding & Championing Diverse Women*

What people are saying:

"Laura’s style is uniquely engaging and thought-provoking—you always walk away having learned something powerful.”

“Working with Laura has been a game-changer for my career. She has helped me find confidence, amplify my voice, and access spaces I never thought possible.”

“Laura doesn’t just speak about inclusion—she creates an environment where people feel safe, seen, and empowered to take action.”

“Her insights on inclusive leadership were transformational. Small changes, huge impact.”

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