Alina Timofeeva is a highly sought-after technology, female empowerment, and innovation keynote speaker. In 2024, Alina was featured in The Fintech Times and joined UN Women as a delegate, further solidifying her role as a prominent advocate for diversity and inclusion. As a Board Member of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, she has played a crucial role in shaping strategies for growth and member retention. Additionally, Alina serves as an Advisory Board Member of Money 20/20, where she contributes to the discourse on financial technology innovation. Her impact on the tech community is further evidenced by her inclusion in ComputerWeekly's list of the Most Influential Women in UK Tech in 2023.
Alina, a first-generation female immigrant, has overcome numerous challenges to become a globally recognised expert in data and technology. She speaks on this and more in her TEDx Talk “Fail but Never Give Up”. Her accolades include being named a LinkedIn Top Voice and a TechWomen100 winner, highlighting her influential presence in the tech industry. Alina's extensive career includes prominent roles such as Graduate Analyst at Accenture UK, Senior Manager at KPMG UK, and Principal of Digital and Financial Services at Oliver Wyman, where she has consistently demonstrated her expertise and leadership.
Alina’s journey in the tech world began with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Moscow State University and an MSc in Risk and Finance from the London School of Economics. She further honed her skills with a Business Analysis and Valuation course from Harvard University. Starting her career at PwC and then moving to roles at Accenture UK and KPMG UK, Alina has worked on advanced analytics, cloud solutions, and blockchain projects for high-profile clients. Her role as Principal of Digital & Financial Services at Oliver Wyman and her Founding Membership in Chief, a network for female executives, underscores her dedication to empowering women in tech.
Recognised as a top keynote speaker, Alina addresses topics such as succeeding as a woman in the tech industry, diversity and inclusion, and the mindset needed to thrive in technology. She has judged the Women in Tech Excellence Awards in 2022 and 2023 and was a finalist for the Woman of the Year Award at the Women in IT Summit & Awards Series in 2023. Her ability to inspire and empower others is evident from her speaking engagements, including at the Women in Tech Forum, where she addressed a global community of over 25,000 women in tech. Alina Timofeeva is an exemplary figure in the tech industry, and her insights and experiences make her an exceptional keynote speaker for any event.
