Keynote Speaker Julie

Julie is a leading authority and keynote speaker on entrepreneurship in Europe. Recognized as the founder and CEO of Ariadne Capital, co-founder and Managing Partner of the Ariadne Capital Entrepreneurs Fund, founder of Entrepreneur Country, and co-founder of First Tuesday, she is at the cutting edge of the technology revolution. The Wall Street Journal named her one of the Top 30 Most Influential Women in Europe, and the World Economic Forum honored her as a Global Leader of Tomorrow.

Julie was a pivotal figure during the dot-com boom of the 1990s. While working at an internet investment firm, she managed deals for key technology companies such as WGSN (now EMAP) and lastminute.com. She then co-founded First Tuesday, a network supporting entrepreneurs, particularly in technology and innovation, which played a crucial role in Europe's internet generation. Forbes magazine credits her with "bringing the spirit of American venture capitalism to Europe's new breed of Internet startups."

In 2000, Julie sold First Tuesday for $50 million and established Ariadne Capital, an investment and advisory firm dedicated to helping the next generation build world-leading companies in Europe. Her efforts pioneered a new model for financing entrepreneurship. More recently, Julie established Entrepreneur Country, a vibrant community for leading and emerging entrepreneurs, investors, media, and corporate partners who support startups across the UK and Europe.

Julie's work has earned her numerous awards and accolades, including Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Wired's Top 100, Time Magazine's Digital Top 50, and an MBE for her 'services to entrepreneurship.' In 2011, she was invited to join the Secretary of State's Entrepreneurs Panel and the Secretary of Health's Innovation Panel. She also serves on the Board of Directors at INSEAD Business School, where she has been named one of '50 Alumni Who Changed the World.'

Her success and charisma have made her a favorite in the media. She was an Online Dragon for Dragon's Den in 2009 and 2010 and is frequently sought after as a commentator for CNBC and BBC news. In addition to her media appearances, she regularly contributes to Business Week, Computing, FT Digital Business, and Spectator Business. Julie’s first book, 'Welcome to Entrepreneur Country,' was published in June 2012.

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As an advocate for entrepreneurship, Julie believes that entrepreneurs are the engineers of economic growth. She emphasizes that Individual Capitalism harnesses people's ingenuity to address global issues at both macro and micro levels, accelerating progress.

With over 20 years of experience in high-growth technology businesses, Julie is exceptionally qualified to inspire and advise decision-makers from all internet-focused companies experiencing significant growth or change.

Julie is an expert speaker on the following subjects:

• Entrepreneurship
• Individual Capitalism
• Technology and Innovation
• Leadership
• Women in Business
• Investment/Funding
• Venture Capital

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