Laura Barlow

Laura is an award-winning leader, speaker, and visionary in the tech industry, with nearly two decades of experience in software engineering, business analysis and business architecture. As the founder of Inclusive by Design Consulting, she brings a unique perspective, combining tech and commercial experience with diversity, equity and inclusion, proving that inclusivity is essential to business success.

A TechWomen100 award winner, Laura is passionate about uplifting people in technology and driving positive change within corporate cultures globally. She’s spoken at major conferences such as the BA Manager Forum, OneTechWorld and Women in Data events, delivering impactful workshops and keynotes that resonate with diverse audiences.

Engaging, relatable and action-focused, Laura doesn’t just inspire; she empowers. Audiences leave her sessions with the awareness and mindset strategies to turn intention into impact. Whether addressing executives, managers or tech teams, she delivers a bold call to action: make equity the norm, not the exception.