The UK technology sector has long been a beacon of innovation and dynamism, driving economic growth and global influence. It has consistently grown faster than the wider economy, with the sector reaching a combined market valuation of $1.1 trillion in Q1 2024.
Yet, in an era marked by geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and a complex regulatory landscape, the sector's resilience and capacity for growth are being put to the test.
These changes pose unique challenges to the UK as a trade-dependent, mid-sized economy. However, the UK has substantial strengths. The UK’s thriving tech sector can be a powerful engine for growth and resilience, especially with the right policy decisions by the government. Since coming to power, the new government has taken some encouraging steps, including a renewed focus on industrial strategy and investments in key areas. It is now essential to follow these early moves with substantial action to ensure the tech sector is resilient to global challenges and well-equipped to continue to power UK growth.
During this conference, techUK will launch a major new report providing recommendations to the UK government on building policy coherence and longevity, enabling security and resilience, accelerating growth through trade and strengthening international development and cooperation.
This conference will convene leading industry executives, policymakers and academics to explore how the UK tech industry can navigate these challenges while capitalizing on emerging opportunities. Discussions will focus on fostering innovation, ensuring supply chain resilience, and strengthening global partnerships in an increasingly fragmented world.
Event information
Timings: 08:30 - 14:00 (Timings are subject to change as the agenda is finalised)
Ticket prices:
- techUK member ticket: free
- Public sector: free
- Non-member ticket: £150.00 + VAT
Please note: a refund will be given on cancellations received in writing 6 weeks prior to the event. Regrettably no refunds can be given after this date. Full terms and conditions can be viewed here.
For more information, please contact:
Sabina Ciofu
Sabina Ciofu
Sabina Ciofu is International Policy and Strategy Lead at techUK, where she heads the International Policy and Trade Programme. Based in Brussels, she shapes global tech policy, digital trade, and regulatory cooperation across the EU, US, Canada, Asia-Pacific, and the Gulf region. She drives strategy, advocacy, and market opportunities for UK tech companies worldwide, ensuring their voice is heard in international policy debates.
With nearly a decade of previous experience as a Policy Advisor in the European Parliament, Sabina brings deep expertise in tech regulation, trade policy, and EU–US relations. Her work focuses on navigating and influencing the global digital economy to deliver real impact for members.
A passionate community-builder, Sabina co-founded Young Professionals in Digital Policy (800+ members) and now runs Old Professionals in Digital Policy (more experience, better wine, earlier nights). She is also the founder of the Gentlewomen’s Club, a network of 500+ women supporting each other with kindness.
She holds advisory roles with the UCL European Institute, Café Transatlantique (a network of women in transatlantic tech policy), and The Nine, Brussels’ first members-only club for women.
Recognised by ComputerWeekly as one of the most influential women in UK tech, Sabina is also a sought-after public speaker on tech, trade and diversity.
Sabina holds an MA in War Studies from King’s College London and a BA in Classics from the University of Cambridge.
She is a frequent traveler and a marathon runner.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- +32 473 323 280
- Website:
- www.techuk.org
Daniel Clarke
Daniel Clarke
Dan joined techUK as a Policy Manager for International Policy and Trade in March 2023.
Before techUK, Dan worked for data and consulting company GlobalData as an analyst of tech and geopolitics. He has also worked in public affairs, political polling, and has written freelance for the New Statesman and Investment Monitor.
Dan has a degree in MSc International Public Policy from University College London, and a BA Geography degree from the University of Sussex.
Outside of work, Dan is a big fan of football, cooking, going to see live music, and reading about international affairs.
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- [email protected]
Margot Stumm
Margot Stumm
Margot joined techUK in September 2022 as the Head of Events and Sponsorship, running the event programme for our flagship events, such as the techUK Annual Dinner, Defence Ethics Summit, Building the Smarter State etc
Prior to this role, Margot managed events and external affairs for the Centre for Policy Studies, a political think tank in Westminster and also worked at the D Group, a London-based business membership organisation, where she was responsible for the events programme, account management and business strategy.
She holds a BA in Technical Translation in English, French and Spanish from Paris 7 - Denis Diderot and a MA in International Relations from the London Metropolitan University.
Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, going to concerts and snowboarding.
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- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @margot_stumm,@margot_stumm
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/margot-stumm-82ba15128
Dora Pass
Dora Pass
Dora joined techUK in October 2019 as an Events Assistant, coordinating and delivering our flagship events.
Prior to joining the team, Dora worked as a Senior Events Coordinator at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors at Parliament Square managing conferences and high profile ministerial events.
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- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2003
