Speakers

Ashlea Atigolo is a globally recognised expert in artificial intelligence, agentic AI, financial technology, and empathetic AI design. As Managing Partner at Consult Venture Partners, she advises organisations, investment firms and private equity companies on strategic investment opportunities in the AI and technology space. Her work includes evaluating emerging ventures, advising on innovation strategy, and leading the implementation of agentic and generative AI to drive productivity, operational efficiency and business growth. She is the co-founder of INATIGO, a WealthTech100-listed AI company recognised by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), and was named to the FinTech Powerlist and among the Top 64 Influential Women in UK Technology. Ashlea brings over 15 years of cross-sector experience helping businesses adopt responsible, human-centred innovation. Previously, she co-founded an award-winning digitally-led UK private wealth management firm championing conversational AI, ESG principles and responsible investing. Her work continues to shape the future of AI where trust, empathy and impact lead.