Zana Aston is a technology and governance leader, board advisor, and award-winning champion of digital innovation with over two decades of international experience across FTSE 250/500 organisations in finance, legal, managed services, and retail. She holds a Corporate Governance Diploma and has served as a Board Advisor for UK and international companies, as well as mentoring executives ready for board positions.
As CEO & Founder of TechWomen4Boards, Zana is committed to supporting female founders and corporate executives on their path to the boardroom, building diverse, board-ready leadership pipelines and equipping women with governance expertise, strategic influence, and executive presence. In her role as Fractional CIO & Managing Partner of Emrys Group, she drives digital transformation with AI, Circular Economy, and Quantum adoption, innovative business strategy, governance, and global business growth.
Zana has shared her expertise on global stages speaking at London Tech Week, AI Summit New York, Singapore Asia Tech, and Icelandic innovation forums, FTT Fintech Festival, covering topics from finance, sustainability, startups to innovative tech, and industry impact to women in leadership and innovation. She also serves on the advisory boards for AI 2030, the Institute of Directors (IoD), and the Finance & Fintech Group, guiding sustainable growth, strategic leadership, and industry awareness.
A strong international networker and investor, Zana combines strategic acumen, digital expertise, and DEI advocacy to help organisations innovate responsibly while preparing executives and boards for the future.