AUTHOR: Ana Wolsztajn

Knowledge Transfer Manager, Innovate UK

In her current role with the IUK Business Connect Ana leads efforts in the Digital & Technologies sector within the Investor Ecosystem team, engaging with investors and driving private investment into the UK’s innovation. 

Ana’s career spans diverse roles, from top advertising agencies to running an extreme sports marketplace, to leading digital transformation at a big corporation, and navigating the startup ecosystem – from the perspective of a tech journalist, event organiser, and finally VC investor (still active). She has driven innovation and growth across various sectors, including health tech, deep tech, SaaS and cleantech. 

In her free time, Ana actively supports diverse founders (EIC Women Leadership, Stanford Seed) as a mentor and Ivy League-trained leadership coach, working with CEOs, founders, and investors worldwide. A frequent speaker on topics such as venture capital, leadership, branding, and neurodiversity, Ana is known for her ability to bridge startups, investors, and corporates, and creating strategic partnerships that fuel innovation.