IET London

24 September 2025

Boardwave Live 2025

Beyond Disruption: Shape The Future

STEP INTO THE ERA OF TRANSFORMATION

Our annual Boardwave Live event is where software leaders come together to shape the future, not just of technology, but of society.

Lead the Change:
Transform Industries, Shape Society

In 2023, we set an ambitious 10-year vision: to establish Europe as a global leader in software by 2033. By 2024, we had reached the tipping point for The Great Acceleration, entering a transformative era where AI’s evolution unlocked unprecedented opportunities for growth.

New technologies are reshaping industries, redrawing competitive landscapes, and creating both disruption and opportunity. As AI and digital innovations permeate sectors such as finance, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, energy, and defence, traditional market leaders are under threat. The lines between industries are blurring, and those who harness technology fastest will scale swiftly and succeed.

As software leaders, we are at the vanguard of this shift. Our role is not just to respond to disruption but to turn today’s challenges into our opportunities. Are you ready?

The question is no longer if change will happen, but who will lead it? This is Europe’s moment to lead and drive impact beyond software, shaping the future of multiple sectors

A look back at Boardwave Live 2025

We brought together visionary leaders, not just from software, but from industries being transformed by technology. We heard from pioneers at the forefront of transversal technologies, those who have taken innovation into industries where it was once unimaginable, and saw firsthand how they are reshaping entire markets.

We discussed what global leaders expect from each of us as European software leaders. And how we can lead them through a once in a lifetime technological shift.

Days like Boardwave Live help position us as indispensable partners in their transformation journeys and empowers us to lead the charge in navigating this once-in-a-lifetime technological shift.

The opportunity is here. The stakes are high. Now is the time to step up, take bold action, and ensure that Europe not only competes, but leads.

What happens next is up to us.

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WHAT OUR ATTENDEES EXPERIENCED

Industry Leading Content

Throughout the day, attendees heard from visionary leaders from within the Boardwave community.

Check back in the coming weeks to watch the sessions on demand.

Agenda

Connections

With over 450 leaders in attendance, Boardwave Live 2025 was home to candid conversations and meaningful conversations. It was a chance to learn from industry pioneers, to make strategic connections, and to be part of the collective effort that is transforming Europe's software landscape.

Cement Connections

Evening Networking

The evening networking, attended by over 500 members, was an opportunity to forge vital connections and celebrate success within our growing community.

Attendees can use our event connect to reach out to those they meet during the evening.

Event Connect

FAQs

About Boardwave

Connecting leaders across Europe to unite in our vision to become a software superpower.

Launched in May 2022, Boardwave is a mission-driven community with over 2,200 members in the UK and European software industry, fostering a powerful network of founders, CEOs, and investors.

Hear from other Members

Another great event. For me, the mix of insightful talks and connections with peers from diverse industries is always a worthwhile investment in time. And the unexpected Strictly cameo really made the event.

Nick Thompson

Co-Founder & CEO

BOW

Everything about the event exuded quality. From the speaker line-up to the break-outs, from the booklet with the agenda to the stunning views over the Thames.

Marili 't Hooft-Bolle

CEO

Trengo

Really engaging and inspirational day at Boardwave yesterday. Tremendous speakers particularly good sessions on AI and the possibilities. Some great new connections made. Thanks to all who organised!