ABOUT US

Who we are

Scaling in Europe takes too long. We’re fixing that.

European software companies take five more years than their US peers to hit $100M ARR. Fragmented markets, slower capital, and weaker networks hold us back. Boardwave exists to change that.
‍
We connect software founders and CEOs with the people, insights, and support they need to scale faster. You get matched with peers at your stage, access leaders who’ve done it before, and connect to Europe’s top investors and advisors.
‍
We’re built differently. Partners fund the platform, so membership is free. No fees. No shareholders. We donate regularly to Cure Parkinson’s. Over £350,000 donated so far.
‍
Financial barriers shouldn’t block the right people. Geographic ones shouldn’t hold great companies back. Europe has the talent and ambition. Boardwave removes what’s in the way.
The People Behind Boardwave

Our Team

The Boardwave Team & Advisors have been charged with establishing and nurturing a truly remarkable organisation within Europe’s AI & tech industry.
Portrait of Kath Easthope

Kath Easthope

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Email
Portrait of Phill Robinson speaking on stage

Phill Robinson

Co-Founder & Chair
Email
Portrait of Katy Wakefield

Katy Wakefield

Director of European Programme
Email
Portrait of Emily-Jane Matthews

Emily-Jane Matthews

Programme Manager
Email
Portrait of Heather Taylor Portmann

Heather Taylor Portmann

Community Programme Manager
Email
Portrait of Jess Malkin

Jess Malkin

Chief Partnership Officer
Email
Portrait of Lynn Brantley-Jones

Lynn Brantley-Jones

Head of Partnerships
Email
Portrait of Amy Wilson-Wyles

Amy Wilson-Wyles

Director of Marketing, Editorial & Communications
Email
Portrait of Cat Trelawny

Cat Trelawny

Marketing Manager
Email
Portrait of Natalie Hanlon

Natalie Hanlon

Finance Manager
Email
Portrait of Stephanie Hutton

Stephanie Hutton

Non Executive Director & Chief Finance Officer
Email
Portrait of Noria Hussain

Noria Hussain

Operations Manager & EA to Kath Easthope
Email
WHAT WE BUILT

Your European advisory board, always on

Search 2,000+ vetted European AI and tech leaders by stage, sector, or challenge. Find expertise fast. Then layer in everything else: Breakouts, Masterclasses, Mentoring, Events, and Partner Expertise.
Learn More
Boardwave member platform displayed on a tablet, showing an interactive map of Europe with software leaders and member profiles.

Connection Centre

Find the right expertise, fast. Search 2,000+ vetted European tech leaders by stage, sector, or challenge.
Details
Technology leader listening during a discussion with fellow members at a Boardwave community meeting.

Breakouts

Peer groups led by an expert coach. Stage-aligned CEOs working through shared challenges together.
Details
Two technology leaders talking during a Boardwave networking meeting.

Mentoring

Hand-picked 1-2-1 guidance and key learnings from CEOs a stage ahead.
Details

Masterclasses

Tactical workshops on the specific challenges of scaling in Europe, led by operators who've done it.
Details

Events

From intimate dinners to flagship gatherings like Boardwave Live, our events connect you with the right people at the right stage.
Details
Boardwave member platform displayed on a tablet, showing an interactive map of Europe with software leaders and member profiles.

Insights

Research papers, podcasts, articles and more designed to accelerate your scaling journey.
Details
Boardwave's Members

Hear from our Members

Zoe Bucknell

CEO, Kuberno and Boardwave Mentor
Portrait of Jose Duarte

Jose Duarte

NED, Infovista, Boardwave Patron & Mentor

Tugce Bulut

Founder & former CEO, Streetbees and Boardwave Nextwaver & Mentor

Alison Callwood

Founder & CEO, Sammi Select and Boardwave Mentor

Sabby Gill

CEO, Dext and Boardwave Mentor

Richard Goold

Partner, Wilson Sonsini, Boardwave Sponsor & Mentor
Portrait of Stephen Kelly

Stephen Kelly

CEO Cirata, Boardwave Patron & Mentor

Martin Leuw

Chair, Plural and Boardwave Member & Mentor
Portrait of Dawn Marriott

Dawn Marriott

Executive Chair, Partner team blue, Azets and Hg, Boardwave Sponsor & Mentor

Rachel Neaman

Director, Neaman Consulting Ltd & Boardwave Member

Caroline Plumb

CEO, Jeffreys Henry and Boardwave Member

Martin Ward

West Midlands Technology Commissioner, Boardwave Advisor and Mentor

James Weatherill

CEO, Arbor Education and Boardwave Mentor
Jean-Philippe Courtois
Former President and EVP. 
Microsoft Corp
“I am inspired by the Boardwave agenda and its great founders who are rewriting the future of technology and society.”
Portrait of Jean-Philippe Courtois
Anne-Sophie d'Andlau
Chair, Physitrack Plc, Co-Founder of CIAM
“Boardwave and their emblematic Breakout sessions enabled me to meet my “chair” peers and exchange with them in ways that wouldn’t have been possible otherwise. The high profile team of Boardwave is totally dedicated to making the tech industry grow in Europe, and that helps each of us in that industry.”
Jeremy King
Co-Founder & CEO, Ocean Orchestra
“We can be more successful together than alone, and Boardwave is making that actually happen across European SaaS, Tech and AI - shaping the future of European software.”
Alexandar Vassilev
CEO, Sport Alliance GmbH
“Boardwave has been and continues to be a leading voice driving tech innovation across Europe. Personally, it helped me connect with like minded peers and expand my field of business vision through incredible events across Europe. It has fostered a tight knit community of incredible people that one can lean on in a time of need.”
Portrait of Alexandar Vassilev
Amber Vogel
CEO, 28X
“Without Boardwave, we wouldn't be where we are today”
Estelle McCartney
CEO, Arctic Shores
“The Boardwave community is powered by unrivalled expertise and a spirit and culture of generosity.”
Anssi Rusi
CEO, Supermetrics
"The Breakout groups have been a unique opportunity for me to spend time with fellow CEOs who share similar challenges and goals. The format - combining deep dives into selected topics with free-flowing discussions - has been incredibly valuable. I’ve been able to openly share and receive feedback and recommendations that have directly influenced my decision-making and helped me build Supermetrics into a better company."
Jean-Philippe Courtois
Former President and EVP. 
Microsoft Corp
“I am inspired by the Boardwave agenda and its great founders who are rewriting the future of technology and society.”
Portrait of Jean-Philippe Courtois
Anne-Sophie d'Andlau
Chair, Physitrack Plc
“Boardwave and their emblematic breakout sessions enabled me to meet my “chair” peers and exchange with them in ways that wouldn’t have been possible otherwise. The high profile team of Boardwave is totally dedicated to making the tech industry grow in Europe, and that helps each of us in that industry.”
Jeremy King
Co-Founder & CEO, Ocean Orchestra
“We can be more successful together than alone, and Boardwave is making that actually happen across European SaaS, Tech and AI - shaping the future of European software.”
Alexandar Vassilev
CEO, We Transfer / Sport Alliance GmbH
“Boardwave has been and continues to be a leading voice driving tech innovation across Europe. Personally, it helped me connect with like minded peers and expand my field of business vision through incredible events across Europe. It has fostered a tight knit community of incredible people that one can lean on in a time of need.”
Portrait of Alexandar Vassilev
Amber Vogel
CEO, 28X
“Without Boardwave, we wouldn't be where we are today”
Estelle McCartney
CEO, Arctic Shores
“The Boardwave community is powered by unrivalled expertise and a spirit and culture of generosity.”
Anssi Rusi
CEO, Supermetrics
"The Breakout groups have been a unique opportunity for me to spend time with fellow CEOs who share similar challenges and goals. The format - combining deep dives into selected topics with free-flowing discussions - has been incredibly valuable. I’ve been able to openly share and receive feedback and recommendations that have directly influenced my decision-making and helped me build Supermetrics into a better company."

Ready to scale faster with Europe's best

Boardwave is open to European tech founders and CEOs scaling to €100M ARR and beyond.
Apply
Sign up
Nominate a Peer
Sign up
Nominate a Partner
Sign up
Membership is curated.
Tell us your stage. Tell us your ambition. We'll show you what's possible.
Boardwave members shaking hands while networking at a community event.