Ashleigh Ainsley is a dedicated advocate for inclusive innovation, driven by a passion to ensure that everyone has a seat at the table of progress.

He is the Co-founder of Colorintech, a platform dedicated to expanding access, awareness, and opportunities for minorities in the tech industry.

Additionally, Ashleigh’s establishment of Black Tech Fest, Europe’s largest event of its kind, highlights his commitment to amplifying diverse voices and perspectives within the tech sphere.

He also serves as a technologist, business leader, and consultant based in London, where he operates at the nexus of community, corporations, and startups. Through forging strong relationships, Ashleigh facilitates collaboration among stakeholders to advance their innovation agendas collectively.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Ashleigh’s interests span innovation, diversity, inclusion, sports, and technology.

Academically, he holds a prestigious MA from Oxford University in Geography and actively engages with various educational institutions, businesses, and charities in advisory capacities.

Ashleigh’s contributions have earned him esteemed recognition, including being elected a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in July 2017 and being listed by Forbes in their 30 under 30 in 2020 for his impactful work in the non-profit sector.

Furthermore, his acknowledgment by Politico in 2023 as one of the most influential figures in UK tech further solidifies his standing as a trailblazer in driving positive change and inclusivity within the industry.

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