Women in Government Digital and Data Community Event

Emma Charles

Industry Director, Government

Emma is the Industry Director for Government at Hitachi Solutions. She is a digital transformation specialist with decades of experience in designing and managing high-profile digital change projects from both within and outside the Civil Service. Having started her career working with major world-class sports organisations, she has spent the past 20 years helping central government departments to improve their digital maturity, transformation effectiveness, and outcomes for citizens.

Dana Hasan

Lead AI Consultant

As a Lead AI Consultant at Hitachi Solutions, Dana has over a decade of expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. She has successfully led and delivered several AI and data migration projects across a variety of sectors. She demonstrates extensive experience developing and implementing AI-based systems utilizing Azure technologies, ensuring adherence to best practices and responsible AI principles. Dana is passionate about learning new technologies and staying updated with the latest trends in the field.

Rebecca Gordon

Head of Online CE

Rebecca Gordon is the Head of Online Customer Experience at Westminster City Council, where she leads the delivery of exceptional digital public services that exceed user expectations. Passionate about innovation and agile ways of working, she thrives on building strong, collaborative teams that drive meaningful change. With a problem-solving mindset and a keen interest in emerging technologies, Rebecca is committed to enhancing the customer experience for all residents.

Lisa Taillard

Senior Director of Transformation & Adoption

With over 15 years of experience delivering impactful transformation programmes for global organisations, Lisa leads the Change, Adoption and Learning practice at Hitachi Solutions. Lisa is passionate about people and dedicated to driving positive organisational change; she brings deep expertise in the change management arena, ensuring that our strategies and plans are always tailored for our clients and where they are on their journey. Lisa actively strives to empower people and organisations to thrive through transformations.  

Sue Daley

Director of Tech and Innovation

Sue is the Director of techUK’s Tech and Innovation work, leading programmes and advocacy on emerging technologies, innovation policy, and R&D critical to the UK’s digital future. Recognised as one of the most influential women in UK tech, she was inducted into Computer Weekly’s Hall of Fame in 2021.