Priya Guha

Priya Guha MBE is a distinguished figure at the intersection of international diplomacy, venture capital and technological advancement. A Venture Partner at Merian Ventures, she focuses on supporting female entrepreneurs in the tech sector, alongside her role on the Investment Governance Board of Future Planet Capital. Her extensive portfolio includes non-executive directorships at Reach plc, UK Research and Innovation, and the Herald Investment Trust. A graduate of Christ's College, Cambridge, she transitioned into the private sector after a landmark career in the Foreign Office, where she became the first woman to serve as the British Consul General in San Francisco. Drawing on her experience as the UK Ecosystem General Manager for RocketSpace and her diplomatic postings in New Delhi and Madrid, Priya provides deep analysis of how geopolitical shifts influence digital transformation. She examines the evolving nature of global regulation, the rise of artificial intelligence and the vital role of diversity in fostering a culture of creativity. In addition to her corporate roles, she chairs the International Advisory Board of Durham University Business School and serves as a Trustee for Tech She Can, a charity dedicated to making technology careers accessible to all. Priya is a sought-after speaker for her ability to decode the complexities of the global tech landscape. She offers audiences a sophisticated understanding of the modern leadership traits required to navigate international markets and emerging research ecosystems. On stage, Priya Guha is best known for talks on Innovation, Politics & Geopolitics, Leadership and Digital Business & Strategy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Finance & Economics, Politics & Government and Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Priya Guha is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in USA, Priya Guha travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Priya Guha would approach your audience.