Meet the Team


Ellie Steel
Head of Strategy & Operations
Ellie supports the growth of the group by scoping and driving new ventures and strategic projects. She also oversees the smooth running of the group’s day-to-day operations and collaboration around our network of businesses. Prior to FF, Ellie worked in various strategic roles at Informa PLC.


Izzy Dipple
Head of Community
Izzy joined Founders Forum in 2018. She is responsible for the community growth and engagement strategy and for curating the guestlist for each FF event. She is a key touchpoint for the investor community and is always on the lookout for new unicorn founders and rising stars to welcome into the FF Community.


Emma Sudnik
Head of Partnerships
Emma manages all our existing and new relationships with our Partners. Prior to FF, Emma was an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Antler VC where she explored startup opportunities across femtech & last-mile delivery while fundraising for her members-only dating app through both Angel and Institutional Investors.