Gemma Milne

Personal Details

Bio

Scottish creative science-nerd obsessed with technology, design, startups, Irn Bru and pi. Co-Founder of Science: Disrupt & Freelance Tech and Science Journalist. Ex- Innovation Strategist at Ogilvy, Maths Student, Investment Banker, Door-to-door Fundraiser and Chef. Interested in the disruption of the science industry and an active member of the Women in Tech London community.

Current position (3)

Co Founder

Science: Disrupt

Interactive Innovation Advisory Board

SXSW

Freelance Tech & Science Journalist

- Freelance

Achievements (3)

BIMA 100 - Rising Star

Honouring the individuals leading the charge in the UK digital industry; from Rising Stars to Innovators & Entrepreneurs.

Code First: Girls - One to Watch

The Code First: Girls Ones to Watch list profiles 25 of the most ambitious and exciting young women under 25 years old, who are making an impact in technology and entrepreneurship.

Finalist - IPSE Freelancer of the year

The Awards, recognise and celebrate the innovation and excellence of freelancers across the UK. Applicants are judged on a range of criteria including the strength of their portfolio, their passion and commitment, business acumen & creativity.

Degrees (1)

Mathematics

University of St Andrews

2008 to 2012

Presentations

Presentations (1)

Why Science is Your Next New Business Target

There's been a shift in the startup ecosystem. With high competition to invest in consumer apps and basic tech solutions, and a hunger to solve the bigger problems across the globe, deep tech and science startups are the latest desire of the VC. From biotech and health, to energy and space, startups coming out of Postdocs and PhDs are proving to be both lucrative and genuinely useful to those in the know. Why is this move happening now; who are the main players; and how can entrepreneurs, investors and corporates start to play in these growing areas of disruption?

Past talks (4)

A World Without Job Titles

SXSW Interactive

Austin, TX

December 31, 2016

Science Needs Disrupting

SXSW Interactive 2016

Austin, Texas

December 31, 2015

Why Everyone Should Care Why the Sky is Blue

TEDx

London