Founder, Event Tech World | Strategy Consultant, FT Live | Advisor, Moderator & Facilitator

Vanessa Lovatt is one of the most trusted and dynamic voices in the global events industry. As the Founder of Event Tech World, she has built a phenomenal and fast-growing community of event tech buyers and users, creating a one-of-a-kind space where real conversations thrive, technology is demystified, and the future of event technology results is shaped with purpose.

With two decades of leadership in B2B events and media, Vanessa’s career includes senior roles at Glisser, Notified, and IQPC, where she led product innovation, audience engagement strategies, and global go-to-market growth. She now works as a strategy consultant for FT Live, advising on commercial transformation and business model innovation, while also serving as a Board Advisor to Public Sector Network and Fractional Marketing Advisor to Event Footprints. 

Vanessa is a regular moderator and facilitator of industry events, customer advisory boards, business strategy days, and leadership offsites and is known for her ability to drive sharp discussions with business-aligned outcomes, in a relaxed and inclusive style. A natural and high-energy communicator, she’s also a sought-after speaker on event technology, audience engagement, and data-led event strategy.

At the heart of everything she does is one big mission: To make event tech accessible, relevant, and “business as usual” for every event professional - no matter their title, budget, or tech confidence.

If you’re passionate about building smarter events, elevating audience experience, or staying ahead of the curve connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn.