INNER WINGS FOUNDATION - Key Persons
Claudia has built a career as a growth strategist and marketer with technology companies around the world.
A mother to 2 young boys and a keen footballer, she is passionate about providing children with the tools needed to succeed in their personal and professional lives.
Darren Roos is a South African born CEO of global software company, IFS. Darren's career of building and scaling world class software businesses spans over 25 years and he is a regular spokesperson on channels such as CNBC and Bloomberg TV. A committed advocate of equality and diversity, he increased the female leadership in IFS from 10% to 40% and created the IFS Foundation, raising over $250,000 to break the poverty cycle in Sri Lanka. Darren also sits on the board of global software company SiteCore.
When not working, Darren enjoys spending time at home with his wife Melissa and their three children.
Melissa Di Donato Roos is an acclaimed American-born British business and technology leader and the first female CEO of SUSE, the world's largest open source software company. Throughout her 25+ year career, she has worked passionately to make the world of technology a better place for everyone, but in particular a place women want to be part of. Named one of the Top 10 most influential women in U.K. Technology, she also serves as Technology Group Chair of the 30% Club - an organisation with the goal of achieving 30 percent female directors on S&P 100 boards by 2023.
Melissa is also the author of a series of children's books designed to motivate and inspire young girls to find their inner strength, build their self-confidence and accomplish their biggest dreams, whatever they may be. Melissa lives outside of London, England with her husband Darren and their three children.
Edit is passionate about technology, solving problems and inspiring children, young adults and professionals to find their own path.
As a Chief Product Officer she regularly volunteers and participates in Women in Tech and technology educational events like the Hour of Code.
Job Titles:
- Head of Programmes and External Relations
Ellen has worked for a number of INGOs around the world, and spent years working in federal and provincial politics in Canada. During her time in London, Ellen has worked for Liberal International, the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK, the Westminster Foundation for Democracy, the Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative and the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change.
She holds a Masters in European Studies and recently attained a Masters in Human Rights Law.
Following her career in the City as a top-ranked financial analyst and raising two daughters, Ilaria is passionate about empowering women and young people to reach their full potential.
As a coaching psychologist, she applies behavioural and strategic insight to help individuals develop their capabilities, resilience and performance. At Inner Wings, she helps write educational programmes to help children see challenges as opportunities and not letting their fears stop them, making a positive impact on their lives.
Megan is passionate about helping young children achieve their potential. Having earned a degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Forensic Psychology, she has worked with children from disadvantaged backgrounds who have social, emotional, and mental health needs. As a caregiver for these children, Megan has noticed a lack of confidence and self-esteem among children during critical developmental stages and is dedicated to being part
Melissa Di Donato Roos is an acclaimed American-born British business and technology leader and the first female CEO of SUSE, the world's largest open source software company. Throughout her 25+ year career, she has worked passionately to make the world of technology a better place for everyone, but in particular a place women want to be part of. Named one of the Top 10 most influential women in U.K. Technology, she also serves as Technology Group Chair of the 30% Club - an organisation with the goal of achieving 30 percent female directors on S&P 100 boards by 2023.
Melissa is also the author of a series of children's books designed to motivate and inspire young girls to find their inner strength, build their self-confidence and accomplish their biggest dreams, whatever they may be. Melissa lives outside of London, England with her husband Darren and their three children.
Nieta joined Inner Wings in October 2022. She has a degree in Drama from Kingston University and a master's in Applied Theatre from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.
She has joined Inner Wings following on from a varied career spanning education, theatre and working with socially engaged arts organisations. Having previously worked most prolifically as a theatre-maker, contributed to fringe-circuit productions, as well as to productions at Arcola and Bush Theatre, including Fringe First and Olivier Award winning Baby Reindeer.
Nieta is passionate about the role creativity has in building confidence, a tool she champions in her work with communities.