Joanna joined Access Intelligence as COO in 2011 and became CEO in 2014, leading the company to becoming the third largest software provider to the UK PR and Communications industry. Today, the business is known for its commitment to using technology to transform the way in which journalists, politicians and online influencers access trusted, expert insight. Her vision is a world of open and effective communication that tackles head on issues from fake news to information overload. Today, Access Intelligence has over 6,000 customers. Before Access Intelligence, Joanna’s career included a combination of investment roles and ten years M&A experience in the software sector. Alongside her role at Access Intelligence, she is a non-executive director at Trailight Ltd, a compliance SaaS platform, solving regulatory challenges for Financial Services companies. Joanna graduated from Edinburgh University in 2004.