About Us
Women In Change was founded in 2022 by Sarah Bar-Lev, when she was Head of Change at the Ministry of Defence.
It started as a personal desire to grow her network and then realising how many more women in the field wanted to connect, it became something much bigger.
Meet the Team
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Sarah Bar-Lev
FOUNDER & CEO
Inspired with a vision to create a powerful community for women leading change, Sarah founded the Women In Change network in August 2022.
As an experienced change leader herself across the MOD and consulting fields, Sarah noticed the absence of a dedicated platform for women in change to connect, support, and empower one another.
Sarah's leadership has propelled the network's growth, including organizing the successful inaugural summit, bringing in new members and securing invaluable sponsorship. Her inclusive and warm approach ensures that every member feels welcomed and empowered to get involved. In her day-to-day role, Sarah is Principal Consultant for PA Consulting in their Change and Capability Practice.
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Lou Robey
MANAGING DIRECTOR & COO
Lou joined Women In Change as a founding member, while co-leading the award winning BBC Culture Change programme, reigniting the BBC Values, building a new employee experience and driving organisational development. She joined as a director in September 2023 and is super excited to be leading on this network growth. Networking has always been a passion, so what better way now but to support the building of this fabulous business.
With over 40 years of experience in all sectors, a senior leader with a proven track record co-ordinating many complex and challenging change programmes. She brings her strategic mind to the Women In Change team, a great black book offering an extensive and diverse network from all sectors. With fantastic ideas, she’s ready to take Women In Change to the next level.
After 25 years at the BBC She has now has a portfolio career in consulting in Change, as well being a Storyteller & Keynote Speaker.
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Jennifer Bryan
DIRECTOR OF OPUS & HEAD COACH
We are delighted that Jennifer has joined us as the Director of Opus & Head Coach.
Jennifer has consulted on multiple programmes with over 40 different organisations across different industries such as Microsoft, Mott MacDonald and Barclays to name a few.
She has been a guest lecturer at Loughborough University and St. Mary’s University and collaborated with Henley Business School of Management on research projects, as well as spoken at a number of their events.
Jennifer has collaborated with a number of industry leaders, such as Megan Reitz and John Higgins, on research and network projects in order to stay up to date with the latest thinking and future thinking on leadership.
We are thrilled that she will lead this exciting new C-Suite offering at Women in Change.
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Helena Sikk
NETWORK OPERATIONS MANAGER
Helena joined Women In Change in 2025, bringing over 15 years of experience in media production and administration across diverse industries in Estonia, Australia, and UK. She understands the importance of innovative approaches and effective implementation of AI solutions, which she uses to support clients seeking virtual assistance.
Helena lives in UK and runs her own business, VAi Pro, which provides personalised virtual support, social media management, and AI solutions to businesses.
She has collaborated with organisations in telecommunications, education and medical sectors, enhancing their operations through video editing, media production, automation and administration. This experience gives her a broad understanding of diverse business environments and a passion for building efficient, technology-driven solutions.
Our values
Authenticity
We believe in being true to ourselves and our mission. By embracing authenticity, we ensure that our actions and words align with our core beliefs, fostering genuine connections with our community.
Integrity
Integrity is at the heart of everything we do. We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethics, ensuring that our decisions and actions reflect our commitment to transparency and trustworthiness.
Purpose
Our work is driven by a clear and meaningful purpose. We are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of women, providing opportunities for growth, empowerment, and change.
Collaboration
We achieve more together. By working collaboratively, we harness the strengths and expertise of our partners, sponsors, and community members to create a powerful network of support and innovation.
Courage
We operate with courage, taking bold steps to challenge the status quo and advocate for change. Our fearless approach allows us to address issues head-on and inspire others to join us in our mission.