Leah Friedlander is the Head of Engagement at the Startup Coalition, where she leads efforts to build and strengthen relationships with the coalition’s diverse network of 4000 stakeholders, including Startups, Investors, Ministers, MPs, and policymakers. Since joining the coalition in 2021, Leah has played a key role in shaping conversations at the intersection of startups, innovation, and public policy. With a background in US politics, Leah worked on the 2020 US presidential election campaign and in the US Senate before transitioning to UK policy and advocacy. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration in Digital Technologies and Policy from UCL. In addition to her role at the Startup Coalition, Leah serves on the advisory board of Capital Enterprise, supporting initiatives that drive innovation and entrepreneurship.