Ashley Friedlein

Ashley Friedlein is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in the fields of marketing, technology, and education. Currently serving as a mentor on the StartUPP program at Uppingham School and as an ambassador for Message Matrix, Friedlein is passionate about entrepreneurship and the intersection of AI and mobile messaging. As an investor at Ably, Seat Unique, The Happiness Index, and Crafty Counsel, Friedlein supports innovations that enhance real-time communication, employee engagement, and legal resources. With a strong background in mentorship, previously advising students at Cambridge Judge Business School, Friedlein also founded Guild, a platform for professional communities. Notably, Friedlein co-founded Econsultancy, which has had a significant impact on the marketing industry since its inception in 1999. Friedlein holds both BA and MA degrees in Modern Languages from the University of Cambridge.