DepartmentEuropean Investment Bank Biography Natalia Przylepa is an accomplished IT leader with over 24 years of experience across both the public and private sectors. Holding an MBA and certifications in PM², PRINCE2 Practitioner, and ITIL Expert, she combines strategic vision with deep operational expertise. Over the course of her career, she has led large-scale technological transformations, driven IT strategies aligned with business objectives, managed complex outsourcing partnerships, and built high-performing, cross-functional international teams. Currently serving as Senior Head of the Cloud Engineering and Operations Unit at EIB, she is a driver of change - leading the development of scalable cloud solutions with a focus on automation, operational excellence, and delivering measurable business value through innovative technologies. A visionary and results-driven leader, she inspires change by example - fostering collaboration, encouraging innovation, and empowering diverse teams to thrive. Her leadership style is rooted in integrity, people-centricity, inclusiveness, and continuous learning. As a passionate advocate for gender equality in tech, she actively mentors emerging female talent and champions initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. She believes that representation matters and is committed to creating space for more women to lead, build, and innovate in the IT sector.