Vin Murria

Founder of Advanced Computer Software

Career history: Founded ACS in 2008. Currently non-exec director at Softcat and Zoopla

Measure of influence: ACS was acquired by Vista Private Equity for £765m in March 2015. Prior to this, she was CEO of Computer Software Group, which after a period of organic and inorganic growth, she took private, backed by HG Capital for £100m. Following two further acquisitions and a merger, she exited in July 2007 for £500m.

Activities to advance women in tech: In 2007, Vin formed and funding a charity aiming to educate and support women in India and the UK.