Lindi Tardif - Tax Lawyer, Slalom & Co-Director of Women In Tech Seattle

Lindi is a bestselling author, international tax lawyer at Slalom, tech startup founder, and fierce advocate for women in tech. Born and raised in Soweto under apartheid South Africa, she defied systemic barriers to earn four degrees, qualify as an attorney there, and build a cross-continental career spanning public accounting (EY, KPMG, Deloitte), investment banking (Deutsche Bank), and big tech (Amazon).

💡 Why we’re excited to have her on the panel: Lindi has built a life at the intersection of grit and generosity. Her story is a testament to ambition beyond the traditional career ladder. She brings firsthand insight into navigating setbacks, redefining success, and building opportunity in the face of obstacles. Her journey is one of courage, resilience, and making space at every table she joins for others to succeed.