Gemma Godfrey is a highly respected wealth manager, entrepreneur and board adviser who is hired as a motivational speaker for her expertise in leadership, transformation and strategic decision making in rapidly evolving industries. Operating at the intersection of finance, technology and media, Gemma has built a reputation for helping organisations and senior leaders navigate complexity with confidence. Known for her commercially minded and forward-thinking approach, she delivers practical insights on innovation, performance and sustainable growth, drawing on her experience leading businesses, advising boards and shaping conversations around the future of work, wealth and technology.
Gemma began her career as an intern at Goldman Sachs before securing her first professional role as a fund analyst at GAM. She later progressed to become Head of Research and Chair of the Investment Committee at Credo Group UK, where she strengthened her reputation as a strategic investment expert. Her profile continued to grow when she became an official contributor to CNBC, alongside serving as Head of Investment Strategy at Brooks Macdonald, overseeing market positioning and investment strategies for high-net-worth and adviser clients. During this period, Gemma also became a recognised media commentator, presenting business and consumer programmes across ITV, Sky News and Channel 4. She later founded Moola, a digital investment platform designed to make investing more accessible and engaging through technology, before the business was acquired by JLT. Expanding her influence further, Gemma founded Times Money Mentor at News UK and has since held numerous senior board and chair positions across organisations, including VivoPower, Foresters Financial and Kingswood Group. She currently serves as an IBM Partner on AI, Chair of Lloyds Wealth ACD, Remuneration Committee Chair of Saga plc and Non-Executive Director of FTSE 250 company Telecom Plus.
Throughout her career, Gemma has received widespread recognition for her influence and expertise. The BBC named her as one of their 100 Women, while she also won Industry Commentator of the Year at the City of London Wealth Management Awards. She was additionally shortlisted for the Social Media Business Influencer Award at the Shorty Awards. Her expertise has been featured across major television programmes, including Lorraine, Good Morning Britain and TalkTV, while brands such as NatWest, Homebase and Smart Energy GB have sought her insight for national campaigns. Gemma’s profile as a trusted commentator and business authority has made her one of the UK’s most recognisable voices on finance, leadership and innovation.
As a motivational speaker, Gemma combines commercial expertise with relatable storytelling and clear, actionable advice. Drawing from her experience leading businesses, advising global organisations and working within high-pressure environments, she equips audiences with the confidence to embrace change, make smarter decisions and remain competitive in uncertain markets. Her TEDx Talk, “How to Kiss”, reflects her ability to translate complex concepts into engaging and memorable lessons that resonate with audiences across industries. Whether discussing leadership, technology, resilience or future-focused strategy, Gemma delivers insightful and empowering presentations that inspire leaders and teams to think differently, take calculated risks and drive meaningful progress.
