Baroness Karren Brady

Baroness Karren Brady CBE is one of the UK’s most respected business leaders, celebrated for her pioneering role in football management, entrepreneurship and championing women in business. Widely recognised from BBC1’s hit show The Apprentice, she serves as a trusted adviser alongside Lord Sugar offering powerful insights and strategic expertise to aspiring entrepreneurs.

💼 Business Icon & Executive Leader

Karren Brady made history as the youngest Managing Director of a UK PLC when she floated Birmingham City FC on the London Stock Exchange in 1997. Following the club’s sale in 2009, she became Vice-Chairman of West Ham United Football Club, playing a vital role in its development and relocation to the iconic London Stadium.

She also holds key board positions including:

• Senior Non-Executive Director at Syco and Arcadia
• Small Business Ambassador for the Conservative Party
• Former board member at Channel 4 and Mothercare plc

Her influence extends to government initiatives, including her seat on the Department for Culture, Media & Sport’s Women in Sport Advisory Board (WISAB), helping to raise the profile and participation of women across the sports industry.

📺 Media Presence & Publishing Success

Karren is a familiar face on television with an enduring presence on The Apprentice. She’s also a national newspaper columnist, a published author of four books, and a Sunday Times best-selling novelist, sharing insights on leadership, resilience, and the realities of business.

🎗 Charity Advocate & Recognition

Deeply committed to philanthropy, Karren serves as:

• Patron of The Stroke Association
• Ambassador for WellChild and Teenage Cancer Trust

In 2013, she received a CBE for her outstanding contribution to women in business and entrepreneurship. She’s earned numerous awards, including Business Woman of the Year and Most Inspirational Woman of the Year.

🎤 Leadership Speaker

Karren Brady is an acclaimed keynote speaker who captivates audiences with her stories of grit, perseverance, and innovation. She offers practical leadership lessons and inspiring insight for:

• International Conferences
• Start-ups and Scale-ups
• Corporate Leadership Retreats
• After-dinner Events

📩 Book Baroness Karren Brady CBE for Your Next Event

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