Rita Clifton CBE is a leading authority on brand strategy and sustainable business leadership, transforming how organisations build value through strategic brand management and authentic leadership practices.

Hailed as a 'Brand Guru' by the Financial Times, Rita's credentials include chairing the John Lewis Partnership and Simplyhealth, following executive roles as London CEO and Chair at Interbrand and Vice Chair at Saatchi & Saatchi. She has served on boards including ASOS, Nationwide Building Society, and chairs Forum for the Future, bringing corporate and sustainability expertise to her work. Her acclaimed books include "The Future of Brands," "Brands and Branding," and her recent work "Love Your Imposter."

In today's volatile business landscape, Rita helps organisations navigate disruption by leveraging brand as a strategic asset rather than merely a marketing function. Her practical approach connects brand strategy to commercial outcomes, enabling businesses to build resilience, drive sustainable growth, and align purpose with profit in ways that resonate with increasingly values-driven consumers and employees.

Audiences leave Rita's presentations with actionable frameworks for building brand value in the digital age, practical strategies for authentic leadership development, and clear methodologies for embedding sustainability into core business strategy. Her insights help leaders overcome imposter syndrome while developing stronger personal brands.

Book Rita when your organisation needs a speaker who combines strategic brand expertise with practical business wisdom that delivers measurable results.