Speaker. Author. Coach. Visionary.
Transforming Workplaces Into Havens of Productivity, Creativity & Wellbeing
Gifty Enright is a leading expert in workplace wellbeing, blending western science, eastern philosophy, and African wisdom in her pioneering approach. She enhances corporate culture and productivity by reducing staff turnover, fostering inclusivity, and boosting morale. With three decades of corporate experience and a dynamic media presence, she redefines productivity and success for corporate leaders and teams worldwide.
Who she is
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Innovative Keynotes: Delivered transformative ‘How to Think’ keynotes to leaders, educators, and CEOs, positively disrupting numerous sectors.
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Acclaimed Author: Her book, “Octopus On A Treadmill; Women, Success, Health, Happiness,” described by Dame Joanna as ‘a must-read for all working mothers,’ has received global acclaim.
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Global Speaker: Spoken at top universities like Oxford, delivered TEDx talks, and featured on platforms such as MSN and Yahoo.
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Media Contributions: Regular contributor to TV programmes like ‘Good Morning Britain.’
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Executive Coaching: Coached c-suite executives and advised organizations on creating inclusive, dynamic, and productive work environments.
What’s Her Story?
From a childhood in a developing country to adulthood in England, where she had to quickly integrate into a new culture as a teenager and later in life successfully bring up two boys in a mixed marriage, mastering diversity has been a way of life.
She also had to fight her way back from ill health and burnout as a working mother, as a result of, holding down two jobs, one as a full time Management Consultant and the other as the CEO of her own sports events management business.
With all this going on, she still found time to write a bestselling book. ‘Octopus on a Treadmill, Women, Success, Health and Happiness’ to document her journey as a working mother.
Her journey, has been filled with challenges and triumphs, which have shaped her into a passionate advocate for personal and professional growth. Her TEDx Talk delves into how embracing wellbeing transformed her life and career from a stressed and burnt-out mother to wellness.
Fun Fact: Gifty is a descendant of the Yaa Asantewaa the warrior queen of the Ahanti Kingdom in Ghana who led her men to war in the 1890s.
What People Say
“This is the second time we have had Gifty in our business discussing DE&I, Equity, Privilege and how addressing it head on will benefit businesses long term. Gifty is an extremely talented and knowledgeable well-being workplace expert and I have no doubt we will call on her expertise in the future ” – Jade Whymark – TD Synnex
“Wow, what a lasting impression you have left GKN Women’s network and the few guys that also attended!.” – Charlene Coleman – GKN Aerospace