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Jo Fairley

Transform ethical business practices into profitable growth with Jo Fairley, the entrepreneur who proved conscious business could scale globally. Jo equips organisations to build purpose-driven brands and connect with conscious consumers through authentic storytelling. Co-founder of $100M global success Green & Black's, the UK's first Fairtrade Mark product.

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Jo Fairley, Speaker | Business Leader & Chocolate Pioneer
Jo Fairley

Jo Fairley

London, United Kingdom

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£6–10k

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Jo Fairley's biography

At a glance

  • Co-founder of Green & Black’s, the world’s first organic chocolate brand
  • Bestselling author of The Beauty Bible series
  • Founder of The Perfume Society and wellbeing ventures
Jo Fairley is a serial entrepreneur best known for creating the Green & Black's chocolate brand with her husband in 1991. The world’s first organic chocolate company and the first-ever product to carry the UK Fairtrade Mark, Green & Black’s is approaching a $100 million a year brand. In 2005, the brand was purchased by Cadbury’s, cementing it as not only an ethical leader but a household name. Jo remains a ‘Chocolate Ambassador’ with the brand. Alongside this, Jo is also the author of a bestselling series of books on beauty and wellbeing, The Beauty Bible, and is a regular columnist, feature writer and journalist for the world’s leading magazines. She has written for various newspapers and magazines, from The Times to The Mail on Sunday’s YOU Magazine, and as a ‘Wonder Woman’ business guru for Telegraph Woman Online.  Jo is in demand as a brand consultant, alongside her ventures, which have included an organic bakery and natural food store and a nine-room wellbeing centre in her hometown of Hastings. Most recently, she created and launched The Perfume Society, which works with the fragrance industry to improve individuals’ sense of smell in a pleasurable and engaging way. Jo's insights on building authentic brands with purpose resonate with companies seeking to balance commercial success with social responsibility. Drawing from her experience transforming Green & Black's from startup to household name, she provides actionable strategies for sustainable growth and innovation. Audiences gain practical frameworks for developing ethical brands that connect with conscious consumers, proven approaches to innovation that don't compromise values, and strategies for authentic storytelling that builds customer loyalty. Jo also offers the option of including a delicious chocolate tasting to complement her sessions for a multi-sensory experience your audience won't forget. Book Jo for a uniquely engaging presentation that delivers both inspiration and practical business insights.

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The Ultimate Chocolate Tasting Experience
Join entrepreneur Jo Fairley for an engaging, interactive session where she shares her inspiring journey in the chocolate industry. Attendees will participate in a guided chocolate tasting that enhances their sensory experience and encourages discussion. The event will conclude with a Q&A session, allowing participants to gain direct insights from Jo. By attending this unique session, participants will gain inspiration from Jo's entrepreneurial success whilst learning all about the art of chocolate tasting.

Why we recommend booking Jo

Book Jo Fairley to give your teams, leaders and managers practical lessons on building a standout brand in a crowded market. She's especially in demand for purpose-led teams tackling change, strengthening culture, and turning values into momentum, loyalty and long-term growth. Ask about adding a chocolate tasting to make the session even more memorable.

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Trusted by Jergens Naturals, IQPC, Eversheds Sutherland, Accenture, Barclays

Testimonials

We had fantastic feedback from our conference delegates. Not only did they enjoy Jo's talk but they took away valuable insight into entrepreneurism.

Teesside University

The feedback from Jo’s keynote and panel involvement at our “Embrace Equity” event for International Women’s Day was incredible. The way the audience reacted is testament to how brilliant she is: we just couldn’t keep them from raising their hands. Our 15 minute Q&A turned into 30 minutes, which was wonderful.

Investec

Jo met the brief and event objectives 100%. She handled everything with the utmost professionalism and her comments were enlightening.

Jergens Naturals

Featured Projects

Jo Fairley - The Perfume Bible book cover
Jo Fairley - The Story Of Green & Black's book cover
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How do I book Jo Fairley for my next event?
Email jo.fairley@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Jo's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.

Jo Fairley structures her sessions around a guided chocolate tasting, during which attendees engage their senses whilst she draws on her experience building Green & Black's into a household name. Sessions close with a Q&A.

What is Jo Fairley's speaking style like?
Jo Fairley structures her sessions around a guided chocolate tasting, during which attendees engage their senses whilst she draws on her experience building Green & Black's into a household name. Sessions close with a Q&A.

Jo Fairley structures her sessions around a guided chocolate tasting, during which attendees engage their senses whilst she draws on her experience building Green & Black's into a household name. Sessions close with a Q&A.

What topics does Jo Fairley specialise in?
Jo Fairley's sessions cover entrepreneurship, ethical brand building, and chocolate tasting as a sensory and business experience. She co-founded Green & Black's in 1991, growing it into a brand approaching $100 million in annual revenue before its acquisition by Cadbury's in 2005.

Jo Fairley's sessions cover entrepreneurship, ethical brand building, and chocolate tasting as a sensory and business experience. She co-founded Green & Black's in 1991, growing it into a brand approaching $100 million in annual revenue before its acquisition by Cadbury's in 2005.

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