Gareth Edward Jones is a visionary technology leader, Speaker, Life Coach, environmentalist, and social impact advocate with over two decades of experience at the intersection of people, purpose, and digital transformation. A CIO Times Top 5 Business Leader (2024–25), and Executive Contributor for Brainz Magazine. Gareth is the founder and CEO of Lightrise, where he champions ethical innovation, ESG-driven strategy, and inclusive technology solutions.
From growing up in a working-class family and attending one of England’s lowest-ranked schools, to leading global HR and ERP transformations. Gareth’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of human potential. He has advised companies, mentored and coached future leaders, and trekked to Everest Base Camp for charity, all while staying grounded in his belief that people are an organisation’s greatest asset.
A passionate speaker, Life Coach and ally to the under-represented and values-aligned. Gareth inspires audiences to rethink leadership, embrace change, and build a better world, one engagement at a time.