Emma Grede is the ultimate modern mogul, a self-made entrepreneur who builds category-defining brands and the teams behind them.

A leading force in today’s consumer economy, Grede is the co-founder and CEO of Good American, the founding partner of SKIMS, and the co-founder of Safely and Off Season. Across each venture, she has built brands that do not just sell products, but reshape industries around inclusivity, demand, and cultural relevance.

Grede is also a prominent investor and media voice. A recurring Shark on Shark Tank, she made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on the show and continues to back founders building the next generation of consumer companies. In her New York Times bestselling book Start With Yourself, she breaks down the mindset and decisions behind building lasting success. Through her podcast, Aspire with Emma Grede, she brings together top leaders to unpack the habits and strategies that drive real results.

Beyond business, Grede plays an active role in global impact efforts. She serves on the boards of the Obama Foundation and Baby2Baby, and is a King’s Trust Ambassador, reflecting her commitment to expanding opportunity and representation across industries.

As a speaker, Grede delivers a candid, practical look at what it takes to build and scale brands today. She shows audiences how to identify opportunity, create products people actually want, and lead with both ambition and purpose.