Michael Gough

Michael is an entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience designing impactful brands and marketing strategies. After successfully co-founding and selling his stake in a brand agency that thrived for over two decades, Michael now channels his expertise into consultancy, partnering with an eclectic mix of clients. He has worked with the Fitzwilliam Museum, Christian Aid, London City Mission, Rothschild Trust, Octopus Investments, Snowball Impact Investors, and Kingdom Bank. As the host of the Why It Matters podcast, Michael explores often-overlooked brands and ideas. You’ll often find him soaking up inspiration in East London’s cinemas, galleries, and music venues when he's not advising or podcasting.