Gavin Simpson ACMA CGMA is an acclaimed author, inspirational speaker, and a highly accomplished finance professional whose extraordinary life story and personal insights are dedicated to empowering others and championing workplace inclusion.
Professional Expertise and Corporate Leadership
Gavin holds the prestigious Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation, a qualification that underpins his expertise in financial strategy and corporate leadership. His professional journey is one of remarkable ascension, moving from manual, working-class roles to holding significant positions within the corporate world.
In his current professional capacity, Gavin serves as a Director of Neuvantage Business Services Limited, a company focused on business support and accounting solutions as well as consultancy. He is also the Director of Binman to Boardroom Ltd, offering Keynote talks, and training and awarenes around neurodiversity and social mobility. This unique blend of hands-on experience and strategic financial acumen, along with his unique lived experience, gives him a grounded, pragmatic approach to leadership and business improvement.
A Champion for Neurodiversity and Social Mobility
Gavin’s platform is deeply informed by his personal experience of being diagnosed with autism later in life. He openly shares this part of his journey not only as a personal revelation but as a powerful message on the value of neurodiversity in the boardroom. He argues persuasively that unique cognitive styles—often labeled as different—are critical for innovative thinking and business success.
As a passionate advocate for social mobility, Gavin aims to shatter the perception that a traditional educational background is the only path to the top. He actively challenges the "class ceiling," demonstrating through his career and his writing that grit, determination, and a willingness to embrace one's own unique talents are the most important predictors of success.
Through his speaking and writing, Gavin Simpson inspires individuals from all backgrounds to recognise their potential, providing a powerful voice for a more inclusive and flexible professional future.
Gavin Simpson resides in Wellingborough, England.