Margaret Gibson OBE

Margaret Gibson OBE is a highly respected leader in entrepreneurship, enterprise support and social impact, with a career dedicated to helping people build businesses, develop careers and realise their potential.

A former Chief Executive of Women's Enterprise Scotland and Deputy Chief Executive of the EY Foundation, Margaret has spent decades championing entrepreneurship, particularly among underrepresented groups and aspiring founders.

She began her own entrepreneurial journey as the owner of a food manufacturing business before moving into business support and enterprise development roles, where she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs start and grow successful ventures.

Awarded an OBE for services to business and entrepreneurship, Margaret continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of business leaders through her work as a trustee, patron and advocate for inclusive economic growth.