Gwen Martin, Partner & CEO
Gwen has over 25 years of experience in the consulting industry. She has developed a deep network of business relationships and gets energy from connecting people and seeing them succeed. An entrepreneur at heart, she has achieved a track record of success by operating from the intersection of high EQ meets curiosity and integrity.
What advice would you give someone starting out in your industry?
Start making connections and keep in touch with them. Offer to connect your contacts and be a good conduit for introductions.
If you could try a different job for a day, what would you choose?
I would love to work at a high-end auction house like Sotheby’s or Christies in New York for a day during an auction. The energy in the room would be so exciting.
What is your mantra?
“You’re fine!”
How do you get yourself out of a slump?
I make a list and start checking things off. Momentum begets momentum. I also enjoy walking around the lake, going on a hike, or taking a bike ride.
What companies or leaders do you admire?
I admire entrepreneurs like Mark Cuban, Sophia Amoruso and Chris Sacca. People who have a vision and bring it to life – then give back to other entrepreneurs who are earlier on in their path.
What has been the biggest shift you’ve noticed in your industry in the last decade?
I have found that people are much more accessible through LinkedIn and other tools.
What is your go-to celebration meal, drink or tradition?
I love to toast an occasion with a bottle of Caymus wine, shared with friends/family.
