Sophie Devonshire

Sophie Devonshire is an inspirational leadership speaker who brings decades of real-world experience, strategic insight, and entrepreneurial spirit to every stage she steps onto. Recognised as a best-selling author and highly respected CEO, she empowers audiences to thrive in today’s fast-moving business landscape by embracing speed, adaptability, and human-centred leadership.

Currently the Chief Executive Officer of The Marketing Society, Sophie leads a global network of marketing leaders, championing excellence, creativity, and growth across industries. Her work supporting organisations to lead with impact is underpinned by a career that spans senior leadership roles at Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola GB, and the Leo Burnett Group, where she shaped major brands such as Lilt, Sprite, and Dr Pepper.

An accomplished entrepreneur, Sophie founded Babes with Babies in 2006, creating a pioneering luxury retail experience for new and expectant mothers. She later became the CEO of The Caffeine Partnership, an award-winning strategic consultancy that helped leaders energise their organisations for sustainable success. Her influence also extends to community leadership, serving as a Board Member for Hammersmith & Fulham Industrial Strategy.

Sophie’s thought leadership is captured in her Amazon #1 bestselling books, ‘Superfast: Lead at Speed’ and ‘LoveWork: The Seven Steps to Thrive at Work’. These publications have been shortlisted for Business Book of the Year, cementing her reputation as a leading authority on leadership in fast-paced environments. Through these works, she provides practical frameworks for navigating change, fostering work-life harmony, and building cultures where people and businesses flourish together.

A regional finalist in the Forward Ladies Awards (2018) for her contribution as a corporate leader, Sophie is renowned for her ability to engage audiences with real-world stories and actionable strategies. Her speaking topics include business management, change leadership, brand repositioning, consumer behaviour, and work-life balance—all delivered with the energy and insight of someone who has led at the highest levels.

For organisations seeking to inspire transformation, fuel growth, and develop leaders who can thrive in complexity, Sophie Devonshire is the ideal speaker to elevate your next event.