Emma Grede on Building Iconic Brands and the Inspiration Behind 'Start with Yourself '

Emma Grede on Building Iconic Brands and the Inspiration Behind 'Start with Yourself '

From Talks at GS by Goldman Sachs

June 26, 2026 · 26 min

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Emma Grede discusses her journey and insights on building brands and financial fluency for women.

Emma Grede has redefined the modern consumer brand landscape, emerging as a global leader in fashion and lifestyle as the co-founder and CEO of Good American, founding partner of SKIMS and co-founder of Off Season. In a discussion with Kim Posnett, global co-head of Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs, Grede details her journey from East London to becoming one of America’s wealthiest self-made women. During the session, she shares insights from her new book, Start With Yourself, emphasizing the importance of financial fluency for women and explaining how a commitment to authenticity has fueled her success as a serial entrepreneur. This episode was recorded on April 14, 2026. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for informational purposes only, and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation from any Goldman Sachs entity to take any particular action, or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any securities or financial products. This material may contain…

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