Juliet Barratt

Juliet Barratt is a highly respected entrepreneur and motivational speaker, best known for her groundbreaking work as the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Grenade. The global fitness brand, which revolutionised the protein bar and performance nutrition market, stands as the cornerstone of her career. Juliet’s innovative marketing strategies and relentless drive for excellence transformed Grenade into a household name. Her success story with Grenade, from its humble beginnings to its eventual sale in 2021, makes her a sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences with her unique journey of perseverance, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Juliet’s career began in education before she became a Sports Nutrition Distributor at Fusion, but it was her role as co-founder of Grenade in 2010 that marked the turning point in her career. Under her leadership, Grenade emerged as a dominant force in the highly competitive fitness market, providing protein bars, supplements, and apparel. Grenade not only became a leader in the fiercely competitive fitness sector but also challenged the status quo of overpriced and unhealthy workout supplements. Her drive and determination were key to the brand’s rapid rise, eventually leading to its sale in 2021.

Recently, Juliet’s accomplishments have continued to impress. In 2023, she was named one of the Top 100 Influential People by Awards Intelligence. Additionally, her significant contributions to the business world were recognised when she was awarded Great British Entrepreneur of the Year in 2018 and EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2014. Juliet has also taken on key leadership roles, including Non-Executive Director at Booch & Brew and LoveRaw, as well as mentoring young entrepreneurs through organisations like Virgin StartUp and Virgin Unite. Her achievements speak volumes about her leadership and passion for driving change in the business world.

Juliet is hired as a motivational speaker because of her exceptional ability to inspire and empower others. Her personal journey, from building a globally successful brand to mentoring emerging entrepreneurs, resonates with audiences worldwide. Keynote speaker at the Oxford Saïd Entrepreneurship Forum in 2024, Juliet has invaluable insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, and overcoming challenges, making her an ideal speaker for anyone looking to achieve business success or find inspiration in their own journey.