Josephine FairleyVisionary Co-founder of Green and Black's and Pioneer of Ethical Business

Josephine Fairley is the pioneering entrepreneur behind Green and Black’s, the world’s first organic chocolate brand. Alongside her husband, she established a global name built on the dual pillars of environmental ethics and high-quality production. Her work was instrumental in transforming the economic prospects of cocoa growers in Belize, and she was one of the earliest advocates for social responsibility within the food manufacturing sector. Under her guidance, the company earned numerous accolades for its ethical achievements and entrepreneurial success. Beyond her achievements in the confectionery industry, Josephine is a prolific author of over twelve books, including the Green Beauty Bible. Her professional background includes serving as a Contributing Editor for YOU Magazine and chairing a committee for the Soil Association. She is a highly experienced speaker who draws on her journey of navigating complex supply chains and volatile markets, famously managing logistics during port blockades to ensure product availability for major retailers. Her presentations provide audiences with a comprehensive understanding of brand positioning and the necessity of persistence when building a niche business. Josephine illustrates how ethical commerce can be exceptionally profitable and remains a sought-after speaker for those looking to understand the intersection of sustainability and market success. On stage, Josephine Fairley is best known for talks on Reputation, Branding & Marketing and ESG & Social Responsibility. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Business & Consulting, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Josephine Fairley is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Josephine Fairley travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Josephine Fairley would approach your audience.