Gareth Williams

Athlete, Business adviser, Consultant, Explorer, Foodie, Parent, Philanthropist, World traveler

Hi, first and foremost I'm a daddy and husband but in my spare time I'm a Partner at KPMG and avid runner. At KPMG I currently have two main roles, the first is Head of Thought Leadership where we spend our time putting ourselves in the shoes of clients and potential clients thinking about the challenges they face or might face and more importantly how to position themselves to succeed in a rapidly changing and uncertain environment. The second part of my work life is developing The Academy which is a new programme we're pulling together for our new graduates and school leavers, ensuring we are giving them the opportunities and learning experiences that they want and need. It is a fabulous way to spend my time as I get to learn from the 1,000 or so new joiners we recruit each year and shape a programme that really makes a difference to them. As a runner, along with 5 mates, I have just completed the adventure of a lifetime running 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days (well just under 6 actually) and raising £100,000 for two amazing local charities that help kids with disabilities and their families. A documentary should be airing in April on the Travel Channel so look out for it.

Being a great role model for our young daughter and making the world a better and fairer place for her to succeed in, whatever that means for her

Go into every situation with an open mind. Your preconceptions only restrict you and make your world a less interesting place to live in.

Finance, Restructuring businesses, Running

I first went to a TEDx in New Delhi in 2012 and found the experience brilliant. In my current position I have been lucky enough to have the chance to support bringing the first TEDx to KPMG in the UK and now want to learn more about how we can make this sort of learning more accessible to all of our colleagues

Running, although they will do soon!