Emma Glyn
About Emma Glyn
Emma Glyn is a Senior Associate at Motive Partners and a Co-Founder and Board Member of 20:40, where she has contributed to nurturing young leaders since its inception in 2020. She has an educational background in finance from the University of Cape Town and has completed various courses at prestigious institutions, including the London School of Economics and Singularity University.
Work at Motive Partners
Emma Glyn has served as a Senior Associate at Motive Partners since 2019. In this role, she contributes to the firm's focus on financial services and technology. Her responsibilities include analyzing investment opportunities and supporting strategic initiatives within the organization. With five years of experience at Motive Partners, she has developed a strong understanding of the financial landscape in the United Kingdom.
Co-Founder and Board Member at 20:40
Emma Glyn is a Co-Founder and Board Member of 20:40, a not-for-profit organization established in November 2020. She has played a significant role in its mission to prepare young leaders for future business and social challenges. The organization focuses on four core pillars: Development, Connectivity, Wellness, and Impact. Notable patrons, including HRH Princess Beatrice and the Lord Mayor Vincent Keaveny, support 20:40.
Education and Expertise
Emma Glyn has a diverse educational background. She completed her high school education at Diocesan School for Girls in Grahamstown from 2007 to 2011. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from the University of Cape Town between 2012 and 2015. In 2015, she attended the London School of Economics and Political Science for a summer course in Options, Futures, and Other Financial Derivatives. Emma also completed an online course in Foundations of Exponential Thinking at Singularity University in 2019 and is currently pursuing CFA Level II since 2018.
Previous Experience at Standard Bank Group
Before her current roles, Emma Glyn worked as an Investment Banking Analyst at Standard Bank Group from 2016 to 2018. Based in the Johannesburg Area of South Africa, she gained valuable experience in investment banking, focusing on financial analysis and client engagement. This role helped her develop skills that she applies in her current positions.