Joel Blake Obe

Joel Blake OBE is a distinguished entrepreneur and business leader, currently serving as Founder and CEO of GFA Exchange since June 2019, where the focus lies on empowering finance providers and enhancing inclusivity in financial models. In addition to this role, Joel holds positions such as Board Member at Taranis Capital, Chair of the Board of Trustees at EmployabilityUK, and VC Scout at Ada Ventures, demonstrating a commitment to ethical investment and support for underrepresented founders. A past President of the Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce, Joel has been instrumental in promoting bilateral trade opportunities across the Commonwealth. With extensive experience in leadership diversity from Founding Director of CULTIV8 SOLUTIONS LIMITED to various charitable and advisory positions, including Board Trustee at B:Music, Joel has consistently championed collaboration, innovation, and career development for young people and entrepreneurs alike.