Karan Gunn

Karan Gunn is a seasoned brand and marketing professional with extensive experience in various sectors, including higher education and law. Currently serving as Brand Manager at Reed Smith LLP since November 2021, Karan previously held multiple roles at the University of Essex, including Senior Brand Management Officer, where responsibilities included brand development and engagement across departments. Karan partnered with the Essex Business School on marketing strategies to enhance student recruitment and played a key role in producing the University’s integrated undergraduate prospectus. Additionally, Karan has experience as a Freelance Brand and Marketing Consultant, offering services to SMEs, and has held significant positions in business development and marketing communications at notable firms such as Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and Kingston Smith. Karan’s educational background includes a BEng in Medical Electronics from the University of Liverpool and several marketing diplomas from London Metropolitan University.