Citywealth Forum 2026 – Speaker

Karen Jones – Moderator
Citywealth 
Editor & CEO

Karen Jones – Moderator and Wealth Management Commentator

Karen Jones is the founder of Citywealth, a publishing and events company she launched in 2005 to connect ultra-high-net-worth individuals with leading private wealth managers worldwide. Through Citywealth’s editorial, awards programmes, and networking forums, she has positioned the platform as a trusted source of intelligence in the global wealth management sector.

Recognised as a natural communicator and industry commentator, Karen is regularly invited to provide insight on trends shaping private wealth — from family office governance and succession planning to the role of technology in wealth management. She has built a reputation as one of the leading women in wealth management and a prominent voice in advancing women’s visibility in the sector.

Career Background

Karen’s career foundation was in newspapers, spending nearly a decade at The Times and The Sunday Times, before leading Legal Business magazine and its awards. Since founding Citywealth, she has grown it into a respected brand known for editorial quality, prestigious awards such as the Magic Circle Awards, and thought-leadership features with top industry experts each week.

Recognition and Awards

Her achievements include nine Stevie Awards for Women in Business (including two Gold), the London Chamber of Commerce & Industry SME Business Woman of the Year (2024), and the prestigious Freedom of the City of London. Karen also holds voting rights for the Lord Mayor of London.

Education and Expertise

Academically, she has studied at London Business School, LSE, and the University of Oxford Said Business School – Women’s Leadership, furthering her expertise in finance, strategy, and emerging technologies. In parallel to her publishing work, she is Citywealth’s Anti-Money Laundering Officer and is pursuing qualifications in Forensic Accounting, Fraud Examination, and AML.

Wider Interests

Karen’s wider interests include Chinese art, technology innovation, and philanthropy, having supported multiple charities through Citywealth’s events programme. She also holds a strong voice in fintech and blockchain, representing the small percentage of women engaged in the cryptocurrency sector.