Founding Director of Solomon Hunt & Bestselling Author of ‘What Does It Matter?: Live with Less Stress and More Joy’ & Expert Stress Management Speaker
Emma Pears’s Biography:
Emma Pears is a best selling author, innovation strategist and Founding Director of Solomon Hunt, known for her clear and uplifting approach to leadership and wellbeing. She speaks with a calm authority shaped by years of working across boardrooms, studios and world class stages. Her most notable recent achievement is the success of her book ‘What Does It Matter?: Live with Less Stress and More Joy’, which was named one of HELLO! Magazine’s Best Motivational Self Help Books of 2024. Emma brings a rare mix of academic insight, corporate experience and creative storytelling to every event.
Emma began her career in music after earning a BA Hons in Music with a focus on composition. This early chapter set the tone for her creative direction and she went on to become an award winning songwriter, building a portfolio of work recorded and broadcast around the world. She later gained Qualified Teacher Status at Canterbury Christ Church University, which gave her practical grounding in communication and human behaviour. Her academic path continued at the University of Cambridge where she completed an MPhil in Educational Research as a full ESRC Scholar while also serving as Captain of the Clare Hall Women’s Rowing Team. These formative experiences shaped her analytical style, her interest in people and her ability to engage diverse audiences with confidence and clarity.
In 2013 Emma founded Solomon Hunt, a consultancy delivering leadership development, innovation strategy and performance coaching. Over more than a decade she has designed programmes for major clients including HSBC UK, Salesforce, British Telecom, Santander, M and G Prudential, Day Lewis Pharmacy, Ministry of Justice, London Fire Brigade and the NHS. Her background in performance has taken her to iconic venues such as Wembley Arena, the O2 Arena and the Berlin Philharmonie, where she has performed and conducted. Her work as a songwriter continues to feature Grammy winning artists and leading global music companies. In 2025 she expanded her ‘What Does It Matter?’ methodology, helping organisations adopt practical tools to ease pressure, strengthen decision making and support resilience.
Why Hire Emma Pears?
People hire Emma for her ability to translate complex ideas into calm and actionable guidance. She speaks on living with less stress and more joy, navigating change, paradoxical thinking, teamwork and the everyday decisions that determine wellbeing. Her message lands because it is rooted in lived experience, academic research and stories that stay with audiences long after the event, such as completing the London Marathon on a broken leg. Emma offers a grounded and thoughtful voice for organisations that want to support healthier thinking, stronger leadership and a more intentional working culture.
Emma Pears’s Career Highlights:
Below showcases Emma Pears’s inspirational career highlights throughout the world of motivational speaking:
- 2025 – Best-selling author named in HELLO! Magazine’s Best Motivational Self-Help Books of the Year
- 2013 – Founded Solomon Hunt
- 2010 – Awarded full ESRC Scholarship for MPhil, University of Cambridge
Videos
Emma Pears’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“Think of Emma as a UK-based Mel Robbins, she’s an in-demand public speaker and she wants people to live with less stress and more joy.” – HELLO! Magazine
“If I had it in my power, I would make sure everybody would read this book cover to cover, and in that way make the world a better place.” – Howard, Ph.D, CEO, Mid Genomics Associates, Inc.
“This book will help readers to ask questions that will give them some peace and direction. Enjoy the ride!” – Colleen, Emeritus Professor, University of Cambridge
“I am recommending it to all my clients as a brilliant tool to calm your nervous system, to help improve mental and physical health.” – Simoné, Founder & Formulator, Rejuv Wellness
“If you’re on the hunt for peace, to shush your inner critic and you want to stop sweating the small stuff, this book is the one you need to pick up. It will change your life forever if you do the work that’s required… It’s the ultimate book teaching us what we know deep down, that life is for living and not stressing.” – Leanne, Lifestyle and Commerce Director, HELLO! Magazine
“Emma has consistently brought high energy, empathy and relevant insight that has provoked people to think differently about change, delivery and prioritisation, both personally and for an organisation. Challenging conversations brought to life with disarming humour when it’s needed most. Thank you!” – Peter, Head of SME Business Banking, HSBC UK
“I cannot praise Emma’s reliability, integrity, honesty and creativity enough. The energy she brings into a room is engaging, warm, endearing and fun, whilst coming at things through a commercial and collaborative lens.” – Jane, Head of Corporate Clients, Santander
Speaking Topics
Emma Pears’s Official Keynote Topics:
- What Does It Matter: What I Think?
- What Does It Matter: What I Decide?
- What Does It Matter: How I Live My Life?
- What Do I Matter?
How Much Does Emma Pears Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Emma Pears?
The cost of hiring Emma Pears depends on factors such as your event format, location and the length of her appearance. For an accurate and tailored quote, contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent for guidance.