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Telisha Matthews
Barrister and Founder, The Guided Growth Network and Shiphrah Legal Services
Telisha Matthews is a barrister, Gen Z Consultant, Culture Specialist, and keynote speaker who helps professional services firms better support, engage, and retain early-career talent. As the Founder of The Guided Growth Network and Shiphrah Legal Services, she works at the intersection of workplace culture, wellbeing, and generational change.
Passionate about the development of young professionals, Telisha supports organisations in creating healthier, more sustainable working environments while also helping early-career talent build confidence, resilience, and long-term success in demanding industries.
Combining legal expertise, lived experience, and a people-first approach, Telisha has become a trusted voice on Gen Z, burnout prevention, and the future of work. Her work challenges organisations to rethink how they develop and retain talent in today’s evolving workplace.