Linda Middleton-Jones

Founder/Managing Director

Linda Middleton-Jones

International Trade Matters Ltd

Linda Middleton-Jones is an internationally recognised authority on international trade, corporate governance, and strategic business growth. A board advisor, Non-Executive Director, and Founder of International Trade Matters Ltd , she has spent more than 25 years helping businesses, governments, and organisations navigate global markets, manage risk, and unlock sustainable growth. An Internationalisation Specialist for Innovate UK, Linda has advised hundreds of SMEs, multinational organisations, and industry bodies on international expansion and governance. She is the creator of the Manufacturing Barometer , recognised in Hansard and at the World Economic Forum in Davos , and the architect of the acclaimed Global Blueprint Programme , enabling organisations to build resilience and compete successfully in global markets. Her board portfolio spans commercial, public, and not-for-profit organisations, bringing expertise at the intersection of strategy, policy, governance, and international commerce. Recognised as the Most Influential Businesswoman in Multi-Sector International Commerce in both 2022 and 2024, Linda is a sought-after keynote speaker known for translating complex global challenges into practical strategies for growth, resilience, and competitive advantage.