Kara Gammell

Editorial Director at Meerkat Studios and freelance financial journalist/broadcaster

Kara Gammell is an accomplished personal finance journalist with a rich background in writing for prominent national newspapers and magazines like Metro, Marie Claire, The Daily Telegraph, The Sunday Times, and more.

Currently serving as the editorial director at Meerkat Studios, a consumer content division affiliated with Comparethemarket.com, Kara is deeply engaged in creating informative financial content.

In addition to her roles in journalism, Kara runs a popular money-saving blog, Your Best Friend's Guide to Cash, where she offers practical advice on maximizing finances regardless of budget constraints.

As a respected industry commentator, Kara frequently shares her expertise on radio and television, offering valuable insights and analysis on financial matters.

Kara Gammell is also an author, having published her first book titled 'Your Best Friend's Guide to Cash: Eight things every woman needs to know about money' in January 2015 through Harriman House.

Originally hailing from Nova Scotia, Canada, Kara currently resides in West Sussex with her daughter and boasts a strong educational foundation with studies in Magazine Journalism, Sociology, and other disciplines.

With a diverse professional journey that includes roles such as Financial Journalist, Editorial Consultant, Content Creator, and Personal Finance Reporter, Kara Gammell is a well-rounded individual with a knack for simplifying complex financial concepts for her audience.