Women in Sports

The world of sport has always been male-orientated since its formal inception in 776 BCE, at the first Olympic Games. Male athletes and teams have continuously received more screen time and investment than their female counterparts, perpetuating the bias that undermines women in sports.  

In a survey, 40% of women working in sport reported feeling less valued than men in the workplace, reflecting the culture of inequality. Women in sports speakers can supply a powerful insight into this competitive environment, opening audiences’ eyes to the obstacles that female athletes face.  

For corporate guests, these speakers inspire audiences with their unwavering strength. Having smashed glass ceilings in their respective sports, hiring a female athlete for your event will ensure attendees come away empowered.  

Discover the leading women in sports available to book for your event, in our selection below. 

Abbi Pulling

F1 Academy Champion, First Female Winner in British F4, GB3 Driver & Female Motorsport Role Model

Abbie Eaton

First Female Winner of Blancpain GT Endurance Series & Test Driver on The Grand Tour

Amy Purdy

Paralympic Snowboarding Champion, Renowned Female Motivational Speaker & TEDx Star Inspiring Millions Globally

Anita Asante

Football Defender for Aston Villa, English National Team & London 2012 Olympic Squad

Anna Allerton

Former Global Head of Internal Communications at Sky & Women's Health Advocate

Billie Jean King

Former Grand Slam Tennis Champion, Winner of the Battle of the Sexes, & Congressional Gold Medal Recipient

Caroline Elliott

Snow Safety Educator & Author of "Fjord's Mountain Mission"

Casey Stoney

Former England Captain & Head Coach of Canada Women's National Team

Cathy O’Dowd

First Woman to Reach the Summit of Mount Everest from the South & North Sides, Author & Adventurer

Women in sports speakers are regularly booked for corporate events and conferences, where they recount the sexism faced on their journeys to the top. Audiences take away from their talks the mindset needed to rise above prejudice and succeed in the face of discrimination.  

This National Girls & Women in Sports Day, which takes place on Wednesday 5th February 2025, hire a woman in sports to celebrate the event. The attitude these athletes instil in audiences leads to improved workplace performance, as a confident and empowered team drives corporate success.  

Contact a booking agent today to hire a woman in sport for your event. Our team will manage every stage of the process, to ensure your event is truly unforgettable.