RAISE Women's Sport

By: Sally Corander
  • Summary

  • Join us for exclusive conversations with CEOs, Directors, and Athletes who are at the forefront of transforming women’s sports and leadership. Listen as global industry leaders share their insights, strategies, and personal journeys in driving meaningful change within the women’s sports landscape.


    More about RAISE

    RAISE is a series of inspiring high-level business events and meetings to collectively advance women’s sport. We bring together sport business leaders, inspiring real talk and real change in the industry.


    Interested in partnering?

    Contact sally@raisewomensport.com for more information.


    Website: raisewomensport.com

    Instagram: https://instagram.com/raisewomensport

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/101897367/

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Episodes
  • EP 2: Championing Inclusivity in Racing with Sophie Power (RAISE 2024)
    Nov 15 2024

    In episode 2 of the RAISE Conference podcast series, host June Sarpong sits with Sophie Power, GB 24hr Ultrarunner and Founder of SheRACES.


    Known for her powerful story and viral image of breastfeeding mid-race (a 106 mile ultramarathon!!), Sophie opens up about her unique path from a self-described “unsporty” child to a global advocate for inclusivity in sports.


    This conversation explores the barriers women face in sports, from the lack of supportive policies for motherhood to gender disparities in leadership. Through SheRaces, Sophie is championing real change by pushing events and brands to make sports more inclusive for women at every stage of life.


    About Sophie Power

    Sophie Power is a GB 24-hour ultrarunner and founder of SheRACES, a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for women in mass participation sports. She rose to global attention when she was photographed breastfeeding during a 106-mile ultramarathon.


    About June Sarpong

    June Sarpong is a celebrated broadcaster, author, and diversity advocate. With her extensive career in media, she has become a leading voice on diversity, inclusion, and equality.


    More about RAISE

    RAISE is a series of inspiring high-level business events and meetings to collectively advance women’s sport. We bring together sport business leaders of all genders, inspiring real talk and real change for girls and women’s sport.


    Interested in partnering?

    Contact sally@raisewomensport.com for more information.


    Stay connected with us and be part of the change!

    • Website: raisewomensport.com
    • Instagram: https://instagram.com/raisewomensport
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/101897367/
    • X: https://x.com/raisewomensport



    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    20 mins
  • EP 1: Breaking Barriers in Leadership with Helen Soulsby (RAISE 2024)
    Oct 25 2024

    In this exclusive series from the 2024 RAISE Conference, guest host June Sarpong sits down with Helen Soulsby, Managing Director of Elevate Talent, to discuss the challenges surrounding leadership and diversity in the sports industry.


    Helen shares insights into her own fascinating career journey, from working at global brands like Adidas to leading leadership development across Asia-Pacific. She highlights the challenges women face in leadership roles and how as an industry, we can actively break down these barriers.


    About Helen Soulsby

    Helen leads Elevate Talent’s consulting services and is a Senior Partner for Europe. Previously, while based in Singapore, she led the company’s growth across the APAC region focused on the sports, media, and entertainment industries.


    About June Sarpong

    June Sarpong is a celebrated broadcaster, author, and diversity advocate. With her extensive career in media, she has become a leading voice on diversity, inclusion, and equality.


    More about RAISE

    RAISE is a series of inspiring high-level business events and meetings to collectively advance women’s sport. We bring together sport business leaders of all genders, inspiring real talk and real change for girls and women’s sport.


    Interested in partnering?

    Contact sally@raisewomensport.com for more information.


    Stay connected with us and be part of the change!

    • Website: raisewomensport.com
    • Instagram: https://instagram.com/raisewomensport
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/101897367/
    • X: https://x.com/raisewomensport



    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    16 mins

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