In this series of presentations, we will hear from three successful women who have smashed through the glass ceiling in the sports industry to reach the top of their game. What were the highs of their journey? And the lows? How did they turn hardships into wins? And why is the issue of diversity so important to them?

Mindset is everything, in business and in sport. We all know how difficult it is to weather setbacks and still come back fighting. In this session, we will hear from a panel with a range of perspectives on how to nurture a strong and resilient mindset that allows you to keep pursuing your goals, even when the going gets tough.

Sophie Radcliffe will share her journey from meeting room to mountain top; quitting her 9-5 sales job, reinventing herself as an adventure athlete and becoming the founder of the TrailBlazers youth empowerment initiative, building confidence and courage in teenage girls. Using the power of adventure sports to change hearts, minds and lives around the world, Sophie will share how she built her globally recognised brand based on her values, commitment to creating change and 'one life, live it' philosophy.

In 2017 Lewes FC became the first semi/professional football club in the world to commit to equal playing budgets for our Men's and Women's first teams. Why had it taken so long for any club to do this, what has the impact been on and off the pitch and why haven't others followed suit?

In this series of one-on-one interviews, we will hear from people who have experience navigating different aspects of intersectionality at work in the sports industry. What is the multiplier effect in terms of professional disadvantage when we consider other protected characteristics, such as disability, race and sexuality? This session will provide an essential grounding to the day's discussions. What are the benefits of a truly diverse workforce? How can companies do more both to protect their employees from discrimination and to allow them to flourish professionally without compromising their authenticity? And what important lessons can we learn from individuals who have direct experience dealing with these issues?

The future looks bright for the UK sports industry, which is currently worth over £20 billion a year. However, traditional methods of governance are holding back efforts to drive progress in the sector. How can and should governance be modernised to meet the changing demands of the industry? What does "good governance" look like in the 21st century? And how would this drive progress on diversity goals?

In this series of presentations, we will hear from three successful women who have smashed through the glass ceiling in the sports industry to reach the top of their game. What were the highs of their journey? And the lows? How did they turn hardships into wins? And why is the issue of diversity so important to them?

In this session, Twitter’s Partner Manager for Sport will assess the international landscape for women in sport and address the differences across: countries and competitions. She will explore the work of Twitter's internal women’s network and the value of amplifying the voices of underrepresented groups. Finally, we’ll reflect on how brands can champion women in sport in an authentic way, both online and off.

In this series of presentations, we will hear from three successful women who have smashed through the glass ceiling in the sports industry to reach the top of their game. What were the highs of their journey? And the lows? How did they turn hardships into wins? And why is the issue of diversity so important to them?

We've all heard the stories about the business deals that happen on the golf course or at a family gathering; it's a reality of working in a patriarchal business structure that has traditionally created barriers to the progression of women. Despite strides towards equality for women working across all sectors, and the fact that many of these sexist practices are becoming a thing of the past, informal social networks are still responsible for the support and progression of many professionals, predominantly to the benefit of men. But don't despair, help is at hand! In this session, we will hear hints and tips for how to extend your professional network and build enduring working relationships that help you to reach your career goals, without needing to perfect your swing (unless you want to of course!)

Less than a quarter of all leadership roles in the world are held by women. Even less in sport. Many complain that there aren’t enough women wanting to lead or who have the experience to. How do we fix this? How do women navigate the male dominated world of sport and take their place at the top from their first job to the corner office?
Margot Harley will use this session to share how she set about unclogging her leadership pipeline of all the personal doubts, internal and external blocks and how she changed the leadership conversation on the way from an intern to CEO and how any women wanting to lead can do the same.

Mums. The most influential in the family for brands and marketeers.

When it comes to sport though, mums are largely overlooked. And with research showing that 80% of girls are active if their mums are, never has it been more critical to engage and connect with these women, through the power of community, to inspire long-term social change.

Becoming a mother is one of the most significant moments in a women’s life. With limited advice about how to exercise during and after pregnancy, and with the pressures of work, life and family to juggle, lots of mums simply stop being active.

Mel Bound, founder of multi award-winning running community This Mum Runs shares her journey from exercising every day pre-kids to complete inactivity after having children. A desperate plea on Facebook for a running buddy led to 75 women turning up to meet Mel for a run and This Mum Runs was born.

Now with 80,000 runners globally, a thriving online and offline community, hundreds of free runs for Mums across the country every week and a successful merchandise brand, This Mum Runs, recognised as one of the Top One Hundred Most Influential Communities in the World, has changed the game.

The esports world is growing at a rapid pace and is full of new opportunities and challenges. But how diverse is it and what kind of participation do women have in competitive video gaming? The British Esports Association focuses on grassroots esports and the importance of fostering diversity within it.

Do you see a variety of barriers preventing women and girls participating at different levels or forms of your sport or activity?

Do you effectively use insight and listen to women and girls about their needs before creating solutions to engage or retain them in sport and physical activity?

Do you find it challenging to reach a wider female audience, outside of the network you are already engaging with?

This session will take a look at the gender gap in sport and physical activity, using cycling as an example to illustrate what we, at British Cycling, have learnt since the launch of our Women’s Strategy, in 2013 and the tactics we’ve deployed to help us reach our target of getting one million more women on bikes by 2020.

This session will examine the relationship between the increasing commercialisation of women's football and increasing representation of women athletes. Explore how the game is commercially developing, with big name sponsors putting money on the women's game. Learn how footballers build their personal brand to access sponsorship and the obstacles they encounter.

The biggest asset your organisation has is its people Join our interactive "IAMACHAMPION" workshop and learn how to think, feel and perform like one by using the tools of Boxing and Breath. " I am confident, I am ready, I am connected, I am a champion"

In this practical and interactive workshop Lyndon Roberts, Director at Inclusion in Sport will share vital statistics around discrimination, bullying and harassment in sport - especially those which most impact women. Explore what we as individuals and organisations can do to build more inclusive cultures at elite levels. Understand the policies in place to protect you and develop the tools to go beyond formal procedures. You'll gain a greater understanding of the impacts of our culture and behaviour through practical exercises designed to spotlight where we can all do better. Come away with actions to implement immediately in your organisation.

Effective leadership is one of the most important elements of success. Many of the key attributes of a good leader are qualities and skills that can be taught or learned through experience. In this session, the NFL's first British woman coach, leading a male team, will drill down into the key qualities that make an effective leader and help you to develop your leadership skills in your own work.

In the week before the European triathlon championships Suzie Richards, triathlon coach swapped her training schedule for meditation, in this session she will share the impact that had on her performance. In this interactive workshop Suzie will pass on what she has learnt from practicing meditation as a powerful tool for mental preparedness and personal growth. Don't just rely on what she tells you though, this session includes a mini guided meditation session so that you can feel the effects for yourself.

Elizabeth Miglierina, Senior Associate at architecture firm Populous, explores the environmental factors contributing towards the gender gap in attendances at sports grounds. Drawing on her experience in designing a host of elite-level sports facilities, she will discuss how design can be used to create a more inclusive environment and encourage women to participate in sport from an early age.