Captain of the GB and England women’s hockey teams for 13 years, Drove the GB team to a nail biting victory at the Rio Olympic Games... Read more
Kate Richardson-Walsh, is the most capped female hockey player in her country’s history, and was captain of the GB and England women’s hockey teams for 13 years.
An inspirational and charismatic leader she has been widely credited for helping build the incredible team ethos and commitment that drove the GB team to a nail biting victory at the Rio Olympic Games.
In winning gold Kate also made history in other ways, becoming one half of the first same-sex married couple to win an Olympic medal playing in the same team.
Having retired from international hockey after Rio, Kate turned her experience towards coaching, encouraging the grassroots development of the game and applying the leadership, team and performance lessons of a career in elite sport.
Kate is also an experienced motivational speaker. During the 17 years of playing elite level of hockey she experienced soaring highs and crushing lows, and playing in teams that were operating at their very best, and those that had deep structural issues and struggled to function.
Taking these experiences into the corporate space, Kate shares the key processes and behaviours that have underpinned the successful teams she has been a part of. The collaborative process to establish a shared team vision, values and behaviours that everyone feels ownership of, and the self-knowledge that each individual within the team developed, empowering them to give their very best to the collective cause.
She touches on the roles, awareness, leadership responsibilities and resilience of individuals within the team structure and shares some of the psychological tools they equipped themselves with and how this affected team cohesion. She also addresses the differences in the team and how they leveraged on this as a strength.
With an 18-year international career, Kate understands the demands of staying at the top in uncertain environments—balancing performance expectations with limited funding, job insecurity, and mental health challenges. Their insights help teams manage pressure, embrace uncertainty, and maintain focus through adversity.
Kate’s role as captain and ambassador for women’s sport offers a strong example of female leadership in action. She speaks at major forums sharing perspectives on overcoming barriers, building confidence, and championing equity in leadership. Relevant for organisations investing in gender diversity and talent development.
Kate’s experience with poor mental health and psychotherapy throughout her career is shared honestly and candidly. The importance to give time to recovery and preparation in high performance is an often overlooked piece of the excellence puzzle.
Kate offers a compelling view of authentic leadership in action—rooted in empathy, resilience, and trust. Kate, captain for 13 years and chosen by her teammates, reflects on vulnerability, leading under pressure, earning trust, and navigating setbacks. Her experiences offer valuable lessons for today’s leaders seeking to foster inclusive, high-trust environments.
You can book Kate Richardson-Walsh through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Kate's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Kate Richardson-Walsh's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Kate tailored to your event.
Kate Richardson-Walsh speaks on Celebrities, Arts & Culture, Diversity, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Kate to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Kate Richardson-Walsh for events worldwide, subject to Kate's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Kate Richardson-Walsh is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Kate can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Kate Richardson-Walsh on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Kate can offer.
Kate Richardson-Walsh delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Kate Richardson-Walsh's areas of expertise include Celebrities, Arts & Culture, Diversity, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. To get a clear sense of Kate's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Kate Richardson-Walsh can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Celebrities, Arts & Culture, Diversity, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation is relevant. Details of Kate's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Kate Richardson-Walsh is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Kate Richardson-Walsh, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Kate's current availability for your dates.