Charlie Austin is a professional footballer and UEFA B licensed coach who brings over 15 years of elite sporting experience to the stage. His journey from non-league football to Premier League success offers unique insights into perseverance and performance excellence.
As a striker who scored 200+ career goals across clubs, including Queens Park Rangers and Southampton, Charlie has competed at football's highest levels. His achievements include receiving an England national team call-up and scoring the winning goal against Manchester United on his Southampton debut. Beyond playing, he's established himself as a respected media personality on Sky Sports and TalkSport, and co-hosted the popular horse racing podcast Studs Up, which topped UK podcast charts for seven weeks.
Diagnosed with combined ADHD in 2024, Charlie is also an advocate for mental health awareness and the challenges of managing neurodiversity in professional sport. His openness and experience make him a relatable and inspiring voice for audiences across business, education, and sport.
In his talks, Charlie shares practical strategies for overcoming setbacks and achieving peak performance. Audiences gain actionable frameworks for developing mental toughness in competitive environments, practical techniques for goal-setting and achievement tracking, and strategies for building team cohesion across diverse skill levels. Charlie's coaching experience with youth teams adds valuable perspective on talent development.
Book Charlie Austin for an authentic blend of sporting excellence and practical wisdom that transforms how your team approaches challenges and celebrates success.
How can I book Charlie Austin for my next event?
Email charlie.austin@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Charlie Austin available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Charlie Austin's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Charlie directly.
What topics does Charlie Austin specialise in?
Charlie Austin specialises in discussing football, mental health awareness, talent development and more.
What is Charlie Austin's speaking style like?
Previous bookers say Charlie Austin connects well with audiences and speaks with clarity, confidence, and ease.
Does Charlie Austin offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Charlie Austin offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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