Jeanette Kwakye is a broadcaster, Olympian, and former five-time British Champion who has become one of the most recognisable and respected voices in UK sports media.
Having reached the pinnacle of athletics by competing in the 100m final at the 2008 Beijing Olympics — the first British woman to do so in 24 years — she brings rare insight into elite performance, resilience, and life on the world stage.
Since retiring from athletics in 2014, Jeanette has forged an outstanding career as a presenter and pundit. She is a regular face on BBC Athletics, the BBC Women’s Football Show, and Women’s Super League coverage, and led BBC Sport’s live broadcasts throughout the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. She co-hosts BBC 5Live’s Weekend Breakfast and The Martin Lewis Money Show, which attracts four million weekly viewers on ITV1. Jeanette also made history as the first Black female UK television presenter to front a boxing production on a terrestrial channel and continues to present boxing events on Channel 5.
Away from the screen, Jeanette is the co-founder of The Balley, a creative consultancy challenging entertainment, sport, and music industries to prioritise representation and fresh thinking. She is an experienced event host and moderator who has worked with Google, Nike, Twitter, BMW, the IOC, and World Athletics.
Audiences can expect an engaging and insightful experience that blends sporting lessons with media expertise and personal stories about representation and breaking barriers. Her sessions are ideal for organisations looking to explore resilience, diversity, and high performance.
Book Jeanette for a compelling blend of Olympic achievement and broadcasting excellence that inspires audiences to pursue their own breakthrough moments.
How can I book Jeanette Kwakye for my next event?
Email jeanette.kwakye@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 Jeanette Kwakye available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Jeanette Kwakye'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 Jeanette directly.
What topics does Jeanette Kwakye specialise in?
Jeanette Kwakye specialises in discussing athletics, broadcasting, representation and more.
What is Jeanette Kwakye's speaking style like?
Jeanette delivers dynamic presentations with confidence and charisma, engaging audiences through her extensive experience in sports broadcasting and journalism, making complex topics accessible and enjoyable.
Does Jeanette Kwakye offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Jeanette Kwakye offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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