Karenjeet Kaur Bains is the first British Sikh female powerlifter to represent Great Britain at World and European Championships, and is now recognised by millions as Athena on the primetime BBC series Gladiators.
A Chartered Accountant who competed at elite level whilst maintaining her corporate career, Karenjeet has appeared regularly on BBC Sport and serves as an ambassador for South Asian Heritage Month. Karenjeet has built a national platform championing representation and challenging stereotypes within sport, business, and culture.
Growing up in a traditional Punjabi family in Warwickshire, Karenjeet navigated cultural expectations to pursue strength sport, drawing inspiration from her father's bodybuilding background. Her journey from accountancy to international competition demonstrates how individuals can redefine success on their own terms whilst honouring their personal values.
Karenjeet translates her athletic discipline into practical frameworks for corporate environments, showing organisations how to build inclusive cultures where diverse talent thrives. Her experience balancing competing demands offers tangible strategies for performance under pressure and maintaining authenticity in professional settings.
Audiences learn techniques for developing mental resilience when facing adversity, practical approaches to challenging limiting beliefs, and actionable steps for creating environments where everyone can contribute fully. Karenjeet connects personal stories with business outcomes, helping audiences see how inclusion translates into everyday working environments.
Book Karenjeet to inspire your organisation with proven methods for building confidence, embracing identity, and achieving breakthrough performance.
How can I book Karenjeet Kaur Bains for my next event?
Email karenjeet.kaur.bains@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.
As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Karenjeet Kaur Bains for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Karenjeet Kaur Bains's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Karenjeet directly.
What topics does Karenjeet Kaur Bains specialise in?
Karenjeet Kaur Bains specialises in discussing courage, inclusion strategies, high performance and more.
What is Karenjeet Kaur Bains's speaking style like?
Karenjeet delivers inspiring, passionate talks that motivate audiences to break barriers and embrace challenges. She engages warmly, shares personal stories, and leaves listeners feeling empowered to achieve their goals.
Does Karenjeet Kaur Bains offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Karenjeet Kaur Bains offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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