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Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE

Cultivate a winning culture across any environment or industry, enabling individuals and teams to thrive with Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE, Team GB Olympic Gold Medalist and psychologist.
Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
LGBTQ+
High Performance
Growth Mindset
Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE
Cultivate a winning culture across any environment or industry, enabling individuals and teams to thrive with Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE, Team GB Olympic Gold Medalist and psychologist.
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I was really impressed to hear about Helen's [Richardson-Walsh] personal story and the kind of mind set she had at every step of her career journey. | BT | BT | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-a2201626744c7cf89deba997ff38cccb-fzgjui16.png
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Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE | Speaker Biography

About Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE

Gold Medalist at Rio 2016 Olympics with GB Women's Hockey Team
First same-sex married couple to win Olympic medals together
Awarded MBE for contributions to hockey
Helen Richardson-Walsh, a renowned midfielder, began her international hockey career for Great Britain (GB) in 1999 at 17, quickly making her Olympic debut in 2000. She played a pivotal role in the GB women's team's success, participating in four Olympics and winning gold in Rio 2016.

Helen's illustrious career includes a Commonwealth bronze, two silvers, a bronze at London 2012, and a European Championship in 2015. Helen and her wife, Kate Richardson-Walsh, also made history as the first same-sex married couple to win Olympic medals together.

Despite facing career-threatening injuries, including back surgeries and ankle procedures, she overcame these challenges and depression, returning to lead the GB team to victory. After nearly 300 international appearances and an MBE award for her contributions to hockey, Helen now plays at club level in the UK.

She is an ambassador for several organisations, holds a psychology degree, and has a master's in Organisational Psychology. In 2021, she joined Tottenham Hotspur Women as a Performance Psychologist.

How can I book Helen Richardson-Walsh for my next event?  

Email helen.richardson.walsh.mbe@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.

Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Helen directly.

What topics does Helen Richardson-Walsh specialise in?  

Helen Richardson-Walsh specialises in talking about hockey, psychology, performance psychology and more.

What is Helen Richardson-Walsh's speaking style like?  

Helen delivers inspiring, relatable sessions filled with energy and practical insights. Her storytelling, humility, and Olympic experience engage audiences, leaving teams motivated, empowered, and equipped with actionable strategies for success.

Does Helen Richardson-Walsh offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Helen Richardson-Walsh offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

Why Should You Book Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE?

Helen's journey from overcoming career-threatening injuries to Olympic gold showcases unparalleled resilience and determination, making her an inspiring figure for any team or business. Her experience in high-pressure environments, both on the field and in her role as a Performance Psychologist, provides invaluable insights into team dynamics and mental toughness. Booking Helen as a speaker will not only motivate your team but also equip them with practical strategies for achieving excellence, regardless of the challenges they face.
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I was really impressed to hear about Helen's [Richardson-Walsh] personal story and the kind of mind set she had at every step of her career journey. | BT | BT | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-a2201626744c7cf89deba997ff38cccb-fzgjui16.png
Having Helen Richardson-Walsh speak was a great idea as her stories/statements have Olympic credibility and I thought her handing her medals around was really (really) cool. I was also very impressed by the Troika session - I thought this was very powerful and not something that I'd done before. | BT | BT | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-a2201626744c7cf89deba997ff38cccb-fzgjui16.png
What an incredible session with Helen. Her story of resilience and triumph was truly motivating, and her insights on team dynamics were incredibly engaging. You could feel the energy in the room – Helen lit a spark in our team! We're leaving with practical strategies and a renewed sense of determination. Thank you, Helen, for an inspiring International Women's Day talk! | Laura Noon, Operations Manager | |
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I think the overall experience with PepTalk has been fantastic! It has been easy and accessible, and the attention to our needs has been very supportive and timely. The actual team session we had was so impactful and genuine. I felt like it hit so many areas that we cover daily, in addition to very real, relatable and inspiring personal experiences that connected with our entire team! They felt inspired, motivated and reassured about being an elite athlete. They were given specific tools and skills to help work through any athletic challenge, and it just meant and connected with us that much more because Kate and Helen [Richardson-Walsh] are a couple of the BEST field hockey players in the world! They were funny and relatable, and their humility was so engaging! One of the best 45 minutes we have spent together as a team! | Holy Cross School | |
I was really impressed to hear about Helen's [Richardson-Walsh] personal story and the kind of mind set she had at every step of her career journey. | BT | BT | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-a2201626744c7cf89deba997ff38cccb-fzgjui16.png
... It was an absolute pleasure to work with you. Our colleagues were really engaged throughout and you gave us all a lot to reflect on. It flowed brilliantly and I am really appreciative of you leaning in topics we had discussed in advance, it meant it was pitched perfectly for our audience and tied in really nicely with the culture and working environment we are striving to achieve. | | |
I was really impressed to hear about Helen's [Richardson-Walsh] personal story and the kind of mind set she had at every step of her career journey. | BT | BT | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-a2201626744c7cf89deba997ff38cccb-fzgjui16.png

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