Stew Fowlie: Leading student sport in Scotland and across the globe at the World University Games (Ep 33)

Stew Fowlie: Leading student sport in Scotland and across the globe at the World University Games (Ep 33)

In this conversation, Stew Fowlie shares his journey from early memories in sport to becoming the Chief Operating Officer at Scottish Student Sport. He discusses the evolution of student sport in Scotland, the role of Scottish Student Sport, and the importance of advocacy and funding. Stew also highlights the Active Campus Network initiative aimed at increasing student engagement in physical activity. He reflects on the challenges and changes faced by organizations in the sports sector, the significance of international opportunities like the World University Games, and the personal growth that comes from navigating difficult experiences. The conversation concludes with insights on leadership and maximising impact in a limited time.

Katy Storie: Creating opportunity for young women and girls (Ep 32)

Katy Storie shares her inspiring journey from early sport experiences to competing internationally and becoming Director of Sport at Newcastle University. She discusses the transformative power of sport, leadership in female sports, international collaborations in the Middle East, and strategic insights for university sport programs.

Neil Brown: Building and running a £31m sport centre, choosing your attitude and changing perceptions (Ep.31)

Neil Brown, Director of Sport & Active Health at the University of Strathclyde, shares his journey from early sports memories to leading the development of Strathclyde's state-of-the-art sports facilities. Discover insights on managing large capital projects, building effective partnerships, and fostering a culture of excellence in university sport.

Tim Hollingsworth: How knowing what I didn't know paved the way for success in leading at the highest levels of British sport (Ep30)

In this insightful interview, Tim Hollingsworth OBE shares his unique journey from studying drama at Exeter University to leading major sports organisations in the UK. Tim emphasises the importance of purpose, collaboration, and systemic change in sport as he unpacks his time at UK Sport, The British Paralympic Association and Sport England. Discover lessons on leadership, the impact of Paralympics success, and innovative strategies for community engagement.

Dr Emma Ross: Empowering EVERYONE to support women's health & wellbeing (Ep 29)

Dr Emma Ross co-founded The Well HQ an expert consultancy that combines decades of experience in science, medicine and sports to create impactful solutions that close the culture gap, turning women’s health into the standard in organisational systems, policies, and culture. From global brands to grassroots clubs, they've helped companies in all industries move from box-ticking to meaningful, lasting change, impacting thousands of women and generating a ripple effect that positively impacts everyone. In this conversation, Emma shares her journey from early memories in sport, particularly cricket and equestrian, to her triumphs in university rugby. She discusses her transition to endurance sports, including a trek to Everest, and her impactful career at the English Institute of Sport. Emma highlights the importance of female athlete health and the gender disparities in sports, leading to her co-founding the Well HQ, which focuses on empowering women in sports. She reflects on the challenges of leadership, the need for systemic change, and the importance of empathy and communication in driving progress