Sports Social: High Performance in Sport & Business – The Power of Mental Resilience
Join us for a thought-provoking event that bridges the gap between high-performance sport and business excellence. Discover how the principles and practices that drive elite athletes to the top of their game can be applied to achieving peak performance in the corporate world.
In today’s competitive environment, whether on the pitch or in the boardroom, mental resilience is the key to thriving under pressure, adapting to challenges, and staying ahead. Through engaging Q&A, real-life stories, and actionable insights, we’ll explore how the mindset and strategies of athletes can inspire business leaders to reach new heights.
This event is more than just a learning experience—it’s a social occasion and an opportunity to connect. Enjoy the chance to chat, network, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded professionals in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Whether sharing ideas, exchanging experiences, or simply catching up over great food and drinks, this is a perfect setting to foster connections and strengthen bonds.
Our speakers include:
• Tommy Taylor – Sale Sharks star, offering insights into the discipline, focus, and teamwork required in professional rugby.
• Clarke Carlisle – Former professional footballer, sharing his journey of overcoming challenges and fostering resilience both on and off the field.
• Olivia Bell – Lancashire & Scotland Women’s cricketer, offering a first-hand look at the dedication and mental strength required to compete on the world stage.
Agenda
5.00pm - 5.30pm - Registration, Drinks Reception & Networking
5.30pm - 6.30pm - Panel Discussion with Audience Q&A - High Performance in Sport & Business – The Power of Mental Resilience
Host: Alastair Swindlehurst - EZHR
Panellists: Tommy Taylor, Olivia Bell, Clarke Carlisle
6.30pm - 7.30pm: Drinks, Canapes & Networking
**Ticket Price includes 2 x Drinks & Canapes
About the Speakers:
England hooker Tommy began his professional career in the Sale Sharks Academy, but retained strong links to his home club Macclesfield for whom he appeared in the National Leagues while winning England Counties honours.
In 2011, Taylor followed his father’s footsteps into the Sale first-team and went on to make 106 appearances for the Sharks, getting international recognition in England’s non-cap matches against the Barbarians in 2014 and 2015 before earning his first cap against Wales.
After joining Wasps in 2016, Taylor enjoyed a brilliant first season making 26 appearances and scoring four tries as his club reached the Premiership final. His second season was badly affected by knee and shoulder injuries, but he proved a handful in his 16 appearances during the 2018/19 campaign – before making a further 16 in 2019/20. He reached the 50-appearance milestone for the club at the beginning of the 2019/20 season.
Tommy made his return to Sharks on the opening day of the 2021/22 season when he was named among the replacements for the game against Bath Rugby.
With 14 years and counting in top flight professional sports environments and a degree in Leadership and Management, Tommy is looking to share his experiences of high performance and how they relate to business.
Olivia is a professional cricketer for Lancashire and Scotland Women. Straight after college, she debuted for Lancashire in the 2023 Summer and received her first professional contract the following November. Alongside playing full-time at Lancashire, Olivia also represents Scotland, with her most recent trip being to Dubai to play in our first ever T20 World Cup.
Clarke Carlisle is a retired English footballer, born on October 14, 1979, in Preston, England, who became as renowned for his mental health advocacy as for his achievements on the pitch. A central defender, he played for clubs like Blackpool, QPR, Burnley, and Leeds United, captaining Burnley to Premier League promotion in 2009. Off the field, Carlisle has been a powerful voice for mental health awareness, sharing his own struggles with depression and suicide attempts to break the stigma surrounding these issues. Working with organizations like the PFA and Mind, he has dedicated his post-football career to supporting mental health causes.
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