Pursuits - the working in sport podcast

Alex almost gave up on her dream of working in sport to pursue a law conversion course, but she followed her gut and is now leading on the Communications, Content and Digital Strategy at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon. We hear about the key moments that helped shape her career and the journey she has taken from starting out as a staff writer for a leading tennis magazine to freelancing for a number of key media outlets such as the Telegraph.
Alexandra Willis
Interviewed by Gabriella Hay

Jennie Smith has been a criminal barrister since 2003. Following 10 years at the Crown Prosecution Service, she now draws on her vast knowledge and experience to assist companies in improving their safeguarding standards in the world of sport. Jennie had the courage to set up her own company in a competitive industry and she shares so much great wisdom and how important it is to stick to your values when deciding on a career path.
Interviewed by Gabriella Hay
Jennie Smith

This week on Pursuits, I speak to Helen Davis, teacher turned sports psychologist. Helen embarked on an MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology in her mid 40s, having worked in education teaching PE amongst other things, for over 25 years. Helen loves sport and is an avid swimmer competing regularly in Masters and Open Water events.
Helen has worked with athletes from a wide variety of sports, with athletes of varying ages and ability. She has worked with new exercisers, fitness enthusiasts, club members, performance pathway athletes, GB and international squad members, full time professionals, National, European and Commonwealth medallists and Paralympic Champions. Helen talks about the bravery and courage she needed to make things happen and gives us a real insight into her career as a sports psychologist.
Read more about Helen.
Interviewed by Gaby Hay.

This week I speak to Emma Ballard - Editor of Women and Golf - who is passionate about growing the game and widening its appeal.
Emma previously held the role as Director of Digital at leading golf marketing agency Medi8 and was responsible for the strategy, design, and delivery of social media marketing campaigns for their global client base. From PGA Professionals, to brands, national campaigns to global events - no two days or clients were the same.
Talking to Emma was extremely interesting and demonstrates how possible it is to pursue your passion and combine it with your career and making it in the golf industry as a woman.
Interviewed by Gabriella Hay
Emma Ballard