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Annie Emmerson speaker

Annie Emmerson

Super League Triathlon Reporter, BBC Sports World Triathlon Commentator, Le Blanq Lead Rider and MC

Annie Emmerson, a former international triathlete and duathlete, retired in 2006 while holding the title of the world’s number one duathlete. Currently, she serves as a triathlon commentator for the BBC and also contributes as a sports reporter for Channel 4.

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Annie Emmerson's 2024 biography

Meet Annie Emmerson

Annie Emmerson’s journey through the world of elite sports is a testament to determination and versatility. Competing across various disciplines including triathlon, duathlon, and running, she left an indelible mark on each arena. As a triathlete, Annie tackled sprint, Olympic distance, and half Ironman races, while also excelling in duathlon, retiring as the World number 1 in 2006. Representing Great Britain in running, she showcased her prowess in cross-country, track, and half marathon events.

Her foray into elite sports was unconventional, initially starting as an age-group athlete before ascending to international acclaim. Annie’s formative years as an athlete were characterised by a unique blend of natural instinct and practical wisdom, honed during her four-year collaboration with renowned triathlon coach Brett Sutton.

Transitioning from professional sports to television punditry, Annie’s broadcasting career flourished. Beginning as a race pundit for Channel Four, she swiftly ascended to become one of the main commentators for the BBC’s World Triathlon series. Her expertise extended to major sporting events, including the Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games, where she provided insightful commentary for BBC audiences.

Since 2018, Annie has been an integral part of the Super League Triathlon, serving as a reporter and commentator for both indoor and outdoor series. She has also hosted premieres for sports documentaries and multiple awards ceremonies, showcasing her versatility in the realm of sports entertainment.

Annie’s commitment to promoting mental health awareness led her to co-host the acclaimed Her Spirit podcast with former BBC breakfast presenter Louise Minchin, earning recognition with a nomination for a mental health podcast award.

In her current role with Le Blanq Tour since 2020, Annie shines as an MC and host for their evening events, engaging with legendary figures such as Sir Chris Hoy, Sir Bradley Wiggins, Eddy Merckx, and Miguel Indurain, further cementing her status as a prominent figure in the world of sports broadcasting and entertainment.

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Annie Emmerson's 2024 talks & topics

Host/Facilitator

Annie is an accomplished BBC broadcaster who will be heard at her third Olympics this year in Paris. Her ability to react and commentate over live events means she’s a formidable host/facilitator

Resilience

Annie’s career into the sport came late; meaning training was particularly rigorous which heaped on pressure and self-doubt. This, combined with injuries and a change in her lifestyle took its toll on Annie, forcing her to adapt quickly.

Woman leadership

Annie’s journey to Triathlete success was surrounded by dominant males second guessing her ability and creating an environment where she was deemed less able. Rather than allowing this to define her, Annie used this as fuel and motivation to succeed. This kind of stigma wasn’t dropped during her early broadcasting days, however, rather than fade into the background, Annie talks about how she stood up and made herself heard.

Motivation

It takes a special kind of individual to master three disciplines and push oneself to such exhaustion. Having the mental resolve to strive in three back-to-back disciplines takes incredible motivation.

Mental Health

Annie talks candidly about her time during the qualification stages for the Olympics and how her overthinking led to severe anxiety and ultimately, a drop in performance equating to not qualifying. She recounts how seeking help led her to control her anxiety and return to competitive racing.

Annie Emmerson's 2024 speaking fees

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