Janie Frampton
- Trailblazing football referee and one of eight Women FIFA Referee Instructors globally.
- OBE recipient for championing gender equality in sport and business.
- Founder of Team You Development, empowering leadership and inclusion.
- Vice President of the International Federation for Sports Officials.
- Resilient advocate inspiring global change through fairness and equity.
Janie Frampton's videos
What Janie Frampton's clients say
"Having worked previously with Janie on UK projects, I have now worked with Janie and Julia in recent years at the European level, where they have shown an impressive energy and passion for developing people in the sport sector through effective and innovative learning programmes."
"Again from the bottom of my heart thank you so so much for everything you have done over the weekend just gone. You are two of the most incredible women I have ever met and I am so grateful that you graced us here in Ireland, you have no idea the impact you have had on these women and I know they will continue to honour everything you have taught and advised them throughout their involvement in sport and life."
"Janie has been a fantastic role model and inspiration. Being able to learn from the best has opened up a world of opportunities. I can’t thank Janie and the team for the time and effort they have put into this programme. Thanks for everything!"
"I just wanted to reach out to you and thank you once again for this amazing seminar you two have delivered with so much passion and enthusiasm. I am truly inspired by what you’ve achieved and some of your stories really touched me - because I could relate to them so well."
"With these great ladies and with the help of our awesome moderators Janie Frampton, Julia Lee and support of #European #Athletics and our national federations, we will change the sports of athletics one act and person at a time."
"World Athletics were delighted to engage with Janie to design and deliver their Global Gender Leadership Programme. Janie demonstrated a wide varied knowledge of what was required for individuals to achieve their own potential and delivered in a style that met the needs of the learners including webinar, in person and e learning. Janie was totally professional and flexible in her approach when guiding the project forward with World Athletics."
"Janie became involved with the ECB following a wide-ranging review into officiating in England and Wales. They spent time developing relationships with key people involved with officiating and then set about developing, and delivering, a thorough, sensible implementation plan. They have made a significant contribution to positive reform and continue to apply their expertise as we further develop officiating."
Available for
Languages:Â
- English
Janie Frampton's 2024 biography
Janie Frampton OBE DL has a unique ‘lived experience,’ which cemented her place in history as the second woman referee to operate in the men’s professional game of football in England and one of only eight Women FIFA Instructors in the world. Janie also proudly represented her country on 33 international occasions.
Having reached the higher echelons of the beautiful game of football, Janie had to learn many skills and tools to navigate the minefield she had stepped into. During a 30-year career, Janie operated across the sport sector at national and international levels, using her determination to push through barriers and navigate complex challenges with skill and resilience. She championed fairness, gender equality, and aspiring talent, making a lasting impact across national and international landscapes.
Janie’s influence extends far beyond refereeing. As one of only eight Women FIFA Referee Instructors in the world, she has traveled the globe, sharing her expertise to uplift others. Her leadership drives positive change, inclusion, and growth across sports and industries by using her knowledge and experience as tools for skill development and personal growth. Her leadership and dedication transcend sports and industries, influencing positive change and fostering development and inclusion at the highest levels.
Founding ‘Team You Development,’ a social enterprise aimed at empowering individuals and organizations to be the best versions of themselves, Janie has designed and delivered national and global programs focusing on leadership, E.D.&I., ESG, self-growth, and creating inclusive environments in the workplace with a focus on intersectionality. Her relentless pursuit of equality, especially for women, has been recognized through numerous honors, including an OBE for services to equality for women in sport nationally and internationally and being appointed Deputy Lieutenant of her home county.
Currently, Janie serves a third term as Vice President of the International Federation for Sports Officials and is the President of the Greater Birmingham Global Chamber of Commerce. Her advocacy extends to serving as Patron for the Muslim Women’s Network UK and as the first Ambassador for Women in Football. She has also dedicated many years to sitting on the Home Office SO15 Counter Terrorism Advisory Board and on numerous boards and committees across sports and industries.
Janie’s advocacy for fairness, particularly in the realm of gender equality, is deeply ingrained in her core values and actions. Throughout her illustrious career, she has consistently championed these principles, often standing alone in the face of adversity. Throughout her journey for equity, the experiences she endured were challenging, but she faced them with unyielding resilience and determination. Recognizing the need for change in the sporting and business worlds, Janie’s focus has been on empowering individuals to pursue their dreams, becoming an exemplar of women supporting women.
Janie Frampton’s journey is a testament to her personal strength, determination, and resilience in pursuit of justice. Her tireless commitment to gender equality has not only reshaped the landscape for women in sports and business but has also served as an inspiration for countless others to challenge established norms. Janie’s narrative is one of triumph over adversity, resilience in the pursuit of justice, and an enduring legacy that transcends the confines of sports and business.
Janie Frampton's 2024 talks & topics
Performing at the Edge of your Comfort Zone
We will explore key leadership behaviours that thrive at the edge of comfort zones. Just beyond the edge of your comfort zone is the stretch zone, a vulnerable place of daring and expansion. This is the place where you expand your capacity, stretch yourself and become a braver, bolder leader, this is the place where the magic happens. Learn to understand and celebrate the feeling of challenge and change, creating a positive area of growth. This engaging webinar will dive into current topics, offering tools and insights on how to embrace being comfortably uncomfortable and lead confidently in challenging situations. Learn practical strategies for resilience, adaptability, and inspiring others amid uncertainty. Takeaway actionable personal thought-provoking tools and insights, to furnish you with the confidence to turn discomfort into growth, empowering yourself and those around you.
Resilience in Times of Uncertainty
The ability to navigate uncertainty and build resilience has become a key skill. We identify what resilience looks like and feels like, and the relationship between confidence, performance and growth. Through this webinar, we share relevant strategies on how individuals and organisations can build resilience in the face of unforeseen challenges, by doing so, fostering a mindset that embraces change through adversity. Gain practical tools to enhance adaptability and inspire confidence under pressure. Learn strategies to build emotional intelligence, demonstrate empathy, and foster a strong team ethos. We help strengthen your leadership approach with actionable insights to effectively support and motivate your team, creating a resilient, cohesive environment and a positive ‘can do’ ethos to navigate challenges and lead with resilience.
Creative and Critical Thinking
Critical thinking is a skill that employers look for within their teams and in candidates they seek to recruit. An individual who has this skill is able to analyse the information they receive, draw conclusions from the information and make better decisions. Leaders should be critical thinkers, able to challenge the status quo and make things better. we will clearly define what critical thinking is and demonstrate how it benefits your business by providing examples of critical thinking and ways to encourage it within your teams.
Personal Responsibility
Personal responsibility is the amount of commitment to creating and attaining the goals you set. It also means that you accept complete responsibility for your behaviour, feelings, and decisions in all areas of your life. Being accountable for things in your life will leave you with little room for finger-pointing. So, personal responsibility is about executing your duties with integrity and caring about the results. It’s about owning the results, whether good or bad. It’s about fixing bad results with the same integrity you started with and looking out for those you affect.
Overcoming Barriers
Overcoming barriers to success involves assessing the situation, consulting experts, considering alternatives, and taking action. To manage individuals’ careers effectively, they need to be guided to take charge of their own development. By assessing their own skills, getting advice from others, learning new skills and making informed decisions, they can achieve their goals. Overcoming challenges and setbacks usually requires a positive attitude, as well as dedication and commitment.
Intergenerational Cohesion in the Working Environments
It’s not unusual today for an organisation to have five different generations to be working side by side. As an employer, it is essential that you fully appreciate the differences between each of the generations in your multigenerational team. We explore behaviours and specific wellbeing needs of each of the five generations. After all, developing an effective, age-diverse health and wellbeing strategy that considers the needs of various generations is vital for recruiting and retaining your best talent.
The Future of Artificial Intelligence
With artificial intelligence becoming increasingly integral to various industries, as professional speakers we are deciphering the future implications of AI. From ethical considerations to the impact on the job market, audiences are keen to understand how AI will shape their professional landscape.
Mental Health in the Workplace
The importance of mental health in the workplace gained significant traction in 2023. We are constantly discussing strategies for fostering a supportive work environment, breaking the stigma associated with mental health, and providing tools for both leaders and employees to thrive emotionally and mentally.
Neuro Diversity
This means your workplace is full of employees whose brains work in many different ways. By understanding neurodiversity in the workplace, you will be better able to understand your employees and enable them to do their best work and add the most value.