Kay Cossington
A globally respected strategist and architect of modern women’s football development, Kay is CEO of Bay Collectiveand Managing Director, Head of Global Women’s Football at Sixth Street – leading a new, multi-club platform to grow the women’s game worldwide. Previously the first Women’s Technical Director at The FA, her influence has shaped pathways, performance and opportunity from grassroots to elite levels.
Aki Mandhar
A pioneering commercial leader, Aki is CEO of Chelsea Women, guiding the club into a bold new era of independent growth and global ambition. With deep expertise in media, brand and business transformation, she is driving innovation, commercial expansion and long-term sustainability at one of Europe’s leading women’s teams.
Maggie Murphy
As Managing Director at Aston Villa Women, Maggie drives commercial growth, fan engagement and strategic development – championing investment, visibility and professional excellence in women’s club football while amplifying the sport’s presence in the community.
Sarah Batters
A forward-thinking football executive, Sarah is Managing Director of London City Lionesses and a board trustee of Kick It Out, using her leadership to strengthen club infrastructure, support inclusion and challenge inequality across the women’s game.
Zoe Johnson
As Managing Director, Women & Girls Football at Brighton & Hove Albion, Zoe leads strategic development across participation, performance and fan engagement – expanding pathways and opportunities for female players and supporters at all levels.
Jemma White
The driving force behind women’s football at The Valley, Jemma is Head of Women’s Football at Charlton Athletic, spearheading growth, structural development and community engagement to build sustainable success on and off the pitch.
Sola Kasali
At the intersection of sport and media, Sola is Football Partnerships Lead at EA Sports FC, forging strategic collaborations that elevate the visibility of women’s football globally and integrate the women’s game into gaming, culture and commercial platforms.
Charlotte O’Neill
A transformational leader in elite women’s sport, Charlotte serves as Managing Director of Manchester City Women, steering commercial growth, innovation and global engagement as the club continues to set new standards in professional women’s football.
Laura Downey
As EU Head of Amazon Brand, Laura has been instrumental in shaping and growing Amazon’s relationship with the women’s game – driving strategic partnerships that enhance visibility, fan engagement and commercial investment across the sport.
Laura Montgomery
A pioneer in Scottish women’s football, Laura is CEO of Glasgow City FC, building one of the UK’s most successful and resilient women’s clubs while nurturing talent, community impact and international reputation.
Liz Ellen
Entrepreneur, lawyer and thought leader, Liz is the founder of LaVida Sport and a key early voice in football governance. Her work has helped open pathways for women in leadership, sport business and strategic development across the football landscape.