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Philippa Tuttiett is one of the most influential figures in Welsh women’s rugby and a powerful voice on leadership, resilience and performance under pressure. An elite international athlete turned respected broadcaster and business owner, Philippa’s story resonates far beyond the sporting arena — from the rugby pitch to the boardroom.

Before retiring from international rugby in 2018, Philippa enjoyed a distinguished career representing Wales across seven Six Nations Championships, competing at the 2014 Rugby World Cup in France, and captaining Cardiff Blues Women. A standout winger, she became one of the highest-capped Welsh Sevens internationals, competing on the World Sevens Series and achieving a lifelong ambition when she captained Wales at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

That moment also brought a profound challenge. A serious injury at the start of the tournament, combined with an ongoing heart condition that she continues to manage today, brought her international playing career to an unexpected end. Philippa speaks candidly about identity, resilience and adapting under extreme pressure — lessons that translate directly into leadership, change management and high-performance environments.

Since retiring, Philippa has continued to break new ground. She is now one of the UK’s most respected rugby broadcasters and was among the first former female players to commentate on men’s international rugby. She works regularly with BBC Sport, Sky Sports, ITV, Premier Sports and URC, covering Rugby World Cups, the Six Nations and elite domestic competitions. Her presence in a traditionally male-dominated media space makes her a compelling advocate for challenging perceptions and leading with confidence.

Away from sport, Philippa is also a successful entrepreneur. She founded Female Building and Interiors, the UK’s first building company with an all-female workforce, demonstrating her belief that leadership, skill and excellence transcend stereotypes. She later became the first female master builder on Channel 4, further reinforcing her reputation as a pioneer.

As a keynote speaker, Philippa Tuttiett inspires audiences with powerful insights on leadership under pressure, transferring elite sporting skills into business, working in male-dominated environments and redefining success. Her talks are authentic, engaging and deeply relevant to organisations seeking resilient, inclusive and high-performing cultures.

Philippa Tuttiett Speaker testimonials

“We invited Philippa to speak as part of our International Women’s Day celebrations. Philippa shared her unique story with Safran sites all over the UK; the unanimously positive feedback repeatedly mentioned how inspirational Philippa was. Her honest yet uplifting responses to the questions asked about bias and challenges she may have experienced during her journey perfectly complemented the International Women’s Day theme of embracing gender equity. Thank you Philippa!”

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