FOUNDATION FOR LEADERSHIP THROUGH SPORT

We connect leaders from sport, business and the military to inspire and develop future leaders through free, impactful programmes.

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The Foundation for Leadership through Sport is a charity that creates leadership development opportunities in and through sport. We connect leaders from sport, business, and military backgrounds to share knowledge from different spheres of interest and across generations.

As a charity, we provide free programming wherever possible, supported by world-class contributors and presenters who typically have not charged for their services.

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  • “This program transformed my leadership approach and helped me build stronger, more effective teams.”

    John Mitchell, CEO

  • “The insights from this program helped me translate my sports experience into powerful business leadership.”

    Samantha Brooks, Former Olympian

  • “The collaboration with leaders from diverse sectors gave me a fresh perspective on leadership.”

    Lieutenant Colonel Mark Harris

  • “Learning from a variety of leaders equipped me with the tools to take my business to the next level.”

    Emma Johnson, Entrepreneur

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Latest news

FLS Conference at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham

May 2026 - FLS Conference

How far should leaders go to win?

Leaders from sport, business and the military came together to explore fair play, integrity and leadership under pressure. Read the key takeaways from an inspiring afternoon at the Foundation for Leadership through Sport conference.

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Empire Fighting Chance - FLS Workshop with Bristol University and University of the West of England

March 2026 - FLS Workshop

The Foundation for Leadership Through Sport (FLS) delivered a pilot leadership session with students from the University of Bristol, University of the West of England, and young people from the inspirational Empire Fighting Chance (EFC).

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FLS Conference at the
RAF Club London

September 2025 - FLS Conference

With over 100 senior leaders in attendance, it was an impressive opportunity to not only explore the challenges facing leaders today, but also how we can positively and skilfully harness these tricky moments.

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