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Build a High Performing Team

Location

Truman Brewery (SXSW London Stage)

Date & Time

June 3, 2025, 1:50 - 2:15 PM

About

Category: Business & Leadership

Track: People & Workplace

Format: Fireside chat

Description

What does it take to lead a team to world-class performance—on water and beyond? In this session, Olympic legend and CEO of Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, Sir Ben Ainslie, shares insights on building and sustaining elite teams under pressure. Drawing from his experience at the helm of high-stakes sailing and innovative sports leadership, Ben explores how to drive collaboration, resilience, and purpose in fast-moving, high-performance environments. Whether you’re leading a crew or a company, this is a masterclass in turning potential into podiums.

Speakers

BA

Ben Ainslie

CEO

Athena Sports Group

DG

David Garrido

Presenter & Sustainability Lead

Sky Sports

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