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Donna Fraser OBE is a 4-time Olympian, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Specialist and Breast Cancer Now Ambassador.
From the athletics track to the boardroom, Donna Fraser has built a remarkable career as both an international athlete and a respected business leader.
After competing at four consecutive Olympic Games for Great Britain, Donna retired from professional athletics in 2009 and went on to spend 19 years at EDF Energy, where she developed a wealth of experience in equality, diversity and inclusion. She chaired the company’s BAME Network and later served as Vice President of UK Athletics Members Council, before taking on the role of Equality, Diversity & Engagement Lead at UK Athletics and for the 2017 IAAF and World Para Athletics Championships in London.
Donna’s journey has not been without challenge. A breast cancer survivor, she has shown extraordinary resilience and determination, qualities that continue to inspire audiences across all sectors. Her warmth, authenticity and engaging style captivate everyone from young aspiring athletes to senior leaders, encouraging them to ‘believe and achieve’.
She has received numerous honours, including ‘Outstanding Woman in Sport’ at the Precious Awards, the Freedom of the Borough of Croydon, and World Athletics’ ‘Woman of the Year’ 2022.
Donna’s keynotes are filled with drive, courage and compassion. Drawing on the Olympic and Paralympic values of Respect, Excellence, Friendship, Courage, Inspiration, Determination and Equality, she shares powerful lessons on overcoming adversity, achieving excellence and creating inclusive cultures – leaving audiences motivated, uplifted and ready to take action.
Donna shares her powerful journey of resilience and determination, showing how to face challenges with courage, purpose and positivity.
Announced in the Queen’s New Years Honours List 2021, Donna Fraser becomes an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to Equality, Inclusion and Diversity in the Workplace.
With years of experience in equality, diversity and inclusion, Donna offers practical insights on building workplaces where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.
Drawing on her experience as a 4x Olympian, Donna explores what it takes to perform at your best and sustain success both personally and professionally.
Donna covered so many aspects in her presentation that it appealed, and was relevant to everyone. It was a fully inclusive talk.
Donna confidently and instantly won over the large diverse audience motivating them with her infectious drive and warmth.
