BMF names record-breaking rugby star as Keynote Speaker

Maggie Alphonsi MBE, one of the best-known names in women’s rugby, who helped England win a record-breaking seven consecutive Six Nations crowns and the 2014 World Cup, has been announced as the Keynote Speaker at the BMF Annual Members Conference and Awards in September.

During her England rugby career, Maggie became the face of international women’s rugby, representing her country seventy-four times and scoring twenty-eight tries. Maggie was named the Sunday Times Sports Woman of the Year, won the title of Six Nations Grand Slam Winner six times, and was the first woman to win the Rugby Union Writers Club Player of the Year.

Since retiring, she has commentated on live rugby matches for ITV, BBC and Sky and featured in a wide array of media outlets.  She is also one of just six female members of the Rugby Football Union’s 56-strong Council.

Maggie will share her experience as an athlete and team member, performing under pressure, overcoming adversity and working in a male-dominated environment.

John Newcomb, CEO of BMF, commented: “Maggie’s remarkable achievements, both as a rugby player and beyond, provide valuable lessons in developing resilience, encouraging collaboration, and nurturing a winning attitude.”

Maggie’s presentation is sponsored by Pimberly.

The BMF Annual Members Conference and Awards will be held at the Belfry Hotel and Resort in Sutton Coldfield on 16 and 17 September.

Registrations are now open. Members can find more information and reserve their place at https://tinyurl.com/yvtmvpmc