Gareth ThomasFormer Wales Captain and Global Diversity Campaigner

Gareth Thomas remains one of the most prominent and celebrated figures in international rugby history. Throughout an exceptional career, he became Wales’ third most-capped player and ranked as the twelfth highest try-scorer globally, notably being among the elite few to score four tries in a single fixture. His leadership qualities saw him captain both a Grand Slam-winning Welsh side and the British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand, before he successfully transitioned to Rugby League and competed at the highest level. Beyond his sporting achievements, Gareth has become a vital voice for the LGBT+ community and those living with HIV. After becoming the first professional player in his sport to come out, he has dedicated himself to challenging stigma and promoting authentic living. His acclaimed autobiography, Proud, secured the British Sports Book of the Year award, and he has continued to share his journey through his follow-up work, Stronger, which explores resilience in the face of immense personal adversity. Today, Gareth serves as an ambassador for Stonewall and a dedicated supporter of ChildLine, using his platform to advocate for true inclusion. He is highly sought after for his ability to translate his experiences of peak performance and personal courage into compelling narratives for corporate audiences. Gareth is booked for his honest, powerful delivery and his unique perspective on fostering diverse environments where everyone can thrive. On stage, Gareth Thomas is best known for talks on Diversity & Inclusion and Peak Performance. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Social Impact & Advocacy and Sport, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Gareth Thomas is regularly booked for Motivational Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Gareth Thomas travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Gareth Thomas would approach your audience.