Gemma Bonner

Gemma Bonner is a distinguished professional defender currently competing for Liverpool and the England women's national team. Beginning her career at Leeds United, where she contributed to a League Cup victory, her defensive capabilities soon led to a move to Chelsea and an appearance in the FA Cup Final. Her reputation as a leader was solidified when she was appointed captain of Liverpool Ladies, guiding the squad to two consecutive league titles. Her career has since included successful spells at Manchester City and in the United States with Louisville FC, where she also served as captain. At the international level, Bonner has represented England across every youth tier from Under 17s to Under 23s. A European Championship winner with the Under 19s and a veteran of the Under 17s World Cup, she earned her senior debut during a 2013 UEFA qualifier. Alongside her achievements on the pitch, she is a regular contributor to the sports media landscape, providing expert analysis for LFCTV, the BBC Women's Football Show and talkSPORT2. Audiences value Bonner for her extensive experience in elite sport and her proven track record of leading high-achieving teams under pressure. She offers a unique perspective on professional standards, maintaining consistent performance and the essential qualities required to captain organisations at the highest level. On stage, Gemma Bonner is best known for talks on 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 Sport, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Based in UK, Gemma Bonner 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 Gemma Bonner would approach your audience.