This Episode Covers: The legacy of inequity in sports and business—and how to correct it

✅ “Equality means everyone should get the same. But to truly close the gap, we need equity, not just equality.” – Eamonn Sayers
✅ “You can see the result of hiring only based on qualifications – leadership remains overwhelmingly male. We need to be intentional in how we develop talent.” – Amy Boone Thompson

✅ “We can’t change the past, but we can change the future—and the future is now.” – Eamonn Sayers
✅ “We need intentional action. Wishing and hoping is not good enough.” – Grace McNamara

✅ “Your character is the most important thing you can lead with.” – Amy Boone Thompson
✅ “Sometimes leadership is about stepping back and letting the right person lead, regardless of title.” – Eamonn Sayers

✅ “Women’s sports are having a moment, but that only highlights the work that still needs to be done.” – Amy Boone Thompson
✅ “We need to see women’s games given the same primetime slots and funding as men’s sports. Change won’t happen by accident.” – Eamonn Sayers

✅ “If you run a sports club or gym, ask yourself—are women and minorities getting the same access and opportunities?” – Amy Boone Thompson
✅ “Every corporate event sponsors men's sports, but how many actively invest in women's teams? That needs to change.” – Eamonn Sayers

✅ “Sport teaches character, resilience, and leadership. Those lessons carry over into business.” – Grace McNamara
✅ “Every athlete has lost. It’s how they come back that defines them. The same applies to leadership.” – Eamonn Sayers