Sophia Reed
Specialist Areas: Motivation, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence
Sophia Reed is the Director of Sales at Champions Speakers, overseeing sales strategies, managing the sales team and driving revenue growth. With a keen eye for talent and a strategic approach, she excels in matching top-tier speakers with client needs. Sophia's expertise spans event management, client relations and market expansion, driving the company's growth and reputation. Her leadership and dedication ensure exceptional service and memorable experiences for clients and speakers alike, and her stature in the business community has seen her featured in publications from outlets such as BusinessLive.
In 2013, Sophia was appointed as the Head of Sales at Champions Speakers, before progressing to Sales Director in 2015. Since she was appointed as the Sales Director, Sophia has worked with motivational speakers across countless industries, including politics, technology, healthcare and fintech. Sophia is also Champions Speakers' dedicated expert in the realms of motivation, mental health and wellbeing, resilience and emotional intelligence. Her work fosters personal growth and nurtures mental resilience in individuals facing various life challenges.
During her tenure at Champions Speakers, Sophia has also been the Sales Director of Aspirational Magazine and Inspirational Magazine. Named by Gucci’s marketing department as “the best independent magazine in the UK”, Aspirational Magazine has established itself as the go-to source for all things luxury. Inspirational London Magazine features a wealth of content across various sections, including beauty, health and lifestyle, fine dining, business and finance. Sitting at the helm of these established publications, Sophia ensures that readers stay updated on the most exclusive luxury lifestyle stories.
Sophia draws significant inspiration from renowned speakers who are leaders in these fields. Among her favourites are Katie Piper, who speaks powerfully on overcoming adversity, and the duo Jonny Benjamin and Neil Laybourn, who advocate for mental health awareness. Brené Brown's insights into vulnerability and leadership also resonate with her, alongside Jo Salter MBE, who emphasises resilience in challenging environments. Professor Damian Hughes offers expert analysis on the psychology of high performance, and Martine Wright’s stories of triumph through adversity deeply influence Sophia's approach. Together, these speakers shape her methodologies and inspire her commitment to improving emotional wellbeing.
Sophia's Top Articles:
As the resident expert on motivation, mental health, wellbeing, mental resilience, and emotional intelligence at Champions Speakers, Sophia authors numerous articles for Champions Speakers on such topics. Her insights offer valuable guidance, enhancing our resources and helping clients foster personal and professional growth. Using vetted market research from exclusive events, Sophia authors countless articles to guide you on the best speakers to hire for corporate and public speaking engagements. Below are some of her top articles, take a read!
