'Business, Sports, and Leadership' brings you in-depth conversations with accomplished athletes as we explore the correlation between sports and leadership in the context of business.
Welcome to Business, Sports and Leadership, a dynamic video series where we speak to sports personalities who have successfully transitioned into prominent roles in business, demonstrating the tenacity, discipline, and teamwork that have propelled them to success in both fields.
In our first episode, Alan Finnegan, Boyden Ireland, sits down with Katharine Descamps, an Offshore Wind Commercial Manager for BP UK and currently plays as an international master’s hockey player for Scotland. Katharine's journey stands as a testament to the impact of sports in shaping leadership and fostering career development. From her early days in Aberdeen, where hockey first became a passion, to going on to represent Scotland and and playing a key role in large-scale energy projects, Katharine has leveraged the valuable lessons she learned on the pitch to succeed in the business world (and vice-versa!).
During this conversation, Katharine shares how her decision-making in hockey - such as developing strategic formations or navigating high-pressure situations - has directly influenced and informed her leadership approach in the workplace. She emphasizes the impact of clear communication, resilience in the face of failure, and the importance of fostering diversity and inclusion on and off the field.
Tune in as Alan and Katharine explore the relationship between business, sports and leadership, offering valuable insights and strategies for those seeking to excel across both fields.
