Lia Wälti is a renowned Swiss professional footballer, celebrated for her exceptional skills, leadership, and dedication on and off the pitch. As a prominent figure in women’s football, she currently plays for Arsenal W.F.C. in the English Women’s Super League and captains the Swiss national team. Lia’s football journey began... Read more
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Insights and anecdotes from her career in professional football, highlighting the dedication and passion required to excel.
Strategies for empowering women in sports and beyond, and promoting gender equality in all aspects of life.
Techniques for fostering teamwork, managing crises, and navigating the challenges of team dynamics.
Approaches to adapting to change, building resilience, and maintaining a positive mindset in the face of adversity.
Lia Wälti is a renowned Swiss professional footballer, celebrated for her exceptional skills, leadership, and dedication on and off the pitch. As a prominent figure in women’s football, she currently plays for Arsenal W.F.C. in the English Women’s Super League and captains the Swiss national team.
Lia’s football journey began in her hometown of Langnau i. E., where she started playing with boys before moving up to YB Frauen in Switzerland’s top women’s league. She then joined the top-tier club Turbine Potsdam in the German Bundesliga. In 2018, she signed with Arsenal W.F.C., becoming a key player and significantly contributing to their domestic and European campaigns.
Since making her debut for the Swiss national team in 2011, Lia has earned over 100 caps. Her leadership and strategic prowess were pivotal in Switzerland’s qualification for major tournaments, including the UEFA Women’s European Championship and the FIFA Women’s World Cup. A major highlight of her career will be leading Switzerland at the home EUROS next year, underscoring her enduring impact on the national team.
Lia’s excellence has been acknowledged through numerous accolades, such as being named Swiss Female Player of the Year in 2021 and 2023.
Alongside her football career, Lia is studying Business and Sports Management to gain insights into the sports industry. She is also starting her own business, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit.
Lia is co-writing a children’s book with her sister, aiming to instill values of perseverance, teamwork, and a positive mindset in young readers while addressing structural issues in girls’ and women’s football.
She is a passionate advocate for the growth and recognition of women’s sports, particularly in Switzerland. She frequently speaks about the importance of gender equality in sports and inspires young athletes to pursue their dreams regardless of societal barriers.
In addition to her playing career, Lia mentors young footballers. She has completed her UEFA B Licence and will pursue the UEFA A Licence in the upcoming year. She shares insights on teamwork, resilience, and the mental toughness required to succeed at the highest levels of sport.
Lia’s journey from a small-town player to an international football star who regularly plays in front of a 60,000-strong crowd is a story of perseverance, hard work, and overcoming obstacles. She draws on her personal experiences to motivate and engage audiences, offering valuable lessons on leadership, goal-setting, and determination.
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Lia Wälti's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Lia tailored to your event.
Lia Wälti speaks on Change, Inspirational Women, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Lia to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Lia Wälti for events worldwide, subject to Lia's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Lia Wälti is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Lia can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Lia Wälti on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Lia can offer.
Lia Wälti delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Lia Wälti's areas of expertise include Change, Inspirational Women, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance. To get a clear sense of Lia's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Lia Wälti can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Change, Inspirational Women, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance is relevant. Details of Lia's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
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We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Lia Wälti, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Lia's current availability for your dates.