Olympic Bronze Medallist, 2X Olympics Skeleton Athlete, Winter Games Broadcaster & Inductee into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame
Laura Deas’ Biography:
Laura Deas is a former international skeleton athlete who represented Team GB at two Winter Olympic Games and became the only Welsh woman ever to win a Winter Olympic medal when she claimed bronze at the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. Over a 15-year skeleton career, Laura raced more than 120 times internationally for Great Britain and secured seven world medals, establishing herself as one of the nation’s most successful winter athletes. Since retiring from competition, she has become a respected presenter, broadcaster and motivational speaker, sharing lessons on resilience, elite performance, pressure management and overcoming adversity.
Before discovering skeleton, Laura competed in hockey and equestrian sport, professionally eventing between 2006 and 2008. Her journey into winter sport began in 2009 when she was identified through UK Sport’s Girls4Gold talent programme. Training with the British Bobsleigh & Skeleton Association at the University of Bath, she quickly progressed through the ranks. Laura won her first European Cup race in Winterberg in 2010 before making her World Cup breakthrough and claiming her first World Cup victory in 2015. Her career continued to gather momentum with Olympic selection for PyeongChang 2018 and Beijing 2022, before she concluded her competitive career following a silver medal performance at the 2023 World Championships in St. Moritz.
Laura’s achievements have been recognised widely beyond sport. In 2022, she received an honorary Master of Science from the University of Chester in recognition of her sporting accomplishments and contribution to British sport. She was inducted into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame in 2025, cementing her status as one of Wales’ most influential athletes. Alongside her sporting honours, Laura has successfully transitioned into broadcasting and commentary roles across major winter sports events.
Today, Laura is highly regarded as an Olympic broadcaster and motivational speaker who delivers engaging insights into mental toughness, high performance, teamwork and adapting to change. Drawing on her experiences competing at the highest level of elite sport, she inspires audiences with authentic stories of determination, discipline and success under pressure.
Why Hire Laura Deas?
Laura Deas is hired as a speaker for her inspiring journey from equestrian sport to Olympic medallist and her ability to translate elite sporting experiences into practical lessons for business audiences. With first-hand insight into performing under extreme pressure, Laura speaks on resilience, mindset, teamwork and achieving success in highly competitive environments. Her experience as an Olympian, broadcaster and commentator also makes her an engaging and polished communicator. Audiences value Laura’s honest storytelling, relatable personality and ability to motivate teams to embrace challenges, adapt to change and perform at their very best.
Laura Deas’ Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Laura Deas’ remarkable career:
- 2026 – Worked as a commentator for the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics with Olympic Broadcasting Services.
- 2025 – Inducted into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame in recognition of her sporting achievements.
- 2025 – Announced her retirement from professional skeleton competition after a distinguished international career.
- 2023 – Won silver at the World Championships in St. Moritz in her final international competition.
- 2022 – Represented Team GB at the Beijing Winter Olympics, her second Olympic Games.
- 2022 – Awarded an honorary Master of Science degree by the University of Chester.
- 2018 – Won bronze at the Winter Olympics in South Korea, becoming the only Welsh woman to win a Winter Olympic medal.
- 2015 – Claimed her first Skeleton World Cup victory, establishing herself among the sport’s elite athletes.
- 2010 – Won her first Europe Cup race in Winterberg after joining the national programme.
- 2009 – Began skeleton through UK Sport’s Girls4Gold talent identification programme and started training at the University of Bath.
Videos
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Testimonials
“Laura Deas delivered an incredibly inspiring and engaging talk that resonated with everyone in the room. Her honest reflections on resilience, performing under pressure and overcoming setbacks gave our audience genuine insight into what it takes to succeed at the highest level. Laura’s warmth, professionalism and natural storytelling ability made her a standout speaker, while her Olympic journey left a lasting impression on attendees long after the event had finished. We would highly recommend Laura for any organisation looking to inspire and motivate their audience.” – David Simms
Speaking Topics
Laura Deas’ Official Keynote Topics:
- Resilience in the Face of Setbacks
- Performing When It Counts
- The Power of Learning from Failure
- Winning as a Team in an Individual Sport
- Redefining Success After Sport & Into Motherhood
How Much Does Laura Deas Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Laura Deas?
Laura Deas’ speaking fees typically reflect his exceptional career and international demand. Engagements vary depending on location, format, and duration; keynote appearances, conferences, and international events may command higher fees due to travel and preparation requirements.