Four-time Paralympian in Wheelchair Basketball, U25 World Champion, Ambassador for Champion Health & Disability Inclusion Project
Amy Conroy’s Biography:
Amy Conroy is a four-time Paralympian and long-standing member of the Great Britain Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team, widely recognised for her resilience, leadership and contribution to disability sport. Having represented Great Britain at the London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Amy has become one of the most respected figures in British wheelchair basketball. Known for her high-performance mindset and inclusive approach to leadership, she is hired as a motivational speaker to share powerful insights on teamwork, overcoming adversity, wellbeing and disability inclusion. Alongside her sporting success, she is also a Champion Health Ambassador and a regular speaker for the Teenage Cancer Trust.
As a teenager, Amy made her senior international debut at the 2010 BT Paralympic World Cup before competing later that year at the World Championships in Birmingham, where Great Britain achieved their best-ever finish at the time. She made her Paralympic debut at the London 2012 Paralympic Games, finishing as Great Britain’s top scorer in their opening match and helping the team secure their highest Paralympic placing since 1996. Amy continued to establish herself as a key player throughout her international career, playing a central role in Great Britain’s fourth-place finish at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games and representing her country again in Tokyo and Paris.
In 2015, Amy co-captained the Great Britain Women’s U25 team to gold at the World Championships in Beijing and was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. She also earned bronze medals at the European Championships and helped make history in 2018, when Great Britain became the first British women’s team to reach a World Championship final, winning silver in Hamburg. In 2025, she was appointed Ambassador for the Disability Inclusion Project, further cementing her reputation as a leading advocate for accessibility and inclusion.
Away from competition, Amy is celebrated for her ability to connect elite sporting experiences with practical workplace lessons. Her talks explore resilience under pressure, inclusive leadership, wellbeing and building high-performing teams. Drawing on years of competing at the highest international level, she delivers honest and inspiring insights that resonate with businesses, schools and organisations seeking to create stronger, more inclusive cultures.
Why Hire Amy Conroy?
Amy is hired as a speaker for her inspiring journey as a Paralympian and her expertise in resilience, teamwork and inclusion. Combining elite sporting experience with practical lessons on leadership and wellbeing, she delivers engaging talks that connect with a wide range of audiences. As a Champion Health Ambassador and regular speaker for the Teenage Cancer Trust, Amy is passionate about making wellbeing and accessibility more inclusive. Her first-hand experiences competing on the world stage make her a powerful voice on overcoming challenges, building confidence and creating high-performing, supportive teams.
Amy Conroy’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Amy Conroy’s remarkable career:
- 2025 – Appointed Ambassador for the Disability Inclusion Project, championing accessibility and inclusion initiatives.
- 2024 – Represented Great Britain at the Paris Paralympic Games as a senior member of the women’s wheelchair basketball team.
- 2021 – Competed for Great Britain at the Tokyo Paralympic Games, continuing her long-standing Paralympic career.
- 2018 – Won silver at the World Wheelchair Basketball Championships in Hamburg, helping Great Britain reach their first-ever women’s World Championship final.
- 2017 – Secured a bronze medal at the European Wheelchair Basketball Championships in Tenerife.
- 2016 – Played a central role in Great Britain’s historic fourth-place finish at the Rio Paralympic Games.
- 2015 – Co-captained Great Britain’s U25 team to gold at the Women’s U25 World Wheelchair Basketball Championships in Beijing and was named MVP.
- 2015 – Won bronze at the European Wheelchair Basketball Championships in Worcester.
- 2012 – Made her Paralympic debut at the London Paralympic Games, finishing as Great Britain’s top scorer in the opening match.
- 2010 – Made her senior international debut at the BT Paralympic World Cup before competing at the World Championships in Birmingham.
Videos
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Testimonials
“Amy Conroy delivered an incredibly inspiring and impactful talk that resonated with everyone in the room. Her honesty, resilience and leadership shone through as she shared lessons from competing at the highest level of wheelchair basketball. Amy’s ability to connect elite performance with practical insights on teamwork, wellbeing and inclusion made her presentation both engaging and thought-provoking. She was professional, authentic and empowering throughout, leaving a lasting impression on our audience.” – David Simms
Speaking Topics
Amy Conroy’s Official Keynote Topics:
- High-Performance Teamwork
- Inclusive Leadership & Disability Inclusion
- Mental Wellbeing & Mindset
- Resilience & Overcoming Adversity
- Thriving Under Pressure
- Women in Elite Sport
How Much Does Amy Conroy Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Amy Conroy?
Amy Conroy’s 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.