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Rugby captain & leadership speaker

Matt Dawson

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Transform team performance with Matt Dawson, speaker and former England rugby captain. Matt works with organisations to develop leadership skills, winning mindsets and high-performance culture, delivering world-class insights from his World Cup-winning experience.

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World Cup-winning England rugby player
Former England rugby team captain
TV personality on BBC's A Question of Sport

If you're not a fan of rugby, you may recognise Matt Dawson as the counterpart to Phil Tufnell on BBC's A Question of Sport. However, for those who appreciate the sport, Matt is regarded as one of the greatest scrum players in history. His exceptional performance in the World Cup-winning England rugby team, particularly his crucial pass that led to the winning kick, earned him immense respect worldwide. As a former England captain, Matt has proven himself to be a skilled leader and a dedicated team player. He now combines his extensive playing experience with valuable business insights to explore the dynamics of teams, leadership, and performance culture. With his innate winning mentality and exceptional ability to motivate, Matt is the ideal mentor for anyone seeking to elevate their performance to the next level.

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Matt brings a unique blend of world-class sporting achievement and insightful business acumen to every speaking engagement, offering unparalleled lessons in leadership, teamwork, and cultivating a winning culture. His firsthand experience in leading a team to World Cup victory translates into powerful, actionable strategies for success in any organizational context. Booking Matt as a speaker guarantees your team or business an inspiring session that will drive performance, motivation, and success to new heights.

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What topics does Matt Dawson specialise in?

Matt Dawson specialises in discussing rugby, leadership, performance culture and more.

What is Matt Dawson's speaking style like?

Matt combines his rugby expertise with business insights, motivating teams through engaging discussions on leadership and performance culture. His winning mentality inspires others to elevate their performance effectively.

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