LSH Auto Hosts Women in Sport Networking Event

06.05.2025

LSH Auto hosted a networking event in partnership with the Women of the Year Awards, attracting a sold-out audience of 150 attendees to Mercedes-Benz of Birmingham.

The event, themed ‘Women in Sport’, featured an inspirational panel of elite athletes and sports professionals. Yvonne Harrison, CEO of Women in Football, chaired a thought-provoking discussion with former Lionesses Jill Scott MBE and Lindsay Johnson, professional golfer and broadcaster Sophie Walker, and British taekwondo athlete and Olympian Bianca Cook (née Walkden).

Jill Scott MBE, one of England’s most decorated footballers, played a crucial role in England’s UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 victory and earned over 150 international caps. Lindsay Johnson, a former England international defender, was instrumental in Everton’s FA Women’s Cup win and represented her country at UEFA Women’s EURO 2005 and the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Sophie Walker, a professional golfer and broadcaster, competed on the Ladies European Tour for over a decade, achieving multiple top 10 finishes before becoming a prominent golf analyst. Bianca Cook, a three-time Taekwondo World Champion and two-time Olympic bronze medallist, made history as the first athlete to win all four Grand Prix events in one season.

The panel shared their proudest moments, reflected on the progression of their sports, discussed challenges they had faced, and provided leadership insights. They also emphasised the importance of paving the way for future generations of female athletes.

The event provided a powerful platform to inspire and connect professionals, demonstrating what the business world can learn from these highly successful women in sport, particularly in leadership and self-belief.

Now in its 43rd year, the Women of the Year Awards celebrate outstanding female role models across all areas of society and business.

Women of the Year Awards Patron and the Founder of Miss Money Savvy, Emma Elston MBE, said: “LSH Auto once again exceeded expectations. They created an inspiring atmosphere that celebrated women in sport, bringing together an incredible panel and an engaged audience. The energy in the room was phenomenal.”