Episode
Dr Emma Ross: Empowering EVERYONE to support women's health & wellbeing (Ep 29)
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- sportH.E
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- Mar 26, 2026
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- 3327
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Summary
Dr Emma Ross co-founded The Well HQ an expert consultancy that combines decades of experience in science, medicine and sports to create impactful solutions that close the culture gap, turning women’s health into the standard in organisational systems, policies, and culture. From global brands to grassroots clubs, they've helped companies in all industries move from box-ticking to meaningful, lasting change, impacting thousands of women and generating a ripple effect that positively impacts everyone. In this conversation, Emma shares her journey from early memories in sport, particularly cricket and equestrian, to her triumphs in university rugby. She discusses her transition to endurance sports, including a trek to Everest, and her impactful career at the English Institute of Sport. Emma highlights the importance of female athlete health and the gender disparities in sports, leading to her co-founding the Well HQ, which focuses on empowering women in sports. She reflects on the challenges of leadership, the need for systemic change, and the importance of empathy and communication in driving progress