Our Team
Impact Champions
Dominic Thiem
| Sport | Tennis |
| Pillar | Innovation & Technology |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | US Open Champion, three times Grand Slam finalist |
“As a professional athlete, travel is a big part of my life, and I’m committed to doing everything I can to reduce the impact of my travel.”
Lucy Shuker
| Sport | Wheelchair Tennis |
| Pillar | Equality & Inclusion |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | Paralympic Silver and Double Bronze Medallist |
“I’m passionate about breaking down barriers in sport and using my journey to advocate for greater inclusion, visibility, and opportunity for people with all levels of disability.”
Hannah Mills
| Sport | Sailing |
| Pillar | TBD |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | Five major gold and four major silver medals |
“We all need to come together and think about the affect we’re having on the planet, join up and work out how we can properly tackle the climate and biodiversity crisis. I’m excited to see what we come up with when we’re all pulling in the same direction.”
Chris Smalling
| Sport | Football |
| Pillar | TBD |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | Six Major Domestic and European Trophies |
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to elevate the conversation around sustainability in sports, something I’m deeply passionate about. I’m committed to driving positive change and promoting environmental responsibility.”
Ellis Spiezia
| Sport | Electric Motor Racing |
| Pillar | Legacy |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | World’s first native electric racing driver |
“I believe the rewards of being first far outweigh the risks. Paving a new path in a legacy sport and inspiring the next generation is my singular goal.”
George Garton
| Sport | Cricket |
| Pillar | Impact Investment, Innovation & Technology |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | England Test, ODI and T20 International |
“Private or blended finance deployed to generate measurable social and environmental outcomes alongside financial returns.”
Sally Kettle
| Sport | Ocean Rowing & Adventuring |
| Pillar | Education & Communication, Equality & Inclusion. |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | World Record Holding Two-Time Atlantic Ocean Rower. |
“I’m honoured to be part of the Sport Impact Summit because I believe sport has the power to transform lives—and to open doors for those who are too often left on the sidelines.”
David Haze
| Sport | Stand Up Paddle Boarding |
| Pillar | Human Health & Equality and Inclusion |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | Ocean activist of the year, international ‘SUP’ man of the year. |
“Prison took my freedom, but it was the open water that gave it back. With each stroke on a paddleboard, I left behind the man I was and moved toward the man I was meant to become. The ocean never judges me, it tests me, teaching me and transforming me into the man I’m meant to be!”
Shaun Norris
| Sport | Golf |
| Pillar | Legacy |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements |
14 Professional Wins, Highest World Ranking: 54.
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Andy Donaldson
| Sport | Ultra-Marathon Swimming |
| Pillar | Legacy |
| Declaration | Signed |
| Achievements | English Channel Swim: British Record Holder, Cook Straight: world record holder, Oceans Seven |
“For me, it’s not just about the swim, it’s about what it stands for. It’s about showing that each of us has the power to create change, inspire others, and leave the world a little better than we found it.”
Founders
Michael Gietzen
Sport Impact Co-Founder
Janet Dodd
Sport Impact Co-Founder
Mike Ford
Sport Impact Co-Founder
Sean Morris
Sport Impact Co-Founder
The Team
Katie McBride
Client and Partners Service Director
“We’re bringing together the world’s most influential figures from sports, science, and commerce as our Impact Champions. Their stories will inspire others to join this collective effort towards a more sustainable and healthier world.”
– Michael Gietzen, Sport Impact Co-Founder