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MEGAN RAPINOE
World Cup Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist, Leadership Speaker & Equality Advocate
ABOUT MEGAN
Two-time World Cup Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist, Megan Rapinoe is a true soccer legend. A vocal leader in every aspect of her life, Megan helped lead the US Women’s National Team to the 2019 Women’s World Cup Championship, where she took home the tournament’s two top honors – the Golden Boot for top scorer, and the Golden Ball for the best player in the tournament. Megan retired in 2023 and among numerous soccer accolades, is also a New York Times Best-Selling author, one of Time100’s Most Influential People, and a recent Presidential Medal of Freedom award recipient. Rapinoe had her jersey retired by the OL Reign (the first player in franchise history and the second player in the entire NWSL to have this honor) and was inducted into the University of Portland Hall of Fame.
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At the end of 2022, Megan launched A Touch More, a production company focused on elevating stories about revolutionaries who move culture forward. The company champions narratives centered on identity, activism, and underrepresented communities. Their first scripted TV series, Playing the Field—based on the bestselling novel Cleat Cute - is currently in development. The ensemble series is set in the world of women’s soccer and follows a young player navigating life as a rookie, her dream of making the national team, and a budding romance with the team captain.
Megan is renowned for her advocacy in LGBTQ+ rights, racial equality, and gender equity and has been able to intersect her passion for humanity and authenticity.
Business & Management
Motivation
Public Affairs & Media
TAGS & EXPERTISE
Leadership • Inspiration • Resilience • Human Rights • Advocacy • Social Impact • Diversity & Inclusion • Goal Setting • Sports
SPEAKING TOPICS
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Champions aren’t made when everything is easy — they are made in the moments of highest pressure, greatest challenge, and boldest risk. In this dynamic and inspiring talk, MEGAN RAPINOE shares the lessons she's learned from a career defined by rising to the occasion. From leading the U.S. Women’s National Team to World Cup victories to scoring some of the biggest goals on the world’s biggest stage, Megan knows what it takes to perform when everything is on the line.
Drawing on stories from pivotal matches, training camps, and behind-the-scenes leadership moments, Megan explores how grit, preparation, trust, and fearless authenticity form the foundation for success. She offers practical insights into building mental resilience, making tough decisions under pressure, and inspiring teams to believe — not just in the goal, but in each other.
Whether you’re leading a company, coaching a team, or navigating a personal crossroads, Megan’s message is clear: greatness comes from the courage to embrace the hardest moments, and leadership is forged when you dare to meet the pressure with passion, confidence, and purpose.
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As the co-founder of Re-Inc, A Touch More, and a groundbreaking collaborator with Nike, MEGAN RAPINOE explores how modern entrepreneurship goes beyond selling products—it’s about building brands that reflect values, inspire communities, and drive cultural change. She shares lessons in creativity, risk-taking, and building ventures that blend business success with social impact.
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