23^rd February 17:30-19:00 

Esther’s journey is an invitation to rethink what high performance really looks like. Starting in a small, under-resourced rowing club, she progressed to world championship gold and the Olympic stage through disciplined execution, long-term thinking, and an ability to show up when the stakes are highest. One of her defining strengths is the ability to change focus, switching from executing the perfect stroke on the water to breaking down complex problems in the classroom. In this talk, Esther goes beyond medals to share the moments that shaped her most: the failures, doubts, and decisions that defined her path. She draws clear parallels with the Oxford MBA experience: sustained pressure, uncertainty, and tough trade-offs—offering insights that challenge how participants think about performance, ambition, and growth in their own careers.