ELKA WHALAN

Elka Whalan (formerly Graham) epitomises resilience, grace and empowerment on stage when speaking to any audience. With a distinguished swimming career spanning two Olympic Games - Sydney 2000 (Silver Medalist) and Athens 2004 - and numerous medals and records from World Championships, Commonwealth Games and Pan Pacific Championships - Elka's journey from elite athlete to wife and mother of four has been nothing short of inspirational.

Elka founded 'Queenhood' – A Dream Team of Women, in 2016. This is a vibrant community, uniting women across New South Wales. And Elka has recently added ‘Kinghood’, for fathers, mentors and leaders. She has facilitated over 30 events for these groups... events where everyone’s welcome and no topics are off limits.

Elka champions inclusivity and support. Her magnetic presence and genuine passion shine through in every aspect of her work, whether she's hosting events, interviewing Prime Ministers, curating panels, or keynote speaking. She mixes hard work with exceptional enthusiasm and is committed to uplifting others and fostering meaningful connections. Elka continues to inspire and empower women across Australia and beyond, leaving an indelible mark wherever she appears.

RECENT ENGAGEMENTS

Keynote Speaker on topics including ‘Setting Boundaries’, ‘The Power to Say NO’, ‘The Long Game of Sport’ and ‘Discipline & Motivation’
Curator and interviewer in Parliament across politicians, athletes and top business CEOs, working with the Australian Olympic Committee
Personal growth and mentoring with individuals and companies
One-on-one training, focused on body language, behaviour and being confident in a room with people
Guest speaker across retreats and workshop facilitator
President of Sydney University Swim Club

DUAL OLYMPIAN, MEDIA PERSONALITY AND FACILITATOR OF GROWTH

ABOUT ELKA WHALAN

Elka's superpower is her ability to read a room and engage across all areas of communications. These topics are currently the most requested.

KEYNOTE TOPICS

CONTACT

How to walk away gracefully from work places, conversations and situations that no longer serve you.

SETTING BOUNDARIES

The ability to manage time properly - when we say NO, we realise what our YES is and can prioritise.

'NO' IS YOUR SUPER POWER

A talk to adults/parents on raising children in sport by understanding the joy needed in the formative teenage years to aim for a 'long game' of success rather than only short instant success.

THE LONG GAME OF SPORT

Discipline creates the maximum amount of freedom when you are intentional in all you do.

DISCIPLINE & MOTIVATION

GET IN TOUCH WITH ELKA

Love to hear from you, so reach out! I’m taking bookings for speeches, key notes, interviews, MC hosting and personal client growth. I look forward to hearing from you. Elka x

These are some of the business organisations, government departments, sporting bodies and educational institutions with which I've had the privilege to work. I look forward to the opportunity of working and collaborating with you.

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