James Sennett is an Associate Director at Ecorys where his research has a strong focus on sport and physical activity policy. James has recently directed a study for the European Commission on athletes’ rights in and around large sport events and another on trends affecting the European Sport Model. James has also directed EU-wide reviews of good practices in sport diplomacy, sport and disability actions, and safeguarding children in sport. James has led numerous sport research studies for government organisations in the UK focused mainly on sport participation and governance issues in the sector. 

Jason Smyth, acclaimed as one of Ireland's top athletes, secured 21 gold medals in an impressive 18-year track career, notably claiming 6 Paralympic golds. With an unbeaten record, he was honoured with an MBE in 2022. Since transitioning in 2023, Smyth currently is the Strategy Manager at Paralympics Ireland. He also is qualified as a financial advisor; he also collaborates with corporations to enhance their performance. Smyth's dedication to sports and disability advocacy extends to board engagements, alongside his recent triumph on Dancing with the Stars Ireland 2024.

Gabriela Soukalová is a retired biathlete renowned for her skiing and shooting skills. She dominated biathlon competitions for several years, receiving three medals in the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics. She is a multiple-time world biathlon champion and was also the first Czech to win the overall title in the 2015 Biathlon World Cup. After her retirement from professional biathlon, she published an autobiographical book and film about her career. Gabriela continues to be involved in the biathlon community, serving as a mentor and ambassador for the sport she loves.