Radha Balani

Radha Balani is a dynamic and purpose-driven leader in global sport, currently serving as Expert Partner for Strategy & Leadership at Think Beyond, a consultancy that harnesses the power of sport and entertainment to drive social impact and sustainability. With over a decade of experience shaping meaningful partnerships across the industry, Radha is recognized for her ability to connect business goals with societal change. Based in New York City, she co-leads Think Beyond’s international operations and recently spearheaded the re-establishment of its North American presence post-pandemic. Her leadership has helped double the consultancy’s size while expanding its influence across leagues, brands, athletes, and non-profits. She also co-hosts The Game Plan podcast, diving into the business of sport and the change-makers within it. Radha's career is rooted in a commitment to equity, innovation, and authenticity. Her background spans strategic roles at London Sport, Beyond Sport, Football Foundation and Women in Sport, where she championed inclusive access and policy-driven change. A natural storyteller and facilitator, Radha is also an accomplished public speaker and panel host, bringing sharp insight and energy to global conversations on sport’s role in driving progress. Whether she's designing justice-focused sustainability strategies, moderating conversations on mental health in athletics, or elevating women’s voices in sport, Radha's influence is grounded in trust, transparency, and bold action. Her guiding principle? “Build it with them, and they are already there.”

• Bassingbourn Village College
• Hills Road Sixth Form College
• Loughborough University- B.A.

• Sustainability of the Year Award

• Crisis