Ep 8 | Lauren Jauncey: Leading Culture & Driving Change in Sport

What does it take to shape the culture of a sporting organisation from the ground up — and use sport as a vehicle for real change?In this episode, Lauren Jauncey shares her journey from a career in corporate leadership and strategy to working in sport as General Manager of Strategy, People and Culture with the Tasmania Devils.With a background spanning global organisations and leadership roles, Lauren brings a fresh perspective to sport — showing how culture, inclusion, and strategy are just as critical as performance.In this conversation, we explore:What “culture” in sport actually means — and why it mattersHow corporate skills translate into leadership roles in sportThe power of speaking up and influencing change (including closing the gender pay gap in sport)Practical ways clubs and volunteers can shape positive, inclusive environmentsBalancing career, leadership, and family — and the reality of different life stagesThis episode is a powerful reminder that sport has the ability to bring people together — and that strong leadership can shape not just teams, but entire communities.If you believe in creating more visibility, stronger pathways, and better opportunities for women and girls in sport, you can support this work by becoming a WSRT member.Join us at wsrt.org.au/membership