Episode 5: Emma Wells - Leading with Grit

In this episode, host Lauren chats with Emma Wells, the UK's largest female tennis court operator and the first international female Director of the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR). Emma has built an impressive city-wide tennis operation across London, managing 25 public park venues and more than 130 tennis courts, with a mission to make tennis accessible to everyone.   Emma shares her journey from acquiring her first tennis venue to building a thriving community-focused business in the heart of London. Emma also talks about her connection with the Victorian Tennis Academy, her recent visit to Melbourne for the Australian Open Conference, and her upcoming first book. Along the way,  we hear what inspired Emma to become a tennis coach and what she is most proud of when she looks at her business today.   In this episode, you'll hear about: Emma's journey into tennis coaching and business Building a tennis operation across London's public parks Making tennis accessible to new and underrepresented players Women in leadership and the importance of female representation Check out Emma's new book GRIT: Building a Business, Leading with Purpose here   If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with your fellow tennis community.   Stay connected with the Victorian Tennis Academy! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook.   To learn more about the Victorian Tennis Academy, explore our programs, or book a free junior trial lesson, visit www.victennisacademy.com.au.   VTA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which this podcast is recorded on.