Dr Anna Watkins Mbe

Dr. Anna Watkins MBE, OLY is a distinguished leader in the sports and business sectors, currently serving as Chief Executive Officer of The British Elite Athletes Association and Non Executive Director at the English Institute of Sport. With a rich background in consultancy and advisory roles, Dr. Watkins previously directed Watkins & Watkins Ltd, focusing on speaking, coaching, and board activities. A former athlete with British Rowing, Dr. Watkins competed as an Olympic athlete in double sculls. Academic credentials include a degree in Natural Sciences/Geological Sciences from the University of Cambridge and a Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics from the University of Reading.