Charlie Martin, Speaker | Transgender Pro Racer, Sport

Charlie Martin

Speaker, Transgender Professional Racer, Sport Gamechanger



London

Discover how transitioning enabled race car driver Charlie Martin to become her most authentic self, and ultimately achieve the impossible.

Charlie Martin | Speaker Biography

Trailblazing Transgender Motorsport Driver

Advocate for LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Sports

Inspirational Speaker on Resilience and Authenticity

Charlie Martin is a true game-changer in motorsport. Her captivating story has captured the hearts and minds of people all over the globe, showcasing her as a symbol of a revolutionary shift in the sport.

Throughout her life, Charlie has relentlessly battled against adversity, having tragically lost both of her parents at a young age. The challenges she faced were not limited to personal loss, as she also discovered her transgender identity at the tender age of seven.

In 2012, amidst her blossoming career, Charlie courageously decided to transition and live as a woman. In 2018, she displayed her bravery by openly coming out as transgender within the motorsport community, becoming an incredible source of education and inspiration for thousands.

As a transgender woman in motorsport, Charlie occupies a unique position within her sport and the LGBTQ+ community. She has triumphed over immense adversity to embrace her authentic self, and her story of resilience and triumph has established her as one of the most inspiring voices in both sports and the LGBTQ+ community.

Why you should book Charlie Martin for a PepTalk

As a speaker, Charlie allows your team to learn from a trailblazer in diversity and resilience. Her inspiring journey provides powerful insights into overcoming adversity, fostering inclusivity, embracing authenticity, enriching your organisational culture and inspiring transformative change.

Featured Sessions

Achieving Your Goals: The Story Of How I Became A Pro Racing Driver

A keynote Charlie's inspiring story of how her bravery, ambition & self belief enabled her to achieve beyond her wildest dreams.

Transgender Awareness: Lived Experience And How To Be A Better Ally

As a transgender woman in motorsport, Charlie Martin occupies a unique role within her sport and the LGBTQ+ community, having faced incredible adversity to become her true authentic self. Her powerful story of overcoming adversity and stigma will capture your team's attention, inspiring them to be true LGBTQ+ allies.

Succeeding As A Woman In A Male Dominated Sport

Creating access and opportunity for others and those around you is not just the right thing to do; it positively impacts so many other areas. With unique expert perspectives, become the example you want to see.

Featured Projects

Session Feedback

"Rarely do you get to hear such an inspirational and motivational speaker. Charlie's presentation was empowering and thought provoking and generated so much positive debate across the community and our allies." — Crispin Burridge, LGBTQ Affinity Network Chair, Kingfisher Plc

"I wanted to say thank you for the excellent talk. The feedback received has been extremely positive and has shone a positive light on trans awareness." — Daniel Morgan, 3M

"Charlie's bravery was an inspiration, her transparency & openness to questions and our respectful curiosity made the session truly valuable for the entire team." — Mary Moreline, UK Channel Sales, Google