Welcome to the VIS Athlete Speaker Opportunities!
As part of the VIS Community Programs, an online course has been developed for athletes who are interested in participating in paid speaking and presenting opportunities through the VIS.
This course is a required pre-requisite for any athlete wanting to participate in the VIS Athlete speaker program.
This 4–phase course guides athletes through the process and training to host VIS tours and speaking engagements, build an athlete profile and generate income through these opportunities. This course has been developed to streamline the process for athletes, allowing you to complete the steps at your own pace.
This course features a blend of content, including resources, online tasks, options to upload completed work and connect with Tess Lloyd (VIS Community Programs & Marketing Coordinator).
Course Content
Our Experts
Tess Lloyd OLY
Community Programs and Marketing Manager
Tess coordinates Community Programs at the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS). A proud Olympian in sailing, she has spent years sharing her sporting journey as a public speaker, developing a genuine passion for authentic storytelling and community connection.
Drawing on her lived experience as an elite athlete, Tess now channels that knowledge into empowering fellow athletes, helping them find their voice, share their stories, and promote the VIS programs that support their journey.
Charlotte Hodgson
Community Programs and Marketing Coordinator
Charlotte coordinates Community Programs at the VIS. A proud VIS alum, she spent four years on scholarship from 2022–2026 as a hockey athlete, becoming heavily involved in Community Programs and athlete speaking opportunities. As an athlete presenter, Charlotte led VIS Tours and shared her sporting journey with schools and community groups.
Alongside her athletic career, she completed a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Melbourne, majoring in Media and Communications, developing a passion for authentic storytelling and community connection. Charlotte now combines her experience as an elite athlete and communications background to empower athletes to share their stories and inspire the next generation.