Peter Bakare

Peter Bakare is a British Olympian, creative educator, performance coach and motivational speaker whose life weaves together sport, storytelling and social impact. As a former Team GB indoor volleyball player at the 2012 London Olympics, he has transitioned beyond elite sport to found Nutri Troops and the 5 On It Foundation, utilising creativity, health education, and performance to inspire children, communities, and organisations.

Born and raised in East London by a single mother and supported by Franciscan monks, Peter’s early life gave him insight into hardship, resilience and possibility. His academic path in animation led to creative work, including scriptwriting, while his athletic journey blossomed in volleyball, eventually earning him Olympic status. These blended experiences give him a unique voice for speaking on diversity, inclusion, storytelling and empowerment.

Peter’s D&I credentials are reinforced by leadership beyond sport. He is an Ambassador for the Olympics (for Paris 2024), a trustee of the Volleyball England Foundation. He has led educational workshops through Nutri Troops, which uses Olympic-themed characters and animation to teach children about nutrition, wellbeing and healthy living. He also works with the Mayor’s Fund for London, telling stories of underrepresented communities, mental wellbeing and what it means to reach your personal best against the odds.

As a speaker, Peter combines warmth, authenticity and high energy. He connects with audiences through personal story and humour, while underpinning messages of inclusion, resilient mindset and performance. His talks, on resilience & overcoming adversity, achieving your personal best, The Hero’s Journey, and Youth Empowerment, are especially powerful for organisations that want real change, where people feel seen, included, and motivated to be their best selves.