Barbara Barend presenter/daily chairman

1 (solo) performer

Indoor and outdoor

Presenter

1 hour

By arrangement

NL

If you invite Barbara Barend as a presenter/day chairperson, you can expect her to present the content of your event in an engaging and professional manner. She is analytical, critical and sharp and can take your meeting content to the next level. Make a no-obligation request through ShowBird now!

Although Barbara Barend used to dream of a sports career, she eventually chose (sports) journalism. She certainly stands her ground as a woman in the male-dominated soccer world. Barbara incorporates her knowledge and experiences into her presentations for all kinds of occasions. She has a style all her own. With this she ensures that your meeting will be a success!

Barbara Barend speaks on various topics such as:
- chasing dreams
- women in politics
- women and sports
- working as a woman in a man's world
- referees and the media

In her youth, Barbara played for the Dutch girls' soccer team. From 1992 to 1996, Barbara studied Business Administration at the University of Texas. Here she was known as the best tennis player at the university. In 1994, Barbara made her debut as a journalist. At the time, she started as a freelancer for Webber Magazine in the US. Once back in the Netherlands, Barbara started giving tennis lessons to Amsterdam youth and writing columns. Soon she made the move to television, presenting Zappsport and Voetbal Inside. Furthermore, Barbara set up the sports glossy Helden together with her father, Frits Barend. She is also an ambassador for the Johan Cruijff foundation and mother of 2 children.

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