Mercury 13's Aluko on the Athlete to Investor Journey

The speaker shares her 30-year journey in women's football, highlighting the challenges and growth in the sport. From being the only girl in a boys' team to becoming an investor and advisor, she discusses the financial and infrastructural changes over the years. Key milestones include the 2012 Olympics, the establishment of professional leagues, and her role in executive management. The talk emphasizes the importance of visibility, role models, and commercial investment in advancing women's football.

What was the main challenge faced by the speaker in her early football career?

• Too many female players

• Excessive media coverage

• No financial support and infrastructure

• Lack of interest in football

Who were the role models that inspired the speaker to pursue sports?

• The Nadal brothers

• The Beckham siblings

• The Williams sisters

• The Federer sisters

What was the significant outcome of the speaker's push for better contracts in 2008?

• More media coverage

• Central contracts for players

• Increased sponsorship deals

• Higher match attendance

What significant event in 2012 changed the perception of women's football?

• The Copa America

• The Olympics

• The European Championship

• The World Cup

What was the first commercial income deal the speaker received?

• Nike

• Adidas

• Reebok

• Puma

What was the speaker's initial career plan before fully committing to football?

• Teacher

• Lawyer

• Doctor

• Engineer

Which company made a significant investment in the Women's Super League in 2019?

• Nike

• Adidas

• Barclays

• Puma

How much was the speaker paid at Juventus compared to Cristiano Ronaldo?

• €50,000 vs €25 million

• €80,000 vs €29 million

• €75,000 vs €28 million

• €100,000 vs €30 million

What was the speaker's role in Angel City?

• Referee

• Player

• Coach

• Sporting Director

What was the first investment made by Mercury 13?

• Juventus Women

• Chelsea Women

• Angel City

• Como Women