👏 Congratulations to Think Beyond client Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson on being named #7 on The Telegraph's 50 Most Influential Women in Sport 2024! A Paralympic icon and disability rights champion, Tanni has been a relentless advocate for accessibility and inclusion, inspiring change and driving progress in sport and beyond. We’re proud to celebrate this incredible achievement with her. 📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dqxJSye6 If you're interested in working with Tanni, feel free to reach out to Ben Pilbeam for more information: ben.pilbeam@thinkbeyond.consulting
Think Beyond
Business Consulting and Services
London, England 3,551 followers
Change the world, Think Beyond
About us
Think Beyond is a social impact and sustainability consultancy, working in and through sport and entertainment. We leverage powerful platforms for positive change. We are pioneers of sustainable societal change, empowering those with ambition to find innovative solutions to complex problems. We support brands, teams, leagues, and talent to have a real impact on the world and their business. To create this change, and drive sustained commercial growth, it’s essential to have leaders driven by a higher purpose, organisations that make sustainability a core value, community programmes that deliver real impact, and communications that inspire action. That’s why, at Think Beyond, we create all four - Purposeful Leaders, Sustainable Organisations, Impactful Programmes and Inspiring Communications.
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http://www.thinkbeyond.consulting/
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- 11-50 employees
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- London, England
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- Sustainability Strategy Creation and Materiality Assessment, Carbon Emission Measurement & Verification, Sustainable Management Systems (ISO20121), Social Impact Strategy Design, Theory of Change Development, Social Impact Programme Delivery and Evaluation, Youth Leadership Curriculum and Programme Creation, Training and Mentorship, Talent (athletes) Partnerships and Programmes , Talent (athletes) Social Impact Strategy Development and Delivery, Annual/ Seasonal Sustainability Reports, Stakeholder Mapping and Engagement , and Sustainability Communications Planning
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⚽ We’re excited to see the next chapter of Subway UK & Ireland’s Fresh Moves initiative come to life with the announcement of their multi-year partnership with the Women's Professional Leagues, making them the Official Title Partner of the Subway® Women’s League Cup. This partnership is a commitment to increasing visibility for women’s football while enhancing opportunities for more women and girls to play. Developed by Think Beyond earlier this year, Fresh Moves focuses on promoting physical activity through partnerships with sports organisations on a growth journey. Over the past year, Subway has partnered with GB Basketball, Breaking GB, and Skateboard GB—and now football takes the stage. Huge thanks to the Think Beyond project team Ben Pilbeam, Sam Shave and Katinka Duewel, Subway’s Kirstey Elston, Matt Flint and Indy Flora, and WPLL's Zarah Al-Kudcy and Emma Barlow for bringing this strategy to life. 🚀 Watch this space for more to come in 2025. 🔗 Read the full article via the link in the comments. If you’d like to learn more, reach out to ben.pilbeam@thinkbeyond.consulting. #FreshMoves #ThinkBeyond #SubwayWomensLeagueCup #WomensFootball #SportsSponsorship
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A fantastic example of how the Athletics for a Better World (ABW) Standard is delivering tangible change. The Oslo Bislett Games has achieved Platinum-level certification, setting a global benchmark in sustainable athletics. From ending their partnership with ExxonMobil in 2016 to now hosting the most environmentally sustainable track and field competition on the planet—powered by 100% renewable energy, achieving gender parity, and offsetting 200 tonnes of CO2—this is sustainable leadership in action. Think Beyond's Susie Tomson had the pleasure of attending as the verifier for this incredible event. We’re proud to have helped design the ABW Standard with World Athletics, enabling events like this to integrate sustainability into every aspect of delivery. Huge congratulations to Steinar Hoen, Linnea Elisabeth Vågen Svensson, Bob Ramsak, and the World Athletics team for driving this transformation and proving how sport can inspire change.
In 2016, the Oslo Bislett Games made the bold decision to end its partnership with Exxon Mobil. Meeting Director Steinar Hoen led the event on a transformational journey to become the most environmentally sustainable athletics meeting on the planet. Fast forward to 2024: The Oslo Bislett Games has achieved Platinum level recognition against the Athletics for a Better World (ABW) standard - the highest level of sustainability certification for athletics events. Key achievements: ⚡ Powered entirely by 100% renewable energy 🥕 93% local sourcing of products (within 100km) 🚶♀️ 81% public/active travel by spectators 🌳 Offset 200 tonnes of CO2, supporting local carbon capture and global reforestation projects 👫 Achieved 50-50 gender parity in the organising committee 🌱 Strong sustainability communications and athlete engagement "They have created a template for excellence that all sports, not just athletics, can follow to achieve success." - World Athletics President Sebastian Coe Launched in January 2024, the ABW Standard is set to become the largest sustainability rating system in sport, with nearly 100 events worldwide already reporting through it. Full article 🔗 bit.ly/3Zpk7ey
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🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of the Sports Pundit Podcast with Andy Marston, as Think Beyond's Dr. Susie Tomson delves into all things sustainability in sport. 🌍 From working with trailblazers like SailGP to supporting long-established organisations such as Liverpool Football Club embed sustainability at their core, Susie discusses the powerful role of athletes as changemakers, the importance of understanding your supply chain, and how the environmental movement can better communicate its message. 🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
🗣️ "In terms of the communications, I think that's where the environmental movement has not got it right in the past. It definitely needs to be around providing options and talking in a really positive light." 💡 "Typically, it's been like, 'Oh, don't do this, don't do that' and 'Use less this, and turn the heating down.' None of it feels like fun and then you're the 'fun sponge' or you the 'fun police.'" 👮 "We're not gonna solve these world's problems by doing less and people aren't going to change enough. But, what we do need to do, and I think the opportunity for sport is..." New podcast is out now with Dr Susie Tomson, one of the world’s leading proponents of sustainability in sport 🌍 Susie and Andy discuss the evolving motivations behind sustainability in sports, from working with innovative properties like SailGP, where sustainability is at the core, to supporting legacy rightsholders such as Liverpool Football Club in making meaningful environmental strides. As well as discussing the vital role and responsibilities of athletes, how the environmental movement can better communicate its message, the importance of understanding your supply chain, and so much more! Listen to the full podcast on Apple, Spotify, or where ever you get your podcasts by searching 'Sports Pundit Podcast' 🎧 CC: James Rigby Ben Pilbeam Radha Balani
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🎉 We’re delighted to welcome Andrew Graham as our new Senior Director, Operations at Think Beyond. Andrew joins us in a newly established role that reflects Think Beyond’s growth and ambition to support our clients as we continue to deliver impactful work around the world. With extensive leadership experience across design, brand strategy, and consultancy businesses, Andrew has built a successful career on scaling organisations, streamlining operations, and fostering people-first cultures. At Think Beyond, his focus will be on strengthening our foundations, implementing efficient processes, and equipping the team to scale sustainably. His strategic mindset and passion for purpose-driven work make him the perfect fit to help us achieve our ambitious plans. Welcome to the team, Andrew – we’re excited to have you with us!
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What’s the business case for embedding social impact and sustainability at the heart of your sporting organisation? How can a mindset shift—from mitigating risk to maximising opportunity—help drive revenue, strengthen partnerships, engage fans and staff, and create a competitive edge? Think Beyond's Dr Susie Tomson and Sam Shave unpack these questions and offer actionable insights in the latest episode of the International Sports Convention Business of Sport podcast. 🎧 Tune in and please share your thoughts in the comments. 🔗 Full episode: https://lnkd.in/d3SaMSXs 🎙️ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dBkRk_2E 🍎 Apple: https://lnkd.in/dmJNUfEp #Podcast #SportsIndustry #ISC #TheBusinessOfSportsPodcast
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A fantastic day at Anfield for Think Beyond's Sam Shave and Sam Paine, collaborating with Liverpool Football Club and its partners on the future of The Red Way sustainability strategy. A big thanks to everyone involved in the workshop — and what a way to cap it off by witnessing Liverpool's thrilling 2-0 Champions League victory over Real Madrid. ⚽ Leading the way, both on and off the pitch. Learn more about The Red Way 👉 https://lnkd.in/eGcBJfg4
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🎤 Congratulations to our client Michael Johnson on being named Pundit of the Year at the Broadcast Sports Awards. 👏 Michael’s insightful and engaging commentary during BBC Sport's coverage of the Paris 2024 Olympics made him the voice of the Games for millions of fans. His ability to bring the drama, passion, and analysis of elite competition into living rooms across the UK is what sets him apart. At Think Beyond, we’re proud to have supported Michael’s incredible journey over the last 10 years, helping amplify his voice as he inspires audiences and connects them to the power of sport. If you're interested in working with Michael, feel free to reach out to Ben Pilbeam for more information: ben.pilbeam@thinkbeyond.consulting
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🎙️Tune in to the International Sports Convention podcast this Friday to hear Think Beyond's Sam Shave and Dr. Susie Tomson discuss the business case for embedding purpose and impact at the heart of your sporting organisation. Discover how shifting your mindset from mitigating risk to maximising opportunity can drive revenue, strengthen partnerships, engage fans and staff, and create a competitive edge.
🎙️ Don’t miss our upcoming episode with Sam Shave and Dr Susie Tomson. ISC International Sports Awards Agency of the Year nominee, Think Beyond, is a leading social impact and sustainability consultancy, working in and through sport and entertainment. With offices in London, New York and Lausanne, they have an impressive portfolio of clients keen to prepare for the future, including Liverpool Football Club, World Athletics, World Rugby, FIBA, Subway, The Premier League, ESPN, SailGP and more. In this latest ISC Business of Sport podcast, ANDREW JAMES talks to Managing Partner Sam Shave and Senior Partner, Dr Susie Tomson. Be sure to catch the full episode this Friday!🎉 #Podcast #SportsIndustry #ISC
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🎉 We’re excited to share that Think Beyond has been shortlisted for the International Sports Convention Sports Agency of the Year Award. This award celebrates excellence in the sports industry, recognising agencies that lead with professionalism, integrity, and innovation. It honours those delivering strategic guidance and transformative impact, advancing the business of sport in meaningful ways. We’re proud to work with organisations like Liverpool Football Club, World Athletics, SailGP, NFL UK, England Rugby, British Cycling, LIV Golf and more, helping unlock sport’s potential for positive change. This recognition reflects our team’s dedication and the trust of our clients to deliver purpose-led strategies and commercial success. Winners will be announced on 13 January 2025—watch this space! 🤞
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