Against the Ropes
CONTENT: Against the Ropes is the inspiring story of Claudia Trejos, a minority woman who juggled family life and career in sport journalism. It’s also a memoir about her dyslexia, violence and gender bias growing up in Colombia, how she survived as an immigrant who arrived in the U.S. with $700 and pivoted from pursuing a career as a medical doctor to becoming a leading woman in the sports industry as a journalist…
Against the Ropes is a touching and inspiring story about a Hispanic woman who overcame dyslexia, violence, gender and racial bias growing up in Colombia, survived as an immigrant who arrived in the U.S. with $700 and pivot to become a leading woman in the sports industry as a reporter
Against the Ropes is a story of resilience and determination. Once a serious dyslexic struggle, writer Claudia Trejos overcame everything to become an award-winning writer, columnist and television personality. A passion for sports led her from Colombia to journalism, where she paved a successful path as the only woman in her field. In this biography, she shares how she overcame dyslexia, violence, and gender and racial bias growing up in Colombia and achieved success as an immigrant who arrived in the U.S. with $700
As the first woman to be hired by a major sports-media company, Claudia Trejos is breaking down the glass ceilings of traditional reporting. Her story is the inspiration behind Against the Ropes, a groundbreaking look at female athletes and subjects through their own eyes.
Hispanic woman and motivational speaker
I’m Claudia Trejos, a Hispanic woman and motivational speaker that has thrived in the male-dominated world of sports journalism for over 25 years. I have worked for ESPN, Fox Sports, Showtime and Telemundo among others. I am now committed to using my experiences and lessons to help female and minority employees tap into their own personal journeys to become braver leaders through the challenges they face, such as crisis, discrimination, and imposter syndrome.
Claudia Trejos, a Hispanic woman and motivational speaker, has thrived in the male-dominated world of sports journalism for over 25 years. She has worked for ESPN, Fox Sports, Showtime, Telemundo and Univision among others. Claudia is committed to using her experiences and lessons to help female and minority employees tap into their own personal journeys to become braver leaders through the challenges they face, such as crisis, discrimination, and imposter syndrome.
As a Hispanic woman who was one of the first women to cover boxing at many major events, I know what it’s like to be in a male-dominated field. On the journey to achieving success, I learned important lessons about taking risks and making mistakes, being prepared for failure and managing crisis. Through my experiences, I’ve developed a message of encouragement for others working in male-dominated industries: use what you have learned from your challenges and turn them into opportunities.
My communication skills and expertise in conducting panel discussions will help you and your employees share their stories. I speak English, French, Portuguese and Spanish. I am a motivational speaker that has traveled the world for work, representing many different cultures. My stories will inspire your team to reach their potential as leaders.
