Richard Askam

Sports Broadcaster & Journalist - Main Stage Interviewer

Richard Askam is a multi-award winning journalist and broadcaster. Specialising in sport, he has interviewed some of the world’s biggest stars including Tyson Fury, Usain Bolt and Sir Steve Redgrave to name but a few.

In his native North West he has helped to shine a light on mental health issues. Richard is connected to a number of charities and organisations across the region.