Poppy Starr
International Pro Skater, Creative Artist, Entrepreneur and Inspiring Young Speaker
Poppy Starr is an international professional skater, entrepreneur and artist who inspires young people to follow their passion and achieve their goals. A pioneer for women in skateboarding, she competes at elite levels against competitors nearly a decade older, and shares practical insights on resilience, creativity and entrepreneurship drawn from her own extraordinary journey.
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Poppy Starr is a professional skater competing on the international pro circuit, a field traditionally dominated by men twice her age. Noted for delivering her first TED talk at just 14, Poppy has become one of Australia’s most sought-after young speakers, inspiring audiences with stories of passion, perseverance and practical entrepreneurship.
A trailblazer for women in skateboarding, Poppy was named one of the Top 12 Most Influential Girl Skaters in the World in 2012 at age 13. By 15, she was competing internationally in the open division, consistently outperforming peers both male and female nearly a decade older than her.
Poppy’s creativity extends beyond skateboarding. A talented jewellery and card designer, she used the sales of her art to fund her early competition career at the legendary Bondi Skate Park. Today, she runs a successful business selling her designs online and through stores across Australia.
Through her talks, Poppy shares practical advice for young entrepreneurs, lessons in self-belief, and the power of resilience, creativity, and persistence. Her inspiring story encourages young people to pursue their passions boldly, break boundaries, and redefine what is possible.
