BIANCA VALENTI

Trailblazing Game ChangerBianca Under GG

Bianca Under GG

 

 

 

Bianca Valenti is a world champion big wave surfer, inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and advocate.

For over a decade, Bianca has pushed the limits in one of the most dangerous sports on the planet, racking up historic wins and redefining what’s possible in big wave surfing. Some of her athletic achievements include: 9x Mavericks Awards Champion (three years undefeated), CA Outdoor Hall of Fame inductee, 2 x Puerto Escondido Cup Champion, Pipeline Champion, and Eddie Aikau Competitor —her track record speaks for itself. She’s not just one of the best; she’s still at the top of the game.

But Bianca’s greatest victory came outside the water—leading the fight for equal pay in professional surfing, a battle that changed the sport forever. As cofounder of BetterWave, she continues to champion opportunities for women, girls, and all outdoor athletes.

Her performance and advocacy have been featured in The New York Times Magazine, BBC World News, ESPN, Surfer Magazine, and more. Named one of Outside Magazine’s Most Accomplished Athletes, Bianca is also an ambassador for Save the Waves and Sustainable Surf, working to protect the oceans for generations to come.

When she’s not charging massive waves, Bianca mentors the next generation and helps people achieve their dreams.  She inspires audiences with her talks on risk, using fear to achieve the impossible, breaking barriers, community organization, change-making, and resilience—empowering others to take on challenges with courage. She is also a part owner of Valenti & Co Ristorante and Vinobar and Dog,Dog, & Dog. Bianca holds a degree from UC Santa Barbara and lives in San Francisco.

 

BE A CHAMPION

In service of making the world a better place

BE COMMITTED

Dedicate don’t hesitate

BE INQUISITIVE

Ask questions, and then continue to ask questions. Be open to what you learn, and try new ways.

BE THE CHANGE

Treat others as you want to be treated.

BE DIVERSE

Equanimity, self respect and respecting others are core in making the world a better place for all.

BE BRAVE

There are no shortcuts for hard work.  Work hard.  Work smart.  Take risks.

BE STRONG

Empower yourself with tiny choices each day. Daily exercise, healthy eating and sleep are fundamental pathways in the journey to self-empowerment.

BE STRONG

Life is a mystery. When times get tough our mindset is everything.  Be kind to yourself.

BE RESILIENT

There are no shortcuts for hard work. Stay focused on the work that brings the most light and gives you the most energy.

BE PROUD

And stay humble.  When we successfully ride a better wave we see the horizon for but a second until the next bigger one appears.  You can handle it with humility and hard work.

BE POSITIVE AND HOPEFUL

It takes a lot of small victories to create a big win.  Lean into challenges with hopefulness and enjoy the process…life is all about the journey and the destination will reveal itself.