With her vibrant personality & positive attitude Elka Whalan (nee Graham) has enjoyed a successful media career for the last 20 years after representing Australia as a dual Olympian in the pool and multiple medalist. Her stellar swimming career saw her reach world #1 in her freestyle events bringing home medals from Olympics, World Championships & Commonwealth Games.
An engaging MC and motivational speaker, Elka talks to corporate companies, schools and teams “Be a first rate you not a second rate someone else” inspiring speeches. Elka is now seen across media forums, writing for papers and magazines & encouraging women to embrace all aspects of motherhood.
Wife to Four time water polo Olympian Thomas Whalan, they reside in Sydney with their four children. Elka is vibrant, encouraging & engaging; an asset to brands & companies.