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Bianca Valenti Talks Big Wave Surfing AND HOLLYWOOD

February 17, 2026

We sat down with big wave surfer Bianca Valenti recently to talk about the realities of surfing at the highest level.

At our gatherings, we are often drawn to people who operate at the edge of possibility. As an experiential strategy and production studio focused on bringing internal and external audiences together, we believe stories like Bianca’s carry lessons that extend far beyond sport. Bianca shared what goes into preparing for waves that most people only see from a distance. Training, timing, logistics, and the discipline required to wait for the right conditions. Big wave surfing may look like a single defining moment, but it is built on years of preparation and experience.

We also discussed the film currently in development based on her story, which has been optioned by Charlize Theron’s production company. Bianca will serve as an advisor on the project, helping shape how women’s big wave surfing is represented on screen.



Beyond competition, Bianca has been deeply involved in advancing sustainability within the sport and advocating for equal pay for women surfers. She spoke about the collective work behind those shifts and how the landscape has evolved as more women have stepped into bigger water and demanded equal opportunity.

It’s a direct conversation about craft, representation, and building longevity in a demanding sport.

We hope you enjoy the conversation.