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Founder - Boost Juice

The founder of hugely successful Boost Juice Bars, Janine has grown it to become the number one juice bar business in the Southern Hemisphere. With plans to open throughout the UK and Asia. Janine admits she never imagined she would be leading a multi-million dollar empire, turning over $100 million annually in sales. A working Mum she epitomises the company slogan "Love Life".

Founder - Contiki Holidays

What can you do with 25 pounds, an idea and a beat up minibus? Ask John Anderson. John left New Zealand at age 22 to travel England for a year and returned 20 years later, having grown Contiki Holidays from a simple idea into one of the world’s major tour operators. John’s story has a marked effect on the emotions of his audience, and tells of his determination, belief in his staff, and of his successes and failures.

HR- Entrepreneur 

As one half of power house recruitment company Morgan & Banks, Andrew has been at the helm when the company went public in 1995, and saw sales grow to over $700 million before its acquisition by TMP/Monster.com in 1999. With his respected expertise Andrew has turned start-up companies into successful enterprise, built extensive global networks in the human resources and recruitment sectors and established a strong track record in building revenue, market share and returns to shareholders. A true legend in HR and business.

Founder – ModelCo Beauty Products 

Starting with just one product in 2002, Shelley has built the fastest growing and one of the most respected beauty brands in the world today. With over 150 products in 20 countries and ranged in the worlds best departmant stores, Modelco is a phenomenon. Voted 'Best New Beauty Brand' in the USA, Shelley is an exceptional entrepreneur and leader who has great vision, consumer insight, creativity, drive & integrity. 2006 Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Her story is amazing.

ALP Leader 

The Honourable Kim Beazley, Federal Member for Brand, served in the Federal Parliament from1980. His Ministerial career began in 1983 with the first Hawke Government and matured into his election as Leader of the Opposition and Leader of the Federal Parliamentary Labor Party in 1996 where he served until the general election in 2001. Kim’s indelible leadership and vision for the future secure his position in the Australian political landscape.

Premier Batsman 

Affectionately known as the Pyjama Picasso, Michael has secured a place in the hearts of Australians and in cricket history. A gifted speaker and admired role model, Michael delivers on topics such as personal success, the importance of teamwork, setting and achieving goals and overcoming adversity. Michael shows consistency and world class ability that achieved his place at the forefront of Australian cricket history.

Finance Leader- Mental Health Advocate
Former NSW Liberal leader, John Brogden is a respected political and business leader. He is the CEO of the Investment & Financial Services Association of Australia (IFSA), which represents the retail and wholesale funds management, superannuation and life insurance industries. With more than 140 members IFSA is responsible for investing over $1 trillion on behalf of more than ten million Australians. John has walked a very public journey of success, failure and redemption - from the highs of political leadership, through the lows of his suicide attempt and depression and most recently, new leadership roles and success in business. An outstanding advocate for mental illness, John shares his experiences of depression and suicide with honesty and bravery and challenges the common misunderstandings of living with a mental illness. John Brogden is a passionate and charismatic speaker in the areas of Leadership, Depression and Mental Health.