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| Stan Alves |
Elite Sportsman / Motivator & MC
Stan Alves is one of those talented souls whose ability to manifest success in multiple interests is just another day at work. Former AFL coach and elite athlete, Stan transitioned into successful media personality, entrepreneur and businessman. He now combines the two worlds as a master communicator, coach and motivator to inspire teams towards greater levels of personal and professional success. |
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| Bernie Brooks |
Myer CEO and Retail Expert
Bernie Brookes’ 30-year retail career comprises a rich tapestry of stories and successes from some of Australia’s significant retail giants. Following a legendary career at Woolworths, he is currently Myer CEO. Bernie’s expertise in establishing the company’s independence from the Coles Group reiterated his deft hand for managing change, leadership, organising people and retail skills. Equipped with an unwavering self-confidence, and a desire to inspire entrepreneurship and empowerment in his people, Bernie’s significant contribution is woven into the fabric of Australian retail history. |
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| Peter Bush |
Ex CEO, McDonald’s Australia
He's been at the helm of one of the world’s most recognised brands, and packs a wealth of business management experience into his long career in Fast Moving Consumer Goods. Peter Bush counts executive positions with some of Australia’s, and the world’s, most successful FMCG companies including AGB-McNair, Arnotts, Johnson & Johnson, Unilever, Reckitt & Coleman and Schwarzkopf Australasia. He was instrumental in the Ampol/Caltex merger and reinvented the McDonald’s Australia business before becoming its managing director and CEO. |
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| Glenn Cooper AM |
Coopers Brewery, Exec Chairman
Glenn Cooper sits at the helm of one of Australia’s most loved breweries – Coopers. He continues a legacy begun five generations ago and seen the rise and rise of his family’s product. Glenn originally trained in computing and engineering, carving out his own path to build a successful computer company which later sold for $3.5 million. On joining the family business Glenn’s strengths in marketing saw him take up the marketing director role and today, based on values of tradition and quality, the Coopers range enjoys strong sales both nationally and abroad. |
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| Danny Frawley |
St Kilda’s finest AFL skipper
Regarded as one the finest leaders of ALF team St Kilda, Danny Frawley led a stellar career taking in 240 games spanning nine years, and included a captaincy that is still, today, unmatched in longevity. Described as a tough and uncompromising full-back, in 1991 Danny led the Saints into the finals for the first time in eighteen years. Since those celebrated days, Danny went on to coach Collingwood and later Richmond. Today, Danny’s success continues in the corporate and media sectors. He lectures for Linfox on leadership and motivation, and appears regularly on radio and television. |
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| Amanda Gore |
Change -Facilitation with Heart
America's and Australia's most admired speaker, brings expertise in transforming business teams and leaders using a combination of emotional intelligence, neuroscience and the science of the heart. Her unique approach taps into the core of people to facilitate change, revitalise relationships, invigorate teams and foster leadership, innovation and creativity. Amanda’s ability to educate through entertainment allows her to connect and involve audiences for immediate and long term results. A refreshing departure from analysis paralysis, Amanda’s own brand of people and cultural change is driving a new direction with powerful results. |
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| Tom Hafey MBE |
AFL’s Coaching Elite
AFL super coach Tom Hafey has spent an illustrious career leading some of the most prominent AFL teams in the code. Tom’s credits include coaching four teams to Premierships and holding court at ten Grand Finals. His achievements with Richmond Football Club saw Tom join Collingwood where he boosted the club from the bottom of the ranks, steering them to a Grand Final tie. Engaging, authentic and honest, Tom’s success both on field and in his media roles can be attributed to his natural ease with people. |
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| Andrew Horabin |
The corporate messenger with a twist
Andrew Horabin, the man behind one of many alter-egos, Mick Stupp, is a comedian and performer of serious talent and creativity. He delivers the messages of his corporate clientele through a mix of storytelling, interaction and humour that leaves his audience in fits of laughter. Andrew’s highly polished, satirical humour, and unique ability to engage and educate have earned him many repeat performances across Australia including his standing as preferred MC for the West Australian Symphony. |
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| John McGrath |
Real Estate Entrepreneur
Starting as a rental clerk, John has worked his way up to become one of the most influential people in Australian property. His business turnover is in the Billions. Working hard and working smart has been his trademark, always looking to find a competitive edge or a better way of serving his customers. His staff training and loyalty are legendary. His engaging presentation espouses the principles of his sucess from both financial and spiritual perspectives. |
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| Mark McKeon |
Peak Performance & Time Management Expert
If a balanced and high performing lifestyle seems to evade you, then Mark McKeon will show you just how attainable that lifestyle can be. Mark deals his tried and tested hand of conference, training and coaching services to global organisations with long lasting and powerful results. A former AFL player, fitness coach and motivator, Mark courted high performance on the field for more than 18 years. Now, in addition to the success of his consultancy, Mark is a celebrated author and consulting editor for the Australian and UK editions of Ultra-Fit Magazine. His energy, experience and insight are a celebrated formula for personal success. |
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| Major General Jim Molan |
Defence Force Leader
Retiring from The Australian Army in July 2008 after 40 years service, Major General Molan has seen service across a broad range of command appointments in operations, training and diplomatic genres. US Ambassador Negroponte wrote, “Molan excelled as a soldier diplomat in the complicated political and military environment of Iraq....he provided the wise counsel and strong leadership necessary for our success in creating a democratic, secure and free Iraq....Major General Molan literally made history and helped reshape the Middle East.” Fluent in Indonesian, a helicopter pilot, Commander of an Infantry Battalion, Commander of Australian Defence Colleges, service in East Timor and Solomon Islands all provided the necessary training and experience when in his posting to Iraq was promulgated. Major General Molan was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross by the Australian Government and the Legion of Merit by the United States Government.
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| David Parkin |
Champion AFL Coach and Business Leader
Regarded as one of Australia’s most powerful, intelligent and compelling business/motivational speakers, David Parkin’s story chronicles a rich tapestry of experiences in the business arena, in addition to his well known achievements in the fields of sport and academia. Described as one of the super-coaches of the 70's, and 80's, David’s innovative coaching techniques saw him preside over a swathe of AFL victories. An outstanding all-round achiever, David is now an accomplished lecturer and author who channels his considerable talents into sharing the secrets of success of top companies and coaches. |
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| Alan Patching |
Business Leadership Guru
With a global reputation for expert project and business leadership, and more than $8 billion worth of successful contracts to his name, Alan Patching’s forte lies in challenging and inspiring existing and potential leaders to embrace change and foster innovation. He emphasises the importance of purpose based passion within organisations to provide a greater sense of satisfaction for their people and increase the potential for higher profit for shareholders. Dubbed a masterful platform presenter, Alan’s presentations are an engaging fusion of down-to-earth wisdom and progressive theories, delivered with energy, anecdotes and humour. |
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| Jim Penman |
Founder - Jim’s Mowing
Australian’s will have seen the iconic green vehicles of Jim’s Mowing moving about their communities, and may have even enlisted their services. Beginning with just $24 and overdue rent looming, today there are over 2000 franchises throughout Australasia and Canada and the business enjoys an annual growth of 15%. The lynch pin of Jim’s success is a focus on service and the right staff. |
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