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| Yvonne Bornstein |
True Story of Kidnap
Yvonne Bornstein is a corporate executive. a wife, a mother and a kidnap victim. She is now an author of her biography 'Eleven Days of Hell' a terrifyingly true story of kidnap, torture and dramatic rescue by the FBI and KGB. Through her own research into the confidential case, Bornstein skillfully weaves a heart-thumping narrative of drama and intrigue worthy of a top-notch spy novel. |
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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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| George Negus |
Journalist and TV Host
George covered most news desks in a variety of locations as he worked his way up as a journalist. But it's his TV roles for which he is best known including Sixty Minutes, Foreign Correspondent, This Day Tonight, and The Today Show. Never frightened to ask the tough question when it needed to be asked, George made many friends and a few enemies with his forthright manner. He can talk with great authority on a range of local and global events and is an excellent emcee, interviewer or product launch presenter. |
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| Rob Redenbach |
Streetwise Leadership
Rob Redenbach excels in blending the art of self defence and psychology, then serves it in a dynamic and meaningful style. Consultant, author and former Australian Army solider, Rob has taught self defence to specialised defence outfits and law enforcement professionals including Nelson Mandela’s Presidential Protection Unit, British and European special forces, and protection teams in both Iraq and for the 2000 Sydney Olympics. He successfully transfers the psychology of high risk situations into the workplace, demonstrating the value of using brains rather than brawn in conflict. |
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| Dr Keith Suter |
International Affairs Commentator
Best known for his expert commentary role on global affairs on the Seven Sunrise program, Keith is a huge thinker. His depth of understanding of global issues, terrorism, law, cultures, and business is extraordinary. He's a leading academic and member of the exclusive 'Club of Rome'with only 100 members which include Mikhail Gorbachev, Bill Gates and Al Gore. He was voted 'Australian Communicator of the Year in 2004. |
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| Prof Fiona Wood FRACS AM |
Burns Specialist
Prof Fiona Wood, an established plastic surgeon and mother of six, became world renowned for her patented invention of spray on skin for burns victims. Her exceptional skill and leadership received deserved praise in 2002 when she and her team at Royal Perth Hospital treated the largest proportion of the Bali bombings survivors. This highlighted the ground breaking research into burns treatment taking place in Western Australia and subsequently led to Fiona receiving the 2005 Australian of the Year Award.
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