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| Frank Abagnale |
The “Great Impostor”
Subject of the best-selling book and subsequent movie “Catch Me If You Can”, the “Great Impostor”, Frank Abagnale is one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement and secure documents. In his teenage years Frank posed as a pilot, assistant attorney-general, a college professor and a paediatrician. Since serving just five years of his sentence he emerged to write policies and procedures for the reduction of white-collar crime with the US government, Frank today consults and lectures world-wide and his fraud prevention programmes are used by more than 14,000 organisations. |
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| Phillip Adams |
Australia’s Finest Media Figures and Intellectuals
Phillip Adams is truly a National Living Treasure. Scores of honours and awards lay testament to his immense contribution to Australian media, arts and social innovation, and he remains amongst this country’s most influential intellectuals. Phillip is a widely respected broadcaster, filmmaker, author, archaeologist, controversialist, social commentator and satirist who has been described as ‘the most remarkable broadcaster in the history of this country’ (Robert Manne, The Monthly). Thousands of the world’s most prominent people have met with Phillip’s microphone, and his radio shows beam to millions around the world. |
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| Stephanie Alexander |
Chef & Food Writer
Stephanie Alexander is a well regarded Melbourne chef and owner of award winning Melbourne restaurants Stephanie’s in Fitzroy and Hawthorn East. She has received a number of personal awards including the first ever Special Crown awarded by the Age Good Food Guide for personal distinction. Stephanie is a champion for the quality and diversity of Australian food, a published writer and lobbyist for kitchen garden programs in Victorian primary schools.
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| Graeme Alford |
Customer Service Expert
Graeme Alford is one this Australia’s foremost authorities on Customer Service. Having spent years with Bob Ansett at Budget Rent a Car his passion for the customer has no bounds.
Graeme Alford is the author of the 6 module video series “Legendary Customer Service” and is the permanent guest columnist in The Customer Service Bulletin. Graeme Alfordwas an inaugural member of the executive that set up the Australian Customer Service Association in 1990.
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| Bettina Arndt |
Sex Therapist & Journalist
Bettina came to prominence in the 70’s editing Forum, an adult sex education magazine. After the close of Forum in 1981 Bettina moved in to writing about broader social issues, particularly male-female relationships in The Australian, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Known for her controversial and bold statements, Bettina is often invited to participate on government committee’s and in radio interviews. She encourages lively debate and controversy.
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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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| Ita Buttrose |
Icon of Australian Media
Businesswoman, journalist, author and leader in health advocacy, Ita Buttrose is a household name in Australia. The youngest-ever Editor of The Australian Women’s Weekly at just 33 years of age, Ita went on to become the Editor-in-Chief of Sydney’s Daily & Sunday Telegraphs, and was appointed to the board of News Ltd. Australia. Impressive accomplishments by any standard but holding greater significance by her being the first woman to hold both positions. Today, Ita continues to appear on television as a social commentator, is Editor-at-Large for OK! Magazine and champions numerous medical education and health care initiatives for which she is highly awarded. |
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| Matt Church |
Passion and Productivity
Matt Church has made it his mission to help you feel good. Drawing on an academic background in applied science and human performance, Matt has carved out a niche studying work-life balance, and delivering practical solutions for people to live the lives they deserve. Matt channels his findings into the popular Fix How You Feel series of books. A highly awarded and commanding speaker, Matt presents widely, and passionately, about his work. |
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| Hon Peter Costello |
Australian Treasurer
The path of politics is not easy; requiring a formidable personality to navigate its many challenges. Peter Costello is just that personality. His 1990 election as MP for Higgins evolved into Liberal Party Deputy Leader (1994), setting the scene for his 1996 transition to Federal Treasurer. It’s in this role Peter enacted his greatest achievements, guiding Australia through significant financial reform including the elimination of Commonwealth debt worth $96 billion; introduction of the GST and cutting income and company taxes, to name but a few. Peter’s best selling memoir recounts his illustrious national and international career and he today continues that contribution as a member of the Independent Advisory Board to the World Bank. |
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| Earl de Blonville |
Arctic Explorer
Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, London, Earl draws on an extraordinary breadth of leadership experience from corporate coaching to wilderness expeditions, delivering valuable new ideas that are guaranteed to challenge and inspire; even change the culture and future of your enterprise. Earl’s unique insights come from being both leader and survivor at the outer edge of human endurance. He introduces valuable lessons from little-known stories of superhuman achievements in the wilderness and from his doctoral research into the stories behind history’s most important leaders.
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| Melissa Doyle |
Seven’s Sunrise
Journalist, author, television presenter and ambassador for working mum’s, Melissa Doyle has become one of Australia’s best loved TV personalities. You’ll find her co-hosting Seven’s early morning Sunrise program alongside David Koch, or on popular nostalgia show Where Are They Now? The three time Silver Logie nominated presenter is also the author of a weekly column for the Sunday Herald Sun titled Balancing Act. |
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| John Eales |
Wallaby Captain
John Eales has left an indelible mark on the world of Australian rugby and cements his standing as one of the all-time greats. In 1991 John made his debut and quickly followed that same year with his first World Cup winner's medal at age 20. As Wallabies captain he led the team to their second World Cup victory, and holds the record for the highest number of games as captain. A player of outstanding ability, admired coach, and in-demand public speaker, John commands respect as a player and person.
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| Liz Ellis |
Captain - Aust. Netball
One of Australia’s most successful athletes, Liz has enjoyed a stellar netball career as captain of Australia and the Sydney Swifts. Her honours include two Commonwealth Games gold medal wins, and a World Championship. Liz plies her talents off-court running netball clinics, sits on several sports related boards and Australian’s will have seen her endorsing products on their television screens. She is also an author of her trade and is an engaging motivating and entertaining speaker.
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