Ingrid Cumming is a proud Whadjuk Balardong Noongar woman from Fremantle, Western Australia. Ingrid was given the name “Ngoorlak” by her Elders which is the name for the Carnarby Cockatoo, the bringer of rains, healing and change.
Motivational Speakers
Motivational Speakers
Motivational Speakers for hire
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Australian boxing world champion Danny Green is one of the highest profile athletes in the country. His laconic, affable laid back nature outside the ring belies his fierce and intense demeanour inside the ropes, his devastating power and aggressive instincts have earned him the well known moniker ‘The Green Machine’. Available for Keynote speaking, Appearances and Ambassadorships.
Glen Jakovich is a Former AFL Player and a Motivational Speaker. Glen ‘Jako’ Jakovich is a much loved icon in West Australian sporting circles and one of Western Australia’s most respected and celebrated AFL players. Beginning his career with South Fremantle in the WAFL, he was drafted by the West Coast Eagles in 1990 and debuted in 1991.
Shani Graham is an expert facilitator and engaging speaker. She has presented two TEDxPerth talks about geographic community and is excited to talk about many aspects of her fascinating life.
Basketball superstar Andrew Gaze has been making a name for himself in the world of sports since the mid-80s, and now works as a commentator and public speaker. He is professional, witty, and known for spending just as much time mingling with guests as he does on the podium. Proud of his country as well as his career, his life stories and insights into the world of professional sports and public policies are a fantastic addition to events.
Tina Altieri is a dynamic and engaging communicator who has earned respect through her 20 years in the Australian broadcast news business. As a journalist and T.V presenter, Tina has developed exclusive, results-oriented communication programs for professionals seeking the skills, strategies and confidence for powerful public presentations and media interviews. Tina is invited regularly as a professional speaker at conferences in Australia and worldwide – speaking on leadership and communication, presentation techniques and engaging the media. Above all Tina is passionate about the art of communication and how it impacts on winning business, keeping business and building great relationships.
Ernie Dingo has earned enormous respect as a performer capable of extraordinary versatility. His talents as an actor, television host, reporter and comedian have made him one of Australia’s best known and most loved performers.
Eddie Betts played 350 games of professional Australian Rules football in a career that lasted 17-years across two clubs – Carlton & Adelaide. Eddie is passionate about working with organisations to create culturally safe spaces for Mob to live, work and learn, while making opportunities for Aboriginal youth to thrive in education and sport.
John ‘Woosha’ Worsfold is probably best known as the senior coach of the West Coast Eagles, a role he held from 2002 until he retired at the end of 2013. At the end of the 2012 season, he had overtaken Mick Malthouse as the team’s longest serving coach. John is now an entertaining motivational speaker who talks about team work, team building and achieving and maintaining goals. Using anecdotes to entertain and educate his audiences, his goal is to effect cultural and behavioural change within an organisation.
Heath Black, a former AFL star for the Fremantle Dockers, is now a staunch advocate for mental health and sought-after high profile speaker. Originally from Victoria, Heath Black moved to Western Australia and started with AFL team Fremantle Dockers as a 17-year-old in 1997, moving to St Kilda for several years before finishing his career with Fremantle in late 2008. Since retiring from football, Heath has completed his Certificate 4 in Training and Assessment which formally qualifies him to write, facilitate and review his own workshops. In February 2012, Heath became an Ambassador for Headspace, the National Youth Mental Health Foundation.
Matt Hale Comedy Hypnotist – Fresh from sellout shows at Perth Fringe Festival! A fun, tasteful show that gets your audience laughing and involved. Guaranteed to amaze and not offend Matthew’s unique show will have your audiences raving about your event for years. The participants are treated with respect and appreciation – in fact ,they have the most fun out of everyone!!
Rachel Tomlinson is a registered psychologist, author and speaker known for translating complex human behaviour into insights that people can actually use in their everyday lives.
Stephanie Dey is extremely passionate about supporting women with their health journey and supporting them with the tools to head back into life and thrive.
Rodney Hogg – Cricket Personality, Speaker & MC. Former Australian fast bowler and Ashes star, renowned for his pace, precision, and match-winning performances. Today, he shares insights on leadership, resilience, and performing under pressure, with humour and firsthand experience from the highest levels of cricket.
Matthew Lloyd is a former professional Australian rules footballer, who played a total of 270 games for the Essendon Football Club, kicking an amazing 926 goals in total. Matthew Lloyd is recognised as one of the greatest forwards of all time, placing 8th in the all-time leading goal-kicker’s list. Matthew Lloyd’s experience in the media world and his public speaking experience over the last 20 years, makes him a confident and experienced speaker perfect for your next event.
Preston Campbell – NRL Star, Influential Sporting Ambassador & Voice for Mental Health. Following a successful NRL career Preston Campbell is a popular indigenous ambassador and voice for mental health and those suffering depression after stepping forward to share his own personal experiences.
Anthony Ackroyd is the Creator and CEO of Feel Betterer and a Professional Motivator through Humour.
Mary Chetcuti is an MC, Speaker and Trauma-Informed Business & Artist Coach. “Clear. Grounded. Soulful. The voice that brings confidence and calm to any room.”
With a football career spanning almost 25 years, Matthew ‘Richo’ Richardson is one of the most humble members of the AFL community. A legend of the game, Matthew Richardson is regarded as one of Richmond’s greatest ever players. He is known for his passion, work ethic, courage, and goal kicking & marking prowess. Post-retirement, his ability to engage, entertain and inspire enabled him to make a successful transition into the media world.
Greg Hire is the former vice captain of the Perth Wildcats basketball team, the 2018 West Australian of the Year Youth Award recipient, founder of “A Stitch in Time” charity organisation, a mental health advocate, and an ambassador for the charity, “Youth Focus”.
From Darkness to Colour: Transforming Pain into Purpose Through Art. Olivia Robinson – her path to art began during a dark period in her life when, as a teenager, she struggled with severe mental health challenges, particularly anorexia.
Originally from Sudan, Mujahid Ahmed is a Sudanese-Australian stand-up comedian, speaker, columnist, and trauma psychologist whose work blends humour, storytelling, and social commentary.
Caroline Ashby is a farmer, mother of two girls and an Ironman athlete (3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42km run) who has successfully completed at the pinnacle of Ironman events including 5 x Hawaii World Championships. Living in a remote area of WA I have beaten the odds to achieve many Ironman titles. Having being struck down with an injury at the beginning of 2019 I have spent the last five years rebuilding my mind, body and soul trying everything holistic ready for the biggest comeback of my life. The essence of my talk is to dream, believe, achieve, remain resilient and grateful for everything you have and remember no matter what your circumstances “Anything is Possible”.
Josh Kennedy is a former professional Australian football player, who played for the West Coast Eagles. Kennedy is highly regarded for his talent on the field and is considered to be amongst the best forwards of the modern generation.
Emma Krause is a stand-up comedian, speaker and former teacher. She is an Australia’s Got Talent finalist and an award-winning performer, having received Fringe World Best Comedy and Broadway Perth – Best Solo Performer honours. She is widely known and recognised for playing Sue Finley, in the Oz Lotto Ads. Emma tours her comedy shows nationally and is known for her ability to make people laugh while quietly shifting the way they see themselves and their possibilities.
Craig Hollywood is CEO & Founder of an Australian Not-for-profit ‘Short Back & Sidewalks’ and last year, was named Western Australia’s Local Hero for 2022 as part of the Australian Of The Year Awards..