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ICMI's Leadership Speakers have an extensive background in leadership positions and cover a wide variety of leadership topics.

Many of our Leadership Speakers hold CEO positions in successful businesses. They have special insights into what it takes to lead others and how effective leadership creates success in any environment.

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Speaker Peter Alexander Speaker Peter Alexander
Peter Alexander sleepwear has grown from a single man operation on a living room table to an internationally recognised sleepwear business and brand name.
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Speaker Janine Allis Speaker Janine Allis
Janine Allis is the thirty something Founder of Boost Juice Bars Pty Ltd, a business she has established and grown to become the number one juice bar business in the Southern Hemisphere.
Speaker Stan Alves OAM Speaker Stan Alves OAM
Stan Alves OAM is one of the Australian Football League's (AFL) favourite sons.
Speaker Richard Anderson Speaker Richard Anderson
As a qualified Chartered Accountant and prior to founding Jesters, Richard operated his own small business advisory firm and worked for an investment bank in London. 		Speaker John Anderson Speaker John Anderson
At the age of 22, John Anderson took 25 Pounds and an idea, and created a new product, an international brand name and a 300 Million Dollar business. It is an incredible story!
Speaker Eric Bailey Speaker Eric Bailey
Eric Bailey is the perfect combination of personality, humor and expertise. His wealth of knowledge and experience result in powerful, moving and inspiring keynotes that leave his audience in awe. Eric communicates attitude, values and much more to business people at all levels of an organization, and they listen to the man. It’s hard not to when you’re face to face with someone who commands a room both with his voice and personality like very few people can.		 Speaker Peter Baines Speaker Peter Baines
No Time, No Money, No Staff, No Worries!
Speaker Phillip Baker Speaker Phillip Baker
Philip Baker is one of Australia ?s leading speakers, authors and Pastors.		 Speaker Andrew Banks Speaker Andrew Banks
Andrew Banks is one of Australia's most respected business leaders in the global human resources and recruitment industry.
Speaker Ron Barassi Speaker Ron Barassi
Regarded by many people as the greatest ever Australian Rules Coach. 		Speaker Peter Beattie Speaker Peter Beattie
Premier of QLD 1998 - 2007
Speaker Kim Beazley Speaker Kim Beazley
Former Leader of the Opposition and Leader of the Federal Parliamentary Labor Party.		 Speaker Ian Berry Speaker Ian Berry
A leading international business conference and meeting speaker and advisor.
Speaker John Bertrand Speaker John Bertrand
A World Champion and Olympic medallist		 Speaker Michael Bevan Speaker Michael Bevan
The “Pyjama Picasso”, Michael Bevan has cemented his place in Australian cricket history and combined with the pride he feels in representing the country, he makes a perfect sporting role model.
Speaker Janene Blanchfield-Brown Speaker Janene Blanchfield-Brown
Janene was General Manager of The Alannah & Madeline Foundation. Her expertise lies in philanthropy.		 Speaker Peter Bland Speaker Peter Bland
Peter Bland is an inspiring speaker on the stage who draws from his extensive experience in the wilderness and the corporate world.
Speaker Steve Bowman Speaker Steve Bowman
Steven Bowman is sought after as an expert advisor to leading businesses worldwide on conscious leadership, strategic innovation and awakening the power of consciousness within organisations.		 Speaker John Brogden Speaker John Brogden
Former NSW Liberal Leader, John Brogden 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.
Speaker Dr. Ian Brooks Speaker Dr. Ian Brooks
New Zealand's leading business adviser and author		 Speaker John Brown Speaker John Brown
As Minister for Sport and Tourism in the Hawke Ministry, John Brown was the key person who put Australia into its legendary boom in the 1980's.
Speaker John Buchanan Speaker John Buchanan
The most successful Australian cricket coach in history. 		Speaker Vicki Buck Speaker Vicki Buck
A Community Innovation Specialist who was the Mayor of Christchurch, New Zealand, for nine years.
Speaker Ita Buttrose Speaker Ita Buttrose
Ita Buttrose’s extensive and impressive career in print, radio and television turned her into a household name.		 Speaker Margot Cairnes Speaker Margot Cairnes
International Leadership Strategist, Executive Mentor/Advisor, and Accomplished International Author and Speaker
Speaker Duncan Chessell Speaker Duncan Chessell
Duncan Chessell is a modern-day adventurer who lives for the next challenge. A company director, mountain guide, geologist, father, outdoor educator and talented photographer, Duncan’s interests and talents have allowed him to lead a stimulating and full life. All those skills come together to make him an inspiring, well-informed and charismatic speaker.		 Speaker Chin-Ning Chu Speaker Chin-Ning Chu
A unique and highly-regarded speaker who fuses Eastern wisdom with Western practicality.
Speaker Alastair Clarkson Speaker Alastair Clarkson
Coach of AFL club Hawthorn.		 Speaker Bob Congdon Speaker Bob Congdon
Since joining HEWLETT PACKARD COMPANY 25 years ago BOB has held senior support management positions in AUSTRALIA , INDIA, RUSSIA, and SINGAPORE.
Speaker Glenn Cooper Speaker Glenn Cooper
The Executive Chairman and Marketing Director of Coopers Brewery.		 Speaker General Peter Cosgrove Speaker General Peter Cosgrove
Former Australian Chief of Army, General Cosgrove is a highly recognisable Australian, and the 2001 Australian of the Year.
Speaker Rev. Tim Costello Speaker Rev. Tim Costello
Tim Costello is recognised as one of Australia’s leading voices on social justice issues, having spearheaded public debates on gambling, urban poverty, homelessness, reconciliation and substance abuse. 		Speaker Dr Stephen Covey Speaker Dr Stephen Covey
Dr. Covey is the world's foremost authority on personal effectiveness.
Speaker Stefano De Pieri Speaker Stefano De Pieri
Stefano De Pieri is the passionate and charismatic ‘Cook’ from Mildura. 		Speaker Andrew Demetriou Speaker Andrew Demetriou
Andrew Demetriou is the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Football League. For three years prior to this he was the General Manager - Football Operations.
Speaker Ivan Deveson Speaker Ivan Deveson
Ivan Deveson is one of Australia's most respected business leaders....		 Speaker Richard Dore Speaker Richard Dore
Richard joined the team at Proteus as the General Manager of Training in 1998 and with him bought a wealth of knowledge and experience from previous training and development roles.
Speaker Alexander Downer Speaker Alexander Downer
Alexander Downer retired from politics in 2008 after an amazing 24 years. Prior to that he was a highly successful career diplomat. In every respect Alexander Downer has served his country with enormous energy, passion, dedication and integrity.... “For nearly 12 years he strutted the world stage, dining and talking with the most influential politicians in the world.”		 Speaker Mary Dwyer Speaker Mary Dwyer
Mary Dwyer, bright, alive, passionate, motivating, outstanding.
Speaker Rodney Eade Speaker Rodney Eade
In the highly competitive world of professional football, Rodney Eade has carved out a reputation for achieving the best as both a player and a coach.		 Speaker John Eales Speaker John Eales
One of the all-time great rugby players...
Speaker John Elliott Speaker John Elliott
Former Carlton Football Club President		 Speaker Dale Elliott Speaker Dale Elliott
Dale pushes the boundaries of his abilities while sitting in his wheelchair. In doing so, he pushes his audiences to a deeper understanding of their own abilities.
Speaker Elliot Epstein Speaker Elliot Epstein
The CEO Coach		 Speaker Hugh Evans Speaker Hugh Evans
Hugh Evans is 25 years old and already earned the enviable reputation of international humanitarian.
Speaker Frank Farina Speaker Frank Farina
Former Australian Socceroos Coach and player. 		Speaker Morry Fraid Speaker Morry Fraid
Morry Fraid is the joint Managing Director of Spotlight Stores.
Speaker Danny Frawley Speaker Danny Frawley
Danny Frawley had an outstanding career with St Kilda, having played 240 games between 1984 and 1995		 Speaker Adam Gilchrist Speaker Adam Gilchrist
One of the world's most exciting cricketers and the current Australian vice-captain.
Speaker Matthew Gill Speaker Matthew Gill
On Anzac Day 2006 the eyes of the world were on Matthew Gill and his team as they wrestled with the catastrophe of 3 missing miners trapped a kilometre underground.		 Speaker Tim Gill Speaker Tim Gill
Tim Gill has lead and managed teams in high risk and remote locations around the globe. From championship winning yacht racing teams to remote expeditions, Tim has seen teams perform both poorly and successfully within time and high risk parameters.
Speaker Gen. Peter Gration Speaker Gen. Peter Gration
Director of the major Australian industry/technology company, The Tenix Group.		 Speaker Marcia Griffin Speaker Marcia Griffin
Marcia Griffin is one of Australia’s great entrepreneurial women. She successfully built a company called POLA Cosmetics in Australia and has now launched her own skin care range.
Speaker Tom Hafey Speaker Tom Hafey
One of the Super Coaches of the VFL. 		Speaker Lincoln Hall Speaker Lincoln Hall
Lincoln Hall is one of Australia’s best known mountaineers, and the author of Dead Lucky.
Speaker Paul Hanna Speaker Paul Hanna
An outstanding presenters on self-esteem and author of two best-selling books.		 Speaker Michael Harrison Speaker Michael Harrison
Michael Harrison works with business owners and managers who want to maximize the potential of their business.
Speaker Hon. Bob Hawke Speaker Hon. Bob Hawke
Former Prime Minister 		Speaker Don Henry Speaker Don Henry
Don Henry, ACF Executive Director.
Speaker Avril Henry Speaker Avril Henry
Avril Henry Pty Ltd is a management consulting business established in July 2003, focusing on leadership, change management, talent management, diversity, recruitment and retention strategies. In 2008 her business was one of the 5 finalists in the City of Sydney Business of the Year awards.		 Speaker Dr John Hewson Speaker Dr John Hewson
Economic and financial expert with experience in academia, business, government, media and finance.
Speaker Peter Hillary Speaker Peter Hillary
Like his father, Sir Edmund Hillary, Peter has climbed Mt Everest (twice) and has reached the South Pole overland; widely recognised as two of the most significant accomplishments in the world of adventuring and exploration.		 Speaker Fred Hilmer Speaker Fred Hilmer
CEO of John Fairfax Holdings Ltd and highly-experienced professional.
Speaker Sandy Hollway Speaker Sandy Hollway
Former CEO of the Sydney Organising Committe for The Olympic Games and Australian Diplomat. 		Speaker Michael Hourigan Speaker Michael Hourigan
Michael Hourigan is an experienced and sought after international presenter for major conferences and congresses around Australia. In recent times he has delivered over twenty keynote presentations in addition to workshops and seminars in every State in Australia.
Speaker Gary Jackson Speaker Gary Jackson
Singapore based, Gary Jackson is the former Managing Director of Microsoft Australia. 		Speaker Wayne Jackson Speaker Wayne Jackson
Wayne Jackson is best-known for his tenure as the CEO of the Australian Football League.
Speaker Patria Jaffries Speaker Patria Jaffries
After 15 years as an employee Patria decided to start her own business. She just needed one thing - an opportunity. That opportunity came in 1989 in the form of Phil May and Western Roast. 		Speaker Tim Jarvis Speaker Tim Jarvis
Tim is an environmental scientist, explorer, and author whose philosophy is all about living life to the full and experiencing it first hand. He has undertaken unsupported expeditions to some of the world’s most remote regions, including to the South and North Poles, and across Australia’s largest desert, the Great Victoria.
Speaker Dr Phil Jauncey Speaker Dr Phil Jauncey
Dr Phil Jauncey is a keynote speaker and corporate trainer in management, performance psychology, communication, marketing, education and sports psychology. 		Speaker Hon. Jeff Kennett Speaker Hon. Jeff Kennett
Premier of Victoria from 1992 - 1999.
Speaker Ian Kiernan, OA Speaker Ian Kiernan, OA
A greatly influential environmentalist whose leadership is an inspiration to all.		 Speaker Craig Kimberely Speaker Craig Kimberely
Just Jeans was born in 1970. It was a time of transition, a time of restlessness, a time of rebellion.
Speaker Kerry Larkan Speaker Kerry Larkan
Kerry Larkan is an acclaimed Australian consultant, author and international speaker.		 Speaker David Lim Speaker David Lim
David Lim, is best known in Singapore for leading the 1st Singapore Mt Everest Expedition in 1998 which succeeded in placing two members on the summit.
Speaker Claude Lombard Speaker Claude Lombard
Claude Lombard is the Managing Director of "Lombard The Paper People". 		Speaker Craig Lovett Speaker Craig Lovett
The founder and CEO of Cleanevent, a wholly-owned Australian company.
Speaker Mick Malthouse Speaker Mick Malthouse
Current coach for the Collingwood Football team and a prominent figure in the AFL.		 Speaker Bob Mansfield Speaker Bob Mansfield
Current Director & Deputy Chairman, Allco Finance Group Limited, Chairman, Staging Connections Group Limited and Director, Investec Bank Australia Limited
Speaker Nigel Marsh Speaker Nigel Marsh
Nigel speaks from direct personal experience, giving his views on how to get the best out of business, life and those around you.		 Speaker Karen Matthews Speaker Karen Matthews
Karen Matthews has over 22 years experience in national and international retailing, franchising and strategic brand management. Karen recently resigned after 10 years as CEO of skincare company Ella Bache. She is recognized in the business community as an innovative leader with strong operational and strategic skills and operates as she calls it by an intuitive style of values based leadership – a high energy leader, she walks the talk, fights to the death for what she believes in and has a personal mantra to “inspire people to be the best that they can be”.
Speaker Leigh Matthews Speaker Leigh Matthews
A living legend in AFL football, a reknowned superstar coach and an astute tactician. 		Speaker Mark McCrindle Speaker Mark McCrindle
Mark McCrindle was trained as a Psychologist and his research into the emerging global generations is now recognised internationally. Mark is a Social Researcher and he is accredited with the Industry’s highest accreditation Qualified Practicing Market Researcher.
Speaker Lisa McInnes-Smith Speaker Lisa McInnes-Smith
Lisa is one of Australia's most loved female speakers. Her heart-warming message of inspiration captures hearts and changes lives forever. 		Speaker Kim McKay Speaker Kim McKay
Co-founder, Clean Up Australia & Clean Up the World. Kim McKay has worked for over 25-plus on every continent in media, sustainability and social marketing. A highly skilled communicator and entrepreneurial marketer, Kim has created and managed many large scale and visionary international projects.
Speaker Anne McKevitt Speaker Anne McKevitt
From a council flat, to leaving school at fifteen, to surviving a horrific accident, to becoming a CEO and a recognised leader in business, Anne KcKevitt's story is inspirational. 		Speaker Jon Messinger Speaker Jon Messinger
A CEO who makes the impossible possible.
Speaker Bob Miller Speaker Bob Miller
Bob Miller is best known as the man behind the classic 'Oh what a feeling' for the Toyota campaign.		 Speaker Tony Mowbray Speaker Tony Mowbray
The 'Power of Commitment' enabled Tony Mowbray to weather storms and become the fastest Australian to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world.
Speaker Jonar Nader Speaker Jonar Nader
Australia?s only ?Post-Tentative Virtual-Surrealist?		 Speaker Prof. Bob Nordlinger Speaker Prof. Bob Nordlinger
Commands an international reputation as a consultant in strategic management.
Speaker Jamling Tenzing Norgay Speaker Jamling Tenzing Norgay
Jamling's father was Tenzing Norgay, the sherpa who summitted Mount Everest with Sir Emund Hillary in 1953.		 Speaker Mike O'Hagan Speaker Mike O'Hagan
In 1985 Mike & Linda O'Hagan started Mini Movers with just $200 and a Ute. The Company has continually experienced very strong growth, and today, proudly employs over 150 people.
Speaker Chris O'Hanlon Speaker Chris O'Hanlon
A well known commentator on issues affecting the Arts and Commerce on the Net. 		Speaker John O'Shea Speaker John O'Shea
A persuasive salesman to the core, John O'Shea advanced from junior salesman at HJ Heinz in South Wales in 1960 to General Manager of Power Brewing in Brisbane in 1992. He is now a business consultant specialising in sales, marketing and motivation.
Speaker Ross Oakley Speaker Ross Oakley
Ross Oakley is former CEO of the Australian Football League (AFL). During his ten year leadership the AFL was involved in possibly more change and development than any other organisation throughout Australia. 		Speaker Joshua Owen Speaker Joshua Owen
One of Australia's most successful Corporate Strategists.
Speaker David Parkin Speaker David Parkin
Extensive sporting experience makes David Parkin an authority on issues involved with motivation, leadership and teamwork.		 Speaker Alan Patching Speaker Alan Patching
Alan Patching is internationally regarded as one of Australia's most outstanding leaders, consultants and business presenters in his field. He has been described as the Australian project and business leadership guru.
Speaker Des Penny Speaker Des Penny
As a motivational speaker Des is recognised as an entrepreneur in his field, with a passion for working with his team to build benchmark centres, where leaders and managers can experience positive personal growth. 		Speaker Derek Percival Speaker Derek Percival
Derek's experience in the field of personal and professional development spans 12 years.
Speaker Tanya Perry Speaker Tanya Perry
Tanya’s diverse experience and exceptional communication skills as a professional public speaker and facilitator cover a wide range of topics.		 Speaker Daniel Petre Speaker Daniel Petre
Former Managing Director of Australia for Microsoft and currently Managing Director of E-corp.
Speaker Tom Potter Speaker Tom Potter
An innovator and leader - people, persistence, success... 		Speaker Shane Radbone Speaker Shane Radbone
Shane Radbone has achieved a lot in 36 Years. Beginning with his AFL career at 19; starting his own company, EFM at 20 and becoming CEO of the Wendy's Group at 29.
Speaker Marlee Ranacher Speaker Marlee Ranacher
Marlee speaks on her role as one of Australia's new breed of businesswomen, operating successfully in the harsh remote conditions of Australia's outback that most of us could never contemplate.		 Speaker Rob Redenbach Speaker Rob Redenbach
Former Body Guard to Nelson Mandela....
Speaker Reverend Funk & The Horns of Salvation Speaker Reverend Funk & The Horns of Salvation
This is truly one of Australia?s BEST major corporate live acts. 		Speaker Peter Ritchie Speaker Peter Ritchie
Peter was the first employee of McDonald's Australia and the first employee of the McDonald's system outside North America.
Speaker Rachael Robertson Speaker Rachael Robertson
Only the second women to lead a team at the Davis Base in Antartica		 Speaker Julia Ross Speaker Julia Ross
Julia Ross is the founding Managing Director of Australia's largest independent recruitment company.
Speaker Katherine Sampson Speaker Katherine Sampson
Founder & Managing Director of Healthy Habits which currently has 23 stores nationally and since 2004 the business has achieved growth of over 800 per cent.		 Speaker Bob Savage Speaker Bob Savage
One of Australia's most authoritative corporate advisers and speakers, with 35 years international experience.
Speaker Dr. Paul Scully-Power Speaker Dr. Paul Scully-Power
Dr Scully-Power is generally known as Australia’s first astronaut, having flown aboard Challenger on the 13th flight of the Space Shuttle.		 Speaker Tim Shaw Speaker Tim Shaw
Tim Shaw is Australia's best known contemporary salesman. He's a real 'Best Seller'.
Speaker Kevin Sheedy Speaker Kevin Sheedy
KEVIN SHEEDY is one of the Australian Football League’s most enduring figures. A player and coach over five decades, Kevin has an unsurpassed record of involvement in a 1000 games and eight premierships.		 Speaker Michael Sherlock Speaker Michael Sherlock
Michael Sherlock put together a consortium to buy the company at a par value of shares at 1c each. Under Michael’s leadership initially as a director responsible for property leases, franchise recruitment and in this decade as CEO, Brumby’s underwent an incredible transformation.
Speaker Bob Simpson Speaker Bob Simpson
Champion Test cricketer who captained Australia for five years. 		Speaker Steve Simpson Speaker Steve Simpson
Dynamic international speaker and author.
Speaker David Smorgon Speaker David Smorgon
Senior executive and director for 25 years and now, the President of the Western Bulldogs football club. 		Speaker Phil Smyth Speaker Phil Smyth
The Adelaide coach has proven that he is every bit as successful as a coach as he was as a player.
Speaker Bruce Sullivan Speaker Bruce Sullivan
Bruce is a relationship specialist and focuses on three key areas, Service and Sales, Change Management and Personal Leadership. 		Speaker Anthony Toop Speaker Anthony Toop
In 1985 Anthony Toop launched a real estate company from his home in Toorak Gardens, South Australia with his wife Sylvia. From the outset, Anthony and Sylvia were determined to create the best real estate company in the country and to set new industry standards.
Speaker Bill Vis Speaker Bill Vis
Bill Vis commenced mowing lawns as “Bill Vis Lawn Mowing Service” part-time to supplement income his income in 1972 – the beginnings of the VIP Home Services enterprise which is now a household name in Australia, and one of the largest and longest running franchises.		 Speaker Max Walker Speaker Max Walker
Max Walker has travelled an amazing journey from schoolboy sporting prodigy to one of the most recognisable faces and voices in Australia.
Speaker Richard Watson Speaker Richard Watson
Richard Watson is the founder of nowandnext.com, a website that documents new ideas, innovations and trends from around the world. 		Speaker Keran Wicks Speaker Keran Wicks
Keran is the founder and Managing Director of Network Video, one of the leading players in Australia's $1 billion DVD industry.
Speaker Belinda Yabsley Speaker Belinda Yabsley
Starting in the automotive industry as a receptionist in country NSW, Belinda went on to become the youngest Branch Manager of a Mercedes-Benz owned dealership in Australia, and the first female to be recruited for this position.