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Key Points for Glenn Mitchell
* A 21-year veteran of the ABC and one of Australia’s most experienced and versatile sports broadcasters, covered four Olympic and Commonwealth Games, nearly 200 cricket internationals and over 900 AFL matches
* Provides a wonderful insight into the world of elite sport and sports broadcasting with a large dose of humour
* Speaks poignantly, openly and with humour about his battle with mental illness and suicide. Truly uplifting
* Regularly writes for international websites and newspapers
* Works regularly with major companies, corporations and community groups delivering the message of suicide prevention
* Major public speaking clients: Chevron, Melbourne Grammar School, Cricket Club of India, Wellington College (Berkshire, England), CPA State Congress, Adelaide Cricket Society, Landmark, CBH, Western Australian Football Commission, King Wood & Mallesons Lawyers, Lavan Legal, Lifeline
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Testimonials for Glenn Mitchell
“Former ABC broadcaster Glenn Mitchell received a standing ovation at the Men in Black Ball for his moving story about his struggle with depression. He revealed he was so close to taking his own life that he’d said a final farewell to his five-year-old son as he dropped him off at school …”
The Sunday Times, 10 June 2012
The Sunday Times, 10 June 2012
“Glenn spoke with no notes for 45 minutes and never missed a beat as he talked about the reasons for Australia’s pre-eminent place in world sport. A riveting presentation laced with anecdotes and humour”
Wellington College, Berkshire, England
Wellington College, Berkshire, England
“A wonderfully insightful and humorous address that had the audience riveted from start to finish”
Adelaide Cricket Society
Adelaide Cricket Society
“Glenn’s presentation was great using his experience and knowledge of sport mixed with humour. Importantly he was able to engage the whole audience from all parts of Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Rating: Excellent”
Lisa Lynch, Capricorn Society Limited
Lisa Lynch, Capricorn Society Limited
“We appreciated Glenn's professional approach as MC for our Emerging Leaders Program Launch, and his prior preparation. We were very pleased with the outcome of the launch. Excellent MC"
Kim Ellwood, Dept of Sport & Recreation
Kim Ellwood, Dept of Sport & Recreation
"Glenn spoke superbly about the relationship between Australian society and cricket. The audience was hugely impressed by his knowledge and humor"
Cricket Club of India, Mumbai
Cricket Club of India, Mumbai
"Excellent presentation which provided our audience with an entertaining and informative insight into the world of elite sport. We've had much positive comment and feedback from our members and guests"
CPA Australia State Congress
CPA Australia State Congress
“As a host and presenter, Glenn’s professional approach and capacity to engage an audience with his unique blend of humour and wit, are exceptional”
Amanda Wheeler, CEO Lifeline
Amanda Wheeler, CEO Lifeline
"Excellent speaker. Glenn was exactly what we wanted and participated really well”
Clare Thompson, IWIRC Network (WA Branch)
Clare Thompson, IWIRC Network (WA Branch)
"Glenn had our audience captivated. His presentation 'What We Can All Learn from Sport' was excellent."
Stacey Martin, Austnet Real Estate Services Conference
Stacey Martin, Austnet Real Estate Services Conference