Alexander Downer Business, Community, Politics
The Hon Alexander Downer AC was appointed Australian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom in March 2014. Mr Downer has had a long and distinguished political career in Australia, and was until recently the United Nations Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on Cyprus. He joined the Department of Foreign Affairs in 1976 and served at[…] Read More
Peter Beattie Business, Leadership, Politics
Peter Beattie, AC served as the 36th Premier of Queensland from 1998 to 2007 and Leader of the Australian Labor Party in that state from 1996 to 2007. His sweeping victories in the 2001, 2004 and 2006 state elections confirmed him as one of the most electorally successful politicians in Australia. He retired electorally undefeated[…] Read More
Duncan Armstrong Olympian, Sport, Swimming
Duncan Armstrong is an Olympic Gold Medalist, media commentator and corporate speaker. He’s been Young Australian of the Year, has received an Order of Australia Medal and has successfully inspired countless others to achieve their highest corporate and personal goals. Part underdog, part larrikin, part businessman – there’s something about Duncan that appeals to almost[…] Read More
Phil Gould NRL, Sport
Phil Gould is a rugby league great who has starred as a player, commentator, coach and administrator. He is currently the Executive General Manager of rugby league for Penrith, a commentator for Channel Nine and a writer for Fairfax Media. Following his 10-year playing career, Phil would coach at club level before becoming New South[…] Read More
Avril Henry Business, Finance
Avril Henry is the founder of the Sydney-based management consultancy firm Avril Henry Pty Ltd and an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, author, coach and provocateur, who is passionate about diversity, and transforming old leadership models and workplace practices. Avril Henry graduated from the University of Cape Town in Accounting and Economics, migrating to Australia in[…] Read More
Sir Richard Branson Business, Entrepreneur
Sir Richard Branson is the founder and president of Virgin Group. One of the world’s most recognized and respected brands, Virgin has expanded into air and rail travel, hospitality and leisure, telecommunications, health and clean energy through more than 300 companies in 30 countries. Branson’s Virgin Group now holds more than 200 companies in more[…] Read More
Christine Nixon Business, Teamwork
The former Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police, Ms Nixon was appointed in February 2009 to chair the Victorian Bushfire Reconstruction and Recovery Authority and tasked with the oversight and coordination of the largest recovery and rebuilding program Victoria has ever faced. Under Christine’s leadership, the Authority worked with communities, businesses, charities, local councils and other[…] Read More
Rod Macqueen Rugby, Sport
Rod Macqueen is a supremely talented individual that has navigated both sport and business worlds with aplomb. Known for his unorthodox but effective skill set, he is a lateral thinker and innovator who has been able to unite people and create successful environments that allow individuals to realise their potential. Rod coached the New South[…] Read More
Ange Postecoglou Soccer, Sport
Angelos Postecoglouis the head coach of Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur. He is the most successful Australian club coach with two premierships, four championships and a continental title. He began his career at the South Melbourne Soccer Club playing in the National Soccer League in 1984, where he remained for his career, captaining the side from 1988 through[…] Read More
Mal Meninga, AM NRL, Sport
Mal Meninga is a champion of Rugby League who now serves as the coach of the Kangaroos. Mal’s coaching and business skills have made him an in-demand corporate speaker who has plenty of stories to tell. For 15 years, Mal was known for his power, pace, handling and incredible goal-kicking prowess. He is remembered as[…] Read More
Ben Roberts-Smith Business, Military
Ben Roberts-Smith VC, MG is a former Australian soldier and a recipient of the Victoria Cross for Australia, the highest award in the Australian honours system. At the time, his Victoria Cross, together with his Medal for Gallantry (awarded for actions during a tour of Afghanistan in 2006), made Roberts-Smith the most highly decorated member[…] Read More
Gai Waterhouse Business, Horse Racing
Gai is an icon in Australian racing; one of the most successful horse trainers in this country. A 15-year apprenticeship with her legendary horse trainer father TJ Smith gave her the invaluable experience of organising and running effectively a major racing stable that now houses up to 150 horses in full work. It is one[…] Read More
