
Are you looking for a speaker with exciting first-hand experience and an engaging narrative for your event? These Australian speakers offer a great range of experience as well as excellent story-telling skills on geopolitics, resilience and leadership.
David Irvine: Geopolitics Expert
- Former Australian Ambassador to China—has extensive knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region
- Diplomat with over 12 years of domestic and foreign affairs experience
- Discusses national security issues including counter-terrorism and espionage
Derrick McManus: Former Police Sniper and Expert on Peak Performance
- Was shot in the line of duty and managed to remain conscious as he waited three hours for a rescue team. A truly remarkable story as he had been shot 14 times.
- Shares insight on managing risk and preparing physically, mentally, and emotionally to take command of situations that seem uncontrollable
- Uses emotional anecdotes to instill the need to balance “planning for tomorrow while living for today”
Lisa McInnes-Smith: Transformational Coach and Leadership Expert
- Background in sports psychology and peak performance
- Discusses reframing narratives, setting achievable goals, and solving problems
- Delivers a speech that is both dynamic and engaging.
Each has charisma and a fantastic delivery. If you’d like more information on David, Derrick, or Lisa, please fill out the form below.







