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Looking for an engaging IMD event speaker?

From motivational keynote addresses to engaging niche topic experts, a great speaker transforms an event. Some speakers charge fees and some volunteer at no cost. Contact speakers directly to negotiate. The speakers listed on this page can be booked via ICMI, an Australian talent agency for speakers, entertainers and hosts.

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Sam Parker | Men's Mental Health

Sam Parker

Men's Mental Health
Sam Parker is the founder of Grab Life By The Balls, a grassroots movement dedicated to improving men’s health through fostering mateship and social connection. With eight years of experience, Sam has delivered approachable, data-informed workshops in industries like construction, mining, automotive, and retail, making tough topics accessible and relevant.
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Glen Poole | Men's Health, Suicide Prevention

Glen Poole

Men's Health, Suicide Prevention
Glen Poole is an international speaker and media commentator on men's issues and founder of the Stop Male Suicide project. He is currently the CEO of the Australian Men's Health Forum, and is responsible for AMHF's work to increase awareness, knowledge and understanding of men's health issues among the health sector, policty-makers, the media and the general public. 
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Thomas Docking | Perinatal Mental Health

Thomas Docking

Perinatal Mental Health
A visionary leader and advocate for equitable relationships and paternal involvement in perinatal mental health, Thomas Docking, founder of Dads Group and Man with a Pram, has dedicated over a decade to pioneering research-informed programs that enhance the well-being of fathers, mothers, and infants.
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Jonathan Bedloe | Men's Mental Health

Jonathan Bedloe

Men's Mental Health
Jonathan Bedloe has worked with communities, businesses and people in the areas of suicide prevention, men’s health and wellbeing, and community development for over 20 years.
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James Peach | Mental Health and Resilience Expert

James Peach

Mental Health and Resilience Expert
One of the UK’s most sought after mental health and resilience experts, James Peach is a force of nature. He’s on a mission to end the 125 lives lost to suicide each week with active mental health awareness and advocacy as an ambassador for CALM.
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Mark McConville | Suicide Prevention Advocate

Mark McConville

Suicide Prevention Advocate
As a full-time comedian with a master’s degree in Suicidology, Mark Conville brings a unique approach to leading conversations around mental health. His Laughter Clinic presentations and workshops are reshaping conversations about mental health around Australia, from Men’s Sheds to Mining Companies.
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Dean Yates | Workplace Mental Health Expert

Dean Yates

Workplace Mental Health Expert
A 26 year career working Reuters saw Dean Yates leading teams that covered the Bali bombings, the Boxing Day tsunami, and the Iraq War. He also created a mental health strategy for the international news service and today is a passionate and insightful advocate for men’s mental health.
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Craig Hamilton | Leading Mental Health Advocate

Craig Hamilton

Leading Mental Health Advocate
After suffering a psychotic episode in public, respected sports broadcaster Craig Hamilton was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 Disorder. Rising up out of the traumatic experience, it encouraged him to speak up and challenge the stigma around mental health issues facing men while sharing his lived experience.
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Anthony Hart | Lived Experience, Suicide Prevention

Anthony Hart

Lived Experience, Suicide Prevention
Suicide survivor Anthony Hart tells his story with a no nonsense, inspirational approach that stays with audiences. He takes you behind closed doors to the journey to and from suicide, how he turned his life around to help others save theirs, and how you can too.
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Craig Hollywood | Motivational Speaker and Entrepreneur

Craig Hollywood

Motivational Speaker and Entrepreneur
Craig Hollywood, an Australian of the Year Award winner, is the visionary behind Short Back and Sidewalks, a social impact movement offering free haircuts and heartfelt conversations to Australia's most vulnerable. Craig is also a charismatic and experienced Master of Ceremonies who effortlessly connects with any audience.
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Gus Worland | Men's Health and Wellness Advocate

Gus Worland

Men's Health and Wellness Advocate
Much loved Australia television and radio host, and passionate advocate for Building the Mental Fitness of all Australians, Gus Worland wants all Australians to have their Gotcha4Life mate.
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Wayne Schwass | Footy legend, Mental Health Advocate

Wayne Schwass

Footy legend, Mental Health Advocate
Footy legend Wayne Schwass is a passionate mental health advocate, specialising in powerful, honest keynotes that aim to eliminate the stigma around men’s mental health. Following his AFL career, he has become a highly respected broadcaster where he advocates for men’s mental health awareness.
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