Brett Murray OAM is an award‑winning Australian keynote speaker, author, activist and CEO/co‑founder of the Make Bullying History (Safeheart) Foundation and is a 5 x nominee for Australian of the Year.

A survivor of chronic childhood bullying, Brett has presented to over half a million students, teachers and parents, and in 2024 was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to children. He combines lived experience with 30+ years of public speaking and community leadership to deliver a message he calls “Inspired Resilience.”

Brett is an internationally published author with 6 titles to his credit.

An accomplished Ironman triathlete – the world’s only “anti‑bully triathlete”— Brett Murray uses endurance sport as a living metaphor for the long‑term discipline required to eradicate bullying and build durable character. His talks translate Ironman lessons into practical tools: focus as the engine of change; thoughts shaping actions and actions shaping reality; the life‑and‑death power of language; the freedom in forgiveness; and the importance of community, conviction and knowing your worth. He emphasizes that your past does not define your future and that changing the lenses through which you see life unlocks new possibilities. Murray’s influence spans schools, corporations, Police and government, where he has helped shape policy, transformed community engagement programs and mentored thousands to grow resilience.

Brett designed and delivered (in partnership with Cronulla Sharks) The Sharks Make Bullying History initiative 2015 – 2022, which was awarded NSW Health and well-being program of the year on 2018, where he also mentored many NRL Players.

A Former high-performance athlete in sports besides Triathlon including Boxing, Rugby League, and current surfing brand Ambassador. Brett draws from all these sporting disciplines to share real life anecdotes that are applicable in all spheres of life and business.

Brett has written and produced TV series and Documentaries for Australian and New Zealand television Networks.

Brett has spoken at the National Press Club in Canberra and The Grand Hall in Parliament House, he has spoken on Stage at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney and shared that stage with some of the world’s most influential speakers.

Brett Murray is an inspirational speaker for all major events, conferences, team building and high-performance clientele globally.

Key Speaking Topic

Inspired Resilience – From Bullied Student to OAM Recipient, Champion Athlete, Entrepreneur & Advocate

Once chronically bullied, Brett became a state champion across five sports (including NSW State Boxing Champion), the world’s only anti-bullying triathlete, founder of a registered charity, creator and star of a national TV series, writer/director/producer/author, five-time Australian of the Year nominee, and recipient of the OAM.

Why Brett connects with corporate audiences

• Authentic story of resilience and high performance that motivates teams and leaders.
• Credibility across sport, media, philanthropy and entrepreneurship — practical insights, not abstract platitudes.
• Relatable lessons grounded in lived experience and measurable achievement.

Popular keynote themes

• Resilience & Mental Toughness: Turning setbacks into sustained performance.
• Leadership & Culture: “You can’t lead where you won’t go” — modelling behaviour, building trust and integrity.
• High Performance Habits: “Talent gets you to the top; character keeps you there.”
• Wellbeing & Anti-Bullying: Practical strategies to create psychologically safe workplaces.
• Purpose-Driven Teams: Aligning vision with action — “vision comes with provision.”

Audience outcomes

• Clear, actionable mindset shifts and practical tools for daily leadership.
• Enhanced team cohesion, accountability and work ethic.
• Renewed focus on self-worth, integrity and long-term performance.

Format options

• Keynote, fireside chat, workshop breakout, or panel participation. Virtual and in-person available.