Raw, Real and truly Inspiring

Keynote Speaker on Resilience, Leadership & Purpose

Michael Crossland empowers organisations worldwide with his remarkable story of resilience and impact. Through his unique insights on mindset and purpose, he inspires teams to embrace change with confidence, unlock their true potential, and achieve extraordinary results.

Turning Adversity into Advantage
Michael Crossland delivers unforgettable keynotes that transform challenges into opportunities. With over 900,000 people inspired worldwide and a viral video reaching more than 88 million views, he empowers organisations to build resilience, embrace change, and achieve extraordinary success. Having shared the stage with global icons including Sir Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama, Michael’s message continues to ignite determination and unlock human potential across the globe.

Born with a life-threatening illness and spending nearly a quarter of his life in hospital, Michael defied the odds to achieve remarkable success in both business and sport. From representing Australia in his chosen sport to holding an executive role by age 23, his story is a testament to resilience, perspective, and unwavering purpose.

Today, Michael is an international best-selling author in six countries, founder of a children’s orphanage and school in Haiti, and one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the world. His powerful presentations go beyond inspiration, equipping leaders and teams with practical strategies to thrive through adversity, strengthen culture, and create lasting impact.

If your organisation is looking for a keynote speaker who moves hearts and drives meaningful change, Michael Crossland delivers an experience your people will never forget. Book Michael today to inspire resilience, purpose, and extraordinary results in your workplace.

Why book Michael Crossland for your next event

⇒ Gain proven strategies to transform adversity into opportunity, equipping leaders and teams with resilience, adaptability, and purpose-driven performance.

⇒ Inspire your workforce to embrace change with confidence, building stronger, more engaged, and future-ready teams that thrive under pressure.

⇒ Inspired over 900,000 people worldwide, proving his ability to captivate audiences and deliver lasting impact for organizations globally.

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NO ONE WILL EVER TELL you WHAT YOU CAN DO, THEY'LL ONLY TELL YOU WHAT YOU CAN'T

In the last five years, Mike has presented to over 600,000 people from all walks of life around the world.  He has spoken to corporates from all backgrounds, Juvenile Detention Centres in Texas, September 11 victims, elite athletes across the globe and, through his numerous charities, including the Make a Wish Foundation, has given hope and strength to many people facing life threatening illnesses.

The award-winning documentary on his life, by ABC’s Australian Story, has been viewed by over 4 million people, and in 2016 he released his first tell-all autobiography, which is now a best seller across 6 different countries. In June 2017 he featured on MTVs funny show ridiculousness in the USA with over 3 million viewers and was one of the queens baton bearers for the 2018 commonwealth games! If that’s not enough a recent video of him speaking in LA has been viewed by more than 51 million people.

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3 weeks ago

Michael Crossland
Speaking today to our Winter Olympic Athletes was an absolute honour.In the room were gold medallists, athletes who fell short of their goals, and others recovering from injury. A mix of pride, pain, hope and determination all in one space.To be invited into that environment, to share vulnerably, and to feel their engagement and openness was truly special. Moments like this remind me why I do what I do.Grateful for the opportunity, and inspired by every athlete in that room ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

Michael Crossland
Teaching the kids the power of hard work today… and don’t worry, we moved them well off the side of the road after this video!They picked pecan nuts, weighed them, bagged them, created a little sign and set up out the front of my mate’s house. They wanted to quit more than once, but we kept reminding them that good things take time.After 45 minutes of nothing… our first customer arrived. Then another. And another. Cars were beeping, people waving, and the kids beaming with pride.Such a beautiful lesson: don’t quit just before the magic happens. ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

Michael Crossland
Special afternoon with friends and awesome for Lachy and I to catch our first Barra… 89cm beast! ... See MoreSee Less
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