Brett Connellan

SURFER, SHARK ATTACK SURVIVOR, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, STORY TELLER

Nothing is more powerful than a second chance at life.

In 2016, Brett Connellan was attacked by a Great White Shark while surfing at Bombo Beach. He lost three-quarters of his left quad, was minutes from death, and was told he might never walk again. But instead of ending his story, it became the start of an extraordinary journey of resilience.

Through an arduous recovery, a single motivating message from a friend, and the decision to fight for something more, Brett defied the odds. Step by step, he not only learned to walk again but returned to surfing, rebuilding his life with clarity and purpose.

Today, Brett Connellan shares his story as a motivational speaker, inspiring audiences with lessons on resilience, perspective, and the power to rise from adversity. His keynote presentations prove that life’s greatest challenges can spark growth, courage, and change.

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“Funny, friendly, down to earth, well executed presentation with a message of such deep magnitude that all can reflect upon towards a more purposeful life.”

— Australian Defence Force

KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS

Keynote Presentations

Brett Connellan is a renowned motivational speaker whose gripping story of surviving a near-fatal shark attack has inspired audiences around the world. His journey from adversity to ambition highlights the true meaning of resilience and personal growth.

Through his keynote presentations, Brett shares powerful lessons in overcoming obstacles, building resilience and finding purpose. His story is more than survival, it’s about using life’s toughest challenges as fuel for transformation.

Whether speaking at conferences, corporate events or schools, Brett Connellan leaves a lasting impact. Audiences walk away inspired and equipped with practical tools to face challenges, embrace resilience and achieve their goals.

Brett Connellan on Resilience

Discover how to build resilience and adapt to life’s unexpected challenges with clarity and purpose. Brett Connellan shares his story as a shark attack survivor and motivational speaker, showing how ambition, mindset and goal-setting can turn adversity into opportunity. His keynote talks inspire audiences and give practical tools to create action plans, navigate challenges and become the author of their own life story.

These presentations are designed for a wide range of audiences including schools, corporate teams, conferences and community groups. Brett’s story and insights provide inspiration, teach resilience, and equip listeners with strategies that can be applied in everyday life and professional environments.

Explore: Waves Of Resilience

Brett Connellan on Goal Setting

Brett Connellan’s near-death experience as a shark attack survivor gives a powerful perspective on goal-setting for individuals and teams. His motivational talks show how ambition, mindset and clear goals can transform setbacks into growth and how resilience in the face of adversity can lead to meaningful achievements.

Designed for schools, corporate teams, conferences and community groups, Brett’s keynote presentations inspire audiences, share practical strategies for navigating challenges and equip listeners with tools to set ambitious goals and take control of their own life story.

Explore: The Second Chance Effect

Teamwork

Practical change management workshops that use interactive, scenario-based learning to promote teamwork, critical decision-making and organisational resilience. Brett Connellan draws on his experience as a Great White shark survivor to show how collaboration, communication and adaptability can help teams overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

These sessions are suitable for schools, corporate teams, conferences and community groups, giving participants actionable strategies and inspiration to improve teamwork and navigate change.

Explore: H.T.S.A.S.A (+O.C)

Graduations

An address tailored to inspire graduates as they embark on one of the most important periods of their lives. Brett Connellan’s story of resilience provides insights and motivation to help them face challenges with confidence, set ambitious goals and embrace new opportunities.

Explore: Graduations