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Motivational Speaker Who Transforms Mindsets & Ignites Leadership
Luke Kennedy is an internationally best-selling author and one of Australia’s most in-demand motivational speakers for corporate events, and schools. Once caught in a cycle of violence, addiction, and self-destruction, Luke rebuilt his life to become a successful business owner, author, state champion boxer, youth mentor, and mental health advocate.
This authentic transformation, along with his engaging storytelling and sharp humor, sets him apart. From executive boardrooms to school classrooms, Luke doesn’t just inspire, he creates real connections.
Audiences leave his sessions feeling energised, challenged, and with a new perspective on leadership, resilience, and what is truly possible.
INSPIRING OTHERS THROUGH AUTHENTICITY.
Luke's presentations are more than just motivational speeches... they are transformative experiences that draw on his own journey of adversity and triumph. He shares candidly about his past, inviting audiences to open up emotionally and mentally, before guiding them on a journey of introspection, inspiration, and even some good laughs.
Here are some of the motivational speaker topics covered by Luke Kennedy, Australia's leading motivational speaker for teams, schools and events that matter;
Resilience & Real Growth
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Take ownership and stop blaming
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Practical frameworks to bounce back from setbacks and adapt to change
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How to build a strong mindset and stop fearing failure or judgment
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Real talk about pressure, burnout, and showing up with purpose, even when it’s hard
Mindset & Mental Health Speakers
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Tools to shift from overwhelm, anxiety, and stress to focus, clarity, and calm
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Strategies for emotional regulation and managing life’s pressures (school, work, or leadership)
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Focus on Simple, consistent habits that support stronger mental wellbeing
Authentic Communication & Connection
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How to drop the masks and communicate more honestly, with peers, teams, and self
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The secret to building strong relationships through vulnerability and presence
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Tools to reduce conflict, boost empathy, and bring people together
Identity, Leadership & Self-Awareness
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Letting go of labels, stereotypes, and negative self-talk
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Owning your story (and rewriting it) and using it as fuel to lead, at any age or stage
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Moving from reactive to intentional living, making choices that align with your real values
Bullying, Peer Pressure & Decision Making (schools)
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The roots of bullying, including self-bullying, and how to shift the cycle
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How to confidently walk your own path without being pulled by the crowd
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Real-life consequences of destructive choices, and how to break free from them
"Luke motivates, yes.... But it would be a big mistake to limit what he does with that description. Luke is adept at performing ‘open heart’ surgery on young hearts, carefully peeling back the layers of their experiences and the world that they live in by honesty and vulnerability recounting his own story."
HEAD OF WELLBEING, RUSSEL STEFFANS
COLLABORATIONS
WELCOME
LUKE KENNEDY
With over a 11 years (that went quick!) of experience and having inspired more than 200,000 people, Luke’s authentic and relatable personality, and story, inspires in any setting, from corporate events to classrooms. He doesn’t just share a story, he challenges individuals to reflect on their own attitudes, actions, and mindsets, inspiring them to take ownership of their development, personal growth and well being. By fostering environments where honesty and self improvement thrive, Luke’s talks create lasting change.
Ready to transform your organisation or inspire the next generation?
"It was the best workshop we've had."
- Jan Rowe, Teacher, Emerald
PAST EVENTS & HIGHLIGHTS
Sydney's best motivational speakers for schools, Luke S. Kennedy, returned to speak to the high school students of St Gregory's College Campbelltown for the second time. His inspirational speech for students the previous visit created a big impact!
ST GREGORY'S COLLEGE
MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER
RISING ABOVE
CHALLENGES
Luke's journey to becoming a motivational speaker is one of remarkable transformation. For eight years of his life, Luke weighed close to 130 kilos and found himself leading a gang in the streets of Sydney (PG's story for priory schools).
Amidst the chaos, he faced harrowing experiences, including being stabbed twice, battling addiction, and grappling with the darkness of self hatred and despair. Despite projecting an image of strength and confidence to the outside world, internally, Luke was plagued by fear, depression, and anxiety.
Turning his life around through a relentless pursuit of personal growth in all areas, he's now Australia's most sought after Motivational Speaker, International Best Selling Author, Successful Business Owner, Mental Health Advocate, State Champion Boxer & Mentor to Troubled Youth.
LUKE IN THE MEDIA
It was an absolute pleasure to come back and speak to the students at St Greg's. I was there a year ago and at the time I was the first speaker to have had the privilege to speak in the college's new auditorium. As a motivational speaker it's great to be invited back to speak at the same location. I made a big impact speaking to the student's last time, and still get messages now from those guys.
I travelled to the school with a friend of mine, and another Sydney motivational speaker, Kath Koschel from The Kindness Factory. Kath's story is next level!! It was nice to have her there for the trip to Campbelltown and to watch me speak.
Presenting again to year 10, I spoke for 45 minutes to the young men who were extremely attentive. I noticed Kath up the back smiling and nodding her head. It made me smile.
I was pumped to hear a heap of the audience had already read my book, Stabbed Ego! I was intrigued to hear their thoughts of the book and was blown away with their insight. The students of St Greg's always impress the hell out of me!
I look forward to returning to St Gregory's College to speak again next year.
Sydney Motivational Speaker, Luke S. Kennedy, presenting to St Gregory's College, Campbelltown.
Today the yr 5's & 6's experienced a life-changing speech that will improve how we will treat others and ourselves. We found it very inspirational and we now feel like we can be whoever we aspire to be if we put our minds to it. Luke told us to be grateful for our life and make the most of it. This was a really good way to look brightly into our future. Luke had told us about his childhood of being negative and a bully towards himself. He also gave us tips to make our future positive, peaceful, and live our life to the fullest. We learnt about meditation, reading books as well as how technology can impact our mental health
STUDENTS FROM WARRNAMBOOL EAST PRIMARY
AUDIENCES
Luke adjusts his tone & messaging to suit any demographic. Whether speaking to business leaders, students, educators, or parents, Luke Kennedy's presentations ignite meaningful change, inspiring growth and transformation in every audience. Motivational speakers to business leaders, students, teacher workshop facilitator, or holding parent events, Luke Kennedy’s presentations ignite meaningful change, inspiring growth and transformation in every audience.
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LUKE'S WORKED WITH
Over the years as Australia's motivational speaker, Luke Kennedy, has had the beautiful opportunity to meet and share a stage with numerous motivational speakers Australia. Some of these are...
Sam Ghamrawi
Motivational Speakers and youth mentor
Sekseed Projects mission is to Inspire and Empower young people to reach their potential to be a positive influence on their lives, their community and the planet.
Matthew Johstone
Motivational Speaker, Author, Illustrator https://matthewjohnstone.com.au/
Joe Williams
Motivational Speaker, Youth Mentor, Author https://www.joewilliams.com.au/
Apart from being involved with professional sport for over 15 years, Joe spends his time working to inspire youth through motivational speaking workshops. He has worked with disengaged youth in primary and secondary schools, drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres and gaols. Joe has also mentored both youth and adults.
Sam Webb
Motivational Speaker | Actor | Mental Health Advocate
https://www.samwebb.com.au/speaker
Sam Webb is an acclaimed actor and the co-founder and former CEO of the mental health charity LIVIN.
His co-authored novel “Turning tragedy into Triumph” is inspired by the death of his good friend.
He is a TEDx NYC motivational speaker.
Bruce Sullivan
Keynote Speaker | Author | Business Leader https://brucesullivan.com/bruce-at-work/
Bruce is a proven performer in achieving results in people for over 30 years. His practical, hands on experience is based on working with individuals, families, businesses and communities providing education and opportunities for personal improvement.