Brett Connellan

Surfer, Shark Attack Survivor, Story Teller
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About

Nothing is more powerful than a second chance at life.

Turning the worst day of your life into your best is no easy feat, but sometimes there is simply no other option. In Brett Connellan’s case, this day included the moment every surfer’s worst nightmare became his reality when a Great White Shark attacked him.

As the light was fading at Bombo Beach on the evening of the 30th of March, 2016, Brett was inches from death. He had lost three-quarters of his left quad, and emergency responders on the scene were sure Brett would not make it. Fortunately, the cards fell in Brett’s favour, and he managed to pull through with the help of a brave friend, timely emergency support and a healthy serving of luck.

The events that saved Brett’s life were not lost on him, and that perspective was needed as he faced a long and challenging road to recovery. With a bleak outlook prescribed to him by doctors, it was evident that Brett’s life as he knew it would never be the same.

These moments in time are pivotal in any person’s life as they often lead to a questioning of purpose and identity. However, Brett did not know at this time that the following months were even more life-changing than just the injury itself. The recovery forced Brett to “climb a new mountain,” in his words and develop a different mindset towards resilience, which helped him defy the odds to be able to walk again and eventually get back in the water and do what he loves most: surfing.

Although this may sound like the perfect end to Brett’s story, it was only the beginning. Brett soon realised that the lessons he learned through his recovery could be applied to all areas of his life. This has pushed him to be the best version of himself personally and professionally. This new version of Brett, fuelled by purpose, drives him to use his unique and powerful story to help others make the most out of their journeys.

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Topics

Waves Of Resilience - Turning The Worst Day Of Your Life Into The Best

The Second Chance Effect - Reimagining Goals: Resilience And Growth In Action.

Beneath The Surface - Exploring The ‘Sad Shark’ Of Mental Health

How To Survive A Shark Attack

Let's Go Surfing!

Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hbd7SQaJciA
Brett Connellan - Keynote Speaker
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqUSINzrZYc
Brett Connellan — Waves Of Resilience | Turning The Worst Day Of Your Life Into Your Best Keynote
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e8TtflIZBo
Attacking Life | Official Trailer

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Testimonials

“Brett is an amazing, engaging speaker with a story that is relevant and inspiring. Brett's message of resilience and achieving your goals was clear through his storytelling approach. He had our audience fully engaged for the whole keynote.”

Allambicare Manager’s Retreat

"Brett is an excellent storyteller with a calm and composed persona. The way he presented his life experience left the audience spellbound. A few amongst the audience were able to share their experience and challenges. Brett managed those conversations very well. It was an invigorating experience for many of us.”

Blacktown City Council RUOK Day

“Brett was fantastic – can’t speak highly enough of him. The presentation was sensational, the team were all engaged, and he really incorporated the key messages into his talk. Our leaders and the entire team loved him.”

Experian Asia Pacific

“Thanks for your awesome presentation Brett. You not only gave us great ideas to improve our mental health but the resources to do so. Your story has had a lasting impact on us and has inspired us to take action professionally and personally. I know of some staff – me included, who are already implementing some of your ideas. Thanks again for trusting us with your story and then delivering an engaging, impactful and memorable session.”

Department of Communities & Justice. NSW Government

“Brett's story is something everyone needs to hear. Not simply just because it is a raw and emotional story, but because it is a story that evokes a passionate and inspiring response from those that are lucky enough to be present for the experience. Instantly engaging Brett presents his story and his learnings from his own experiences in a format that is adaptable to any setting and that would be of great benefit to any audience listening.”

Movember South Coast Event

“We had Brett speak at an investor conference we held in March 2023. Brett had the entire audience captivated from start to finish. His story is an amazing and ever-evolving one, but the way Brett breaks it down from the incident in 2016 to now, and especially how he has dealt with it was truly inspiring. Having Brett speak at our event gave a unique and priceless element to it, and the feedback from our guests has been overwhelmingly positive. I hope I get to hear him speak again soon! Thanks again Brett!”

Cloudbreak Wealth Small Caps Conference