THRIVE - 25 Years Young

Michael McQueen is a speaker of multiple award-winning acclaim, a strategist of change and a bestselling author of 10 books.

With esteemed clients such as Google, Toyota and Mastercard, he has assisted some of the globe's most prosperous brands in navigating uncertainty and maintaining a competitive edge.

In addition to featuring regularly as a commentator on TV and radio, Michael is a familiar face on the international conference circuit having shared the stage with the likes of Bill Gates, Mel Robbins and Apple co-founder, Steve Wozniak.

Michael has spoken to over 500,000 people across 5 continents since 2004 and is known for his engaging, entertaining and practical conference presentations.

An Extraordinary Journey.

In early 2013, Sam’s dream life turned into a nightmare when on holiday in Thailand she unknowingly leant against a rotten balcony railing, falling through it, and crashing six metres onto the concrete below. Her accident left her paralysed from the chest down.

Broken and hopeless, Sam reached her outer limits of physical and mental suffering. But with courage and determination, she made her way back from the edge – scarred but undefeated.

Since her accident, Sam has become a bestselling author, the recipient of Surfing Australia’s Female Para Surfer of the Year and an ambassador for Wings for Life and Tourism Australia. Sam is also the inspiration behind the #1 box-office hit movie Penguin Bloom starring Naomi Watts, which mirrors her journey, and is an in-demand and highly sought-after Global speaker.

Today, she continues to defy the barriers in life and sports, and to inspire other people around the world to do the same. We are so very excited and blessed to have Sam join us at THRIVE to share her story.

Former AFL Footballer, Mark, is an internationally booked speaker and three-time best-selling author of ‘Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health’. He combines ancient Eastern wisdom and modern science to help people enjoy ‘Dharmic Living’ – our ‘natural high’ state of health, happiness and high performance.

Uniquely blending evidence-based research, traditional and indigenous wisdom (Ayurvedic medicine), plus the secrets of the world’s healthiest individuals and the highest performing businesspeople; Mark teaches the simple steps to being happier, more resilient, more positive and productive, and how to better look after oneself (self-care).

Without a doubt, you'll appreciate his humorous and highly engaging yet down-to-earth approach to presenting, which will leave you inspired by his journey from professional athlete to advocate for mental health and vulnerability.

Danielle Burkleo began her Young Living journey in March of 2016, while looking for more natural ways to support her family’s lifestyle. Shortly after falling in love with the products, Danielle began her business journey and never looked back.

Danielle keeps her family in the forefront of her mind as she works, and she values the friendships she’s created along the way. Encouraging her team is what she enjoys most about her work. “Our team has a beautiful culture that uplifts and inspires,” she says. “I love to let others know all the ways I see them shine. This is my absolute dream job, and I am so thankful, every single day.”

Danielle lives with her husband, Caleb, and their six children in upstate New York.