Leadership and Workplace Culture Expert and Keynote Speaker

  • Leadership & Success Speaker in Newcastle, NSW

  • Travels up to 100 km
  • Starting from $1,500
  • Available on Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Dan helps leaders and business owners tackle real challenges with practical strategies and actionable insights. His keynotes focus on building high-performance teams, creating mission-driven cultures, and fostering resilience through hope and change. With relatable stories and proven frameworks, Dan equips audiences to lead with clarity, influence with integrity. Specialist topics include:
-Performance Drives Team – Unlock team potential
-Mission – Align purpose with action
-The Process of Hope – Lead through uncertainty
Ideal for leaders, business owners and growth-focused teams. Experience an authentic, engaging keynote that sparks transformation and leaves your audience ready to act.

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When you book Dan, you’re getting insights from someone who’s lived the leadership journey at the highest level. Dan spent years as the owner of G.J. Gardner Homes Tamworth, where he navigated the highs and lows of building a successful business in a competitive industry. From managing rapid growth to overcoming tough setbacks, Dan knows firsthand what it takes to lead under pressure and achieve sustainable success.
Under his leadership, G.J. Gardner Tamworth became an award-winning franchise, earning recognition for excellence in performance, customer service, and business leadership. These achievements didn’t come without challenges. Dan shares candid lessons from both the wins and the struggles, giving audiences an authentic perspective on resilience, adaptability, and strategic leadership.
Today, Dan channels that experience into 1000 Feet Deep, a leadership, team and culture development company dedicated to helping leaders and teams thrive. Through keynote speaking, coaching programs, and workshops, Dan equips organisations with practical tools to build strong cultures, lead with clarity, and create lasting impact.
Expect a keynote that blends real stories with actionable strategies. Ideal for leadership teams, business owners, and growth-focused organisations. Dan doesn’t just inspire; he provides frameworks and insights your audience can implement immediately to drive transformation.


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AV (projector and screen), whiteboard, lectern, mic.