Matthew Caruana

Matt became paraplegic at 16 after attempting suicide. He has since turned the “worst day of his life” into his greatest years by forging his best-self to be an example of hope for others.

He is an ambassador for Lifeline Australia, Basketball NSW, and in 2023, he broke the Guinness World Record for the most towel pull-ups in one minute.

Having completed hundreds of speaking engagements, he also co-delivers programs on life-performance and well-being with his partnership in Seismic Jump.

Matt and 14 other Australians featured in John Brogden’s new book, “Profiles in Hope.” He also appeared alongside James Packer, Robbie Williams and Jacqui Lambie on Channel 7’s top-rating Spotlight TV program.

In 2023, Seismic Jump created Transform Hope Thru Action, a global social impact initiative partnering to turn aspirations into actualities within personal and professional sectors.

When Matt delivers presentations, he builds upon his story and discusses topics of mental health, resilience, trust (in oneself and others), fearlessness, and being one’s best.

Based in Sydney

Description

Matthew Caruana motivational speaker sessions come from a mental health advocate with a remarkable story of resilience. At 16, Matt became paraplegic following a suicide attempt. Since then, he has turned what he calls the worst day of his life into his greatest years. He now forges his best self to be a genuine example of hope for others.

Why book Matthew Caruana as your motivational speaker

Matt is an ambassador for Lifeline Australia and Basketball NSW. In 2023, he also broke the Guinness World Record for the most towel pull-ups in one minute. He has completed hundreds of speaking engagements across Australia. Alongside this, he co-delivers programs on life performance and wellbeing through his partnership with Seismic Jump.

Matt’s story has reached a wide audience beyond the speaking circuit. He is one of 15 Australians featured in John Brogden’s book, “Profiles in Hope.” He has also appeared alongside James Packer, Robbie Williams and Jacqui Lambie on Channel 7’s Spotlight program. In 2023, Seismic Jump launched Transform Hope Thru Action, a global social impact initiative that helps people turn aspirations into reality within both their personal lives and their professional careers.

In his keynotes, Matt builds on his own story to explore mental health, resilience, trust and fearlessness. His signature sessions include Power of Possibilities, Supporting Oneself and Others, and Turning Aspirations into Actualities. Every session is tailored to the needs of the audience. Time and again, his message leaves people moved and motivated to act, from corporate teams and conference audiences to school assemblies, and community organisations across the country.

Whether speaking to a corporate boardroom or a school hall, Matt brings the same honesty and warmth to every audience.

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Keynote Topics

Power of Possibilities

Building Upon One’s Strengths
Before It’s Too Late!

Supporting Oneself and Others S.W.I.S.H

Strive, Work Together, Innovate, Stay Strong, Health Transform Hope through Action

Turning aspirations into actualities Inner GPS

Best-Self Leadership to Steer the Course of One’s Life.

Importantly, themes and sessions are tailored to meet the needs of the client.

Testimonials

“What a remarkable young man, What a message. I have parents begging him to come back.”
Lorna Probst – Pittwater House

“What he did today touched a lot of hearts and helped a lot of people.”
Student – William Clarke College

“Please have a look at Matt if you’re considering someone to bring in to speak to your people.”
Jen Polak – Transport for NSW

“Hi Matt, You were a superstar today. Thank you for making our Leading Reform Summit even better!”
Queensland Mental Health Commission