KEYNOTE SPEAKER 

“The best Speaker we have had.”

Glencore - Women In Mining

Drawing on three decades as an award winning business leader, Michael is available as a keynote speaker to help supercharge your next event or leadership retreat.

Michael initially began his theme park career as an Attractions Attendant at SEA WORLD Australia, moving into live show announcing at the age of 18. By his mid-twenties he was writing and producing live show content for the park, while facilitating on-mic coaching and development for key team members. In 1997 he went on to receive a Gold Coast Tourism Award for Excellence in Leadership.  

In 2000, Michael became Entertainment Manager for WONDERLAND SYDNEY and a driving force behind the successful introduction of MARVEL, DREAMWORKS and HASBRO into the entertainment offer for the park.

By August of 2005 he had assumed the role of Head of Entertainment for VILLAGE ROADSHOW THEME PARKS. Here, Michael would go on to spearhead the introduction of large scale, iconic, annual events such as FRIGHT NIGHTS, WHITE CHRISTMAS and HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD, at WARNER BROS. MOVIE WORLD. Equally, beyond oversight of the day trade offer in the parks, he became instrumental in the conception and execution of both SPOOKY NIGHTS and CARNIVALE at SEA WORLD.

A finalist in 2008 for the Australian Institute of Management - Professional Manager of the Year, Michael’s story is one of passion, purpose and resilience, unifying themes across the human experience.

Speaking Categories including:

Leadership | Team Culture | Guest Experience | Inspiration & Motivation

‘“Michael's presentation was inspirational and heartfelt. 

His sharing of his real-life stories about the 'why we do things', truly resonated with our audience.”

Karen Lindsay, Principal, Helensvale State High School.

‘“As a founder and CEO, it is with great admiration that I can say that Michael exceeded expectations.

Firstly, he is a strong presenter and had a good sense of what and how to communicate with his audience.

As a compere, he kept the day on track and steered Q&A and discussion sessions with aplomb.

As a keynote, he spoke with passion and conviction and is a great story teller.

I would have no hesitation in both recommending Michael and having him back next time.”

Michael Schreiber, Founder / CEO, FUNLAB!