The Speaker

 

Sam is an ordinary guy who has lived an extraordinary experience. He shares his story in a simple ‘down to earth’ way that makes it accessible to a wide audience. Sam is inspirational.
Andrew Billing
Chief Executive Officer
O Group
Sam is an enthusiastic presenter who relates well to young people. His genuine nature, his optimism and his enthusiasm for life is refreshing and engaging.
Maggie Aird
Manager Youth Transitions
Learning Services
Your presentation was powerful and based on real life experiences. I would certainly recommend you as a motivational speaker for any high school body.

Dick Adams
Federal Member For Lyons

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Communicator/Catalyst

Sam Cawthorn and Family
Sam Cawthorn with family

Sam grew up as a country farm boy in a family of 11 children. He then went on to college in Hobart Tasmania, but found that he was more suited to get straight into work. After working in sales for a few years he found his passion, helping people. He then went and worked as a trainer in Northern Tasmania and soon became training manager, he also did many music theatre productions, & opened his own music studio. Sam has also worked as a Regional Industry Careers Adviser working with many industries & employers providing solutions and strategies to businesses in recruitment and skill shortages.

Sam’s personal life journey changed dramatically 2 years ago when he was involved in a major car accident. Sam had his right arm amputated and lives with a permanent disability in his right leg. Sam was hospitalised for over four months and confined to a wheelchair for nine months. It is the story of Sam’s remarkable resilience, his mental strength as well as his physical recovery that has amazed and inspired so many Australians, here & people around the world.

Some achievements he has had in the last few years include;

  • Travelled around Australia & overseas to perform at world expo in front of crowds of up to 15,000 people
  • Dance and music teacher to over 100 students
  • Has spoken to over 50,000 people in every state in Australia including audiences overseas
  • Nominated  for many awards including; Young Australian of the Year, Exceptional Service Awards, Community Service Awards, Tasmanian of the Year, 30 under 30 Entrepreneurs, Pride of Australia Medal; and finalist for many of these
  • A life coach & mentor
  • Husband and father of 3 amazing children

Sam’s message to others is simple. He challenges people to be themselves, believe in themselves, find purpose and focus, nurture their creativity, develop resilient and protective behaviors, conquer obstacles such as fear, set and attain personal goals. In every way imaginable Sam is a living embodiment of the messages he delivers.