As an award-winning business leader andspeaker, seasoned trainer, trusted executive coach, insightful consultant, and prolific author of over a dozen books, Diane Demetre wholeheartedly believes that life is a daring adventure or nothing at all. She knows that when we Dare to Shine,Align and Thrive, our true potential is illuminated, revealing the exceptional leader within each of us.
Diane partners with visionary executive leaders and entrepreneurs looking for cutting edge, results-driven strategies to transform their leadership, life and business. Often called an “Evolutionary”by her clients because she inspires them to evolve and excel at an accelerated pace, Diane’s mission is to serve organisations in developing Bold Thinkers with Brave Hearts who want to make a Big Difference.
Diane's wisdom emanates from a wealth of genuine leadership and business experience, having successfully owned and operated two multi-award-winning businesses with an extensive workforce both domestically and abroad. Recognized with numerous local, national, and international business excellence awards for her outstanding achievements and community contributions, she stands as a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs and executive leaders.
In recognition of her exceptional contributions to the Entertainment, Creative Arts, and Media Industry, Diane was awarded the prestigious 2019 SBAA International Women's Day Leader Award for her unwavering leadership and pioneering spirit. She was also awarded the Most Empowering Leadership and Mindset Speaker 2024 by the Australia Enterprise Awards. These accolades further solidify her status as a powerhouse of educated insight, a guiding force capable of igniting transformation within individuals and organisations alike.
With a remarkable career spanning over 40 years,Diane has left an indelible mark in the realms of entrepreneurship, education,and entertainment, becoming a living testament to the transformative power of mindset, energy, and skills mastery that she espouses.
Lead Forward,Further, Faster
Beneath the surface of every leader and organization lies a formidable force of nature—a latent fearlessness ready to redefine the future and steer businesses toward unprecedented success. Yet, this boundless potential remains largely untapped, stifled by the comfort of the status quo, negative bias and the chains of conventional thinking. The question isn’t about the existence of this power, but why so few have the courage to unleash it.
Prepare to be unleashed as Diane Demetre takes the stage,delivering not just a presentation, but a groundbreaking experience that will have delegates on their feet, tapping into their potential like never before.
Diane dares leaders to think, feeland act differently, collapsing comfort zones and propellingthem to transform from a mediocre manager to a luminary leader. Enriched withDiane’s distinctive insights and actionable strategies, this experience goesbeyond mere motivation—it’s a pivotal moment for leaders to harness theirinherent potential and claim their future leadership.
Experience the Shift—Stand Bold, Strike a Pose, and Shine as aleader of the future.
Now is your New Tomorrow!
Are you ready to unleash your formidable force offearlessness and forge a forward-facing future?
Fearless and Fabulous
Longbefore the global #metoo social movement, Diane Demetre was sacked by herproducer for apparently being ‘too fat’ after she refused his sexual advances.She took him to court, and the ensuing court cases for sexual harassment andwrongful dismissal became some of the highest-profile cases in Australia in thelate 1980s. Though her cases were instrumental in eventually changing thefederal industrial relations laws, she lost everything. She had a choice; toend it all or dare to be more.
Inher inspiring Fear Less, Dare More keynote, laced withhumour, heart-break and hope, Diane shares her remarkable story imparting thecutting-edge insights she gained from her journey of daring to be more, do moreof what matters, and have more of what counts!
Armedwith her signature blend of boldness and infectious enthusiasm, Diane will urgeyour audience to Fear Less, Dare More as she presentspractical takeaways on how to master their lives, careers, and businesses.
From Pressure2Profit:Mastering your M.E.S. for Sales Success
In the world of sales, leaders and professionals oftengrapple with the pressures of targets, competition, and the constant need forinnovation. Diane Demetre's presentation, "From Pressure2Profit: Mastering your M.E.S. for Sales Success," offers a groundbreaking approach to these challenges.
The Gartner Sales Survey concluded that almost 90% of sales professionals feel burnt out. With rates of depression and anxiety being three times higher than those of their non-sales peers, Diane unveils the secrets to thriving in the competitive sales arena. Her session is a masterclass in Mastering your M.E.S. (Mindset, Energy, and Skills) crafted to revolutionize your approach to sales success.
Diane's dynamic style and real-world stories inspire attendees to harness their inner sales master,driving passion, productivity, and profits in the sales domain. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with Diane, where you'll learn to Dare to Shine, Align, and Thrive in the world of sales.
Lead Forward,Further, Faster
Beneath the surface of every leader and organization lies a formidable force of nature—a latent fearlessness ready to redefine the future and steer businesses toward unprecedented success. Yet, this boundless potential remains largely untapped, stifled by the comfort of the status quo, negative bias and the chains of conventional thinking. The question isn’t about the existence of this power, but why so few have the courage to unleash it.
Prepare to be unleashed as Diane Demetre takes the stage,delivering not just a presentation, but a groundbreaking experience that will have delegates on their feet, tapping into their potential like never before.
Diane dares leaders to think, feeland act differently, collapsing comfort zones and propellingthem to transform from a mediocre manager to a luminary leader. Enriched withDiane’s distinctive insights and actionable strategies, this experience goesbeyond mere motivation—it’s a pivotal moment for leaders to harness theirinherent potential and claim their future leadership.
Experience the Shift—Stand Bold, Strike a Pose, and Shine as aleader of the future.
Now is your New Tomorrow!
Are you ready to unleash your formidable force offearlessness and forge a forward-facing future?
Fearless and Fabulous
Longbefore the global #metoo social movement, Diane Demetre was sacked by herproducer for apparently being ‘too fat’ after she refused his sexual advances.She took him to court, and the ensuing court cases for sexual harassment andwrongful dismissal became some of the highest-profile cases in Australia in thelate 1980s. Though her cases were instrumental in eventually changing thefederal industrial relations laws, she lost everything. She had a choice; toend it all or dare to be more.
Inher inspiring Fear Less, Dare More keynote, laced withhumour, heart-break and hope, Diane shares her remarkable story imparting thecutting-edge insights she gained from her journey of daring to be more, do moreof what matters, and have more of what counts!
Armedwith her signature blend of boldness and infectious enthusiasm, Diane will urgeyour audience to Fear Less, Dare More as she presentspractical takeaways on how to master their lives, careers, and businesses.
From Pressure2Profit:Mastering your M.E.S. for Sales Success
In the world of sales, leaders and professionals oftengrapple with the pressures of targets, competition, and the constant need forinnovation. Diane Demetre's presentation, "From Pressure2Profit: Mastering your M.E.S. for Sales Success," offers a groundbreaking approach to these challenges.
The Gartner Sales Survey concluded that almost 90% of sales professionals feel burnt out. With rates of depression and anxiety being three times higher than those of their non-sales peers, Diane unveils the secrets to thriving in the competitive sales arena. Her session is a masterclass in Mastering your M.E.S. (Mindset, Energy, and Skills) crafted to revolutionize your approach to sales success.
Diane's dynamic style and real-world stories inspire attendees to harness their inner sales master,driving passion, productivity, and profits in the sales domain. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with Diane, where you'll learn to Dare to Shine, Align, and Thrive in the world of sales.