Nick Riewoldt is one of Australia’s most respected AFL champions, leadership speakers and media personalities. Renowned for his courage, professionalism and commitment to excellence, Nick enjoyed an outstanding 17-year AFL career with the St Kilda Football Club, where he played 336 games, kicked 718 goals, captained the club for a record period and established himself as one of the greatest forwards of his generation.
A former No.1 AFL Draft Pick, Nick overcame early career setbacks to become a five-time All-Australian, AFL Players Association MVP, six-time Trevor Barker Award winner, and one of the most admired leaders in Australian sport. His relentless work ethic, resilience and ability to perform under pressure helped guide St Kilda to multiple Grand Final appearances and cemented his reputation as an elite competitor and inspirational captain.
Following his playing career, Nick successfully transitioned into the media, becoming one of Australia’s most respected AFL analysts and commentators across Fox Footy, SEN Radio, AFL 360 and Channel 7. Beyond football, he is a passionate advocate for philanthropy and community impact through Maddie’s Vision, a charity he co-founded to support research and treatment for bone marrow failure syndromes.
As a keynote speaker, leadership presenter and corporate host, Nick shares powerful insights on leadership, resilience, teamwork, high performance and adapting to change. His presentations combine elite sporting experience, personal stories and practical lessons that inspire audiences to build stronger cultures, overcome adversity and achieve long-term success.
Authentic, articulate and highly engaging, Nick Riewoldt delivers valuable lessons on leadership, purpose and performing at your best when it matters most.
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Perfect For:
• leadership & high-performance conferences
• corporate events & executive forums
• team culture & resilience programs
• keynote presentations, sports lunches & gala dinners
