Brooke Hanson
Swimming star Brooke Hanson OAM Olympic gold and silver medallist remains one of Australia's most recognised Olympians. Brooke is a much sought-after corporate motivational speaker, MC, television and radio presenter as well as key note presenter.
Brooke made her debut for the Australian Swimming Team in 1994 before going on to represent Australia over 25 times at major international championships.
Her career highlight came in 2004, when, after missing two Olympic teams, she won Olympic gold and silver medals at Athens Olympic Games.
Brooke claimed several podium finishes throughout her career including the 2004 World Short Course Championships where she made history, winning a record six gold medals.
After 13 years as a member of the Australian swimming team Brooke provides the audience on the motivational speaking circuit with a behind the scene?s insight of her journey to reaching her Olympic dream.
Brooke adds another dimension to corporate conferences as a sportsperson, motivator and speaker. Brooke is an experienced MC hosting award ceremonies, black tie balls, breakfasts, anniversary dinners, presentation nights, award dinners, launches and publicity events.
Brooke combines this work with advertising campaigns for sponsors, product endorsement, conducting swim clinics and her charity and community work.
Since her retirement from competitive swimming Brooke released her autobiography "When Silver Is Gold" The Brooke Hanson Story and loves to share her inspirational story with everyone she meets.
Her work on the TV Week Logie winning show "What's Good for You" earned her a nomination for best new female talent.
Brooke joined fellow presenter Tim Smith in 2010 for a new series of Discover Downunder, which showcases the best camping and caravanning holidays around Australia.
In 2009 Brooke became a mum to son Cooper and continues to balance her blooming professional media career with appearances, motivational speaking and her commitment to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle for all Australians.