Inspirational Speakers

Russell Ord and Shanan Worrall

Two men linked by the ocean for life

Russell Ord is an internationally acclaimed photographer and has squinted down the lens at an intriguing mix of subjects over the years. He has shot magazine covers of world-class surfers and his ocean images are celebrated for simultaneously implying the cruelty and majesty of the sea.

As one of the world's leading surf photographers his unique talents culminated in his documentation of a violent twist of Indian Ocean known simply as The Right, in pursuit of a unique, career-defining angle. The hard-won image served as the focal point for his celebrated documentary called One Shot, an ABC art series on creatives.

Shanan Worrall is known as an all-round waterman; spear-fisherman, surfer, skipper and educator, his recreational and business life revolves in and around the ocean. The winner of World Surfing League's Big Wave Awards in 2017, he is not afraid to push his boundaries and has a gift of bringing those around him to a higher level of performance.

Shanan has worked as an abalone diver in the some of the most remote and wild spots on earth, and his first-hand experiences with sharks led him to develop a groundbreaking shark deterrent business, called Shark Eyes.

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Key Points for Russell Ord and Shanan Worrall

Russell Ord was the 2016 International Sports Photographer of The Year.
Is the subject of an ABC documentary called One Shot, an art series on creatives.
Has 19 years as a professional Fireman in the Western Australian Fire brigade (FESA).
Shanan Worrall has been an abalone diver in the some of the most remote and wild spots on earth.
He has developed a ground-breaking shark deterrent business, called Shark Eyes.

Topics for Russell Ord and Shanan Worrall

Resilience & Adversity
Overcoming personal challenges and fears then turning them into peak performances and a positive mindset.
Preparation
The ability to make high-stress situations totally manageable and not high stress at all, the art of making good decisions acting instinctively and decisively under pressure.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Coping with the stress and aftermath of real- life experiences, PTSD and the ability to stay connected and contribute to the community. Using negative experiences as a tool to grow in a positive direction.

Testimonials for Russell Ord and Shanan Worrall

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