Mark Wadie

For over a decade, Mark has been inspiring and training leaders to step up and influence circles of trust where it is OK not to be OK, while agreeing to challenge and to be called on poor behaviour. Thereby braving leadership to tackle social issues such as inequality, harassment, bullying and violence. Through his experiential workshops, coaching, mentoring, men's groups, keynote speaking and internationally published book “How a Boy becomes a Man - Planning a Rite of Passage to Manhood”, Mark has inspired thousands of men and women around Australia to step up as leaders to influence teams of respect, integrity and non-violence.

Mark has trained countless leaders through his Braving Leadership Programs to recognise that leadership is a decision and a responsibility... not just a title and a pay rise...His continued passion to rally, support and challenge leaders has shaped an easy to implement yet effective I Respect Methodology into team culture in as little as 20 min per week. Thereby inspiring and engaging teams that ... ● trust and respect each other. ● tackle issues together, such as bullying, harassment and gender equality. ● inspire and shape common values and behaviours. ● take responsibility for themselves and each other. ● value and acknowledge each other.

Mark’s work continues to be supported in the National media including national newspapers, radio and television while being a regular guest and advisor on ABC Grandstand Sports inspiring coaches to step up as positive healthy role models. Mark’s expertise has been sought by organisations such as the NRL, Our Watch and White Ribbon Australia. Mark’s training business I Respect is now showcased as a community resource for the “Stop it at the Start” national gender violence prevention campaign run by the Department of Social Services.