Justine Martin

Justine Martin – Resilience Keynote Speaker | Motivational Speaker | Award-Winning Entrepreneur | Disability Advocate | Best-Selling Author Justine Martin is an internationally renowned resilience keynote speaker, motivational speaker, multi-award-winning entrepreneur, artist, and best-selling author. Her powerful story of overcoming extreme adversity continues to captivate and inspire audiences around the world. After being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2011, Justine faced a cascade of life-altering challenges: three heart surgeries, three primary cancers, and an acquired brain injury. Doctors told her she would never work again—but Justine refused to accept that fate. Instead, she turned adversity into fuel and redefined what it means to thrive. Today, Justine is one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in Australia and internationally, sharing her message of resilience, transformation, and possibility. Her authentic storytelling, combined with actionable strategies, makes her presentations unforgettable. She empowers individuals and organisations alike to embrace change, build emotional strength, and convert setbacks into comebacks. Speaking Topics Include: Resilience in Business: Strategies to overcome obstacles and thrive in a competitive world The Art of Resilience: How creativity and passion can help heal and empower Hidden Disabilities Awareness: Understanding chronic illness and invisible disability in everyday life and the workplace Turning Setbacks into Comebacks: The mindset needed to overcome adversity and rise stronger Career Highlights: Geelong Business Leader of the Year 2023 – the first disabled person ever to receive this prestigious honour Momentum Empowering Woman of the Year 2024 – recognised for leadership and advocacy in women’s business AusMumpreneur Awards Winner – including Gold in Disabled Business Excellence and Silver in Creative Entrepreneur Women Changing the World Awards (2024 & 2025) – Silver in Disability Leadership 47 award nominations and 18 wins for excellence in leadership, resilience, creativity, and business Entrepreneur, Advocate & Creative Force Justine is the founder of multiple successful businesses under the Justine Martin Corporation, including: Morpheus Publishing – helping people become published authors Resilience Mindset – personal and professional development through coaching and speaking JUZT Art – a wellness-based art business and award-winning creative studio Geelong Residential Cleaners & Garden Maintenance – inclusive employment and community service Justine’s impact goes beyond the stage. Her Amazon best-selling books include: Whispers of Resilience: Our Stories of Multiple Sclerosis Same Same But Different – a children’s book about inclusion and equality Finding Hope – a collaboration supporting SIDS awareness through Rivers Gift She is also an accomplished visual artist, with award-winning works exhibited nationally—art that became a healing force during her recovery and now inspires many others. Why Book Justine? Whether speaking to corporate teams, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, or community groups, Justine tailors her message to move, educate, and activate change. She is a leading voice in disability advocacy, mental health awareness, and resilience coaching. Justine Martin is more than a speaker—she’s a resilience movement in motion. Book Justine Martin Today To book Justine for your next conference, workshop, panel, or corporate event, visit: 👉 www.zestapp.com.au