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“Redenbach is self-effacing as he teases out the fibre of human integrity.” The Courier Mail. 

ROB REDENBACH — Helping Leaders Embrace Change and Build Resilience — Author of Always a Little Further
 

From protecting aid workers in the Middle East to performing stand-up comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe, Rob Redenbach draws on his unique experiences to provide actionable tools for embracing change and building resilience. By adapting personal protection strategies to leadership and everyday life, he has coached high-performing teams in more than 20 countries, including American Express in Buenos Aires, Spotify in New York, Suncorp in Hong Kong, and Unilever in London—among hundreds of others.

Rob has also delivered sold-out talks at the Sydney Opera House, sharing practical lessons on leadership, resilience, and adaptability. His journey to this iconic stage was set in motion decades earlier.

While managing a security company in Papua New Guinea, Rob developed a defensive tactics system that he taught to the FBI in Los Angeles. The system was later featured in the official journal of the U.S. National Tactical Officers Association. He went on to teach it to Special Forces in the United Kingdom and Nelson Mandela’s bodyguard team in South Africa. This success led Rob to provide close personal protection to aid agencies in Iraq and become a regular commentator on Channel 7’s Sunrise.

Expanding beyond these domains, Rob earned a Master of Arts from CSU, studied mediation at Bond University’s Centre for Dispute Resolution, completed executive education at the Harvard Kennedy School, and collaborated with internationally respected leaders—including the authors of The Resilience Shield.

Rob’s versatility extends to writing and narrating the theme reel Write The Script, which challenges viewers to rethink the patterns shaping their choices.

Like his book Always a Little Further, Rob’s presentations empower leaders and teams to face adversity with courage and a renewed sense of purpose. To explore how he can enhance your next event—online or in person—contact your preferred speaker’s bureau or email rob@redenbach.com

 
KEYNOTES & WORKSHOPS
 
Rob’s material can be delivered as stand-alone keynotes or combined as one interactive workshop. His content focuses on:
 
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Trust & Cooperation
  • Communication & Influence
Leadership Without Rank
 
  • True influence isn’t about authority—it’s about earning respect and trust. Leadership Without Rank challenges the outdated notion of pulling rank, providing a practical framework to cultivate influence, inspire collaboration, and advance professionally. Through compelling real-world examples and actionable strategies, Rob equips participants with the tools to lead effectively—regardless of title.

Write The Script
 
  • Write The Script challenges audiences to break free from complacency and group conformity—forces that trap individuals and teams in rigid, unproductive routines. Bringing to life key lessons from Always a Little Further, Rob provides practical tools to foster adaptability, take ownership, and drive meaningful progress. As Unilever’s Global Chief of Transformation put it: “Rob’s idea of scripts, and how to adapt them to meet changing needs, is particularly important.”

Stress is Not The Problem
 
  • Eliminating stress isn’t the key to resilience—balancing high performance with intentional recovery is. In Stress is Not The Problem (the problem is a lack of recovery), Rob introduces a practical framework built around four key areas—Mind, Body, Social, and Global. Through this lens, his interactive facilitation creates an open dialogue that engages teams, sparks reflection, and drives action.
Stand Up, Stand Out
 
  • Stand Up, Stand Out goes beyond public speaking tips—it’s an interactive experience that unlocks the power of storytelling to captivate and connect. Drawing on insights from over 1,000 events in 23 countries, Rob demonstrates how mastering storytelling enhances leadership, builds resilience, and maximises engagement. In a supportive environment, participants gain practical tools to communicate with authenticity, manage anxiety, and build lasting professional credibility. For more information on Stand Up, Stand Out, click here.
For more details on how Rob Redenbach can tailor his material to suit your team-development needs, feel free to contact him directly.
nab
"You could have heard a pin drop. Great message, entertaining, real."
03-delorenzo
"Feedback has been fantastic . . . I will be in touch to discuss what I can do later with the Managers."
Toyota
"Excellent delivery. Excellent examples. Excellent engagement."
optus
"Rob’s address was clearly the highlight of our business program . . . an outstanding presentation."
01-ing
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05-lj-hooker
"Rob’s insights will surely have a lasting impact on how we motivate and lead our teams on a daily basis."
bech
"Each session stimulated thinking and discussion among our global leadership team."
Fuji
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Fuji Xerox
toshiba
Everyone could relate to the message and take away learnings.
cpa-testi
"An excellent, practical no-hype speaker."
04-celeb
"Due to overwhelming positive feedback, we continue to recommend Rob to clients who are looking for a different style of leadership speaker."
common
"Not only did the audience come away with some fantastic tools, but the presentation enabled our conference to end with a real buzz."
Commonwealth Bank Australia
griffith
"Well received and much appreciated."
LG
"Rob's message delivered great focus on the importance of thinking differently and working smarter."
LG Electronics
seven
"Very thought provoking. The analogies used were particularly timely."
Seven Network Australia
YPO
"On an agenda filled with the best of the best from around the world, Rob provided a unique and compelling session."
boost
"Our partners loved Rob's insight . . . direct, surprising, informative, entertaining and relevant were some of the words used to describe his presentation."
02-wilson
"Rob provided a great presentation to our group and really nailed the key messaging that he was briefed on."
seagate
"Key messages succinctly delivered and catered well to an audience of international participants."
Seagate
QR
"Relevant, compelling and drove home the real work that needs to be done."
Queensland Rail
Swinburne
"Very well received and helped us step outside our usual language and mindsets."
Swinburne University of Technology
ONEA
"Overwhelmingly great. Nearly every evaluation rated him 9s or 10s all the way through."
Oregon Narcotics Enforcement Association
Brownes-Dairy
"Captivating. Rob's insight on sophisticated communication resonated deeply with our GMs and employees at all levels."
Brownes Dairy