Mark blends high-performance leadership practices and ancient philosophy, offering audiences a rare combination of inspiration and actionable insights. A fourth dan black belt and former national karate champion who has represented Australia internationally, Mark exemplifies discipline and resilience, but also gets life is entirely worth living.

“Mental fitness doesn’t come through reading self-help books, any more than a black belt comes from playing Mortal Kombat online.” – Mark Luckey.

His journey includes qualifying for the Obstacle Course World Championships at age 49, all while building a thriving business, coaching globally and embracing his role as a father.

As a TEDx speaker whose talk has garnered over 107,000 views, Mark has also created a digital clone, bringing insights to life in innovative ways. He invites audiences to explore their potential through his engaging and thought-provoking presentations, blending humour, science and personal anecdotes with powerful lessons in mental fitness, high performance and the humanity of it all.

With over 25 years of entrepreneurial success and leadership experience, Mark has steered multicultural teams and pioneered digital transformation projects, including a landmark national R&D platform for the grains Industry in Australia. A certified mental fitness coach, he intertwines his expertise in neuroscience, AI and wellness with rich Indian connections gained from 30 trips in 20 years, exploring the intersections of tradition, innovation, emerging technology and surviving Delhi Belly in the board room (he is making sure you are still reading).

His dedication to fostering resilience and growth has made him a sought-after coach and mentor for leaders and organizations worldwide.