Keynote Speaker
From stroke survivor to the stage - Building resilience when it matters most
Phil Charlton helps leaders, teams and organisations turn setbacks into action, strengthen resilience, and move forward with clarity – even when life doesn’t go to plan.
Two-time stroke survivor. Former RAAF medic. 35+ years of leadership and coaching experience.
If you want an audience that doesn’t just feel inspired – but takes action – Phil delivers.
From rock bottom to real impact
Phil Charlton’s message isn’t theory – it’s lived.
After surviving two life-altering strokes that forced him to rebuild his identity, career, and future, Phil now shares a powerful truth.
Setbacks do not define us. Our actions do.
With a background as a RAAF medic and decades of leadership, coaching, and real-world decision-making under pressure, Phil brings a rare combination of authenticity, credibility, and practical insight to every stage.
Audiences leave with:
- A clear framework to take action despite setbacks
- Practical tools to build resilience under pressure
- The mindset shift needed to move from stuck to decisive
- A deeper understanding of how to lead and perform when it matters most
- The confidence to define their vision—and act on it
Presentations to audiences both within Australia and internationally (online and in-person).
Phil has also delivered presentations to audiences of up to 250 people within national training environments, speaking on decision-making, resilience, and execution under pressure.
Phil’s presentations are tailored for:
- Corporate conferences and leadership events
- Team development and staff wellbeing programs
- Health, recovery and resilience forums
- Defence, veteran and service organisations
- Schools, education and youth leadership programs
- Community and association events
Available for events across Australia and internationally
Phil delivers inspiring keynotes that empower individuals and teams to reframe adversity and strengthen resilience.
His impactful presentations resonate with corporate teams, leadership groups, and conference audiences, motivating them to take meaningful action through workshops and discussions.
Trusted by audiences across multiple platforms
Phil’s message has resonated with a wide range of audiences across live events, community organisations and media platforms, including:
- Delivering presentations to audiences of up to 250 people within national training environments
- Speaking at events including TEDx Victor Harbor Open Mic
- Presenting to community and leadership groups such as Rotary
- Featured as a guest on podcasts, including Podcast City
- Delivered speaking engagements across multiple audience settings, both in-person and online
What people are saying
Ready to inspire your audience to take action?
If you’re looking for a keynote speaker who combines real-life adversity, leadership experience, and a message that drives action, Phil Charlton delivers an experience your audience will not forget.