Jeremy Rolleston – Speaker Profile
Jeremy Rolleston is an inspiring and engaging speaker who draws on a lifetime of experience across elite sport, business and personal growth. With a background that spans two Olympic Games, international rugby and senior corporate roles, he delivers powerful insights into resilience, leadership and high performance. His presentations are grounded in authenticity, shaped by both remarkable achievements and deeply challenging moments.
From Rugby Fields to the Olympic Stage
Jeremy’s sporting journey began in rugby, where he represented Australia across multiple teams including the Australian Universities side, the Australian Legends team and the Australian B (Legends) sevens team. He also played professionally in Italy for Rovigo.
His transition from rugby to bobsleigh is a story in itself. Within a short time, he rose to become a pilot for Australia’s bobsleigh team. At the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Jeremy achieved Australia’s equal best-ever result in the 2-man bobsleigh—an extraordinary feat given it was his first full season as a pilot.
At the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, Jeremy faced one of the most public and challenging moments of his career when he was involved in a dramatic crash on a notoriously dangerous track. In the face of adversity, he demonstrated composure, dignity and sportsmanship, embodying the true spirit of an Olympian.
Following his Olympic career, Jeremy continued to compete and achieved further success, winning two world titles at the World Surf Life Saving Championships in France in 2014.
Business Leadership and Entrepreneurial Success
Alongside his sporting career, Jeremy built an impressive corporate path. He has held senior roles including Executive Director at Goldman Sachs JBWere, General Manager at Perpetual Investments and Managing Director at Artesian Venture Partners.
Today, he is CEO of Active8me, an award-winning digital health and wellness business. His experience across investment banking, venture capital and entrepreneurship gives him a unique perspective on leadership, performance and navigating change in high-pressure environments.
Speaking That Connects and Inspires
Jeremy’s presentations are known for their energy, honesty and impact. He combines powerful visual content, including jaw-dropping Olympic bobsleigh footage, with personal storytelling that resonates with audiences at every level.
He has spoken globally to a wide range of audiences—from executive boards to crowds of over 10,000 students. His media appearances include Sunrise, The Today Show, Sky News, Fox Sports, Channel News Asia, Kerri-Anne and Wide World of Sports.
Audiences consistently highlight his ability to connect, inspire and deliver practical takeaways that can be applied immediately. His message is clear: success is built through resilience, mindset and the willingness to push beyond limits.
Key Takeaways and Impact
In his presentations, Jeremy equips audiences with tools and perspectives they can use in both professional and personal settings:
- Building resilience through setbacks and uncertainty
- Developing a high-performance mindset
- Leading with authenticity and purpose
- Turning challenges into opportunities for growth
- Maintaining focus and discipline under pressure
Author, Ambassador and Leader
Jeremy is also the author of A Life That Counts, a book featuring contributions from ten well-known Australians, focusing on purpose and meaningful achievement.
Beyond speaking and business, he contributes to the wider community as a board member of the NSW Olympians Club and as an ambassador for the Global Poverty Project and the Australia Day Council.
Book Jeremy Rolleston for Your Event
When you book Jeremy Rolleston, you bring more than a speaker to your stage. You bring a powerful voice shaped by experience at the highest levels of sport and business. His ability to engage, challenge and inspire makes him a strong choice for organisations looking to drive performance, resilience and meaningful change.