Meet the team
Being mindful of those living with a mind full.
PASSION
DEDICATION
COMPASSION
Mindfull Aus is extremely proud of the incredibly inspiring and compassionate people who have come together to spread the most important message, that of Acceptance & Hope.
Mindfull Aus understands the task at hand in reducing statistics lost to Suicide & the stigma associated with Mind health is far greater than just one individual or group of people, as we seek out opportunities to work with collectively as many people as we can to inflict a much bigger more powerful and beneficial social change and voice.
Matt Runnalls
CEO & Founder
Matt Runnalls is a passionate mental health advocate dedicated to fostering awareness, acceptance, education, and connection within communities to combat the global stigma surrounding mental health and suicide.
Drawing from his own lived experiences and the heartbreaking loss of friends, Matt aims to create open platforms for communication, encouraging individuals and communities to address and manage their well-being.
In 2016, fueled by a rediscovery of hope and kindness, Matt founded Mindfull Aus at just 24 years old. As a full-time advocate, he has delivered over 3000+ speeches, keynotes, workshops, and events across Australia, including 9 tours of the United States. His impactful presence extends to global forums, where he has facilitated for leading mental and behavioral health organizations and conferences.
A perpetual learner, Matt has studied under renowned experts, including Wim Hof, Tony Robbins, Simon Sinek, Dr. Brené Brown, Tom Bilyeau, Deepak Chopra, and Kevin Hines. He holds certifications in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Breathwork & Meditation, Sciences of Wellbeing, Intro to Psychology & Counselling, Emotional Intelligence, and Quantum Learning at California State University.
As a change agent and award-winning International Speaker, Matt is also a best-selling author of Nobody Can Save Me. He is one of Australia’s most sought-after voices in mental health and wellness, equipping audiences with practical tools and strategies from world-renowned thought leaders. His compelling personal story, combined with diverse lifestyle practices and mindsets, empowers individuals to pursue true well-being and an unstoppable future.
Matt's commitment to breaking the silence surrounding mental health positions him as an influential figure and a catalyst for positive change on a global scale.
BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Steven Browning - Chairperson
Sophie Cohen - Director
Andrew Runnalls - Director
Tegan McKay - Advisory Psychologist
Heather Yelland - Practice Advisor
MINDFULL
AMBASSADORS
Troy Jones - Perth to Sydney (Ultra Runner)
Tom Papley - Sydney Swans
Bailey Humphrey - Gold Coast Suns
FACILITATORS &
PROGRAM DELIVERY
Dave Wakefield
Naomi Walsh
Jack Symes
Trish Porter
Liam O’Connell
Shane Kelton
Bree Downey
Isabelle Russell
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