Terry

Fisher

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Professional Speaker

About Terry

Terry Fisher is an award-winning educator, retired principal, and trusted professional speaker who has spent his career championing resilience, trust, and authentic leadership. Surviving a childhood marked by trauma, abuse, neglect, and the loss of a parent, Terry transformed adversity into strength — building a life and career grounded in purpose and empathy.

Across decades in education, Terry earned recognition for his innovative leadership, student-centred philosophy, and ability to cultivate trust within school communities. Today, as a professional speaker with six years of experience, he shares his journey with audiences across Australia, blending raw honesty with a wicked sense of humour and deep insight into the human spirit.

Terry’s keynotes inspire audiences to find courage in vulnerability, hope in hardship, and strength in connection — reminding us all that while our past shapes us, it never has to define us. He loves the work he does and is driven by the belief that others can grow from the lessons he’s learned. Through heartfelt storytelling and practical, hard-won insights, Terry shares the keys to building resilience and trust, helping people overcome trauma and repair the hurt that pain leaves behind.

What are people saying

  • Terry showed an honest and positive understanding of the concept of trust and he addressed his audience in a very positive way. Terry presented very professionally. I certainly learned a lot

    I loved his session.

    I’m not normally one who leaves training inspired but I ACTUALLY came away… well inspired. It was enjoyable, easy to understand engaging and I could use the information in a professional or personal situation.

    Wonderful. Loved the presentation.

    Marketing Manager Footsteps, Queensland

  • Terry has such a warm, relatable genuine presence, he is so approachable. Terry’s presentation was nothing short of inspiring It is obvious he is versed in his craft. I wish I knew this when I started my new job I would have done things differently,

    Thank you Terry for giving me extra tools and information to use at school

    Principal NSW Department of Education

  • We recently employed Terry Fisher's keytalk as part of our annual company retreat, and he was truly outstanding. The presentation was warm and inviting, with Terry proving to be highly captivating and effective in fostering an environment where our team felt comfortable sharing open and candid thoughts. This presentation has proven to be incredibly valuable for our company, yielding substantial benefits.

    Demitra Villios CEO Footsteps Australia