This year for our annual Building Awesome Young Men (BAYM) Breakfast event we are joined by James Laughlin. James stands at the forefront of High-Performance Leadership and Personal Mastery, earning global recognition as a pioneering strategist in the field. As a highly sought-after international keynote speaker, James captivates and inspires diverse audiences worldwide with his compelling insights and transformative messages. His extensive experience spans working with elite performers and leading organizations, including professional athletes, influential CEOs, and multinational corporations, empowering them to lead with unwavering conviction and achieve remarkable success.

Beyond his strategic expertise, James' extraordinary journey as a musician, marked by seven world championship titles, showcases his exceptional ability to foster talent and cultivate winning mindsets. His remarkable feat of leading an underdog team to world championship glory has become a testament to his leadership prowess and strategic acumen.

In his pivotal role as the mental skills coach for Canterbury Rugby—one of the southern hemisphere's most esteemed professional sports teams—James applies his understanding of resilience and peak performance to enhance the team's competitive edge.

Further amplifying his influence, James hosts the #1 ranked Lead on Purpose podcast on Apple Podcasts, where he engages with a global audience by interviewing world-renowned leaders, Fortune 500 CEOs, and industry giants. Through this platform, James shares invaluable leadership insights and strategies, reinforcing his status as a luminary in the realms of leadership and personal mastery.

Cost of ticket includes breakfast and coffee/tea/juice. Student tickets are subsidized by Youth NZ Ltd to reduce barriers to access.