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MARIEKE D’CRUZ (nee Guehrer)Olympian, Political and Sports Commentator

HAVING RECENTLY RETIRED FROM THE POOL, MARIEKE D’CRUZ IS AN AUSTRALIAN OLYMPIAN & WORLD CHAMPION SPRINT BUTTERFLY AND FREESTYLE SWIMMER WITH NUMEROUS INTERNATIONAL MEDALS AND TWO WORLD RECORDS.

After a swimming career spanning more than 17 years,

there’s no doubt Marieke is an incredible athlete. Out

of the pool she is just as engaging – an intelligent and

insightful young woman, Marieke sees her role as an

athlete as the perfect platform to engage in a life and a

career where she can truly make a difference. Marieke

is also the President of the Australian Swimmers’

Association, a sometime television presenter, model and

a corporate keynote speaker.

Passionate about educating others, Marieke is

experienced in delivering keynote presentations for

corporates; using her experiences as an athlete to help

inspire & motivate employees to achieve their best. Some

of the topics she covers include: high-pressure decision

making; talent vs. hard work; motivation & goal setting;

and leadership.

Having completed her university degree whilst training

for the Olympics, Marieke also has a deep interest in

public policy, with the topics of education, health, the

environment and sustainability holding a special place

in her heart. She is currently working with the McKell

Institute in their research and policy team, as well as

completing her Masters of Public Policy at The University

of Sydney.

Media trained and at ease in front of the camera, in

2012, unable to compete herself at the London Olympic

Games, Marieke appeared several times on Channel Ten’s

Late News, commenting on the days’ swimming events.

Well-spoken and articulate, on-screen and off, Marieke

communicates with a level of confidence and candour

that belies her years and experience.

Marieke is available for media interviews and

appearances, speaking opportunities, PR and advertising

campaigns, TV and radio presenting.

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