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RESILIENCE EXPERT, AUTHOR, SPEAKER
A Journey of Resilience, Inspiration and Awesomeness!
Award-winning personal trainer, group exercise instructor, speaker, and coach Leanne Sklavenitis was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2017 and given a prognosis of 2 to 5 years. Despite the challenges, MND has not dampened Leanne’s determination to live life passionately.
Her story continues to inspire others as she provides practical strategies for building resilience and offers a fresh perspective on facing life’s challenges.
Hear how Leanne came to terms with being diagnosed with a terminal illness and continues her mission to Be Awesome Every Day!
AUSactive Lifetime Award & Roll of Honour
The AUSactive National Awards Program has a long-standing and proud history that recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievement of the Australian Active Health and Exercise industry. The awards reinforce AUSactive’s vision to activate the nation Every body. Every way. Every day.
“It was also a privilege to induct Leanne Sklavenitis, Nigel Benton, Katrina Edwards and Harry Konstantinou onto the AUSactive Roll of Honour and present the Chair’s Award to Geoff Lord from Belgravia Group.
“Your dedication to the Australian active health and fitness industry is phenomenal and this was evidenced by the standing ovation both Geoff and Leanne received when accepting their awards. We thank you all for the ongoing passion and commitment!”
Barrie Elvish, CEO, AUSactive
2024 WNA Impact Award WINNER
I am so proud to be recognised for my commitment to raising the level of awareness, acceptance and visibility of those living with MND. Finding my purpose has fuelled my fire to continue living an awesome life despite my challenges, and to motivate others to do the same.
The WNA Impact Awards acknowledge the contribution of extraordinary women making a positive impact in alignment with the WNA Mission.
- Provide strong network of contacts and a sharing culture
- Provide access to professional and personal development information in a unique and supportive business environment
- Inspire and encourage women to develop professional strategies and skills for success in business
- Provide a platform for like-minded individuals to share information, ideas and knowledge and bring about positive change for women and girls
- Provide a forum for the recognition of women’s achievements and create role models for young women to aspire to
- Lift the level of awareness, acceptance and visibility of women and the talents and resources they contribute to the community and the economy.
Recipient 2024 Blue Cornflower Day Award
Presented to Leanne in recognition of her efforts to increase awareness about Motor Neurone Disease and for being awesome every day and inspiring others to do the same.
