Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that Byron Writers Festival takes place on the traditional lands of the Arakwal Bumberbin Peoples of the Bundjalung Nation. We pay respects to Elders past and present, and acknowledge them as the original storytellers of the lands and waterways of this Country.

Writer

Lisa Messenger

Lisa Messenger is a game-changing entrepreneur, international speaker, and bestselling author of 40 books. As the founder of Collective Hub, she built a global multimedia empire spanning print, digital, events, and education, inspiring entrepreneurs worldwide. With 800K+ social followers, Lisa is a trusted voice in business, innovation, and disruption. She mentors founders on creating freedom-driven businesses, leveraging AI, and scaling with impact. Her expertise spans content creation, brand strategy, and commercial growth.

Lisa is also a retreat host, guiding entrepreneurs in mindset, business, and personal brand development. A thought leader in AI, she’s embracing technology to revolutionize business, personal branding, and content strategy. From speaking on global stages to partnering with leading brands, Lisa helps individuals and businesses push boundaries and rethink success. She has interviewed and worked alongside icons like Richard Branson, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Jamie Oliver, and her insights have been featured in Forbes and HuffPost.

Passionate about living life on her own terms, she champions the mantra: ‘Work Less, Live More, Impact Always.’

Byron Writers Festival '25

Join us from 8—10 August at Bangalow Showground on Bundjalung Country

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