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Diane Pass

Olympics Expert

Passionate presenter, inspiring tales,

‘Behind the Olympic Curtain’,

Business Professional, Company Founder, International Business Leader.

Biography

National Director Olympic Programs, Adecco, Global HR and Recruitment Giant.

Team lead, 10,000 Olympic job placements, including vexillologist and zoologist!

Author, ‘Concept of Operations for Games Workforce, Sydney 2000 Olympic Games’.

Torch Bearer, Sydney 2000, Olympic Torch Relay.

Attendee and supporter, Paralympic Games, Athens 2004, Beijing 2008, London 2012.

Past Chair, NSW Paralympic Committee and current Chair, Wheelchair Sports NSW.

RECENT CRUISES:

Celebrity Solstice, Sydney – Singapore, October 2025, 8 presentations.

Celebrity Edge, Sydney – New Zealand – Sydney, December 2025, 4 presentations.

200+ professional presentations, conferences, businesses, schools & universities, clubs.

 

PRESENTATIONS LIST

  1. Olympics, Paralympics & Torch Relay – My Story
  • Winning an Olympic Sponsorship.
  • Playing a part in the ‘world’s biggest jig-saw puzzle’, the Olympic Games.
  • Carrying the Olympic Flame in Outback Australia.
  1. Ancient Olympia – 1200 years of Olympic Games
  • Fierce competition, religious devotion, cultural celebration, pause for peace!
  • Athletes, all male, all naked! Why?
  • How and why did it all end?
  1. Olympic Torch Relay – Stories from across the Globe!
  • The most magical moments ever, including iconic cauldron lighting!
  • Themes, designs, routes, modes of transport.
  • ‘Top of the World’ to ‘Under the Sea’.
  1. Paralympic Games – A global phenomenon!
  • Second-largest multi-sport event in the world.
  • Inspiring stories of courage and triumph by ‘super-abled’ athletes.
  • Book your seats for LA28 Paralympic Games.
  1. The International Olympic Committee – IOC – Just Games or more?
  • Corrupt, or a fierce leader in the fight against corruption in sport?
  • Many other global initiatives, what are they?
  • Athlete driven ventures? Be surprised and amazed.
  • Why are there now ‘Youth Olympics’?
  1. Hosting the Olympics?
  • Who pays? Is there financial stability?
  • Are we running out of Hosts? Could the Olympics disappear?
  • What’s in it for sponsors?
  1. Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games
  • What are Winter Sports? Is there anything new?
  • Death defying sports! What are the risks?
  • The ‘most unexpected gold medal in history’.
  • Incredible stories of global champions. Be inspired!
  1. ‘Designing the Games’
  • Worldclass designs to take your breath away.
  • Visual identities, venues and fashion.
  • Competition meets creativity!
  1. ‘Memorabilia Mania’ infecting every Games – an addictive activity
  • Engaging millions of spectators, athletes and officials from every country!
  • What is collectable and why are ‘trading centres’ easily accessible?
  • What’s the purpose and value?
  1. Behind the Rings – A deep dive into a Sponsor’s Olympic Journey
  • Thrills and spills, risks and rewards.
  • Finding the right talent for 10,000 Olympic job roles.
  • Many more amusing and hair-raising stories!

SPECIAL TALK –

The ‘Big Things’ of Oz – Man Made & Natural

Well-travelled storyteller Diane Pass has explored 31 of the 52 U.S.

states, more than 60 countries, and every corner of Australia — but some

of her most unforgettable memories come from the quirkiest landmarks

of all.

Growing up in Oz means growing up with the legendary “Big Things” —

the giant roadside icons scattered across cities, towns, and tiny villages

nationwide. From oversized fruit to colossal animals and everything in

between, these playful monuments embody Australia’s unique spirit of

fun, humour, and larrikin charm. They make you laugh, pull over, and

snap a photo — whether you planned to or not.

In this entertaining and visually rich presentation, Diane shares the stories, culture, and character

behind these iconic landmarks and in a surprising twist, asks you to consider the impact of ‘Nature’s

Big Things’ in Oz. Whether you’ve already fallen in love with Australia or are dreaming of visiting one

day, you’ll leave inspired — and with a brand-new bucket list of Big Things you’ll want to see for yourself.

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Diane Pass, guest speaker, Probus (Business & Professional) Club, 2024

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