Dan Carter
Former All Black Champion, Thought Leader, Inspiring Leadership, Resilience and Peak Performance On and Off the Field
why book dan?
- Dan Carter remains the all-time highest point scorer in Test rugby history (1,598 points) and is a three-time World Rugby Player of the Year, underscoring his elite-level mindset.
- He blends raw sporting excellence with real-world leadership and purpose. He knows what it takes to perform under pressure, lead a team, and then reinvent purpose beyond his playing days.
- Dan draws on authentic global success, business-and-social impact experience, and a relatable story that resonates in boardrooms as well as auditoriums — his journey spans sport, family, charity and enterprise.
Biography
Dan Carter is widely regarded as one of the greatest fly-halves in rugby history and now channels that elite-level mindset into inspiring audiences worldwide. With 112 caps for the New Zealand All Blacks and an unmatched 1,598 Test-match points over his international career, his achievements speak volumes.
Born in Leeston, New Zealand, Dan’s professional journey began with provincial Canterbury in 2002 and soon advanced to the Super Rugby powerhouse Crusaders. He made his All Blacks debut in 2003 and went on to help his country win the Rugby World Cup in 2011 and again in 2015.
Throughout his playing career Dan demonstrated more than elite skill — he embodied clarity under pressure, team leadership in the most intense environments, and a relentless refusal to settle. He once described his challenge as: “to play at the highest level consistently for a long period of time.”
Having hung up his boots in 2021, Dan is now dedicated to translating his sporting excellence into actionable insights for business leaders, teams and individuals seeking to raise their performance, build resilience and thrive under pressure.
He works cleanly across sectors, drawing from vast experience in both the domestic and international arenas, and tailors his presentations so that audiences leave with practical strategies — not just inspiration.
Whether discussing high-pressure decision-making, building a team culture of trust and accountability, or navigating major transitions, Dan offers a unique vantage point: elite sport, global success, and now real-world leadership. His talks are crafted to engage, challenge and support organisations to unlock their full potential.
Topics
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Peak Performance & High-Pressure Leadership
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Building Team Culture & Collaborative Excellence
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Resilience, Mind-Set & Transitioning Successfully
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Leadership Under Pressure: Decision-Making When It Counts
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From Sporting Success to Corporate Success: Lessons in Adaptation
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Driving Excellence in Performance Teams
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The Game-Changer Mindset: Creating Lasting Impact
Dan Carter
Masterclasses
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