Di Foster
Roles: Keynote Speaker, Speaker
Themes: Business, Lifestyle & Wellbeing, Motivation
More than a decade ago, Di Foster was diagnosed with terminal cancer and given a 0% chance of surviving 12 months.
Today, she is alive, vibrant and living proof that perspective can change everything.
Di’s journey through diagnosis, treatment and survival reshaped not only her life, but her understanding of resilience, purpose and what truly matters. Rather than simply surviving, she chose to rebuild — with clarity, courage and intention.
Now working as a business and mindset coach, Di helps individuals and organisations navigate challenge, uncertainty and growth. Her work draws on lived experience, practical business insight and a deep understanding of how mindset shapes outcomes. She challenges people to confront what’s holding them back and equips them with tools to move forward with strength and authenticity.
On stage, Di is honest, warm and quietly powerful. She shares her story without drama, focusing instead on perspective, possibility and personal responsibility. Her sessions are grounding, energising and deeply human — leaving audiences reflective and ready to act.
ENQUIRE NOW
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Resilience in the face of uncertainty
Perspective and mindset under pressure
Leadership through adversity
Living and working with purpose
Navigating business challenges with clarity
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Perspective Changes Everything
In this deeply personal and practical keynote, Di Foster shares her journey from a terminal cancer diagnosis to rebuilding a life and business grounded in clarity and purpose.
Blending lived experience with business insight, Di explores how perspective shapes performance, leadership and decision-making — especially in moments of uncertainty. Her message challenges audiences to reconsider what truly matters and equips them with the mindset tools to move forward with courage and intention.
Audiences leave with:
A renewed perspective on adversity and opportunity
Practical mindset shifts for navigating uncertainty
Greater clarity around purpose and priorities
The confidence to act now, not later
“Fantastic speaker, scores 11/10; you could have heard a pink drop throughout; very moving; not many dry eyes in the audience. Inspirational, extraordinary story of beating the odds. I highly recommend Di.” — Peri Drysdale, Untouched World
“Di Foster recently gave an outstanding and inspirational presentation to 230 members at the Chamber Women’s Conference. Di is a charismatic and engaging speaker who discussed her battle with cancer including the resilience and strength of human nature. A real storyteller who I highly recommend as a presenter!”— Ann Lockhart, CEO, Queenstown Chamber of Commerce
“The most inspiring people on this earth are those that take responsibility to be the best person they can possibly be and live the best life they possible can. Di Foster is the perfect example of this.”— Bridget Legnavsky, GM Cardrona Alpine Resort
