Frank Farina
Former Socceroos Coach, International Soccer Player & Keynote Speaker
Frank Farina is a soccer legend, capped 67 times for Australia, played professionally across five countries, winning multiple Player of the Year and top scorer awards. As a keynote speaker, he shares insights from his career on leadership, teamwork, and success, blending personal stories with lessons that inspire both sporting and corporate audiences.
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Frank Farina is a legendary figure in Australian soccer, renowned for his achievements both on and off the field. He was the first Australian-born coach of the Socceroos (1999–2005) and former coach of Brisbane Roar (2007–2009). In 1997, he was named Coach of the Year by the Queensland Sports Federation.
Before coaching, Frank was an internationally recognised player, capped 67 times for Australia, with a 17-year career spanning five countries. He won multiple Player of the Year, Leading Goal Scorer, and Most Entertaining Player awards, and represented Australia in World Cup campaigns, the World Youth Cup, and the Olympics.
As a keynote speaker, Frank draws on his rich experiences as both player and coach to share insights on leadership, teamwork, and the attributes of success. His engaging style combines personal anecdotes with lessons that resonate across sports and business.
Born in Darwin and raised in Papua New Guinea and Cairns, Frank remains passionate about soccer, family, and inspiring the next generation.
