Helping people navigate life's biggest transitions.
Leadership. Belonging. Purpose. Community.
For over 35 years, Arne has helped schools, organisations and communities develop stronger leaders through the timeless principles of rites of passage.
35+ Years
Supporting leaders, schools, families and organisations
450,000+ People
Impacted through programs, workshops and keynotes
25 Countries
Sharing practical leadership around the world
OAM
Recognised with the Order of Australia for services to youth and the community
A lifetime of helping people become who they're capable of being.
For more than three decades, Arne Rubinstein has walked alongside young people, parents, educators and leaders through some of life's most significant transitions.
As the Founder of the Rites of Passage Institute, an Order of Australia Medal recipient and Australian Father of the Year, his work has influenced communities across Australia and internationally. Yet what sets Arne apart isn't simply his experience. It's his ability to create conversations that are honest, practical and deeply human.
Whether speaking to a conference of business leaders, a room of educators or a community of parents, Arne leaves people with more than inspiration. He leaves them with perspective, practical tools and a renewed sense of purpose.
Speaker Topics
Conversations that create lasting change.
Every audience is different, but the goal is always the same: helping people build stronger relationships, healthier cultures and more meaningful lives.
Leadership
1
Building courageous leaders who create trust, accountability and thriving teams.
Belonging & Community
2
Why connection sits at the heart of wellbeing, performance and culture.
Rites of Passage
3
Helping young people navigate life's transitions with confidence and purpose.
Modern Masculinity
4
Creating healthier conversations about identity, vulnerability and what it means to be a man today.
Parenting Adolescents
5
Practical guidance for raising resilient, connected young people.
Parenting Adolescents
6
Strengthening workplaces, schools and communities through belonging.
Trusted by organisations across Australia and beyond.
For more than 35 years, Arne has partnered with schools, businesses, government organisations and community leaders to deliver meaningful conversations that continue long after the event ends.
WATCH ARNE SPEAK
Every meaningful conversation begins with one story.
Experience Arne's speaking style and discover why organisations around the world invite him to speak about leadership, belonging and navigating life's biggest transitions.
“Arne guided our cohort through a profound journey of transformation, helping leaders step into who they truly want to become, aligning purpose with action. His engaging presence and understanding of transformation and leadership make him an exceptional speaker for anyone looking to drive meaningful change in their business and personal life.”
What People Are Saying
Tamsin Jones - Head of Programs Small Giants Academy“Arne has been a mentor, business advisor and a reliable sounding board that has helped our business achieve significant growth. We've impacted thousands of young men, parents and teachers across the country, grown our team exponentially and re”ceived global recognition for our best practice programs.”
Hunter Johnson - CEO The Man Cave“Arne has been an invaluable partner in developing my staff to implement Rites of Passage programs at my schools. His expertise and guidance have been instrumental in shaping these initiatives, which have become cornerstone experiences for our students. His approach blends ancient wisdom with modern educational practices, creating programs that resonate deeply.”
Nick Johnstone - Principal Bishop Druitt College“Having Arne close the Wellness Summit was the perfect end to our two day event. Not only did Arne tie up the two days in a really neat bow, he created this safe environment that allowed everyone to openly share their challenges and their plan to overcome them.
Thanks Arne, what you do is extremely powerful!”
Kris Abby - Founder of the Wellness Summit“Arne’s work is especially relevant to the corporate arena as he has a focus on how to build strong family relationships and create true work life balance. People love what he has to say and his style is highly engaging and informative as well as humorous.”
“Arne’s knowledge and understanding of adolescents and rites of passage is second to none and great at helping parents understand what children, especially adolescents are going through and how, as parents, we can connect. All attendees are guaranteed to have great take-aways from his presentations.”
Michael Traill - Former CEO Social Ventures AustraliaDana Rozner - Chapter Manager YPOThe Making of Men
One of Australia's most respected books on guiding boys into healthy manhood, The Making of Men explores why rites of passage matter now more than ever and offers practical wisdom for parents, educators and community leaders.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Leadership isn't something we learn. It's something we experience.
For those wanting to go beyond a keynote, Arne's leadership programs provide immersive experiences that challenge, inspire and transform. Designed for educators, emerging leaders and organisations, each program combines practical learning with meaningful personal growth.
Ready to create a conversation that matters?
Whether you're planning a conference, leadership retreat, school event or community gathering, Arne would love to be part of it.
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