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Gilbert Enoka
Gilbert Enoka
Renowned Mental Skills Coach | Leadership Consultant | High-Performance Expert
“Culture is what you create, leadership is what you model, and resilience is what you build — every day.”
Gilbert Enoka ONZM is one of the world’s most respected mental skills coaches and leadership consultants, with over two decades of experience in high-performance sports and corporate environments. Internationally acclaimed for his 23-year tenure with the New Zealand All Blacks, he served as their Mental Skills Coach and later as All Blacks Manager – Leadership. During this period, he was involved in over 300 tests, contributing to the team's remarkable achievements, including back-to-back Rugby World Cup victories in 2011 and 2015, 21 consecutive Bledisloe Cups, three Grand Slams, and multiple Tri Nations and Rugby Championships titles.
Beyond rugby, Gilbert has applied his expertise to various elite teams and organisations:
Chelsea Football Club (2023): Engaged as a consultant to enhance team culture and integrate new players, marking his first foray into football.
New South Wales Rugby League (2024): Played a pivotal role in ending a 19-year State of Origin drought by implementing mental conditioning programs that enhanced player resilience and teamwork.
Tenneco Speaking Engagement (January 2025): Delivered a keynote address in Miami, USA, sharing his expertise on mental skills and leadership with industry professionals.
As a sought-after keynote speaker, Gilbert shares insights on building mental resilience, fostering effective leadership, and creating cohesive team environments. His presentations are enriched with experiences from his tenure with elite sports teams, offering valuable lessons applicable across various industries. The booking was made by Essential Talent
Popular Speaking Topics:
Building High-Performance Cultures
Leadership Under Pressure
Mental Resilience and Emotional Strength
Team Dynamics and Cohesion
Translating Sports Psychology to Business Success
Why Book Gilbert?
Over 30 years of experience in mental skills coaching and leadership consulting
Instrumental in the success of the All Blacks, Chelsea FC, and NSW Rugby League
Engaging storyteller with practical strategies for performance enhancement
Tailors presentations to resonate with diverse audiences across industries
Clients include Fortune 500 companies, elite sports teams, and government agencies
Ideal for conferences, leadership retreats, corporate training sessions, and any event seeking to inspire excellence and resilience.
