Diane Demetre
Inspiring Leaders to Bridge the Great Generational Divide™ and become BOLD thinkers with BRAVE hearts who make a BIG difference.
Diane Demetre is an award-winning business leader, author of a dozen books, keynote speaker, and expert in transformational leadership, blending over 40 years of multi-industry experience with a deep understanding of human potential. Her career, marked by entrepreneurial success and corporate excellence, spans leadership roles in the luxury tourism, national transport, and airline services sectors. She has consistently demonstrated a forward-thinking approach, positioning herself as a leader in business transformation and operational excellence.
As General Manager and Business Partner of QANTAS Valet, Diane led a national, business-wide transformation that redefined industry standards. Under her strategic direction, QANTAS Valet achieved ISO accreditation, establishing a benchmark for operational excellence across the nation. Her pioneering leadership reduced staff attrition to below 5% while maintaining Qantas' highest Customer Satisfaction Monitor Scores. Diane's expertise in quality management, strategic planning, human resources, and risk management, coupled with her ability to foster a culture of engagement and excellence, drove sustained business success.
Diane also made significant strides in the luxury tourism sector, owning and operating the award-winning Tamanu on the Beach Resort & Spa. Through innovative marketing campaigns, streamlined operations, and a strong commitment to sustainable tourism, she positioned the resort as a premier destination in the South Pacific. Tamanu on the Beach garnered global recognition, earning TripAdvisor’s 'Best Resort' award for three consecutive years.
Her role as National Quality Manager at Equity Transport Group further cemented her reputation as a leader in corporate change. Diane spearheaded and achieved ISO accreditation across multiple state offices, earning the company the National Quality Association’s Gold Award for three consecutive years Diane’s ability to navigate diverse business environments and implement innovative solutions has been recognized with numerous awards, including an International Women’s Day Leader Award and the title of Most Empowering Leadership & Mindset Speaker 2024 by the Australian Enterprise Awards. Her proven mastery of leadership continues to inspire organizations to rethink how they lead and succeed.
An engaging and dynamic speaker, Diane brings unparalleled energy to every presentation. Drawing from her extensive background in theatre and media, she masterfully captivates audiences, moving them to action with her bold and inspiring delivery. Diane’s Luminary Leadership provides a transformative framework for leaders to accelerate their growth and success. Her approach is grounded in science and psychology, offering attendees practical, actionable strategies that foster peak performance and sustained organizational impact. Diane’s ability to combine visionary insights with high-energy engagement ensures that her message resonates deeply, leaving audiences not only inspired but equipped to forge forward facing futures.
Diane Demetre is an award-winning business leader, author of a dozen books, keynote speaker, and expert in transformational leadership, blending over 40 years of multi-industry experience with a deep understanding of human potential. Her career, marked by entrepreneurial success and corporate excellence, spans leadership roles in the luxury tourism, national transport, and airline services sectors. She has consistently demonstrated a forward-thinking approach, positioning herself as a leader in business transformation and operational excellence.
As General Manager and Business Partner of QANTAS Valet, Diane led a national, business-wide transformation that redefined industry standards. Under her strategic direction, QANTAS Valet achieved ISO accreditation, establishing a benchmark for operational excellence across the nation. Her pioneering leadership reduced staff attrition to below 5% while maintaining Qantas' highest Customer Satisfaction Monitor Scores. Diane's expertise in quality management, strategic planning, human resources, and risk management, coupled with her ability to foster a culture of engagement and excellence, drove sustained business success.
Diane also made significant strides in the luxury tourism sector, owning and operating the award-winning Tamanu on the Beach Resort & Spa. Through innovative marketing campaigns, streamlined operations, and a strong commitment to sustainable tourism, she positioned the resort as a premier destination in the South Pacific. Tamanu on the Beach garnered global recognition, earning TripAdvisor’s 'Best Resort' award for three consecutive years.
Her role as National Quality Manager at Equity Transport Group further cemented her reputation as a leader in corporate change. Diane spearheaded and achieved ISO accreditation across multiple state offices, earning the company the National Quality Association’s Gold Award for three consecutive years Diane’s ability to navigate diverse business environments and implement innovative solutions has been recognized with numerous awards, including an International Women’s Day Leader Award and the title of Most Empowering Leadership & Mindset Speaker 2024 by the Australian Enterprise Awards. Her proven mastery of leadership continues to inspire organizations to rethink how they lead and succeed.
An engaging and dynamic speaker, Diane brings unparalleled energy to every presentation. Drawing from her extensive background in theatre and media, she masterfully captivates audiences, moving them to action with her bold and inspiring delivery. Diane’s Luminary Leadership provides a transformative framework for leaders to accelerate their growth and success. Her approach is grounded in science and psychology, offering attendees practical, actionable strategies that foster peak performance and sustained organizational impact. Diane’s ability to combine visionary insights with high-energy engagement ensures that her message resonates deeply, leaving audiences not only inspired but equipped to forge forward facing futures.
