MARY-BETH HOSKING

The Woman Who Gets You Through

When it’s unbearable.
When it’s messy.
When no one else knows what to do…

She does.

Speaker • Author • Advocate for navigating life’s hardest moments

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A Voice for Life’s Hardest Chapters

Life has a way of delivering moments we never expect.

Moments that stop us in our tracks. Moments that change everything.

Mary-Beth Hosking understands those moments in a way few people do.

After experiencing the devastating loss of her husband, Mary-Beth was forced to handle one of life’s most confronting chapters while still finding a way to move forward.

By distilling over 30 years of experience navigating organisational restructures, redundancies, loss of loved ones either expected or unexpected, she has learnt how to pave a way and help others through.

Today, she brings an outlook of joy and optimism to stages, conferences and events, helping audiences explore how people navigate life’s hardest seasons.

Her message is honest, powerful and deeply human.

She knows, only too well, that the only way out is through.

Real stories.

Real insight.

Real conversations.

Her talks resonate with audiences facing change, leadership challenges, personal adversity and the unexpected turns life can bring.

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Mary-Beth has a track record of not just shaping your audiences attitude, but their outlook on life with her purpose built presentations

When Life Changes in an Instant

Life can change in a single moment. A phone call, an unexpected event, a piece of news we never saw coming. In those moments everything we thought was certain can suddenly feel unstable.

In this powerful keynote, Mary-Beth shares her own experience of navigating a life changing event and the lessons she learned about perseverance, moving forward and the journey to combat loss with joy and compassion. When the future feels completely uncertain there is a path to follow.

Getting Through the Hard Days

As each of us progresses through our lives, we form a sense of identity around our careers or our loved ones. What happens when we experience a significant change that forces us to revisit who we thought we were? These are the days when simply showing up can feel like the hardest thing in the world.

In this thought-provoking presentation, Mary-Beth explores loss of identity and how we move through this with patience, care and determination. Drawing from her personal journey and years of reflection, she shares the small but powerful choices that help people move through challenging times.

The Power of the Right People

When life becomes difficult, the people around us matter more than we often realise. Support, understanding and the right environment can make a profound difference in how we navigate challenging moments.

In this uplifting keynote, Mary-Beth explores the role of connection, community and purpose when facing adversity. She shares insights into why the right people can help us move forward and how meaningful relationships can shape the way we experience these events.

A speaker who connects with audiences where life is real

Mary-Beth’s presentations combine powerful storytelling with practical insight, helping audiences reflect on how we respond to change, adversity and the unexpected moments that shape our lives.

Mary-Beth’s Story

Mary-Beth’s journey is one of strength, determination and a deep understanding of what it means to lead and live through adversity, ultimately surviving with a sense of optimism and joy.

After experiencing the sudden loss of her husband, she found herself navigating grief, uncertainty and the challenge of rebuilding her life whilst honouring his.

Through that experience, Mary-Beth discovered powerful insights about survival, support, perspective and the small steps that help people move forward when everything feels overwhelming.

Today, she shares her vision with audiences, bringing inspiration, honesty, and compassion to every stage she steps onto.

Her belief is there is joy in the most difficult times, you just need to be open to it.

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Author & Advocate

Mary-Beth is the author of three books that explore transformation, life, resilience, leadership and the human capacity to continue moving forward even under difficult circumstances.

Her writing combines honesty, lived experience and practical insight, offering readers a deeply personal perspective on navigating life’s challenges.

Her upcoming speaking work is inspired by the themes explored in her fourth book, which focuses on navigating the moments that change everything.

Bring Mary-Beth to Your Event

Mary-Beth Hosking is a speaker who connects with audiences through authenticity, lived experience and powerful storytelling.

Her presentations invite audiences to reflect, connect and explore new perspectives on navigating life’s difficult chapters.

She inspires and brings a sense of joy to every participant, challenging them to see situations differently and embrace their journey with grace and compassion.

Mary-Beth speaks at conferences, corporate events, leadership programs and community organisations.

If you are looking for a speaker who brings depth, honesty and meaningful impact to the stage, Mary-Beth would love to be part of your next event.

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