Max Garcia is a retired U.S. Marine Sergeant Major with a 24-year career marked by elite combat leadership and global command. Hand-selected to lead over 1,500 Marines across high-risk operations in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East, he was repeatedly promoted ahead of peers and awarded Valor by General James Mattis for heroic leadership in Iraq. Since retiring, Max is a sought-after motivational speaker and executive coach, inspiring governments, corporations, athletes, and universities worldwide.

Now, as a proud partner of The Youth Regiment, Dr Mallett brings her world-class expertise to the mission of building safer communities and transforming young lives. Leveraging the latest research and real-world data, she delivers up-to-date, actionable insights into youth crime trends and the critical importance of early intervention. Her collaboration with The Youth Regiment ensures that every program is informed by the most current evidence, empowering families, educators, and communities to prevent crime before it starts.

Matthew French is an Afghanistan veteran, entrepreneur, and nationally recognised youth development leader. As Founder and CEO of The Youth Regiment, he delivers evidence-based, military-inspired, trauma-informed programs that have supported over 3,500 young Australians, earning strong endorsements from justice, health, and law enforcement sectors. A former Co-Founder of Veteran Mentors and recipient of the Prime Minister’s Veteran Employment Award (2024), Matthew is a leading voice in youth resilience, crime prevention, and early intervention across Australia.

With over 20 years of experience as a life coach, Lynette Emert is a passionate motivational speaker and dedicated advocate specialising in domestic and family violence awareness, prevention, and teenage resilience. As the founder behind impactful youth programs and a driving force at The Youth Regiment, Lynette has devoted her career to empowering individuals and communities to create safe, supportive environments.

Lynette’s unique approach blends real-world experience, heartfelt storytelling, and actionable strategies that inspire audiences to make meaningful change. As a mother of two young adult daughters, she brings both professional expertise and genuine empathy to every stage, connecting deeply with parents, educators, and young people alike.

A sought-after guest speaker, Lynette is known for her engaging presentations on:

• Domestic and family violence awareness and prevention

• Navigating and transforming teenage behaviour

• Building resilience and self-worth in youth

• Empowering caregivers and communities to take action

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Lynette’s work is driven by the belief that everyone deserves to be heard, valued, and equipped with the tools to thrive. Her dynamic, relatable style leaves audiences motivated, informed, and ready to make a difference.