UK born and raised, Dr Dave Arthur began travelling the world in the early 1980s — a gap year that simply never ended. A lifelong sports enthusiast, it was his enduring passion for rugby union that eventually brought him to Sydney and led to a career spanning sport education, business ownership, academia and international consulting.

Dave is the Managing Director of the Institute of Sport (iSport), where he develops and delivers innovative sport business programs, project and sport management education, and practical, on-demand learning solutions for the global sport industry. He has worked with leading sport and business organisations around the world, while maintaining a strong commitment to community and participation sport. He was a former long-term Chair of the North Coast Academy of Sport and continues to work with, and volunteer his time to many professional and grassroots sport initiatives.

Recently he has turned his attention to researching and formulating an innovative and practical starting point for people who want to understand the anger behind their behaviour - the Violent Offender Pathway Program.

Alongside his numerous professional achievements, Dave brings lived experience of mental health challenges. Having navigated his own significant struggles and supported others close to him through theirs, he chose to deepen his understanding rather than stand by. He has completed further education in the field, facilitated numerous events and conversations, and is now a Licensed Mental Fitness Specialist Facilitator.

Dave is an engaging and authentic presenter who connects easily with audiences both online and face-to-face. Drawing on leadership experience, academic insight, and personal perspective, he delivers practical, grounded learning that resonates with participants across sectors. He is passionate about building mental fitness in individuals, teams and communities - particularly within the sporting and corporate environments that have shaped much of his life.

Dave welcomes conversations and is always open to connecting and engaging.