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Mark Visser
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Mark Visser


Australian big wave surfer, author, keynote speaker, mindset coach and ocean adventurer Mark Visser is the founder of The Ocean Warrior and the 2014/15 big wave paddle-in champion. Mark made history by surfing one of the world's biggest waves at Jaws (Pe'ahi), Maui, in total darkness. This was a true “world’s first” achievement, known globally as Night Rider.

Mark's feats reflect not only his passion for surfing, but also his commitment to adventure, exploration and staying connected as a team under extreme pressure. For the past 13 years Mark has been a mindset coach to some of the world's most successful individuals and organisations, including world champion surfer Kelly Slater, members of the Australian SAS and the US Navy Seals, Olympic athletes, sporting teams, and business professionals.

He specializes in emotional intelligence and helping individuals connect to their ultimate self. Since 2019, Mark has been a mindset coach for the Melbourne FC, working with head coach Simon Goodwin. The club won its first AFL premiership in 56 years, and Simon was awarded Coach of the Year.

Prior to this, Mark was involved with the Richmond FC pre-season training camps and worked directly with leadership players; the team went on to play in their first premiership in 36 years.

Keynote The Night Rider: Mastering Performance in Uncertainty August 24–26, 2026 · JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Track Record

Achievements & Impact

World's First Surfed Jaws (Pe'ahi) — one of the world's biggest waves — in complete darkness
2014/15 Big Wave Paddle-In World Champion
13+ Years coaching elite athletes, military units, and business leaders
56 Years Melbourne FC's drought broken — their first AFL premiership since 1964
36 Years Richmond FC returned to their first AFL premiership in 36 years
SAS & SEALs Mindset coach to the Australian SAS and the US Navy SEALs

“Mark became the first person in history to surf one of the world’s biggest waves at Jaws in complete darkness — a feat that redefined what is possible under pressure, known globally as Night Rider.”

Epicor Insights ANZ 2026 · Featured Keynote
Areas of Expertise

Beyond the Wave

water The Ocean Warrior

Founder of The Ocean Warrior — a platform dedicated to sharing the lessons of big wave surfing and extreme performance with leaders across the globe.

psychology Mindset Coaching

13+ years coaching world champion surfers, Olympic athletes, the Australian SAS, US Navy SEALs, and top business professionals in emotional intelligence and peak performance.

emoji_events AFL Premiership Success

Mindset coach to Melbourne FC (AFL Premiers — first title in 56 years, Coach of the Year Simon Goodwin) and Richmond FC (first premiership in 36 years).

menu_book Author & Speaker

Author and globally recognised keynote speaker — sharing lessons on leadership, teamwork, and thriving in uncertainty drawn from a lifetime pushing the limits of human potential.

*Please note that Insights attendance is limited to current Epicor customers, authorized partners, and guests only. Full conference registration includes all conference sessions, access to the Solutions Pavilion, meals, and evening events. All conference sessions and meals will take place at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Convention Center.