Suzanne Paul
Entrepreneur, bestselling author and motivational speaker inspiring people to turn setbacks into success
Overview
Suzanne Paul is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, television personality and inspirational speaker whose remarkable story of success, failure and reinvention has inspired audiences for decades. Arriving in New Zealand from England with just $18 in her pocket, Suzanne built a multi-million-dollar business empire, became a household name and later rebuilt her life and career after losing everything. Today, she shares her extraordinary journey through energetic, entertaining and highly motivational presentations that leave audiences inspired to pursue their goals regardless of the obstacles they face.
Who is Suzanne Paul?
Suzanne Paul's story is one of courage, resilience and determination. Raised in working-class poverty in Wolverhampton, England, she arrived in New Zealand in 1991 with little money but a powerful belief that she could create a better future.
Through sheer persistence, exceptional sales ability and infectious optimism, Suzanne built one of New Zealand's most successful direct marketing businesses. She became famous for creating and marketing iconic products such as Natural Glow and the Suzanne Clip, turning herself into a household name and one of the country's most recognisable entrepreneurs.
Within five years, Suzanne had become a self-made multi-millionaire, television personality and sought-after keynote speaker. Her popularity continued to grow through television appearances and her victory on Dancing with the Stars in 2007.
However, success was followed by significant financial challenges, and Suzanne ultimately lost everything and was declared bankrupt. Faced with starting over at the age of 50, she refused to give up. Instead, she rebuilt her career from the ground up, launching Suzanne Paul Petites, a fashion range designed specifically for shorter women, before helping grow the Thin Lizzy cosmetics brand throughout New Zealand and Australia.
Today, Suzanne uses her experiences to inspire others to embrace challenges, overcome setbacks and realise that success is often found on the other side of adversity.
Career Highlights
• Built one of New Zealand's most successful direct marketing businesses
• Creator of iconic products including Natural Glow and the Suzanne Clip
• Became a self-made multi-millionaire within five years of arriving in New Zealand
• Television personality and host across multiple successful programmes
• Winner of Dancing with the Stars (2007)
• Successfully rebuilt her career after bankruptcy
• Founder of Suzanne Paul Petites fashion brand
• Played a key role in expanding Thin Lizzy into New Zealand and Australian retail markets
• Author of the number-one bestselling book But Wait, There's More
Key Speaking Themes
• Personal motivation and inspiration
• Resilience and overcoming adversity
• Entrepreneurship and business success
• Sales and customer engagement
• Confidence and positive mindset
• Reinvention and starting again
• Happiness, energy and wellbeing
• Leadership and perseverance
What Your Audience Will Gain
Suzanne delivers practical lessons on resilience, positivity and achieving success through determination. Audiences gain valuable insights into overcoming setbacks, building confidence and maintaining motivation during challenging times. Her presentations are filled with humour, warmth and real-life experiences that leave people feeling energised, empowered and ready to take action.
Ideal For
• Sales conferences and business events
• Women's leadership programmes
• Entrepreneurship and startup forums
• Corporate conferences and team events
• Personal development and wellbeing programmes
• Awards evenings and gala functions
• MC and event hosting engagements
Frequently Asked Questions...
What does Suzanne Paul speak about?
Suzanne speaks about resilience, motivation, entrepreneurship, sales, confidence, positivity and overcoming adversity.
Who is Suzanne Paul?
Suzanne Paul is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, television personality and motivational speaker known for her extraordinary business success and inspiring comeback story.
What is Suzanne Paul best known for?
She is best known for building a successful direct marketing empire, creating iconic products such as Natural Glow and the Suzanne Clip, and rebuilding her life after bankruptcy.
What book has Suzanne Paul written?
Suzanne is the author of the number-one bestselling autobiography But Wait, There's More, which shares her journey from poverty to success and back again.
Why is Suzanne Paul a popular keynote speaker?
Her unique combination of humour, authenticity and lived experience creates presentations that are both entertaining and deeply inspiring.
What leadership lessons does Suzanne Paul share?
Suzanne teaches resilience, perseverance, optimism, adaptability and the importance of continuing forward when things become difficult.
Can Suzanne Paul act as an MC?
Yes. Suzanne is an experienced and highly engaging MC, bringing warmth, humour and professionalism to events of all sizes.
Is Suzanne Paul available for keynote presentations and corporate events?
Yes. Suzanne Paul is available for keynote speaking engagements, conferences, business events, awards evenings and MC roles.