Jacinta McDonell

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About Jacinta McDonell

Jacinta McDonell is a catalyst for personal growth and a guide for individuals seeking to live a more authentic, purpose-driven life. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the human experience, Jacinta empowers others to navigate life intentionally and offers essential tools, practices, and insights derived from her own transformative journey. Jacinta made her mark in the business world when she launched the highly successful US franchise, Anytime Fitness, into the Australian market in 2008, alongside her brother, Justin. Under their leadership, Anytime Fitness grew to become Australia's number one health club chain, with over 550 clubs nationwide. Jacinta has since been inducted into The Fitness Industry Roll of Honour, an award which gives national recognition to people described as ‘game-changers’, having made an enduring contribution to the industry. Driven by a passion for using business as a force for good, Jacinta established and ran The Human Kind Project from 2015 to 2020. A not-for-profit foundation that funds life changing projects in Africa and India, the Human Kind Project connected projects to businesses to build brand equity whilst creating lasting social change by supporting The Hunger Project. Jacinta continues to advocate for The Hunger Project. From her experiences on Necker Island with Richard Branson and the Virgin Unite team to time spent in small rural villages in Malawi with The Hunger Project, Jacinta continues to challenge the way we view purpose, and leadership. She shares her insights and expertise through keynote speaking engagements, coaching other founders to grow and evolve their leadership in her latest venture, Brave Spaces, which provides transformative programs, workshops and retreats to empower individuals, team’s and leaders to lead in a more purposeful and authentic way. In a world that often pulls us away from our true selves, Jacinta draws on her rebellious spirit and courage to challenge societal expectations to help individuals cultivate self-awareness and clarity, breaking free from limiting constraints and embracing their unique paths. Beyond her professional endeavours, Jacinta is a dedicated mother of three, a proud advocate of yoga and a meditation teacher. To learn more about Jacinta and her work, visit: For All Speaking enquiries contact: jacinta@afounderspath.com