Becoming Your Warrior

Alex Gooch Ugarte – Adventure Filmmaker & Storyteller

Alex Gooch Ugarte is an adventure filmmaker, storyteller, and content creator who has travelled to some of the world's most remote and awe-inspiring corners. 

In his late 20’s he left his 9-5 office job in real estate to chase the dream of becoming an adventure filmmaker. Now, his self taught skills and knowledge speak for themselves, with his work as a Producer/Shooter being featured on major shows, including Alone Australia. 

From deep jungles to vast deserts, Alex embarks on different types of extreme adventures to prove that if he can do it then so can you. Whether trekking through the wild or sharing stories, Alex brings a wealth of knowledge on filmmaking, story telling, adventuring and finding ones calling in life.

📩 Follow Alex’s adventures on : https://www.youtube.com/@LifeWithGooch

Dr. Sarah Brikké, a nature lover and avid life and Earth explorer and adventurer, is the Founder and Director of Healing with Nature, a certified EcoTourism business with EcoTourism Australia, dedicated to enhancing health and well-being through nature-based therapy. As a certified Forest Therapy Guide (INFTA), Beyond Blue Business Supporter, Mental Health First Aider, and an energetic healer and alchemist, she leads immersive nature experiences that foster deeper and sacred connections to self, community, and nature. Her gentle, guiding approach inspires a sense of awe, wonder, curiosity and love for nature, leaving participants feeling more present, grounded, and uplifted by nature's beauty and energy.

Jesse's life journey encompasses diverse experiences, from early athletic success to a flourishing corporate career. 

However, a transformative adventure through Central and South America led to a profound experience, triggering a tumultuous period of self-discovery and anxiety.

Jesse emerged with a renewed purpose, dedicated to serving others and unlocking their true potential. Now settled on Australia's Gold Coast, Jesse finds solace in nature, photography, and cherished moments with loved ones while passionately serving in his coaching profession.

Nele Vandersmissen is the founder and CEO of Wondr, an organization dedicated to transformational growth. She designs and leads immersive retreats, programs, and facilitator training to help individuals and organizations step into purpose, deepen self-awareness, and create meaningful impact.

With over a decade of experience, Nele blends group psychology, Circle principles, ritual design, and conversational leadership to craft profound and actionable experiences. Rooted in nature, deep listening, and community, her work fosters reconnection with self and the world.

At the heart of Wondr is the Wondr Lab, a space where women explore new ways of leading and living through masterclasses, Circles, and guided practices. Nele believes transformation happens in relationship—with ourselves, others, and the world—bringing clarity, creativity, and purpose to all we do.