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An Early Adopter is someone who registered by the first registration
deadline and has paid the summit fee in full. By being an Early Adopter, there are extra bonuses coming your way including an exclusive invitation to the Early Adopters Club Reception, going into the draw for a FREE ticket to attend the Global Speakers Summit in 2028, as well as preferential seating throughout the summit...just to mention a few.
A Super Early Bird is someone who registered by the first registration deadline and paid the summit fee in installments. A Super Early Bird is NOT an Early Adopter.
So don't miss your opportunity to become an Early Adopter, register now.
BE PART OF THE
Early Adopters' Club
Do you want to be featured here for everyone to recognise that you are one of the Early Adopters?
An Early Adopter is someone who registered by the first registration deadline and has paid the summit fee in full. By being an Early Adopter, there are extra bonuses coming your way including an exclusive invitation to the Early Adopters Club Reception, going into the draw for a FREE ticket to attend the Global Speakers Summit in 2028, as well as preferential seating throughout the summit...just to mention a few.
A Super Early Bird is someone who registered by the first registration deadline and paid the summit fee in installments. A Super Early Bird is NOT an Early Adopter.
So don't miss your opportunity to become an Early Adopter, register now.
Early Adopters' Club
Tim Gard
Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE, is a Hall of Fame speaker and resilience expert...
known for his humorous and dynamic presentations that enhance productivity and teach stress management. With a 25-year career spanning over 3000 events worldwide, Tim combines his early experiences in a variety of high-stress roles with practical techniques that resonate universally. A Navy veteran, author, and inventor, Tim's unique philosophy of using humor to defuse stress ensures his strategies on resilience and conflict resolution leave a lasting impact.
Iris Zeppezauer
Iris Zeppezauer is an executive coach, speaker, and author...
She has worked for international companies where she held leading positions in marketing and business development – until she founded her own consulting business SEKUNDE EINS. Iris has worked with numerous top executives and professionals. Her passion is helping people unfold their power and create an authentic style in leading and presenting their topics.
Eva Koeck-Eripek
Eva Köck-Eripek is one of the world's 20 and Europe's only...
Certified Image Master. As an Image consultant, Trainer and Keynote Speaker, as well as one of the leading experts in Image design and Personal Branding, she has been accompanying her clients worldwide for 35 years. These include international companies, personalities from various business fields who want to emphasize their authenticity. Eva is the CEO of IMAGE INSTITUT and has her own TV column on Austrian Television. She is author for magazines, book author and president of the Austrian Association for Image Consulting.
Jane Anderson
With over 20 years experience as a keynote speaker,..
the author of 13 books and voted in the top 3 branding experts in the world, Jane has helped over 150,000 people to elevate their influence in their businesses and careers. She has been featured on Sky Business, The Today Show, The Age, Sydney Morning Herald, BBC & Management Today. Obsessed with helping female consultants to find fulfilment, fun and freedom Jane typically mentors and delivers programs for female B2B thought leaders consultants looking to grow their practices.
Miroslav Bardovic
Miroslav Bardović is a speaker, best-selling author and...
speaker trainer. With over 12 years of experience working in diverse stage environments and presenting internationally, he has delivered a Tedx talk and presented for companies such as Lululemon, Swinburne University and Hyatt Hotels and has been featured across mainstream media (Ch #9, The Age, Sydney Morning Herald). He is the founder of the Enlivened Speaking Institute and has written an academic thesis on the use of embodied presence for engagement in group dynamics with Monash University - Australia’s Leading Education University, which later became his bestselling book Give Them Goosebumps: Utilise The Power of Presence To Own The Stage of Communication. His message and ‘off the beaten path’ approach speaks to thought leaders, visionaries, progressive educators and transformational leaders who are empowered to embrace a deeper, more conscious way of communicating through mind, body and spirit.
Jonathan Low
Jonathan Low centers his conference keynote speaking...
and leadership coaching work with associations, organizations and senior executives to measurably improve their leadership effectiveness, growth development, and business performance especially in the areas of Sales Performance, Service Quality, Leadership Communication, and Team Development. He believes that "Increased self-awareness accelerates professional relations and business success". A Global Speaking Fellow, Certified Speaking Professional and ICF Master Certified Coach, Jonathan has successfully delivered his transformational keynotes to global audiences, improving performance and productivity in them. He is also the author of the book “Winning Clients’ Loyalty – 7 Proven Practices to Convert Clients into Amazing Fans”, and co-authors - Pinnacle of Influence - Pinnacle of Influence - How The World's Greatest Thought Leaders Became Global Gurus”
Chris Wildeboer
Chris Wildeboer is a speaker, facilitator, and the founder of...
Balance Central, a practice where she empowers clients worldwide through transformative programs. With over two decades of experience in personal development, Chris has become a sought-after voice, known for her ability to inspire and transform audiences with her relatable, down-to-earth style. Chris combines proven methodologies, intuitive insight, and a deep understanding of human behaviour to create sustainable transformations. She is known for her ability to inspire and motivate audiences with her authentic and relatable style. Chris thrives on helping people reconnect with their inner strength and embrace meaningful change.
Jeffrey Owens
Jeff Owens, CSP, CTM, is a human interaction expert,..
former hostage negotiator, and business executive who delivers transformative presentations that elevate influence, reduce conflict, and increase collaboration. Using real-word examples from decades of experience in high-pressure environments ranging from life-and-death crisis, to leading teams to success, his dynamic presentations provide unique insights and practical strategies for leadership, influence, and conflict resolution. Jeff has been inducted into the Virtual Speakers Hall of Fame, the Hawaii Speakers Hall of Fame, and named as Hawaii’s “Top Cop” by the Law Enforcement and Security Coalition of Hawaii.
Suzanne Rath
Suzanne Rath is a multi-award-winning business owner,...
endurance athlete, and keynote speaker on Endurance Leadership. Drawing on over 20 years in healthcare and her experience founding Wellness Embodied—a 4 location allied health clinic—Suzanne inspires high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, and teams to reclaim energy and lead with resilience. Her signature keynotes and coaching programs are built on her ENDURE framework, translating the mindset and strategies of endurance athletes into tools for high performance in business, leadership, and life.
Laura Baxter
Laura Baxter is an award-winning international speaker,...
singer, best-selling author, TEDx Coach, TEDx Speaker and publisher. Both in her work as a voice and leadership presence coach as well as in her publishing company, Castle Mount Media, she is dedicated to helping you find your voice, powerfully communicate your message and grow your platform.
Antoni Lacinai
Antoni Lacinai is a Workplace Communication Expert...
who delivers keynotes and master classes worldwide on Compassionate leadership, Care-centric communication, and Empathy-driven employee engagement. He makes communication easy - so that strategies become reality. Antoni has also written and co-written 14 business books and hundreds of columns for different magazines. His creative side is visible in that he does his own illustrations that he uses on stages, and he has written a radio theater play, a novel, and he has released one (1) public song on Spotify
Tracey McGrath
Tracey McGrath is a corporate psychologist and behaviour change...
specialist who has advised senior leaders across Australia since 1993. Based in Perth, she has delivered over 600 tailored programs that shift workplace behaviour, embed emotionally intelligent leadership, and enable strategic conversations that stick. Her clients include BHP, Rio Tinto, AICD, and the Coles Group. Known for translating behavioural science into practical results, Tracey brings clarity and momentum to complex leadership challenges. She also hosts a long-running radio program and holds an international WOW! Award for excellence in customer experience.
Cyriel Kortleven
Cyriel Kortleven represented in numbers:
1 global speaker - author 5 business books - spoke in 40 countries on 5 continents - 21 years of experience - 44 people in the world received the Global Speaking Award (I'm one of them) - 50 years on this planet - 50 days/year working abroad - 333+ recommendations Linkedin - 200 obstacles conquered at the longest obstacle run in the world - loves 1 beautiful wife - 1 mission: 'Don't mind the change. Change your Mind.'
Nienke Bloem
Nienke Bloem CSP, CCXP is a global Customer Experience...
thought leader, business speaker, and author. With over 11 years on international stages, she combines strategy, energy, and Dutch honesty in every keynote. A true entrepreneur, she built a strong brand through CX education, speaking, the CX Game, and two books. For seven years, she’s hosted her own podcast. While she usually works with CX and business leaders, this GSS keynote is tailored for speakers—showing how customer love fuels relationships and growth. Her promise? Making Customer Experience Work. Always. And yes, always in her signature blue dress.
Dr. Celina Peerman
Dr. Celina is an organizational psychologist, CSP® ...
global keynote, and 2x TEDx speaker who brings humor, strategy, and heart to every stage. Known for her “words to say,” she helps leaders solve real-world challenges in change, growth, and people development.
Mel Sherwood
Mel Sherwood is a Communication and Personal Impact...
Speaker and Founder of The RED Effect™. She works with business leaders and teams in various sectors. An Australian now living in Scotland, Mel is a PSAUKI Fellow and combines over 25 years’ experience in business with a background as an actor, presenter and singer.
Nicole Van Valen
Nicole Van Valen, MS, LMFT, SHRM-SCP, is a keynote speaker,...
resilience expert, and mental health strategist from The Bahamas. She is a member of the Virtual Speakers Association International (VSAI) and the National Speakers Association (NSA), and serves as Board Member at Large for the Florida Speakers Association and the Black National Speakers Association. As CEO of Keane Insights and author of The Joyful Leader, Nicole helps speakers and leaders turn adversity into opportunity through actionable, evidence-based strategies. Her work empowers professionals to navigate stress, avoid burnout, and build sustainable, joyful careers and organizational cultures.
Dave Greenberg
Dave Greenberg is one of New Zealand’s longest-serving...
rescue helicopter crewmen, completing nearly 4,000 missions across his 25-year career aboard a rescue helicopter based in Wellington, New Zealand. Today, Dave brings his wealth of experience to Australasian organisations operating in high-risk and high-pressure environments. He focuses on implementing proven frameworks that enable organisations to transition swiftly from chaos to control in high-stakes situations. He has also developed a programme for speakers and other small to medium enterprises to help them ensure they are ready for their worst working day.
Julia Grace
International keynote speaker, educator, author and...
recording artist Julia Grace teaches audiences worldwide how to ‘Be Kind to Your Mind’. Her unique blend of Science, Story, Song and lived experience of depression and anxiety will leave you laughing, crying and most of all, learning. Take your conference, workplace, school or group to the next level with Julia Grace!
Cristy Burne
An expert in science communication and creativity,...
Cristy specialises in making complex ideas accessible, engaging, and memorable. She has worked with some of the world's most renowned institutions, including CERN (home of the Large Hadron Collider), Questacon (in a science circus), CSIRO (as editor of Scientriffic magazine). The author of 18 books for children, Cristy is on a mission to spark curiosity, innovation and human connection. She loves chocolate, fears sky-diving and once (accidentally) exploded sewage on her neighbour.
Joe Curcillo
Joe Curcillo is the Maestro of integration. A trial attorney turned...
strategist, entertainer, and keynote speaker who helps leaders think across disciplines and connect the dots others miss. With a career that blends courtroom command, stage presence, and boardroom strategy, Joe brings humor, clarity, and fresh perspective to every audience. Whether he’s guiding teams out of silos or unlocking new ways to lead, Joe doesn’t just talk—he tunes the room like a conductor with a full symphony.
Karen Jacobsen
Perhaps her speaking voice has given you directions in your...
car or phone as the Original Australian Voice of “Siri”. From that one voice-over booking Karen created her empowerment brand The GPS Girl®, giving directions for life and business and showing how to navigate change powerfully with the 5 Directions for "Recalculating". An International Speaker and Concert Performer, both live and virtually, she has been a TEDx Speaker and Global Artist in Residence at High Point University. Karen has also enjoyed wide international media coverage, including the NBC Today Show, ABC World News Tonight, the CBS Early Show, NY Daily News, Glamour magazine and was named one of People Magazine's Most Intriguing People. She was told she had made it when named as a clue in The New York Times crossword puzzle, but particularly enjoyed Harry Connick Jr calling her “hypnotic” on his national US talk show. A prolific songwriter and Recording Artist Karen is currently working on her 15th studio album. She is the Composer for the AIR nominated “Misogyny Opus” pop orchestra work, and her one woman musical memoir “Mackay to Manhattan.” An Author, Karen has written two books; The GPS Girl's Road Map for Your Future, and Recalculate - Directions for Driving Performance Success. Along with her creative projects, her husband, son, business and global travel schedule, she knows exactly what it is like to Recalculate daily.
Nicolai Christ
Nicolai Christ is an internationally recognized speaker, coach, and...
trainer specializing in sales performance and self-leadership. With a background in computer science, psychology and an MBA, he has over two decades of experience enhancing leadership and sales capabilities across more than 50 countries. His unique approach combines academic knowledge with practical expertise, delivering engaging and transformative sessions. Nick is known for his dynamic style, blending humor and interaction to inspire sustainable performance improvements. He is the founder of "nicolai christ & friends – performance architects," offering tailored coaching and training solutions for organizations worldwide.
Susan Luke Evans
Susan Luke Evans uses her hands-on CEO experience, proven consulting...
and coaching skills, plus superb presentation abilities to assist her clients in over 50 countries on 6 continents. Combining her 50+ years of experience with her expertise, she helps others in creating, crafting, and modifying stories to use in presentations, organizational communication strategies, and marketing campaigns. As a CSP and a Global Speaking Fellow, she assists leaders in elevating their messages to create flexible, engaged workplaces, maximizing their personal ROI’s (Return on Influence). Her recent International Best Seller, Return on Influence, provides specific examples and strategies used by her clients.
Carolyn Shaw
Carolyn Shaw is Head of Organisational Development (OD), bridging talent and...
leadership to activate strategy through people. A former finance executive turned culture shaper, Carolyn has spent two decades helping businesses build better leaders from the inside out. Whether she’s designing strategy, running talent programs, or speaking on stage, she’s all about elevating leadership that goes beyond telling, to transforming. Powered by coffee, curiosity, and a penchant for crossing both literal and metaphorical bridges.
Nikolai A. Behr
Dr. Nikolai A. Behr is a communication expert and CEO of DIKT GmbH, specializing...
in executive training and corporate media production. With over 40 years of experience in TV journalism, media training, and leadership communication, he has coached top executives, managers, and board members globally. Known for his expertise in crisis communication, leadership, and media strategy, Dr. Behr helps clients communicate with clarity and impact. He is also a keynote speaker, guest lecturer, business angel, and board member of International Committee: Journalists Help e.V. His keynotes and workshops focus on effective communication for leadership success.
Rahul Karan Sharma
Rahul Karan Sharma is a globally recognized leadership development...
expert, mindset coach, and thought leader with over 20 years of experience empowering professionals to lead with confidence and purpose. As the Founder of Steady Steps and creator of the Confident Leader Framework (CLIMB), Rahul helps emerging leaders overcome self-doubt, unlock their potential, and drive sustainable impact. A sought-after keynote speaker and bestselling author of Be Action Oriented, he blends practical insights with transformative mindset strategies. Rahul’s mission is to shape the next generation of inspiring leaders by fostering self-awareness, resilience, and authentic influence in workplaces across the globe.
Gijs Hillmann
Gijs Hillmann is an international corporate trainer, executive coach, and keynote speaker...
specializing in cultural diversity, unconscious bias, team development, and inclusive leadership. With deep expertise across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Gijs helps organizations build effective, culturally intelligent teams and leaders. Through CultureBeatz, their consultancy, they deliver practical, high-impact programs that enhance leadership capability in operational environments. Their approach blends strategic insight with grounded, real-world application, making them a trusted partner for global organizations navigating complexity and change.
Kristin Arnold
Award-winning author Kristin Arnold is an expert in the area of leading and...
facilitating teams to create the best solution that everyone can get behind, be excited about, and act upon…All done in a short amount of time. Over the past 30 years, she has worked with leaders and their teams in all 18 identified sectors of the US economy and 147 different industries. She has spoken to over 250 organizations in a dozen countries around the world. Kristin is considered to be the foremost expert on moderating panel discussions and emceeing events. She is the author of seven books, has a MBA in Marketing Strategy, inducted into the CPAE Speakers Hall of Fame, and earned the CSP and Certified Professional Facilitator | Master (CPF|M) designation.
Ally Nitschke
Ally Nitschke is a dynamic keynote speaker, best-selling author, and trusted...
leadership authority who empowers high-performing professionals to master tough conversations and lead with courage. With over two decades of experience in leadership transformation, Ally has developed her unique IP, practical frameworks that resonate with global audiences. Her Courageous Leadership programs inspire professionals to embrace vulnerability, foster meaningful connections, and drive impactful change in their organisations. Ally’s relatable storytelling, proven strategies, and vibrant stage presence have made her a sought-after voice for professional speaker conferences worldwide.
Jessica Breitenfeld
Jess is the playful powerhouse behind the #Unapologetic movement.
A Social Alchemist, Gestalt therapist, & TEDx speaker on #Selflike, she’s lived on five continents, visited 62 countries, and hosts 498-person galas to transform team dynamics. Jessica crafts experiences where GenZ connect, neurodivergent talent feels at ease and women shine. Jessica helps professional women stop apologizing with her ¨Idiot Mindset¨ and the ¨80.20 Human¨ theory. #fun
Nina Deissler
Nina Deissler is a renowned speaker, bestselling author and...
Germany’s leading expert on authentic relationships and personal magnetism. With her engaging stage presence and deep expertise, she helps audiences reconnect with themselves and others through emotional clarity, self-compassion, and real connection. For over 20 years, she has inspired thousands to overcome self-doubt, unlock their potential, and create love that lasts. Her keynotes are powerful, practical, and heart-opening – because love begins where authenticity meets courage.
Martin Brooker
Martin Brooker is a veteran of 37 years' service in the Australian...
Navy, including operational service in command of an Amphibious Ship in the Middle East and Pacific, Deputy Commander of Australia's Joint Forces in the Middle East and Afghanistan, and Program Director for Navy's most significant change program. Martin's leadership experience spans operational service, strategic transformation, and cultural change at scale.
Since transitioning from military service in 2015, Martin has become a speaker, trusted strategic advisor, and executive coach, helping leaders develop constructive cultures, lead with integrity, and align business strategy with deeper purpose. He has worked with government, private sector, and not-for-profit organisations across Australia, delivering impactful programs in leadership, performance, and values-based decision- making.
Liz Hardwick
Liz Hardwick CSP – internationally recognized Speaker, Coach, Trainer and...
Digital Productivity Specialist, known for her highly engaging and approachable style. With over 25 years of experience in “harnessing digital for human benefit,” she regularly speaks at global events on Digital Productivity, Focus & Time Management, AI Automations & Workflows, and her ZenForInbox email management system; for clients like BBC, NHS, Arts Council, UNI Global & Rolls Royce. Liz is founder of several successful ventures including her online community, Productivity Club; and has been recognised for her achievements in TechWomen100, TechWorld’s Top 111 UK Women in Tech Speakers, and DigitalLeadersUK100.
Brad Shorkend
Brad Shorkend is a behavioural specialist and high performance junkie...
obsessed with helping leaders, businesses, and everyone who wakes up in the morning to go to work to be better at the complicated job of being human. Since 2005 as a speaker and facilitator he has impacted thousands of people around the world on how to ‘better human’ at work and how to build and lead organisations that are awesome places for people to thrive at, to innovate meaningfully, and to deliver sustainable human success in a world that has gone digital crazy.
Sally Foley-Lewis CSP
Why are middle managers like burgers? Because the best part...
is in the middle! Middle managers are where the flavour, texture, and impact all come together, like the juicy centre of a great burger. With a rare blend of strategy and execution, Sally Foley-Lewis energises these crucial leaders, empowering them to lift their confidence, amplify productivity, and inspire growth. As a multi-award-winning leadership expert, Hall of Fame educator, and author, Sally champions middle managers for high performance. Her keynotes, programs and resources turn overlooked middle managers into organisational game-changers.
Sally is the 2025 - 2027 National President for Professional Speakers Australia.
Rael Bricker
From 6000ft underground in a gold mine to boardrooms around...
the world, I’ve spent 30+ years navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship—across education, venture capital, and finance—leading two listed companies and settling over $3 billion in loans. A health scare in 2013 became my catalyst for change, fuelling my purpose: to help leaders harness optimism as a strategic force. Today, through The Excellence Project, I guide organisations to thrive through cultural alignment, small steps, and bold thinking. I hold an MBA, MSc (Engineering), and CSP from PSA
Amanda Lambros
Amanda Lambros, CSP is an award-winning speaker, therapist, and author with...
over 25 years’ experience in relationships, mental health, and leadership. As the creator of the Mental Wealth Portfolio, Amanda blends science, strategy, and storytelling to help people thrive personally and professionally. Based in Australia, she has spoken on five continents and is the current Australian Ambassador for the Global Speakers Federation. Amanda’s style is honest, warm, and refreshingly real, she’s all about creating meaningful connections that lead to lasting impact.
Belinda J Shaw
Belinda J Shaw is a speaker, author, consultant and coach specialising...
in resilience, reinvention, and retail training. With over a decade in high-end menswear and a background in people-first leadership, she blends practical wisdom with powerful storytelling. Belinda is the author of The Becoming of Wisdom: From Fragmented to Free and the creator of the RESILIENCE coaching model, designed to help women navigate life’s "third act" with clarity and confidence. She’s passionate about reconnecting humanity in business and believes customer care is people care. Belinda speaks and coaches globally from her home base in Queensland, Australia.
Yaniv Zaid
Dr. Zaid is a global speaker and business consultant to business owners,...
entrepreneurs, service providers, start-ups, government departments, private firms, and public organizations. He helps companies and individuals sell more, maximize income, build authority, and develop their business to succeed.
Grace Sha
Dr. Grace Sha is a compelling Resilience Speaker, practicing dentist, and...
passionate advocate for transformational leadership. Graduating at the top of her class from the University of Melbourne, Grace understands intimately the pressures faced by high-performing professionals. Her remarkable personal journey - marked by extraordinary highs and profound challenges - has taught her how to harness adversity as a powerful catalyst for growth.
Blending deep experience from healthcare, governance, and entrepreneurship, Grace empowers professionals and teams to redefine their relationship with pressure, transforming overwhelm into clarity, strength, and lasting confidence. Through captivating storytelling and practical insights, she delivers an inspiring blueprint for navigating life's toughest moments and thriving in high-stakes environments.
Diane Demetre
Australia’s only multi-award-winning entrepreneur, entertainer, and...
keynote speaker, Diane Demetre is the powerhouse behind Activate WOW! Named Most Empowering Leadership & Mindset Speaker in 2024 & 2025 and recipient of an International Women’s Day Leadership Award, Diane brings a rare fusion of business brilliance and stage magic to every event. From directing and choreographing multi-million-dollar productions like Starz and Galaxies and the Mrs. World Pageant, to owning and leading ISO-accredited businesses and luxury resorts, she’s mastered both spectacle and strategy. Her Activate WOW! Conference Experience fuses movement, mastery, and meaningful connection to unite teams and ignite transformation — a high-impact conference catalyst only Diane Demetre can deliver.
Donna Thistlethwaite
Donna is a passionate advocate for thriving - personally and collectively.
After experiencing the impact of poor mental health firsthand, she founded Mentally Wellthy in 2020 to help organisations build psychologically safe, supportive workplaces. Through tailored training programs in mental health and resilience, Donna equips teams to recognise when someone is struggling and respond with confidence and care. A sought-after speaker, she shares a powerful message of hope and practical strategies to foster wellbeing in individuals, workplaces, and communities.
Susanne Le Boutillier
Susanne Le Boutillier is a curl-whispering former executive who led...
the division of a $10 billion health system into 17 entities and turned furious doctors into advocates during a public safety scandal. She now equips leaders to find clarity in chaos and navigate change with resilience and purpose. Drawing on 30 years of experience and her Centring Star framework, Susanne shows leaders how to recentre themselves, take the next right step, and lead aligned with their values—even when complexity peaks, contexts shift, and the instruction manual is nowhere to be found.
Lesa Hinchliffe
Lesa Hinchliffe is "The Interceptionist" — a speaker who ignites awareness...
and turns it into action. Using her signature concept, The Interception Point, Lesa helps organisations and individuals recognise unseen patterns to transform their hidden potential into high performance.
Peter Milligan
Peter is an international speaker and business psychologist with over...
30 years’ experience in developing emerging leaders, helping them to have successful careers with less stress, more joy, and greater productivity.
After moving from Australia to the U.K. in 2000, he became a director of Europe's largest executive coaching firm before establishing his own business in 2005.
Peter has been the executive coach to leaders across a wide variety of industries. His clients have ranged from professional services firms, SMEs and family businesses to larger corporates such as Australia Post, Baxter Healthcare, BP, University of Oxford, Rolls-Royce, Vodafone, and WHSmith.
Arthur Goldstuck
Arthur Goldstuck has received lifetime achievement recognition in...
multiple sectors, including the Distinguished Service in ICT Award in 2013, Southern African Speakers Hall of Fame in 2021, and Southern African Educators Hall of Fame in 2023. He is author of 21 books, including his current best-seller, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to AI.
Erik Larson
Erik Larson is a CTO, private equity technology advisor, and professional speaker.
With a background in e-commerce, logistics, cloud architecture, education, and software development, he brings sharp operational insight to M&A technical due diligence—evaluating R&D organizations, processes, and platforms. His current projects include: blending AI, storytelling, and legacy preservation to memorialize his mother’s life’s work and make her wisdom accessible for future generations; and helping speakers and coaches turn their intellectual property into high-impact diagnostic indexes and surveys.
Early Adopters' Club
Tim Gard
Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE, is a Hall of Fame speaker and resilience expert...
known for his humorous and dynamic presentations that enhance productivity and teach stress management. With a 25-year career spanning over 3000 events worldwide, Tim combines his early experiences in a variety of high-stress roles with practical techniques that resonate universally. A Navy veteran, author, and inventor, Tim's unique philosophy of using humor to defuse stress ensures his strategies on resilience and conflict resolution leave a lasting impact.
Iris Zeppezauer
Iris Zeppezauer is an executive coach, speaker, and author...
She has worked for international companies where she held leading positions in marketing and business development – until she founded her own consulting business SEKUNDE EINS. Iris has worked with numerous top executives and professionals. Her passion is helping people unfold their power and create an authentic style in leading and presenting their topics.
Eva Koeck-Eripek
Eva Köck-Eripek is one of the world's 20 and Europe's only...
Certified Image Master. As an Image consultant, Trainer and Keynote Speaker, as well as one of the leading experts in Image design and Personal Branding, she has been accompanying her clients worldwide for 35 years. These include international companies, personalities from various business fields who want to emphasize their authenticity. Eva is the CEO of IMAGE INSTITUT and has her own TV column on Austrian Television. She is author for magazines, book author and president of the Austrian Association for Image Consulting.
Jane Anderson
With over 20 years experience as a keynote speaker,..
the author of 13 books and voted in the top 3 branding experts in the world, Jane has helped over 150,000 people to elevate their influence in their businesses and careers. She has been featured on Sky Business, The Today Show, The Age, Sydney Morning Herald, BBC & Management Today. Obsessed with helping female consultants to find fulfilment, fun and freedom Jane typically mentors and delivers programs for female B2B thought leaders consultants looking to grow their practices.
Miroslav Bardovic
Miroslav Bardović is a speaker, best-selling author and...
speaker trainer. With over 12 years of experience working in diverse stage environments and presenting internationally, he has delivered a Tedx talk and presented for companies such as Lululemon, Swinburne University and Hyatt Hotels and has been featured across mainstream media (Ch #9, The Age, Sydney Morning Herald). He is the founder of the Enlivened Speaking Institute and has written an academic thesis on the use of embodied presence for engagement in group dynamics with Monash University - Australia’s Leading Education University, which later became his bestselling book Give Them Goosebumps: Utilise The Power of Presence To Own The Stage of Communication. His message and ‘off the beaten path’ approach speaks to thought leaders, visionaries, progressive educators and transformational leaders who are empowered to embrace a deeper, more conscious way of communicating through mind, body and spirit.
Jonathan Low
Jonathan Low centers his conference keynote speaking...
and leadership coaching work with associations, organizations and senior executives to measurably improve their leadership effectiveness, growth development, and business performance especially in the areas of Sales Performance, Service Quality, Leadership Communication, and Team Development. He believes that "Increased self-awareness accelerates professional relations and business success". A Global Speaking Fellow, Certified Speaking Professional and ICF Master Certified Coach, Jonathan has successfully delivered his transformational keynotes to global audiences, improving performance and productivity in them. He is also the author of the book “Winning Clients’ Loyalty – 7 Proven Practices to Convert Clients into Amazing Fans”, and co-authors - Pinnacle of Influence - Pinnacle of Influence - How The World's Greatest Thought Leaders Became Global Gurus”
Chris Wildeboer
Chris Wildeboer is a speaker, facilitator, and the founder of...
Balance Central, a practice where she empowers clients worldwide through transformative programs. With over two decades of experience in personal development, Chris has become a sought-after voice, known for her ability to inspire and transform audiences with her relatable, down-to-earth style. Chris combines proven methodologies, intuitive insight, and a deep understanding of human behaviour to create sustainable transformations. She is known for her ability to inspire and motivate audiences with her authentic and relatable style. Chris thrives on helping people reconnect with their inner strength and embrace meaningful change.
Jeffrey Owens
Jeff Owens, CSP, CTM, is a human interaction expert,..
former hostage negotiator, and business executive who delivers transformative presentations that elevate influence, reduce conflict, and increase collaboration. Using real-word examples from decades of experience in high-pressure environments ranging from life-and-death crisis, to leading teams to success, his dynamic presentations provide unique insights and practical strategies for leadership, influence, and conflict resolution. Jeff has been inducted into the Virtual Speakers Hall of Fame, the Hawaii Speakers Hall of Fame, and named as Hawaii’s “Top Cop” by the Law Enforcement and Security Coalition of Hawaii.
Suzanne Rath
Suzanne Rath is a multi-award-winning business owner,...
endurance athlete, and keynote speaker on Endurance Leadership. Drawing on over 20 years in healthcare and her experience founding Wellness Embodied—a 4 location allied health clinic—Suzanne inspires high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, and teams to reclaim energy and lead with resilience. Her signature keynotes and coaching programs are built on her ENDURE framework, translating the mindset and strategies of endurance athletes into tools for high performance in business, leadership, and life.
Laura Baxter
Laura Baxter is an award-winning international speaker,...
singer, best-selling author, TEDx Coach, TEDx Speaker and publisher. Both in her work as a voice and leadership presence coach as well as in her publishing company, Castle Mount Media, she is dedicated to helping you find your voice, powerfully communicate your message and grow your platform.
Antoni Lacinai
Antoni Lacinai is a Workplace Communication Expert...
who delivers keynotes and master classes worldwide on Compassionate leadership, Care-centric communication, and Empathy-driven employee engagement. He makes communication easy - so that strategies become reality. Antoni has also written and co-written 14 business books and hundreds of columns for different magazines. His creative side is visible in that he does his own illustrations that he uses on stages, and he has written a radio theater play, a novel, and he has released one (1) public song on Spotify
Tracey McGrath
Tracey McGrath is a corporate psychologist and behaviour change...
specialist who has advised senior leaders across Australia since 1993. Based in Perth, she has delivered over 600 tailored programs that shift workplace behaviour, embed emotionally intelligent leadership, and enable strategic conversations that stick. Her clients include BHP, Rio Tinto, AICD, and the Coles Group. Known for translating behavioural science into practical results, Tracey brings clarity and momentum to complex leadership challenges. She also hosts a long-running radio program and holds an international WOW! Award for excellence in customer experience.
Cyriel Kortleven
Cyriel Kortleven represented in numbers:
1 global speaker - author 5 business books - spoke in 40 countries on 5 continents - 21 years of experience - 44 people in the world received the Global Speaking Award (I'm one of them) - 50 years on this planet - 50 days/year working abroad - 333+ recommendations Linkedin - 200 obstacles conquered at the longest obstacle run in the world - loves 1 beautiful wife - 1 mission: 'Don't mind the change. Change your Mind.'
Nienke Bloem
Nienke Bloem CSP, CCXP is a global Customer Experience...
thought leader, business speaker, and author. With over 11 years on international stages, she combines strategy, energy, and Dutch honesty in every keynote. A true entrepreneur, she built a strong brand through CX education, speaking, the CX Game, and two books. For seven years, she’s hosted her own podcast. While she usually works with CX and business leaders, this GSS keynote is tailored for speakers—showing how customer love fuels relationships and growth. Her promise? Making Customer Experience Work. Always. And yes, always in her signature blue dress.
Dr. Celina Peerman
Dr. Celina is an organizational psychologist, CSP® ...
global keynote, and 2x TEDx speaker who brings humor, strategy, and heart to every stage. Known for her “words to say,” she helps leaders solve real-world challenges in change, growth, and people development.
Mel Sherwood
Mel Sherwood is a Communication and Personal Impact...
Speaker and Founder of The RED Effect™. She works with business leaders and teams in various sectors. An Australian now living in Scotland, Mel is a PSAUKI Fellow and combines over 25 years’ experience in business with a background as an actor, presenter and singer.
Nicole Van Valen
Nicole Van Valen, MS, LMFT, SHRM-SCP, is a keynote speaker,...
resilience expert, and mental health strategist from The Bahamas. She is a member of the Virtual Speakers Association International (VSAI) and the National Speakers Association (NSA), and serves as Board Member at Large for the Florida Speakers Association and the Black National Speakers Association. As CEO of Keane Insights and author of The Joyful Leader, Nicole helps speakers and leaders turn adversity into opportunity through actionable, evidence-based strategies. Her work empowers professionals to navigate stress, avoid burnout, and build sustainable, joyful careers and organizational cultures.
Dave Greenberg
Dave Greenberg is one of New Zealand’s longest-serving...
rescue helicopter crewmen, completing nearly 4,000 missions across his 25-year career aboard a rescue helicopter based in Wellington, New Zealand. Today, Dave brings his wealth of experience to Australasian organisations operating in high-risk and high-pressure environments. He focuses on implementing proven frameworks that enable organisations to transition swiftly from chaos to control in high-stakes situations. He has also developed a programme for speakers and other small to medium enterprises to help them ensure they are ready for their worst working day.
Julia Grace
International keynote speaker, educator, author and...
recording artist Julia Grace teaches audiences worldwide how to ‘Be Kind to Your Mind’. Her unique blend of Science, Story, Song and lived experience of depression and anxiety will leave you laughing, crying and most of all, learning. Take your conference, workplace, school or group to the next level with Julia Grace!
Cristy Burne
An expert in science communication and creativity,...
Cristy specialises in making complex ideas accessible, engaging, and memorable. She has worked with some of the world's most renowned institutions, including CERN (home of the Large Hadron Collider), Questacon (in a science circus), CSIRO (as editor of Scientriffic magazine). The author of 18 books for children, Cristy is on a mission to spark curiosity, innovation and human connection. She loves chocolate, fears sky-diving and once (accidentally) exploded sewage on her neighbour.
Joe Curcillo
Joe Curcillo is the Maestro of integration. A trial attorney turned...
strategist, entertainer, and keynote speaker who helps leaders think across disciplines and connect the dots others miss. With a career that blends courtroom command, stage presence, and boardroom strategy, Joe brings humor, clarity, and fresh perspective to every audience. Whether he’s guiding teams out of silos or unlocking new ways to lead, Joe doesn’t just talk—he tunes the room like a conductor with a full symphony.
Karen Jacobsen
Perhaps her speaking voice has given you directions in your...
car or phone as the Original Australian Voice of “Siri”. From that one voice-over booking Karen created her empowerment brand The GPS Girl®, giving directions for life and business and showing how to navigate change powerfully with the 5 Directions for "Recalculating". An International Speaker and Concert Performer, both live and virtually, she has been a TEDx Speaker and Global Artist in Residence at High Point University. Karen has also enjoyed wide international media coverage, including the NBC Today Show, ABC World News Tonight, the CBS Early Show, NY Daily News, Glamour magazine and was named one of People Magazine's Most Intriguing People. She was told she had made it when named as a clue in The New York Times crossword puzzle, but particularly enjoyed Harry Connick Jr calling her “hypnotic” on his national US talk show. A prolific songwriter and Recording Artist Karen is currently working on her 15th studio album. She is the Composer for the AIR nominated “Misogyny Opus” pop orchestra work, and her one woman musical memoir “Mackay to Manhattan.” An Author, Karen has written two books; The GPS Girl's Road Map for Your Future, and Recalculate - Directions for Driving Performance Success. Along with her creative projects, her husband, son, business and global travel schedule, she knows exactly what it is like to Recalculate daily.
Nicolai Christ
Nicolai Christ is an internationally recognized speaker, coach, and...
trainer specializing in sales performance and self-leadership. With a background in computer science, psychology and an MBA, he has over two decades of experience enhancing leadership and sales capabilities across more than 50 countries. His unique approach combines academic knowledge with practical expertise, delivering engaging and transformative sessions. Nick is known for his dynamic style, blending humor and interaction to inspire sustainable performance improvements. He is the founder of "nicolai christ & friends – performance architects," offering tailored coaching and training solutions for organizations worldwide.
Susan Luke Evans
Susan Luke Evans uses her hands-on CEO experience, proven consulting...
and coaching skills, plus superb presentation abilities to assist her clients in over 50 countries on 6 continents. Combining her 50+ years of experience with her expertise, she helps others in creating, crafting, and modifying stories to use in presentations, organizational communication strategies, and marketing campaigns. As a CSP and a Global Speaking Fellow, she assists leaders in elevating their messages to create flexible, engaged workplaces, maximizing their personal ROI’s (Return on Influence). Her recent International Best Seller, Return on Influence, provides specific examples and strategies used by her clients.
Carolyn Shaw
Carolyn Shaw is Head of Organisational Development (OD), bridging talent and...
leadership to activate strategy through people. A former finance executive turned culture shaper, Carolyn has spent two decades helping businesses build better leaders from the inside out. Whether she’s designing strategy, running talent programs, or speaking on stage, she’s all about elevating leadership that goes beyond telling, to transforming. Powered by coffee, curiosity, and a penchant for crossing both literal and metaphorical bridges.
Nikolai A. Behr
Dr. Nikolai A. Behr is a communication expert and CEO of DIKT GmbH, specializing...
in executive training and corporate media production. With over 40 years of experience in TV journalism, media training, and leadership communication, he has coached top executives, managers, and board members globally. Known for his expertise in crisis communication, leadership, and media strategy, Dr. Behr helps clients communicate with clarity and impact. He is also a keynote speaker, guest lecturer, business angel, and board member of International Committee: Journalists Help e.V. His keynotes and workshops focus on effective communication for leadership success.
Rahul Karan Sharma
Rahul Karan Sharma is a globally recognized leadership development...
expert, mindset coach, and thought leader with over 20 years of experience empowering professionals to lead with confidence and purpose. As the Founder of Steady Steps and creator of the Confident Leader Framework (CLIMB), Rahul helps emerging leaders overcome self-doubt, unlock their potential, and drive sustainable impact. A sought-after keynote speaker and bestselling author of Be Action Oriented, he blends practical insights with transformative mindset strategies. Rahul’s mission is to shape the next generation of inspiring leaders by fostering self-awareness, resilience, and authentic influence in workplaces across the globe.
Gijs Hillmann
Gijs Hillmann is an international corporate trainer, executive coach, and keynote speaker...
specializing in cultural diversity, unconscious bias, team development, and inclusive leadership. With deep expertise across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Gijs helps organizations build effective, culturally intelligent teams and leaders. Through CultureBeatz, their consultancy, they deliver practical, high-impact programs that enhance leadership capability in operational environments. Their approach blends strategic insight with grounded, real-world application, making them a trusted partner for global organizations navigating complexity and change.
Kristin Arnold
Award-winning author Kristin Arnold is an expert in the area of leading and...
facilitating teams to create the best solution that everyone can get behind, be excited about, and act upon…All done in a short amount of time. Over the past 30 years, she has worked with leaders and their teams in all 18 identified sectors of the US economy and 147 different industries. She has spoken to over 250 organizations in a dozen countries around the world. Kristin is considered to be the foremost expert on moderating panel discussions and emceeing events. She is the author of seven books, has a MBA in Marketing Strategy, inducted into the CPAE Speakers Hall of Fame, and earned the CSP and Certified Professional Facilitator | Master (CPF|M) designation.
Ally Nitschke
Ally Nitschke is a dynamic keynote speaker, best-selling author, and trusted...
leadership authority who empowers high-performing professionals to master tough conversations and lead with courage. With over two decades of experience in leadership transformation, Ally has developed her unique IP, practical frameworks that resonate with global audiences. Her Courageous Leadership programs inspire professionals to embrace vulnerability, foster meaningful connections, and drive impactful change in their organisations. Ally’s relatable storytelling, proven strategies, and vibrant stage presence have made her a sought-after voice for professional speaker conferences worldwide.
Jessica Breitenfeld
Jess is the playful powerhouse behind the #Unapologetic movement.
A Social Alchemist, Gestalt therapist, & TEDx speaker on #Selflike, she’s lived on five continents, visited 62 countries, and hosts 498-person galas to transform team dynamics. Jessica crafts experiences where GenZ connect, neurodivergent talent feels at ease and women shine. Jessica helps professional women stop apologizing with her ¨Idiot Mindset¨ and the ¨80.20 Human¨ theory. #fun
Nina Deissler
Nina Deissler is a renowned speaker, bestselling author and...
Germany’s leading expert on authentic relationships and personal magnetism. With her engaging stage presence and deep expertise, she helps audiences reconnect with themselves and others through emotional clarity, self-compassion, and real connection. For over 20 years, she has inspired thousands to overcome self-doubt, unlock their potential, and create love that lasts. Her keynotes are powerful, practical, and heart-opening – because love begins where authenticity meets courage.
Martin Brooker
Martin Brooker is a veteran of 37 years' service in the Australian...
Navy, including operational service in command of an Amphibious Ship in the Middle East and Pacific, Deputy Commander of Australia's Joint Forces in the Middle East and Afghanistan, and Program Director for Navy's most significant change program. Martin's leadership experience spans operational service, strategic transformation, and cultural change at scale.
Since transitioning from military service in 2015, Martin has become a speaker, trusted strategic advisor, and executive coach, helping leaders develop constructive cultures, lead with integrity, and align business strategy with deeper purpose. He has worked with government, private sector, and not-for-profit organisations across Australia, delivering impactful programs in leadership, performance, and values-based decision- making.
Liz Hardwick
Liz Hardwick CSP – internationally recognized Speaker, Coach, Trainer and...
Digital Productivity Specialist, known for her highly engaging and approachable style. With over 25 years of experience in “harnessing digital for human benefit,” she regularly speaks at global events on Digital Productivity, Focus & Time Management, AI Automations & Workflows, and her ZenForInbox email management system; for clients like BBC, NHS, Arts Council, UNI Global & Rolls Royce. Liz is founder of several successful ventures including her online community, Productivity Club; and has been recognised for her achievements in TechWomen100, TechWorld’s Top 111 UK Women in Tech Speakers, and DigitalLeadersUK100.
Brad Shorkend
Brad Shorkend is a behavioural specialist and high performance junkie...
obsessed with helping leaders, businesses, and everyone who wakes up in the morning to go to work to be better at the complicated job of being human. Since 2005 as a speaker and facilitator he has impacted thousands of people around the world on how to ‘better human’ at work and how to build and lead organisations that are awesome places for people to thrive at, to innovate meaningfully, and to deliver sustainable human success in a world that has gone digital crazy.
Sally Foley-Lewis CSP
Why are middle managers like burgers? Because the best part...
is in the middle! Middle managers are where the flavour, texture, and impact all come together, like the juicy centre of a great burger. With a rare blend of strategy and execution, Sally Foley-Lewis energises these crucial leaders, empowering them to lift their confidence, amplify productivity, and inspire growth. As a multi-award-winning leadership expert, Hall of Fame educator, and author, Sally champions middle managers for high performance. Her keynotes, programs and resources turn overlooked middle managers into organisational game-changers.
Sally is the 2025 - 2027 National President for Professional Speakers Australia.
Rael Bricker
From 6000ft underground in a gold mine to boardrooms around...
the world, I’ve spent 30+ years navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship—across education, venture capital, and finance—leading two listed companies and settling over $3 billion in loans. A health scare in 2013 became my catalyst for change, fuelling my purpose: to help leaders harness optimism as a strategic force. Today, through The Excellence Project, I guide organisations to thrive through cultural alignment, small steps, and bold thinking. I hold an MBA, MSc (Engineering), and CSP from PSA
Amanda Lambros
Amanda Lambros, CSP is an award-winning speaker, therapist, and author with...
over 25 years’ experience in relationships, mental health, and leadership. As the creator of the Mental Wealth Portfolio, Amanda blends science, strategy, and storytelling to help people thrive personally and professionally. Based in Australia, she has spoken on five continents and is the current Australian Ambassador for the Global Speakers Federation. Amanda’s style is honest, warm, and refreshingly real, she’s all about creating meaningful connections that lead to lasting impact.
Belinda J Shaw
Belinda J Shaw is a speaker, author, consultant and coach specialising...
in resilience, reinvention, and retail training. With over a decade in high-end menswear and a background in people-first leadership, she blends practical wisdom with powerful storytelling. Belinda is the author of The Becoming of Wisdom: From Fragmented to Free and the creator of the RESILIENCE coaching model, designed to help women navigate life’s "third act" with clarity and confidence. She’s passionate about reconnecting humanity in business and believes customer care is people care. Belinda speaks and coaches globally from her home base in Queensland, Australia.
Yaniv Zaid
Dr. Zaid is a global speaker and business consultant to business owners,...
entrepreneurs, service providers, start-ups, government departments, private firms, and public organizations. He helps companies and individuals sell more, maximize income, build authority, and develop their business to succeed.
Grace Sha
Dr. Grace Sha is a compelling Resilience Speaker, practicing dentist, and...
passionate advocate for transformational leadership. Graduating at the top of her class from the University of Melbourne, Grace understands intimately the pressures faced by high-performing professionals. Her remarkable personal journey - marked by extraordinary highs and profound challenges - has taught her how to harness adversity as a powerful catalyst for growth.
Blending deep experience from healthcare, governance, and entrepreneurship, Grace empowers professionals and teams to redefine their relationship with pressure, transforming overwhelm into clarity, strength, and lasting confidence. Through captivating storytelling and practical insights, she delivers an inspiring blueprint for navigating life's toughest moments and thriving in high-stakes environments.
Diane Demetre
Australia’s only multi-award-winning entrepreneur, entertainer, and...
keynote speaker, Diane Demetre is the powerhouse behind Activate WOW! Named Most Empowering Leadership & Mindset Speaker in 2024 & 2025 and recipient of an International Women’s Day Leadership Award, Diane brings a rare fusion of business brilliance and stage magic to every event. From directing and choreographing multi-million-dollar productions like Starz and Galaxies and the Mrs. World Pageant, to owning and leading ISO-accredited businesses and luxury resorts, she’s mastered both spectacle and strategy. Her Activate WOW! Conference Experience fuses movement, mastery, and meaningful connection to unite teams and ignite transformation — a high-impact conference catalyst only Diane Demetre can deliver.
Donna Thistlethwaite
Donna is a passionate advocate for thriving - personally and collectively.
After experiencing the impact of poor mental health firsthand, she founded Mentally Wellthy in 2020 to help organisations build psychologically safe, supportive workplaces. Through tailored training programs in mental health and resilience, Donna equips teams to recognise when someone is struggling and respond with confidence and care. A sought-after speaker, she shares a powerful message of hope and practical strategies to foster wellbeing in individuals, workplaces, and communities.
Susanne Le Boutillier
Susanne Le Boutillier is a curl-whispering former executive who led...
the division of a $10 billion health system into 17 entities and turned furious doctors into advocates during a public safety scandal. She now equips leaders to find clarity in chaos and navigate change with resilience and purpose. Drawing on 30 years of experience and her Centring Star framework, Susanne shows leaders how to recentre themselves, take the next right step, and lead aligned with their values—even when complexity peaks, contexts shift, and the instruction manual is nowhere to be found.
Lesa Hinchliffe
Lesa Hinchliffe is "The Interceptionist" — a speaker who ignites awareness...
and turns it into action. Using her signature concept, The Interception Point, Lesa helps organisations and individuals recognise unseen patterns to transform their hidden potential into high performance.
Lesa Hinchliffe
Lesa Hinchliffe is "The Interceptionist" — a speaker who ignites awareness...
and turns it into action. Using her signature concept, The Interception Point, Lesa helps organisations and individuals recognise unseen patterns to transform their hidden potential into high performance.
Peter Milligan
Peter is an international speaker and business psychologist with over...
30 years’ experience in developing emerging leaders, helping them to have successful careers with less stress, more joy, and greater productivity.
After moving from Australia to the U.K. in 2000, he became a director of Europe's largest executive coaching firm before establishing his own business in 2005.
Peter has been the executive coach to leaders across a wide variety of industries. His clients have ranged from professional services firms, SMEs and family businesses to larger corporates such as Australia Post, Baxter Healthcare, BP, University of Oxford, Rolls-Royce, Vodafone, and WHSmith.
Arthur Goldstuck
Arthur Goldstuck has received lifetime achievement recognition in...
multiple sectors, including the Distinguished Service in ICT Award in 2013, Southern African Speakers Hall of Fame in 2021, and Southern African Educators Hall of Fame in 2023. He is author of 21 books, including his current best-seller, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to AI.
Erik Larson
Erik Larson is a CTO, private equity technology advisor, and professional speaker.
With a background in e-commerce, logistics, cloud architecture, education, and software development, he brings sharp operational insight to M&A technical due diligence—evaluating R&D organizations, processes, and platforms. His current projects include: blending AI, storytelling, and legacy preservation to memorialize his mother’s life’s work and make her wisdom accessible for future generations; and helping speakers and coaches turn their intellectual property into high-impact diagnostic indexes and surveys.
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