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10 Trending Speaker Topics for 2024 

A Motivational Speaker can make or break your event. That’s why we obsess over making sure you have the right one. But just as important as the speaker is the topic they’re speaking on – because if it doesn’t resonate with your audience, it’s a waste of everyone’s time (and money!). When you zero in on a subject that excites your crowd, that ignites minds and sparks conversations? That’s when the magic happens. 

And that’s where we step in. With decades of industry experience, and an extensive network on the ground, we know what people are hankering to hear about. Here’s our exclusive scoop on the 10 hottest speaker topics for 2024, along with the speakers guaranteed to bring those topics to life. 

1. Future Trends

With deep insight into current and emerging trends spanning technology, society and business, these expert speakers help prepare audiences for what lies ahead. The knowledge and inspiration they provide helps businesses navigate, adapt and thrive in a constantly evolving landscape – vital for those trying to stay ahead of the curve! 

2. Artificial Intelligence 

Our Artificial Intelligence experts share their critical insights into how AI shapes industries, businesses, societies and daily life. Their take on technological advancements, ethical considerations and future implications not on only educates but inspires audiences, opening minds to a world of possibilities! 

3. Mindset 

If you want to be able to overcome challenges and achieve personal and professional goals, the right mental attitude is absolutely critical. These Mindset experts share their strategies for resilience, growth and success, empowering audiences to transform their thinking and unlock their full potential.  

4. Diversity and Inclusion 

When it comes to creating a strong work culture, attracting and retaining top talent and fostering innovation, having a diverse set of experiences, perspectives and backgrounds is crucial. It can also be a serious competitive advantage. These speakers show audiences how embracing these values isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do.  

5. High Performance 

Knowing how your physical, emotional and psychological states impact your performance, and the performance of those around you, is the key to achieving extraordinary results. Our industry experts will share techniques for enhancing productivity, focus and discipline to help your audience maximise their performance, both professionally and personally. 

6. Cyber Security 

Cyber threats are a huge global issue. Our Cyber security speakers will provide insights into the latest security trends, risk management strategies and best practices for safeguarding online privacy and data integrity, empowering audiences to securely navigate the digital world – both at home, and at work. 

7. Sustainability  

Our Sustainability experts share their immense knowledge on green technologies, environmental conservation and strategies for reducing carbon footprints, inspiring audiences to adopt eco-friendly and sustainable practices. They’re masterful at driving home the importance of immediate action to ensure a healthier planet for future generations.  

8. Leadership 

With years of exceptional leadership experience, our Leadership speakers share their insights on inspiring teams to achieve success, driving change and making impactful decisions. Their guidance helps audiences cultivate a leadership mindset and style that fosters innovation, resilience and a positive culture. 

9. Future of Work 

These speakers cleverly explore evolving work trends, technologies and organisational practices, offering insights on areas such as remote work, adapting to automation and new workforce dynamics. By equipping audiences with strategies to thrive in an ever-changing business market, they help create meaningful, future-ready workplaces.  

10. Resilience 

Our Resilience speakers help empower audiences to withstand adversity, bounce back from setbacks and grow stronger through the challenges they face. By sharing strategies for building mental and emotional toughness, adaptability and a positive mindset, they inspire audiences to navigate life’s ups and downs with grace and determination. 


We have the best in the business ready to share their knowledge and insights to help your team navigate their way through 2024. If you’d like us to curate a list of motivational speakers and relevant, thought-provoking speaker topics for your next event, simply get in touch with us for a chat – we’re here to help! 

Australia’s Top 10 Branding Speakers

Want to know why Branding is the hottest speaker topic for 2023?

In a fiercely competitive marketplace, where standing out is essential for survival, you need to leave a lasting mark in the hearts and minds of your audience. You need to create an emotional connection that captures imaginations and inspires action. It’s the only way you’ll elevate your brand from ordinary to extraordinary, and it’s where our Branding Speakers shine.

For your business

Your company is more than just a logo and a bunch of products. But creating a brand that cuts through and connects with consumers is no easy feat. Done right, branding can turn your business into a living, breathing entity with a distinct voice, values and a compelling story. Whether it’s your commitment to sustainability, your unwavering dedication to quality or your rebellious spirit that challenges the status quo, clever branding helps differentiate you from the pack.

Our Branding speakers can show you how to create an emotional connection that turns your customers into a tribe of passionately loyal fans.

For your people

With the proliferation of social media, online communication and the everlasting digital footprint, everyone has a personal brand. As Jeff Bezos defines it, “Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room” – it’s the way you’re presented to the world, and just like any brand, it needs to be crafted and curated to ensure it presents the way you want it to. Think Kim Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey and Richard Branson… their personal brands aren’t what they are by accident!

Our Branding speakers can teach you and your team how to stand out (the right way) in a sea of grey suits and boring sales pitches.

Australia’s Top 10 Branding Speakers

They’ve launched and re-launched some of the most popular brands in the world and have cleverly constructed some of the most famous personal brands on the planet. Passionate, dynamic and inspiring, these 10 master storytellers are the best Branding Speakers in the business, and we’d love to introduce you…

1. Kieran Flanagan

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When it comes to driving consumer engagement, there are few that understand the secrets behind influencing others to buy and ‘buy in’ better than Kieran Flanagan. With a career spanning two decades and numerous global awards, Kieran is one half of the team behind the most successful new product launch in Australian history, and one of the most successful brand resurrections in the world. She’s captivated audiences as varied as the UN, Coca-Cola and TEDx, sharing her revolutionary message that leveraging our humanity is the key to achieving lasting change and driving influence, engagement and trust. Read more about Kieran here.

2. Janine Allis

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Janine Allis is the Founder of Boost Juice Bars, the largest and fastest-growing juice and smoothie chain in the Southern Hemisphere, with over 660 outlets in 12 countries. Janine developed Boost Juice and other successful brands, including Salsas Fresh Mex Grill, CIBO Espresso and Betty’s Burgers, based on her ‘love life’ philosophy. She’s received numerous domestic and international awards in digital marketing, retail, franchise and business, is a bestselling author and has starred on ‘Shark Tank’, ‘Australian Celebrity Apprentice’ and ‘Australian Survivor’. Read more about Janine here.

3. Russel Howcroft

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If you’ve ever watched ABC’s ‘Gruen’ program, you’ll recognise Russel Howcroft as a much-loved regular panellist. He’s also a presenter on 3AW’s radio breakfast program, author of three best-selling books and chair of the Australian Film Television and Radio School. Regarded as the face of brand marketing and advertising in Australia, Russel has headed up some of the world’s most recognisable creative agencies, and delivered award-winning global campaigns for a raft of international clients. Read more about Russel here.

4. Amanda Stevens

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Amanda Stevens is an expert in the customer experience, and is widely recognised as Australia’s leading consumer futurist. She’s passionate about what she does, sharing her insights through her blogs and best-selling books, and working with businesses to create strategies that turn customers into brand advocates. Over the last 13 years she’s worked with brands such as Microsoft, Westpac and Foxtel, delivered more than 1200 presentations in 14 countries and shared the stage with the likes of Sir Bob Geldof, Sir Richard Branson and Condoleezza Rice. Read more about Amanda here.

5. Dee Madigan

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An experienced creative director, advertising executive and author, Dee Madigan is a trailblazer in the Australian advertising industry. Passionate about developing cleverly integrated and impactful campaigns, previous clients include brands like HSBC, Coca-Cola, Unilever and Nestle. Dee is also a seasoned political campaigner and appears regularly as a panelist on TV shows such as ‘Gruen’, ‘The Drum,’ and ‘The Latest’. Read more about Dee here.

6. Dan Gregory

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Dan Gregory is passionate about human behaviour, and for the last 30 years has been helping entrepreneurs and executives understand what drives beliefs, behaviours and belonging so they can increase their influence, impact and income. He’s developed leadership, performance and engagement strategies for brands including Coca-Cola, Unilever and the Royal Australian Navy, and lectured at some of the world’s most prestigious creative schools. You’ll also recognise him from ABC’s ‘Gruen’ program, where his business intelligence, unique insights and sharp wit have made him a popular regular. Read more about Dan here.

7. Adam Ferrier

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Adam Ferrier is a leading innovator in Australian advertising, drawing on his expertise as a consumer psychologist and brand strategist to help clients strengthen their relationships with consumers. He has authored several popular advertising books and serves on the boards of Good Thnx and TRIBE. With a track record of awards and successful clients, Adam regularly shares his insights on programs like ‘The Project’, ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ and ABC Radio. Read more about Adam here.

8. Katrina McCarter

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Katrina McCarter is a marketing strategist who understands the influential role of mothers in the Australian business economy. Her book, ‘Marketing to Mums: How to sell more to Australia’s most powerful consumer’, went to number 1 on Booktopia’s Business Bestsellers list, while her presentation, “Marketing to Mums: What Australian Mums want from Brands,” was voted number one for Most Valuable Content. Her expertise is frequently sought by media outlets including Channel Seven, ABC Radio, The Age and Mumbrella. Read more about Katrina here.

9. Tim Reid

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Tim Reid is the founder and host of Australia’s top-ranked business marketing podcast, ‘The Small Business Big Marketing Show’. With over 590 episodes and five million downloads, Tim has built a global audience of motivated business owners. He’s also authored The Boomerang Effect, a popular marketing text, and travels the world showing business owners and marketers how to embrace modern marketing methods – without breaking the bank. Read more about Tim here.

10. Kylie Bartlett

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Businesswoman, author and serial entrepreneur Kylie Bartlett helps businesses thrive in the era of social media. Known as the ‘Web Celeb’, Kylie has taught thousands of SME’s worldwide how to become ‘Web Famous’ and compete with larger companies. She draws on her challenging life experiences and her qualifications in organisational psychology and corporate training to help others create connections and community online, and shares her knowledge through mentoring and public speaking. Read more about Kylie here.


With some of the world’s best Branding Speakers to choose from, our task of selecting the 10 best was a difficult one! If you have a brief for us we’d be happy to provide you with a curated list of speakers specific to your needs… just get in touch with us for a chat to get the ball rolling!

Sophie Delezio – An Inspiration Beyond Measure

“We are put on this planet to live, create as much happiness, joy, love and positivity as possible and to make the world a better place for the next generation”. These are the spoken words of one of Australia’s most inspirational humans – Sophie Delezio.  

Sophie’s start to life was unimaginable. At the age of 2, Sophie was involved in a horrific car accident, leaving 85% of her body covered in burns, and both legs below the knee along with one hand amputated. Three years later, Sophie was involved in another car accident, leaving her with multiple fractures and a brain injury, which resulted in 2 months of hospitalisation. Heart-breaking and overwhelming, Sophie’s journey has been one of hardship and fight.

Many years, several surgeries and therapy later, Sophie is now a confident, ambitious young woman ready to take on the world.  Sophie has never let the accidents define who she is, and her positive energy has driven her to get on with her life – from sky diving to studying in London and finding love, this courageous young woman has a truly inspirational story to tell.

Sophie’s story of courage and determination is one to raise your spirits.  Living her best life, Sophie will inspire many audiences, and that feeling of ‘you’ve got this’ will linger in conversations long after Sophie finishes speaking.

View Sophie on Anh’s Brush with Fame:

To book Sophie for your next conference or event, call us on 1300 661 904 or send us an email with your details. You can find out more about Keynote and our team of inspirational and motivational speakers here.

 

 

 

Top 20 Motivational Speakers to Inspire you in 2021

As we head into the new year, many of last years challenges may still be with us. That is why it is important to rebuild your company culture and to re-energise your team in 2021, and we are here to help you bounce back.

At Keynote, our core value is simple, we help good companies continue to perform at a high level and move to the next level through motivation and education.

And the way we do this is providing you with the best motivational and inspirational speakers in the country. Couple this along with our unmatched ability to be able to help you pick the right motivational speaker for your organisation, and it is the perfect formula to help you to continue to grow.

In line with this, we have put together a list of some of the most inspirational speakers in the country, and they are here to help you drive a new pathway forward.

We hope you can take some time to look at each of the below individuals, but of course if you are wanting some assistance with assessing the best person to meet your values, then we are here to help and happy to chat at any time  on either info@keynote.net.au or 1300 661 904.

Yours sincerely

The Keynote Team, Your Partner in Motivation.

Turia Pitt is likely to be the most inspirational person in Australia. She is also one of the most booked speakers in Australia. Turia delivers inspiration and motivation to those who thought there goals were out of reach. Click here to read more about Turia Pitt

 

Dr. Richard Harris SC OAM and Dr. Craig Challen both become national icons from their heroic in the Thai Cave Rescue. A truly remarkable story that has to be heard first hand from the men that lived it.

Click Here to read more about Dr. Richard Harris 

Click Here to read more about Craig Challen

 

 

 

 

Jess Gallagher is Australia’s only summer and winter Para Olympian, Jess is training to compete at the Summer Olympics in her third discipline, Rowing, to go along side her skiing and cycling Olympic success.

Click here to read more about Jess Gallagher

Anthony Laye is on a mission to inspire you, and he does this teaching you how to live a more conscious life.

Click here to read more about Anthony Laye

 

 

Samantha Gash is the first woman and the youngest person, to complete the Four Deserts Grand Slam, armed with the philosophy, if you want something you’ve never had you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.

Click here to read more about Samantha Gash

Kurt Fearnley is a 5 time world champion and two Para Olympic Gold Medallist for the Marathon, one of the most inspirational speakers in Australia.

Click here to read more about Kurt Fearnley

 

Emma Murray is a mindfulness and high performance coach and considered the secret weapon behind Richmond FC premiership success.

Click here to read more about Emma Murray

 

Justin Langer is the coach of the Australian Cricket team and the driving force behind their revival.

Click here to read more about Justin Langer

 

 

Rachael Robertson is one of the only two females to lead a team to Davis Station in Antarctica developing advanced leadership skills.

Click here to read more about Rachael Robertson

 

Todd Sampson is an adventurer, award-winning documentary-maker and pushing the boundaries of the body and mind.

Click here to read more about Todd Sampson

 

 

 

 Lisa McInnes-Smith shifts attitudes to improve the performance on teams and increase productivity and the bottom line.

Click here to read more about Lisa-Mcinnes-Smith

 

Gilbert Enoka is leading mental skills coach and works alongside the All Blacks to help mentally prepare them for better performance.

Click here to read more about Gilbert Enoka

 

 

Margie Warrell Empowers people to be resilient and embrace change through her personal experience and business success.

Click here to learn more about Margie Warrell

 

 

Dan Gregory helps make the impossible…possible through behaviour and belief systems, he is the master of human behaviour.

Click here to read more about Dan Gregory

 

Elizabeth Broderick AO is a world leader in gender equality and creating change in the workplace, she has worked tirelessly to break down structural and social barriers and inspire people to a better workplace.

Click here to learn more about Elizabeth Broderick

 

 

Sir Peter Cosgrove is the Leaders Leader and displays characteristics we value most as Australians.

Click here to read more about Sir Peter Cosgrove

 

 

Louise Sauvage is an amazing athlete and a 9 time Para Olympic Gold Medallist, she is an inspiration to any team.

Click here to read more about Louise Sauvage

 

 Damien Thomlinson is a soldier and Para Olympian and an inspiration to many,  his determination and commitment saw him face terror and come out triumphant.

Click here to read more about Damien Thomlinson

 

Sharon Bown is a Nursing Officer who narrowly escaped death in a near-fatal helicopter crash to go on an inspire people with her award winning novel: One Woman’s War and Peace.

Click here to read more about Sharon Bown

 “Our Gift To You’ with Antarctica Team Leader Rachael Roberston

The next speaker in our “Gift To You Series” is  Rachael Robertson

Rachael was one of only two females to lead a team to David Station in Antarctica. She led eighteen strangers for twelve months, which makes her a perfect person to share her tips on surviving the shutdown.

In this short video Rachael shares one of the techniques she used in isolation to help build a cohesive and inclusive team.

We hope you are continuing to enjoy “Our Gift To You” series of videos.

Please feel free to get in touch with us on 1300 661 904 to discuss how a virtual presentation can help your company stay connected in lock down.

Our Gift To You with Michael Licenblat

The next speaker in our webinar series “Our Gift To You”  is Michael Licenblat.

He is a is a resilience expert and motivational speaker who draws on his Psychology background to ‘Pressure Proof’ businesses and their staff.

In his short video he will share some advice on healthy habits to assist you in getting through the current crisis by focusing on rituals and routines to help ensure you stay grounded focused motivated and to help you to keep moving forward.

Your normal routines just don’t work in these new environments and these thoughts will help your mind body and soul to get through the coming months.

We have a limited number of Michael’s book ‘Pressure Proof’ available free of charge – How to thrive in times of disruption, change and pressure.

For your chance to receive a copy please email info@keynote.net.au

We are hoping you are continuing to enjoy “Our Gift To You” series of videos.

Should you have any queries about any of our Motivational Speakers, please feel free to get in touch with us on 1300 661 904

Our Gift To You with Donna McGeorge – Making Work From Home Work

Donna McGeorge is a dynamic transformer of company culture and the next speaker in our “Gift To You” series. She specialises in encouraging individual problem-solving, initiative, empowerment and self-responsibility.

One of Donna’s Motivational speaking topics is titled “Anywhere, Anytime” which focuses on virtual teams. Her belief is that we should stop talking about virtual teams, because virtual means not real. We are dealing with real people, so let us also stop talking about how hard it is. When you get the basics right and lay a decent foundation, you can achieve twice the results you expected with half the effort.

We have a limited number of Donna’s book ‘The First Two Hours’ available free of charge. This book will show you the way to get more done with your day.

For your chance to receive a copy please email info@keynote.net.au

We are hoping you are continuing to enjoy “Our Gift To You” series of videos.

Should you have any queries about any of our Motivational Speakers, please feel free to get in touch with us on 1300 661 904

Our Gift To You

“Be Kind” to one another is something we are can all easy embrace at no cost or expense.  One positive thought in the morning can change your whole outlook for the day.

In reflection of those comments our team at Keynote Entertainment would like to give you the gift of inspiration and education from some of our best thought leaders and brightest minds.

Once a week over the coming months we will post a short 2-3 minute video recorded specifically for you, from a Inspirational and Motivational Speakers.

These videos will give you a little bit of education or a little bit of inspiration, from speakers such as Peter Switzer, Michael Licenblat Anthony Laye, Jess Gallagher, Lynne Schinella, Mark Squirrel, Donna McGeorge, Lisa McInnes-Smith, among many other of Australia’s best keynote speakers.

No need to sign up or register, just set a reminder in your calendar for 11:30am every Tuesday adding this link: https://www.keynoteentertainment.com.au/blog/ as we don’t want to bombard you with a newsletter every week, because we are all getting enough of those at the moment.

This first video is from Communication Expert Anthony Laye with body language tips for virtual communications.

We have a limited number of Anthony’s book ‘Get Ready for Impact’ available free of charge, for your chance to receive a copy please email info@keynote.net.au

Next weeks video will be productivity expert Donna McGeorge, who will share some advice on making working from home work!

Stay safe and keep smiling!