This practical, ‘choose your own adventure’ program is perfect for:

Anyone who manages a team that yearns for a simple, practical way to increase 

employee engagement, wellbeing, and profitability.

The audience will leave with:

• A practical model, based on over 5,000 exit interviews and updated to include the latest international research to increase employee motivation and wellbeing. 
• An understanding of how you, the leader, directly impact your team’s performance and engagement and what you can do about it
• A proven framework to help inspire, measure and manage high performance (especially with a remote or hybrid workforce)  

We take the guesswork out of employee motivation and engagement.

Description:

The research is clear. Your ability to keep your best people from walking out the door is a direct result of their manager's ability to connect with them and to understand what they need to be fully motivated and engaged. 

Connection begins with conversation, but most managers don't talk to their people enough or about the right things because they are confused and frustrated about what their people really want. 

Luckily, reverse engineering over 5,000 exit interviews gives us significant clues as to what workers really want and what employers need to deliver to keep their teams together during this time of immense change.

This is a choose your own adventure keynote where every presentation turns into a unique conversation with the audience.

If your success depends on your ability to inspire and retain a great team this session is not to be missed.

“Thank you Kim Seeling Smith! It was such an inspiring and insightful session! Wella Red customers have now a great toolbox that they can implement in their salons!"

- Guillaume Cantelou, Managing Director ANZ at Wella Company

Harness AI with keynote speaker Kim Seeling Smith in this dynamic session. Gain confidence, explore key fundamentals, discuss ethical considerations, and see AI in action through engaging custom demonstrations.

This session combines essential AI fundamentals with engaging bespoke demonstrations, empowering you to understand, discuss, and effectively use Generative and Agentic AI tools to help you do what you do better, faster, more efficiently and effectively.

This session will be designed for your organization and individual use cases. Together, we will tackle your actual challenges through live, bespoke AI demonstrations – making every moment directly relevant.

In This Keynote, You’ll Discover:

• AI Fundamentals: Master essential concepts to discuss AI intelligently in any conversation.
• Practical Tool Demonstrations: Go beyond ChatGPT with hands-on AI demonstrations tailored to your industry, helping you choose AI tools that enhance your performance.
• Confidence Over Fear: Learn strategies to embrace AI as a strategic advantage, improving productivity and leadership effectiveness.

Available as a 60-minute inspirational keynote, a 90-minute interactive experience, or customised half-day workshops - ideal for AI newcomers and leaders aiming to future-proof their skills.

Why Attend?

• Insights: Identify AI tools that genuinely improve your role.
• Strategies: Transition from basic AI knowledge to actionable expertise.
• Confidence: Lead confidently in an AI-driven world, replacing fear with empowered decision-making.

Join Kim to Demystify AI and Boost Your Potential

This isn't just another keynote—it's your essential guide to navigating AI clearly, competently, and confidently. Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your career and leadership.

"Kim Seeling Smith delivered an unforgettable session at BoldHaus Groove, leaving our global audience of thought leaders and entrepreneurs inspired and energized. Her talk on the future of AI was a masterclass in combining humor, insight, and actionable strategies. She challenged conventional thinking while making a complex topic both relatable and engaging. Our attendees walked away with not only a deeper understanding of AI — but also practical tools and mindsets to future-proof their businesses. Kim is a powerhouse speaker who comes 1000% prepared and sets the bar incredibly high. We’re all still buzzing with ideas and inspiration from her session!"
— Angelique Rewers, CEO and Founder of BoldHaus, an Inc. 5000-Recognized Company

"I recently saw Kim at the Gold Coast Business week and her presentation on the future of AI was exceptional. It was one of 5 AI keynotes I've seen recently and this one definitely carried the most weight with me. There were many practical nuggets of gold that I took away and generally found it a fascinating and highly engaging discussion. Her plethora of knowledge would be highly beneficial to any professional not looking to be left behind in the AI era."
— Ben Miller, Growth Leader, KPMG

42% of global CEOs don’t think their business will be viable by 2035 (PwC) – Make sure yours isn’t one.

We are standing on the threshold of a decade unlike any other—a time of extraordinary speed, transformation, and innovation set against a backdrop of a global polycrisis (simultaneous economic, environmental, and social challenges).

At the same time, we see the rise of the empowered workforce - employees who seek purpose, flexibility, and greater autonomy in an increasingly talent short market, reshaping organizational dynamics and leadership.

To not only survive but thrive, we need to proactively embrace change, foster adaptability, and cultivate a mindset of continuous learning and resilience. By doing so, we can harness these disruptions as powerful catalysts for growth and success.

To thrive, we must reimagine:

·   Business - From Tweaks to Transformation: In the face of simultaneous disruptions, incremental improvements won’t cut it. It’s time to reimagine your business - boldly and holistically.

·   Workforce - From Human Resources to Human Empowerment: The goal – to build a workforce that is agile, skilled for the future, diverse, and deeply engaged.

·   Leadership - From Command to Connect: We must deeply rethink what effective leadership looks like in an era defined by AI, The Polycrisis, and empowered employees.

Available as a 60-minute inspirational keynote, a 90-minute interactive experience, or 1 - 3 half-day workshops.

Why Attend?

·   Insights: Discover transformative ideas and innovations reshaping business, leadership, and talent in the age of AI and the Polycrisis.

·   Strategies: Acquire actionable strategies to proactively transform your organization, empower your workforce, and strengthen resilience for future disruptions.

·   Leadership: Redefine your leadership approach from command to connect, equipping yourself to inspire agility, autonomy, and continuous innovation in your teams.

Join Kim for a Transformative Experience

"Kim delivered the opening keynote at our Industry Leadership Forum in November. We gave her a brief to challenge the audience to think differently and she delivered. We were impressed by her industry knowledge, ability to tailor her content to the level of leader, and her ability to engage from the stage. Kim was also very easy to work with and got great feedback from the participants. I highly recommend Kim to speak at your conference."
— Ivan Cauley, Global Vice President Portfolio Management, Worley

Designed for professionals at every level, this session delivers the clarity, confidence, and career strategy you need to navigate the AI revolution and emerge stronger than ever.

We are entering the most disruptive decade in living memory — driven by AI, accelerated by the Polycrisis (where multiple crises converge), and amplified by shifting workforce expectations.

Jobs are changing fast. Roles are being redefined. And employers are making hasty, AI-driven decisions that often leave people behind.

But this keynote isn’t about fear. It’s about opportunity.

Designed for professionals at every level, this session delivers the clarity, confidence, and career strategy you need to navigate the AI revolution and emerge stronger than ever.

To thrive, you must reimagine:

• Your Work – from routine to remarkable: Learn how to harness AI to elevate your daily tasks and performance.
• Your Path – from reactive to resilient: Map where your role is headed — and where you want to go next.
• Your Development – from uncertainty to evolution: Shift from fearing AI to using it as your personal coach, co-pilot, and career catalyst.

Available as a 60-minute keynote, a 90-minute interactive experience, or a 1–3 half-day workshop.

Why Attend?

• Insight: Understand how AI is reshaping industries and what it means for your role.
• Strategy: Walk away with a proven framework to enhance your career today — and evolve it for tomorrow.
• Momentum: Leave with practical next steps you can take in the next 90 days to stay ahead.

Your future isn’t something to fear.

It’s something to build — starting now.