Fresh Speakers - Fresh Content
Who's on stage at Convention 2023?
Over 40 Speakers with ‘Fresh’ Content that’s never been seen before at Convention. We’ll be exploring four elements that are critical to taking a fresh approach to our speaking work from 2023 and into the future: Fresh Content, Fresh Business, Fresh Focus and Fresh Approach. Make a fresh start to 2023 and join us in Melbourne in March.
Keith Abraham CSP
Keith Abraham is multi-award winning speaker. A best-selling author of five books, published in 12 languages. In his 26 year speaking career he has presented to more than 1.7 million people across 39 countries. What’s more telling is that 93% of his clients have used him more than once, 57% have asked him back more than six times and 34% of his clients have used him every year for more than ten years. For more than 25 years Keith Abraham has become the global authority on goal achievement and the creator of the GoalDriver™ Formula. He has researched how people can achieve what seems like the unimaginable, unreachable and the unattainable in their life.
Dale Beaumont CSP
Dale Beaumont is an Award-Winning Technology Entrepreneur, International Speaker and the Author of 19 Best-Selling books. Dale started his first business at the age of 19 and has been building companies ever since. One of those companies is now a multimillion-dollar enterprise, which has enabled Dale to become an avid investor, charity supporter and travel with his wife Katherine and two sons to more than 85 different countries. As a result of his success, Dale has been featured in Forbes, The Huffington Post, Business Insider, Gizmodo and GQ, just to name a few.
Carmen Braidwood
Carmen Braidwood is a media professional, Master of Ceremonies and coach with more than two decades’ experience in commercial radio and television. Seen around Australia as a regular presenter on the Nine Network’s Destination WA, she’s worked as a presenter, producer, and newsreader for most of the country’s major media companies. Her appearances as a contributor include Sky News, Nine News, The Today Show, The Project and Today Tonight. Carmen’s also in demand as a corporate Media Trainer. Teaching so much more than traditional media skills like guesting for TV & radio, Carmen’s “Modern Media Training” and “Confidence on Camera” programs help businesses, experts and professional speakers trade awkward moments on social media and other digital platforms for the polish of a broadcast professional. Perth radio listeners will remember Carmen from appearances on 6IX, a stint hosting 6PR’s Weekend Breakfast, and a run of seven years hosting 96fm’s much-loved Breakfast Show.
Rael Bricker CSP
From being 6000ft underground, to starting an education business (that grew to have 4000 plus students) to spending years working in venture capital, Rael has seen it all. He’s listed companies on two international stock exchanges, and his financial services group has settled more than $3bn in loans in 20 years. Rael has diverse work history combined with his unique global research interviews with companies in more than 25 countries. With over 30 years as a serial entrepreneur, Rael Bricker helps businesses succeed by delivering a series of dynamic talks on building businesses by thinking outside the box.
Lynne Cazaly CSP
Lynne Cazaly CSP is a work futurist and expert in new ways of working. She is an international keynote speaker and award-winning author with her ideas and thoughts published in 10 books. She consults to leaders, teams and businesses guiding them through their adoption of new and creative ways of working. Lynne is a master facilitator, having designed and developed the successful ‘Leader as Facilitator’ curriculum. She is an experienced radio broadcaster, university lecturer and media commentator. Lynne loves learning and performing in improvisation. See more at www.lynnecazaly.com
Tony Eades CSP
Tony is the 2023 PSA Conference Convenor. He is a business re-thinker, using the combination of strategy and new technology to help businesses optimise their brand positioning, customer experience and digital transformation. From start-ups to global enterprises – he is passionate about future proofing brands and helping them engage with the new consumer and thrive in the ever-changing marketplace. He writes for a number of publications including Sydney Morning Herald, been featured on television and radio including Channel Nine, Triple M Network and 2GB as well as being the Chief Strategy Officer at Salted Stone, a global award-winning digital marketing agency.
Dr Neryl East CSP
If you want to build a stand-out reputation, you want to learn from someone who’s been a leader in that arena for more than three decades. Dr Neryl East CSP is a credibility expert who shows leaders how to be heard, stand out and command influence – especially when the pressure is on. Before she became a professional speaker, Neryl spent many years communicating with audiences as a television and radio journalist. During the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games her role as an announcer saw her speak to crowds of 20,000. Neryl has a PhD in Journalism and is the author of five books including an Amazon best-seller on media and reputation. She’s currently the National President of Professional Speakers Australia and has served on the board since 2020.
Kieran Flanagan
Kieran Flanagan is the co-founder of The Behaviour Report. • She was Voted by Meetings & Conventions USA as one of the “Top 25 C-Suite Speakers to watch” • She runs leadership & performance programs for global tech giants, pharmaceutical companies, financial institutions & consulting firms • Developed Behavioural Change strategies to help fight human trafficking for the UN in Singapore • Delivered innovation projects and new product development for Unilever, Lion Nathan, Uncle Tobys & Coca-Cola • Is one half of the creative & strategic team behind the most successful new product launch in Australia • Led Australia’s Premier Creative School, AWARD, where she also worked as a lecturer and tutor.
Maz Farrelly
Maz has been to more showbiz parties than Kim Kardashian’s Spanx and down more red carpets than a Dyson vacuum. Her contacts read like the toilet queue at the Oscars and her loo is packed full of international awards – BAFTAS, Logies, Astras, Royal Television Society Awards, National Comedy Awards, a Bronze Rose De Montreux, the works. Maz has been the big boss of the biggest TV shows in the world, with the biggest teams, budgets, audiences and superstars – five series of Big Brother, The X Factor, The Farmer Wants A Wife, The Celebrity Apprentice, Dancing with the Stars and she is the co-creator of the long standing ABC current affairs show, Q&A. Her content has been watched more than eight BILLION times, her latest documentary beat 60 others to take the top prize at The Sanctuary Cove Film Festival, and she once created so much social traffic, she broke Twitter.
Dan Gregory
Dan Gregory is the co-founder of The Behaviour Report. • He led the creative & strategic team behind the most successful new product launch in Australian history. • Developed strategies for the Australian Navy, Professional Services, Banks and Retailers. • Has won creativity and marketing effectiveness awards around the world. • Works with the School of Psychology & The School of Business at Western Sydney University on the business of human behaviour. • Spent three years working on the stand up comedy circuit in the UK, Europe & US. • Is a social commentator on The Gruen Transfer, Sunrise, The Today Show & Studio 10. • Co-hosts “A show called Brandin’” for LinkedIn and “The Behaviour Report” show.
Mike Goldman
With guest roles on Young Rock 2, The Wilds 2, Joe VS Carol and the hit film Monsters of Man there’s more to Mike Goldman than meets the eye. You may know him as an Aussie actor and voiceover guy but did you know that he has hosted some of the biggest events in Australia? From Sydney 2000 to the 2018 Commonwealth Games, The Sydney Kings home games to the Wests Tigers and Brisbane Broncos home games Mike loves to blow the lid off an arena with his infectious energy and excitement. For all film and TV credits please go to IMDB or Showcast.
Anton Guinea
The Guinea Group (TGG) is led by entrepreneur, speaker and best-selling author, Anton Guinea. As a 21-year-old sparkie, Anton survived poor leaders, and stress induced raves and rants. Here at TGG, we have one relentless question: “Why do leaders need to be calmer and more controlled in pressure situations, and how can they do that”? We ask this question so much, that it is now the topic of Anton’s Master of Research. Stay tuned for more on that front. In short, TGG helps leaders to be better at ‘leading under pressure’ by leading with conscious control, care factor and courage. TGG supports leaders to move their teams to become psychologically safe, physically safe, and overall better versions of themselves.
Adam Harris
Adam Harris is an EOS Implementer and Corporate Leadership Coach. He is passionate about supporting business owners and leaders to achieve greater results for their teams, their businesses and themselves. He does this by clearly helping them to map out where they are and where they want to get to. Adam is an international speaker and author and has over 20 years worth of experience of running his own businesses. He has been supporting other businesses to elevate through leadership coaching for 18 years. He is now committed to help organizations to elevate their business and their life through implementing EOS. Website: https://www.eosworldwide.com/adam-harris
Lindsey Leigh Hobson
Lindsey Leigh Hobson elevates forward-thinking organisations and their emerging leaders to create the ultimate next-generation of leadership. Drawing on her current experiences as an emerging leader and a manager, Lindsey Leigh will show today’s new starters, early career talent, graduates and first-time managers how to be your innovating leaders of tomorrow. Individuals who are confident and capable of taking your business to new levels of success, while adopting methods and technologies that simply don’t exist today. After all, who better to bridge the gap between your management and your emerging leaders than someone who is both? Lindsey Leigh is an active team manager across multiple industries, an award-winning Speaker, and a qualified Life Coach.
Mark Jones
Mark Jones co-CEO + Chief Storyteller ImpactInstitute Pty Ltd Mark works with business leaders and organisations across the world to define their purpose and impact, then tell compelling stories that change hearts and minds. As a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, event host and podcaster, he has inspired and educated thousands of people with his storytelling mastery, practical tools and infectious enthusiasm. Mark’s book, Beliefonomics: Realise the True Value of Your Brand Story, unlocks the heartbeat of storytelling and the power of customer belief systems. As Co-CEO and Chief Storyteller at ImpactInstitute, he leads a team of impact advisors, brand storytellers and events professionals working across the social, not-for-profit, corporate and government sectors.
Troy & Zara Love
Troy & Zara are Directors of Great Talk and two of Australia’s most loved performance coaches. As coaches they work with professional speakers, thought leaders, tech wizzes and influencers to helped them to shape, share and deliver an engaging message in a more powerful way. With over 10,000 appearances on- stage, online, radio and screen to a collective audience of more than 10-million, Troy & Zara know a thing or two about performance and how to bring out the best in every speaker. Now, they’re here to help you share your unique ideas and perspective through the art of storytelling, so you can connect more authentically with your audience and become a more confident and charismatic communicator.
Dr Dianne McGrath CSP
Dr Dianne McGrath is one of Australia’s leading sustainability experts, holds three degrees in sustainability including a PhD, and is a member of the International Society of Sustainability Professionals. She lives her life challenging what others think impossible, whether that was to live a year with no single-use plastics, prepare for a fully-sustainable one-way mission to Mars, choosing to circumnavigate our planet to help protect our oceans – our future, cycling extreme distances, sailing in gale storms in a tall ship in the Southern Ocean or biohacking her body and mind to become Dianne 2.0.
Laurelle Mellet
Mum to 4 incredible kids. Model from a young age doing commercials and Fashion shoots. Played Duffy in the musical Annie touring all over South Africa . Mnet Tv Presenter in South Africa. Founder of Amplify You Tube convention in Australia and New Zealand getting artists from all over the world. Activist in The Safe Schools Program in Australia.
Eleni Mitas CSP
Eleni is a world-renowned hypnotherapy. Helen has been through it… She played the matrix at full speed for 53 years; traveling around the world, to build her empire— even being awarded Hypnotist of the Year in 2018. She worked for years as a hypnotherapist before founding HypnoFit, the world’s first global hypnotherapy clinic. After opening 18 clinics in the US., UK., Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, and authoring her published book, “Mindset Dominance,” she was tired. She worked hard. She was always exhausted & striving for more. Until she realised that everything she really wanted – she already had! So from that day, I made a change. I reclaimed my beautiful birth name Eleni (light) and stepped into a new, more evolved version of me.
Rod Morris
Rod has a background in film and television production, direction, editing, interactive design, business management, talent coordination, production planning and technology development. Interactive Originals Pty Ltd (IO Films) is a prolific supplier of specialised production services to the television industry. For more than 25 years, Rod has supplied essential services to many high profile productions such as Hard Quiz, The Chase, Family Feud, Big Brother, The Voice, and over 70 other game show and reality formats. For 11 years, Rod was the supplier of choice for producing the stage video content for the Australian Music Industry’s night of nights, the Annual ARIA Awards. Besides having written and produced an internationally sold and distributed feature film (“Dying Breed” – 2008) Rod produces, directs and develops digital content for a wide variety of projects ranging from live satellite broadcasts, customised technology for integration into television shows, and video content for major live events and many corporate projects.
Sarah Morse
A former (NSW) Young Australian of the Year, Sarah draws on 20 years as a nurse and humanitarian to bring a uniquely global and deeply human perspective to the way humans think, work and behave. Specialising in cancer services and palliative care, and having worked with some of the world’s poorest people, Sarah is known for her deep commitment to nursing the human spirit. If there’s one thing Sarah knows, it’s people. Through her personal experience of burnout, Sarah believes that empowering people to thrive in the workplace is pivotal to a healthy workforce. Most recently, Sarah worked as a Health Advisor in a safe house in Spain for survivors of human trafficking. As Director of Unchained Solutions, Sarah inspires Australians to be leaders in making an impact on modern slavery.
Yamini Naidu CSP
Yamini Naidu is the world’s only economist, master storyteller and bollywood dancer! What a great fit to the theme of PSA’s 2025 convention CADENCE; the Rhythm of Speaker Success. In years gone by delegates may have attended a break-out workshop with Yamini exploring the craft of exceptional storytelling or your speaker X-factor. In March 2025 Yamini will take the main stage. A true educator and an inspiring keynoter, get ready to be inspired by her insights and actionable advice.
Russell Pearson
Whether stalking the big stage, going global from his private studio or rocking a comedy club, Brand Strategist, Russell Pearson brings passion, humour and insight to every presentation. His fun and engaging style has impacted thousands of business people around the world. Whether keynotes or workshops, Russell brings decades of experience and practical application to every presentation. Powerful observation, captivating storytelling and a strong grasp of online technology enable Russell to connect audiences with the future of business. Russell is an award winning director of the Crimson Fox Creative Studios and Founder of the FORGE Business Program.
Michelle Ray CSP, HoF
Michelle Ray is a business keynote speaker, leadership and change expert, author and educator who has worked with renowned brands that include Microsoft, Dell, PayPal, McDonalds, Xerox, Qantas and Shell. Born in Australia and now residing in Vancouver, Canada, Michelle is the CEO and Founder of the Real Time Leadership Academy. She has taught leadership skills to the Australian Army, the FBI, and C-suite executives in an array of industries, including financial institutions on the list of the world’s top 50 banks. She is as an unstoppable force on stage, creating memorable experiences for her audiences and clients for more than twenty-five years. Michelle is the author of two books: Leading Yourself First! Indispensable Lessons in Business and in Life and Leading in Real Time: How to Drive Success in a Radically Changing World.
Bel Ryan
Bel Ryan Ignite Wellbeing Co Bel Ryan is a wellbeing speaker who specialises in using art therapy to minimise stress, reduce burnout and ignite your potential. With a 20+ year career in counselling, art therapy, facilitation and mental health training, she is passionate about the power of using creativity to overcome adversity in your life and empowering you to thrive. Her distinct fusion of creative and experiential approaches positions her uniquely as a speaker that cultivates reflection, understanding, learning and insight.
Jo Saunders
Jo Saunders is a sought-after independent LinkedIn expert strategist and certified trainer, known as the LinkedIn Demystifier. She is driven by an intense curiosity in how LinkedIn can be leveraged to establish connection, enhance credibility and earn influence through the power of Connectfluence. She is engaged to train, consult and strategize with teams of entrepreneurial thinkers and talented experts. Jo is the winner of Best Use of LinkedIn 2021, Social Media Educator of the Year Award Finalist 2019 and was named #2 LinkedIn Expert in Asia Pacific for 2018. She was named one of the top 50 social media marketing influencers of 2019. is the co-author of ‘Get Good or Get Off – A guide to getting it right on social media’.
Kim Seeling Smith CSP
Future of Work expert, Kim Seeling Smith helps organizations build and retain a future fit workforce to reach their commercial goals, create thriving cultures, and overcome challenges and seize opportunities presented by the post-pandemic world. She engages audiences as a master storyteller, passionate educator and trend translator. Kim has literally had a seat at the table with Sir Richard Branson for the innovative work she does around the Future of Work, was named a Top 101 Global Influencer on Employee Engagement, wrote THE how to guide on 1:1 employee check-ins, Mind Reading for Managers, and co-wrote a Career Development Guide with mega author Brian Tracy.
Cathy Simon
Founder of SynergyX – Amplifying Partnerships, a consultancy business that identifies and creates strategic partnerships, building brands & growing business by aligning brand DNA. Creating premium strategies & extraordinary partnerships to drive outstanding commercial outcomes. I have extensive experience in the media industry, including production, sales, integration, strategy, marketing, communications, digital, and commercial partnerships (live events, podcasts, reality, travel, food, drama and big event television formats). The breadth and depth of my knowledge, skills & experience provide me with a platform that enables me to work across all facets of business & media. A rich history of innovation & commercial partnerships in the media industry has given me great insights & a wealth of learning on which to draw in looking forward & strategically planning for new projects & commercial opportunities.
Regina Sorensen
The much-loved Fish and Chip maker from a little village in Tasmania who became the only person to win Australian TV’s biggest popularity contest – TWICE! Regina Sorensen shot to fame in 2003 when she won the hearts of all Australia and was overwhelmingly voted the winner of Big Brother Series 3. The ensuing 19 years presented her with challenges such as being diagnosed as going blind, being found to have an extremely rare genetic disorder with devastating consequences, giving birth to her son who suffers from Cystic Fibrosis and two broken marriages. Things that individually would break most people but Reggie still greets every day with a beaming smile and infectious personality. It took 19 years for her to be invited back into the Big Brother house and naturally she won it – AGAIN!
Scott Stein
Scott has worked with thousands of leaders around the world helping them to become better leaders by fast-tracking their thinking and their approach with people. Scott is a highly sought after international speaker and mentor who has worked with a range of global and Australian businesses. He has a Master’s Degree in Communications and taught Communication and Public Speaking at Central Michigan University. In addition, Scott received the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from Professional Speakers Association, which recognises him as one of the top speakers across the globe. Scott is the author of four books, his most recent titled: ‘Leadership Hacks’ that aims to equip leaders with effective and fast track strategies to boost impact and results as a leader. In ‘Leadership Hacks’ Scott identifies possible distractions that could be slowing leaders down and provides an expansive toolkit to help in streamlining delegation skills, fast-tracking productivity and re-routing meetings so that leaders come away with more productive outcomes. So, if you are a CEO, aspiring CEO or just somebody who would like to improve their leadership skills and effectiveness, you should be adding Scott’s new book Leadership Hacks to your bookshelf. Scott also advises individuals and organisations pulling from his Native American heritage and wilderness survival training. Scott’s desire to help others is inherent. As one of the founding board members for the charity Hands Across the Water, assisting children who lost their families in the 2004 tsunami, it is within his nature to support and encourage those who need guidance in finding their path. Scott also guides a number of Senior Leaders and Business owners whom he mentors on a regular basis. Despite championing the business world, Scott’s ego is well and truly on the ground next to him. Humility and approachability are perhaps two of his most defining characteristics, enabling him to be so successful in what he does. Congruently, his experience as a practical expert on leadership and influence has helped many of the world’s best-known brands and government agencies to clear the way to improve communication, connection, and results.
Ben Watts
Ben Watts is the Head of Studio for Spotify in Australia and New Zealand. He is responsible for Spotify’s continuing expansion into podcasting and talk audio mediums for the region. This including working with everyone from grassroots creators just starting their audio journey, to commissioning and licensing podcast from some of ANZ’s most amazing audio creators. It also includes helping more and more Australians discover the magic of listening to podcasts each day. Having started his career as a journalist and editor for Rolling Stone, he followed his love of entertainment and audience engagement across the digital gamut from reality TV (Big Brother, The Block) to celebrity news (ninemsn), radio and podcasting (The ABC) and music streaming (Apple Music) before taking up his current role at Spotify.
Bronwyn Williams
As a woman in leadership across the fields of education and non-profit, Bron Williams has taught a multi-grade classroom, led a school, run a Salvation Army church and welfare centre, and worked with asylum seekers on Nauru. Over the past 16 years, she has shattered family and cultural expectations around what a woman should do, challenged societal norms about what ageing looks like, and reformed and reshaped her career not once but twice. Bron has discovered that it takes courage to let go of long-held beliefs that hold us back, to lead from behind when leadership is not recognised, and to set up and run businesses in fresh ways. She brings a wealth of insight and experience in both leadership and public speaking to her presentations.
Darren Pratley CSP
Darren is recognised as one of New Zealand’s best business speakers. Having had a career of over 30 years working in highly competitive industries that were going through massive change including financial services, real estate and automotive. Darren’s insights in supporting business growth and developing high performance culture are always in demand. He is often referred to as “TheTactical Strategist” working as a speaker, trainer and consultant supporting many high performing businesses in New Zealand to improve business performance but also challenging the people in business, to set visions for a better life. His session will be practical and thought provoking, with content that he hopes you to take from the room and apply to your business and your life……. tomorrow. Darren is an Internationally Certified Speaking Professional and was recently awarded by the New Zealand Professional Speakers Association the Professional Speaker of the Year 2022-23.
Ian Stephens CSP
Known to many in PSA, Ian has spoken in 29 countries spanning 25 years. Booked to speak or train on average 180 days per year, Ian is a seasoned veteran with over 4,000 engagements under his belt. He says he would be “an idiot not to notice some distinctions and patterns” that speakers, trainers, coaches or consultants are using to convert business. He is the author of 4 books on sales, customer service and transformational change. In 2020 he was honoured by PSA with both the Educator of Excellence Award and the coveted Nevin Award.
Farmer Dave
Dave Graham uses his passion and love of animals as the Co-founder and Manager of Rufftrack – a youth engagement program for young people who have disengaged with school and the community to give them skills, education, a sense of self-worth and reconnecting them with their community. Dave has become one of Australia’s best live performance hosts bringing together his love of animals and Australian bush culture to connect audiences with positive modern training methods through Entertainment, Engagement and Education. Dave is a warm and engaging TV and radio personality, keynote speaker and MC natural.
Max Markson
OVER 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN PR, EVENTS & CELEBRITY MANAGEMENT! Markson Sparks! commenced operation in 1982, quickly establishing a reputation as a leading force in the publicity industry.A publicity company with a difference, we are dynamic and pro active, with a high energy approach.In a unique and innovative manner, we generate ideas and design strategies that achieve your publicity objectives in the most effective manner.We create highly innovative campaigns, efficiently organise them, methodically implement them and thoroughly exploit them for maximum publicity, all with a full measure of enthusiasm and excitement. Lynne Cazaly CSP
Lynne Cazaly CSP is a work futurist and expert in new ways of working. She is an international keynote speaker and award-winning author with her ideas and thoughts published in 10 books. She consults to leaders, teams and businesses guiding them through their adoption of new and creative ways of working. Lynne is a master facilitator, having designed and developed the successful ‘Leader as Facilitator’ curriculum. She is an experienced radio broadcaster, university lecturer and media commentator. Lynne loves learning and performing in improvisation. See more at www.lynnecazaly.com Tony Eades CSP
Tony is the 2023 PSA Conference Convenor. He is a business re-thinker, using the combination of strategy and new technology to help businesses optimise their brand positioning, customer experience and digital transformation. From start-ups to global enterprises – he is passionate about future proofing brands and helping them engage with the new consumer and thrive in the ever-changing marketplace. He writes for a number of publications including Sydney Morning Herald, been featured on television and radio including Channel Nine, Triple M Network and 2GB as well as being the Chief Strategy Officer at Salted Stone, a global award-winning digital marketing agency. Dr Neryl East CSP
If you want to build a stand-out reputation, you want to learn from someone who’s been a leader in that arena for more than three decades. Dr Neryl East CSP is a credibility expert who shows leaders how to be heard, stand out and command influence – especially when the pressure is on. Before she became a professional speaker, Neryl spent many years communicating with audiences as a television and radio journalist. During the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games her role as an announcer saw her speak to crowds of 20,000. Neryl has a PhD in Journalism and is the author of five books including an Amazon best-seller on media and reputation. She’s currently the National President of Professional Speakers Australia and has served on the board since 2020. Maz Farrelly
Maz has been to more showbiz parties than Kim Kardashian’s Spanx and down more red carpets than a Dyson vacuum. Her contacts read like the toilet queue at the Oscars and her loo is packed full of international awards – BAFTAS, Logies, Astras, Royal Television Society Awards, National Comedy Awards, a Bronze Rose De Montreux, the works. Maz has been the big boss of the biggest TV shows in the world, with the biggest teams, budgets, audiences and superstars – five series of Big Brother, The X Factor, The Farmer Wants A Wife, The Celebrity Apprentice, Dancing with the Stars and she is the co-creator of the long standing ABC current affairs show, Q&A. Her content has been watched more than eight BILLION times, her latest documentary beat 60 others to take the top prize at The Sanctuary Cove Film Festival, and she once created so much social traffic, she broke Twitter. Maz Farrelly
Maz has been to more showbiz parties than Kim Kardashian’s Spanx and down more red carpets than a Dyson vacuum. Her contacts read like the toilet queue at the Oscars and her loo is packed full of international awards – BAFTAS, Logies, Astras, Royal Television Society Awards, National Comedy Awards, a Bronze Rose De Montreux, the works. Maz has been the big boss of the biggest TV shows in the world, with the biggest teams, budgets, audiences and superstars – five series of Big Brother, The X Factor, The Farmer Wants A Wife, The Celebrity Apprentice, Dancing with the Stars and she is the co-creator of the long standing ABC current affairs show, Q&A. Her content has been watched more than eight BILLION times, her latest documentary beat 60 others to take the top prize at The Sanctuary Cove Film Festival, and she once created so much social traffic, she broke Twitter. Kieran Flanagan
Kieran Flanagan is the co-founder of The Behaviour Report. • She was Voted by Meetings & Conventions USA as one of the “Top 25 C-Suite Speakers to watch” • She runs leadership & performance programs for global tech giants, pharmaceutical companies, financial institutions & consulting firms • Developed Behavioural Change strategies to help fight human trafficking for the UN in Singapore • Delivered innovation projects and new product development for Unilever, Lion Nathan, Uncle Tobys & Coca-Cola • Is one half of the creative & strategic team behind the most successful new product launch in Australia • Led Australia’s Premier Creative School, AWARD, where she also worked as a lecturer and tutor. Dan Gregory
Dan Gregory is the co-founder of The Behaviour Report. • He led the creative & strategic team behind the most successful new product launch in Australian history. • Developed strategies for the Australian Navy, Professional Services, Banks and Retailers. • Has won creativity and marketing effectiveness awards around the world. • Works with the School of Psychology & The School of Business at Western Sydney University on the business of human behaviour. • Spent three years working on the stand up comedy circuit in the UK, Europe & US. • Is a social commentator on The Gruen Transfer, Sunrise, The Today Show & Studio 10. • Co-hosts “A show called Brandin’” for LinkedIn and “The Behaviour Report” show. Mike Goldman
With guest roles on Young Rock 2, The Wilds 2, Joe VS Carol and the hit film Monsters of Man there’s more to Mike Goldman than meets the eye. You may know him as an Aussie actor and voiceover guy but did you know that he has hosted some of the biggest events in Australia? From Sydney 2000 to the 2018 Commonwealth Games, The Sydney Kings home games to the Wests Tigers and Brisbane Broncos home games Mike loves to blow the lid off an arena with his infectious energy and excitement. For all film and TV credits please go to IMDB or Showcast. Anton Guinea
The Guinea Group (TGG) is led by entrepreneur, speaker and best-selling author, Anton Guinea. As a 21-year-old sparkie, Anton survived poor leaders, and stress induced raves and rants. Here at TGG, we have one relentless question: “Why do leaders need to be calmer and more controlled in pressure situations, and how can they do that”? We ask this question so much, that it is now the topic of Anton’s Master of Research. Stay tuned for more on that front. In short, TGG helps leaders to be better at ‘leading under pressure’ by leading with conscious control, care factor and courage. TGG supports leaders to move their teams to become psychologically safe, physically safe, and overall better versions of themselves. Anton Guinea
The Guinea Group (TGG) is led by entrepreneur, speaker and best-selling author, Anton Guinea. As a 21-year-old sparkie, Anton survived poor leaders, and stress induced raves and rants. Here at TGG, we have one relentless question: “Why do leaders need to be calmer and more controlled in pressure situations, and how can they do that”? We ask this question so much, that it is now the topic of Anton’s Master of Research. Stay tuned for more on that front. In short, TGG helps leaders to be better at ‘leading under pressure’ by leading with conscious control, care factor and courage. TGG supports leaders to move their teams to become psychologically safe, physically safe, and overall better versions of themselves. Adam Harris
Adam Harris is an EOS Implementer and Corporate Leadership Coach. He is passionate about supporting business owners and leaders to achieve greater results for their teams, their businesses and themselves. He does this by clearly helping them to map out where they are and where they want to get to. Adam is an international speaker and author and has over 20 years worth of experience of running his own businesses. He has been supporting other businesses to elevate through leadership coaching for 18 years. He is now committed to help organizations to elevate their business and their life through implementing EOS. Website: https://www.eosworldwide.com/adam-harris Lindsey Leigh Hobson
Lindsey Leigh Hobson elevates forward-thinking organisations and their emerging leaders to create the ultimate next-generation of leadership. Drawing on her current experiences as an emerging leader and a manager, Lindsey Leigh will show today’s new starters, early career talent, graduates and first-time managers how to be your innovating leaders of tomorrow. Individuals who are confident and capable of taking your business to new levels of success, while adopting methods and technologies that simply don’t exist today. After all, who better to bridge the gap between your management and your emerging leaders than someone who is both? Lindsey Leigh is an active team manager across multiple industries, an award-winning Speaker, and a qualified Life Coach. Mark Jones
Mark Jones co-CEO + Chief Storyteller ImpactInstitute Pty Ltd Mark works with business leaders and organisations across the world to define their purpose and impact, then tell compelling stories that change hearts and minds. As a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, event host and podcaster, he has inspired and educated thousands of people with his storytelling mastery, practical tools and infectious enthusiasm. Mark’s book, Beliefonomics: Realise the True Value of Your Brand Story, unlocks the heartbeat of storytelling and the power of customer belief systems. As Co-CEO and Chief Storyteller at ImpactInstitute, he leads a team of impact advisors, brand storytellers and events professionals working across the social, not-for-profit, corporate and government sectors. Mark Jones
Mark Jones co-CEO + Chief Storyteller ImpactInstitute Pty Ltd Mark works with business leaders and organisations across the world to define their purpose and impact, then tell compelling stories that change hearts and minds. As a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, event host and podcaster, he has inspired and educated thousands of people with his storytelling mastery, practical tools and infectious enthusiasm. Mark’s book, Beliefonomics: Realise the True Value of Your Brand Story, unlocks the heartbeat of storytelling and the power of customer belief systems. As Co-CEO and Chief Storyteller at ImpactInstitute, he leads a team of impact advisors, brand storytellers and events professionals working across the social, not-for-profit, corporate and government sectors. Troy & Zara Love
Troy & Zara are Directors of Great Talk and two of Australia’s most loved performance coaches. As coaches they work with professional speakers, thought leaders, tech wizzes and influencers to helped them to shape, share and deliver an engaging message in a more powerful way. With over 10,000 appearances on- stage, online, radio and screen to a collective audience of more than 10-million, Troy & Zara know a thing or two about performance and how to bring out the best in every speaker. Now, they’re here to help you share your unique ideas and perspective through the art of storytelling, so you can connect more authentically with your audience and become a more confident and charismatic communicator. Dr Dianne McGrath CSP
Dr Dianne McGrath is one of Australia’s leading sustainability experts, holds three degrees in sustainability including a PhD, and is a member of the International Society of Sustainability Professionals. She lives her life challenging what others think impossible, whether that was to live a year with no single-use plastics, prepare for a fully-sustainable one-way mission to Mars, choosing to circumnavigate our planet to help protect our oceans – our future, cycling extreme distances, sailing in gale storms in a tall ship in the Southern Ocean or biohacking her body and mind to become Dianne 2.0. Laurelle Mellet
Mum to 4 incredible kids. Model from a young age doing commercials and Fashion shoots. Played Duffy in the musical Annie touring all over South Africa . Mnet Tv Presenter in South Africa. Founder of Amplify You Tube convention in Australia and New Zealand getting artists from all over the world. Activist in The Safe Schools Program in Australia. Eleni Mitas CSP
Eleni is a world-renowned hypnotherapy. Helen has been through it… She played the matrix at full speed for 53 years; traveling around the world, to build her empire— even being awarded Hypnotist of the Year in 2018. She worked for years as a hypnotherapist before founding HypnoFit, the world’s first global hypnotherapy clinic. After opening 18 clinics in the US., UK., Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, and authoring her published book, “Mindset Dominance,” she was tired. She worked hard. She was always exhausted & striving for more. Until she realised that everything she really wanted – she already had! So from that day, I made a change. I reclaimed my beautiful birth name Eleni (light) and stepped into a new, more evolved version of me. Eleni Mitas CSP
Eleni is a world-renowned hypnotherapy. Helen has been through it… She played the matrix at full speed for 53 years; traveling around the world, to build her empire— even being awarded Hypnotist of the Year in 2018. She worked for years as a hypnotherapist before founding HypnoFit, the world’s first global hypnotherapy clinic. After opening 18 clinics in the US., UK., Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, and authoring her published book, “Mindset Dominance,” she was tired. She worked hard. She was always exhausted & striving for more. Until she realised that everything she really wanted – she already had! So from that day, I made a change. I reclaimed my beautiful birth name Eleni (light) and stepped into a new, more evolved version of me. Rod Morris
Rod has a background in film and television production, direction, editing, interactive design, business management, talent coordination, production planning and technology development. Interactive Originals Pty Ltd (IO Films) is a prolific supplier of specialised production services to the television industry. For more than 25 years, Rod has supplied essential services to many high profile productions such as Hard Quiz, The Chase, Family Feud, Big Brother, The Voice, and over 70 other game show and reality formats. For 11 years, Rod was the supplier of choice for producing the stage video content for the Australian Music Industry’s night of nights, the Annual ARIA Awards. Besides having written and produced an internationally sold and distributed feature film (“Dying Breed” – 2008) Rod produces, directs and develops digital content for a wide variety of projects ranging from live satellite broadcasts, customised technology for integration into television shows, and video content for major live events and many corporate projects. Sarah Morse
A former (NSW) Young Australian of the Year, Sarah draws on 20 years as a nurse and humanitarian to bring a uniquely global and deeply human perspective to the way humans think, work and behave. Specialising in cancer services and palliative care, and having worked with some of the world’s poorest people, Sarah is known for her deep commitment to nursing the human spirit. If there’s one thing Sarah knows, it’s people. Through her personal experience of burnout, Sarah believes that empowering people to thrive in the workplace is pivotal to a healthy workforce. Most recently, Sarah worked as a Health Advisor in a safe house in Spain for survivors of human trafficking. As Director of Unchained Solutions, Sarah inspires Australians to be leaders in making an impact on modern slavery. Yamini Naidu CSP
Yamini Naidu is the world’s only economist, master storyteller and bollywood dancer! What a great fit to the theme of PSA’s 2025 convention CADENCE; the Rhythm of Speaker Success. In years gone by delegates may have attended a break-out workshop with Yamini exploring the craft of exceptional storytelling or your speaker X-factor. In March 2025 Yamini will take the main stage. A true educator and an inspiring keynoter, get ready to be inspired by her insights and actionable advice. Russell Pearson
Whether stalking the big stage, going global from his private studio or rocking a comedy club, Brand Strategist, Russell Pearson brings passion, humour and insight to every presentation. His fun and engaging style has impacted thousands of business people around the world. Whether keynotes or workshops, Russell brings decades of experience and practical application to every presentation. Powerful observation, captivating storytelling and a strong grasp of online technology enable Russell to connect audiences with the future of business. Russell is an award winning director of the Crimson Fox Creative Studios and Founder of the FORGE Business Program. Russell Pearson
Whether stalking the big stage, going global from his private studio or rocking a comedy club, Brand Strategist, Russell Pearson brings passion, humour and insight to every presentation. His fun and engaging style has impacted thousands of business people around the world. Whether keynotes or workshops, Russell brings decades of experience and practical application to every presentation. Powerful observation, captivating storytelling and a strong grasp of online technology enable Russell to connect audiences with the future of business. Russell is an award winning director of the Crimson Fox Creative Studios and Founder of the FORGE Business Program. Darren Pratley CSP
Darren is recognised as one of New Zealand’s best business speakers. Having had a career of over 30 years working in highly competitive industries that were going through massive change including financial services, real estate and automotive. Darren’s insights in supporting business growth and developing high performance culture are always in demand. He is often referred to as “TheTactical Strategist” working as a speaker, trainer and consultant supporting many high performing businesses in New Zealand to improve business performance but also challenging the people in business, to set visions for a better life. His session will be practical and thought provoking, with content that he hopes you to take from the room and apply to your business and your life……. tomorrow. Darren is an Internationally Certified Speaking Professional and was recently awarded by the New Zealand Professional Speakers Association the Professional Speaker of the Year 2022-23. Michelle Ray CSP, HoF
Michelle Ray is a business keynote speaker, leadership and change expert, author and educator who has worked with renowned brands that include Microsoft, Dell, PayPal, McDonalds, Xerox, Qantas and Shell. Born in Australia and now residing in Vancouver, Canada, Michelle is the CEO and Founder of the Real Time Leadership Academy. She has taught leadership skills to the Australian Army, the FBI, and C-suite executives in an array of industries, including financial institutions on the list of the world’s top 50 banks. She is as an unstoppable force on stage, creating memorable experiences for her audiences and clients for more than twenty-five years. Michelle is the author of two books: Leading Yourself First! Indispensable Lessons in Business and in Life and Leading in Real Time: How to Drive Success in a Radically Changing World. Bel Ryan
Bel Ryan Ignite Wellbeing Co Bel Ryan is a wellbeing speaker who specialises in using art therapy to minimise stress, reduce burnout and ignite your potential. With a 20+ year career in counselling, art therapy, facilitation and mental health training, she is passionate about the power of using creativity to overcome adversity in your life and empowering you to thrive. Her distinct fusion of creative and experiential approaches positions her uniquely as a speaker that cultivates reflection, understanding, learning and insight. Jo Saunders
Jo Saunders is a sought-after independent LinkedIn expert strategist and certified trainer, known as the LinkedIn Demystifier. She is driven by an intense curiosity in how LinkedIn can be leveraged to establish connection, enhance credibility and earn influence through the power of Connectfluence. She is engaged to train, consult and strategize with teams of entrepreneurial thinkers and talented experts. Jo is the winner of Best Use of LinkedIn 2021, Social Media Educator of the Year Award Finalist 2019 and was named #2 LinkedIn Expert in Asia Pacific for 2018. She was named one of the top 50 social media marketing influencers of 2019. is the co-author of ‘Get Good or Get Off – A guide to getting it right on social media’. Kim Seeling Smith CSP
Future of Work expert, Kim Seeling Smith helps organizations build and retain a future fit workforce to reach their commercial goals, create thriving cultures, and overcome challenges and seize opportunities presented by the post-pandemic world. She engages audiences as a master storyteller, passionate educator and trend translator. Kim has literally had a seat at the table with Sir Richard Branson for the innovative work she does around the Future of Work, was named a Top 101 Global Influencer on Employee Engagement, wrote THE how to guide on 1:1 employee check-ins, Mind Reading for Managers, and co-wrote a Career Development Guide with mega author Brian Tracy. Jo Saunders
Jo Saunders is a sought-after independent LinkedIn expert strategist and certified trainer, known as the LinkedIn Demystifier. She is driven by an intense curiosity in how LinkedIn can be leveraged to establish connection, enhance credibility and earn influence through the power of Connectfluence. She is engaged to train, consult and strategize with teams of entrepreneurial thinkers and talented experts. Jo is the winner of Best Use of LinkedIn 2021, Social Media Educator of the Year Award Finalist 2019 and was named #2 LinkedIn Expert in Asia Pacific for 2018. She was named one of the top 50 social media marketing influencers of 2019. is the co-author of ‘Get Good or Get Off – A guide to getting it right on social media’. Kim Seeling Smith CSP
Future of Work expert, Kim Seeling Smith helps organizations build and retain a future fit workforce to reach their commercial goals, create thriving cultures, and overcome challenges and seize opportunities presented by the post-pandemic world. She engages audiences as a master storyteller, passionate educator and trend translator. Kim has literally had a seat at the table with Sir Richard Branson for the innovative work she does around the Future of Work, was named a Top 101 Global Influencer on Employee Engagement, wrote THE how to guide on 1:1 employee check-ins, Mind Reading for Managers, and co-wrote a Career Development Guide with mega author Brian Tracy. Cathy Simon
Founder of SynergyX – Amplifying Partnerships, a consultancy business that identifies and creates strategic partnerships, building brands & growing business by aligning brand DNA. Creating premium strategies & extraordinary partnerships to drive outstanding commercial outcomes. I have extensive experience in the media industry, including production, sales, integration, strategy, marketing, communications, digital, and commercial partnerships (live events, podcasts, reality, travel, food, drama and big event television formats). The breadth and depth of my knowledge, skills & experience provide me with a platform that enables me to work across all facets of business & media. A rich history of innovation & commercial partnerships in the media industry has given me great insights & a wealth of learning on which to draw in looking forward & strategically planning for new projects & commercial opportunities. Regina Sorensen
The much-loved Fish and Chip maker from a little village in Tasmania who became the only person to win Australian TV’s biggest popularity contest – TWICE! Regina Sorensen shot to fame in 2003 when she won the hearts of all Australia and was overwhelmingly voted the winner of Big Brother Series 3. The ensuing 19 years presented her with challenges such as being diagnosed as going blind, being found to have an extremely rare genetic disorder with devastating consequences, giving birth to her son who suffers from Cystic Fibrosis and two broken marriages. Things that individually would break most people but Reggie still greets every day with a beaming smile and infectious personality. It took 19 years for her to be invited back into the Big Brother house and naturally she won it – AGAIN! Scott Stein
Scott has worked with thousands of leaders around the world helping them to become better leaders by fast-tracking their thinking and their approach with people. Scott is a highly sought after international speaker and mentor who has worked with a range of global and Australian businesses. He has a Master’s Degree in Communications and taught Communication and Public Speaking at Central Michigan University. In addition, Scott received the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from Professional Speakers Association, which recognises him as one of the top speakers across the globe. Scott is the author of four books, his most recent titled: ‘Leadership Hacks’ that aims to equip leaders with effective and fast track strategies to boost impact and results as a leader. In ‘Leadership Hacks’ Scott identifies possible distractions that could be slowing leaders down and provides an expansive toolkit to help in streamlining delegation skills, fast-tracking productivity and re-routing meetings so that leaders come away with more productive outcomes. So, if you are a CEO, aspiring CEO or just somebody who would like to improve their leadership skills and effectiveness, you should be adding Scott’s new book Leadership Hacks to your bookshelf. Scott also advises individuals and organisations pulling from his Native American heritage and wilderness survival training. Scott’s desire to help others is inherent. As one of the founding board members for the charity Hands Across the Water, assisting children who lost their families in the 2004 tsunami, it is within his nature to support and encourage those who need guidance in finding their path. Scott also guides a number of Senior Leaders and Business owners whom he mentors on a regular basis. Despite championing the business world, Scott’s ego is well and truly on the ground next to him. Humility and approachability are perhaps two of his most defining characteristics, enabling him to be so successful in what he does. Congruently, his experience as a practical expert on leadership and influence has helped many of the world’s best-known brands and government agencies to clear the way to improve communication, connection, and results. Scott Stein
Scott has worked with thousands of leaders around the world helping them to become better leaders by fast-tracking their thinking and their approach with people. Scott is a highly sought after international speaker and mentor who has worked with a range of global and Australian businesses. He has a Master’s Degree in Communications and taught Communication and Public Speaking at Central Michigan University. In addition, Scott received the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from Professional Speakers Association, which recognises him as one of the top speakers across the globe. Scott is the author of four books, his most recent titled: ‘Leadership Hacks’ that aims to equip leaders with effective and fast track strategies to boost impact and results as a leader. In ‘Leadership Hacks’ Scott identifies possible distractions that could be slowing leaders down and provides an expansive toolkit to help in streamlining delegation skills, fast-tracking productivity and re-routing meetings so that leaders come away with more productive outcomes. So, if you are a CEO, aspiring CEO or just somebody who would like to improve their leadership skills and effectiveness, you should be adding Scott’s new book Leadership Hacks to your bookshelf. Scott also advises individuals and organisations pulling from his Native American heritage and wilderness survival training. Scott’s desire to help others is inherent. As one of the founding board members for the charity Hands Across the Water, assisting children who lost their families in the 2004 tsunami, it is within his nature to support and encourage those who need guidance in finding their path. Scott also guides a number of Senior Leaders and Business owners whom he mentors on a regular basis. Despite championing the business world, Scott’s ego is well and truly on the ground next to him. Humility and approachability are perhaps two of his most defining characteristics, enabling him to be so successful in what he does. Congruently, his experience as a practical expert on leadership and influence has helped many of the world’s best-known brands and government agencies to clear the way to improve communication, connection, and results. Ian Stephens CSP
Known to many in PSA, Ian has spoken in 29 countries spanning 25 years. Booked to speak or train on average 180 days per year, Ian is a seasoned veteran with over 4,000 engagements under his belt. He says he would be “an idiot not to notice some distinctions and patterns” that speakers, trainers, coaches or consultants are using to convert business. He is the author of 4 books on sales, customer service and transformational change. In 2020 he was honoured by PSA with both the Educator of Excellence Award and the coveted Nevin Award. Ben Watts
Ben Watts is the Head of Studio for Spotify in Australia and New Zealand. He is responsible for Spotify’s continuing expansion into podcasting and talk audio mediums for the region. This including working with everyone from grassroots creators just starting their audio journey, to commissioning and licensing podcast from some of ANZ’s most amazing audio creators. It also includes helping more and more Australians discover the magic of listening to podcasts each day. Having started his career as a journalist and editor for Rolling Stone, he followed his love of entertainment and audience engagement across the digital gamut from reality TV (Big Brother, The Block) to celebrity news (ninemsn), radio and podcasting (The ABC) and music streaming (Apple Music) before taking up his current role at Spotify. Bronwyn Williams
As a woman in leadership across the fields of education and non-profit, Bron Williams has taught a multi-grade classroom, led a school, run a Salvation Army church and welfare centre, and worked with asylum seekers on Nauru. Over the past 16 years, she has shattered family and cultural expectations around what a woman should do, challenged societal norms about what ageing looks like, and reformed and reshaped her career not once but twice. Bron has discovered that it takes courage to let go of long-held beliefs that hold us back, to lead from behind when leadership is not recognised, and to set up and run businesses in fresh ways. She brings a wealth of insight and experience in both leadership and public speaking to her presentations. Ben Watts
Ben Watts is the Head of Studio for Spotify in Australia and New Zealand. He is responsible for Spotify’s continuing expansion into podcasting and talk audio mediums for the region. This including working with everyone from grassroots creators just starting their audio journey, to commissioning and licensing podcast from some of ANZ’s most amazing audio creators. It also includes helping more and more Australians discover the magic of listening to podcasts each day. Having started his career as a journalist and editor for Rolling Stone, he followed his love of entertainment and audience engagement across the digital gamut from reality TV (Big Brother, The Block) to celebrity news (ninemsn), radio and podcasting (The ABC) and music streaming (Apple Music) before taking up his current role at Spotify. Bronwyn Williams
As a woman in leadership across the fields of education and non-profit, Bron Williams has taught a multi-grade classroom, led a school, run a Salvation Army church and welfare centre, and worked with asylum seekers on Nauru. Over the past 16 years, she has shattered family and cultural expectations around what a woman should do, challenged societal norms about what ageing looks like, and reformed and reshaped her career not once but twice. Bron has discovered that it takes courage to let go of long-held beliefs that hold us back, to lead from behind when leadership is not recognised, and to set up and run businesses in fresh ways. She brings a wealth of insight and experience in both leadership and public speaking to her presentations.