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Guest Speakers

Our networking events feature high-calibre guest speakers who deliver valuable business insights, share their professional journeys, and present practical strategies for success. Each speaker aims to inspire, educate, and equip attendees with tools to excel in their own ventures. These events also provide opportunities to build meaningful connections within a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to growth and excellence.

Jo Brown

General Manager at Beaumont People, specializing in executive search and leadership development. Helps boards and CEOs build strong cultures through practical, people-first advice.
Speaker Topics:

Workforce Trends & Intergenerational Leadership

John Sriskandarajah

CEO of Telexar Technologies, helping startups scale with purpose-driven leadership. Expert in managing global development teams and sustainable growth in changing markets.
Speaker Topics:

Leading and Growing in a Changing World

Julie Forrester

Founded Happy Books, scaling the kitchen-start-up to serve 90+ clients with a team of eight. She shares practical insights on scaling small businesses and balancing growth.
Speaker Topics:

Balancing more than Books; Scaling as a Small Business

Lisa McInnes-Smith

First person outside the US inducted into the International Speaker Hall of Fame. She is a renowned keynote speaker focused on inspiring team focus and achievement.
Speaker Topics:

Winning Relationships at work & home

Nathan Keenan

CEO of Seven Patterns and co-founder of Little Lions Speech Pathology. He combines corporate experience with entrepreneurial leadership to drive community impact.
Speaker Topics:

The Question Every Leader Eventually Faces: What Is All This For?

Peter Irvine

Accountant and strategist who helps owners turn businesses into saleable, freedom-driven assets. Provides CFO support and group coaching focused on financial freedom for owners.
Speaker Topics:

Win in Business

Roy Packer

General Manager at Super Pharmacy Plus, managing one of Australia’s largest online pharmacies. Passionate about community healthcare initiatives and improving quality of life.
Speaker Topics:

Pills, Progress & Possibilities: Transforming a Competitive Industry

Ryan Gilbank

Leads a contract maintenance business built on the foundation of people-first culture. Focuses on creating purpose-driven workplaces that strengthen the wider community.
Speaker Topics:

A Cause greater than yourself