Event Speakers

Veteran radio/TV presenter and award-winning media coach, Carmen brings 20+ years of experience and a warm, accessible style to help audiences elevate confidence, communication and leadership presence. She delivers practical strategies enriched with unforgettable, relatable storytelling and laugh-out-loud humour.

Storm is a proud Nyul Nyul, Djugun and Yawuru woman and gifted speaker who blends cultural wisdom with strategic insight. With 10+ years in cultural psychology, she has led major cultural capability and leadership projects across corporate, government and community sectors, fostering unity, integrity and real cultural change.

Helen brings over 35 years of nursing experience and a performer’s stage presence to deliver warm, insightful and often hilarious keynote presentations on mental health and communication. A skilled educator and storyteller, she engages audiences with real world wisdom that resonates long after the event.

Eddie has decades of experience as a sought-after corporate speaker on leadership, business improvement and change management, as well as a 25-year career in theatre and film. A NZ born Samoan, Eddie draws on the traditional role of the Samoan Orator Chief (tulafale) to engage contemporary audiences.

Award winning comedian and mental health educator, Paul blends humour, lived experience and real-world expertise to make complex ideas fun, engaging and unforgettable. With 25+ years on stage and specialties in neurodiversity and mental health, he inspires audiences to think differently - and enjoy every moment.

Chris is a compelling communicator who blends warmth, humour and storytelling to engage any audience. With over 20 years in community leadership across advocacy, education, trade unions and faith contexts. Chris is a changemaker, an award-winning performer, regular ABC Radio guest and a truly inspiring speaker.

Laura is a mental health and leadership educator with a background in neuroscience and psychology with 10 years’ international experience in the field. Known for her playful, evidence-based approach, she delivers engaging keynote presentations on wellbeing, inclusion and psychological safety, empowering people to thrive at work and in life.

Christian is community organiser, author and “recovering academic” who blends sociology expertise with warmth to make complex ideas accessible. Known for his insight and deep human connection, Christian delivers grounded, insightful presentations that inform and energise audiences.

Andrew blends performance expertise with business insight to elevate communication and team culture. A former Head of Performance at WAAPA and experienced director, he delivers engaging, practical and inspiring keynotes that energise audiences and unlock authentic professional presence.