EVENT PLANNERS

A keynote your audience will discuss long after your event ends

High-energy, deeply human keynotes that engage modern leaders, elevate your event, and make you look good as the organiser.

Designed specifically for Event Planners:

This page is for professionals responsible for creating exceptional events, including:

- Conference & summit organisers

- Corporate event planners

- HR & Learning & Development leaders

- Executive offsite facilitators

- Leadership, culture, and performance events

If your goal is an audience that is engaged, energised, and genuinely impacted — you’re in the right place.

Booking a Speaker shouldn't feel like a risk.

Event planners today are under more pressure than ever. You’re expected to deliver:

- High engagement

- Strong feedback scores

- Content that resonates with diverse audiences

- A seamless experience — without drama, ego, or hand-holding

The wrong speaker can fall flat, miss the room, or create unnecessary stress.

The right speaker elevates the entire event.

Mat delivers high-impact experiences while being professional, prepared, and easy to work with before, during and after your event.

Why organisers choose Mat.

- Reads the room and adapts in real time

- Connects with executives, leaders, and frontline teams alike

- Blends storytelling, insight, and practical takeaways

- High energy without hype, gimmicks, or awkward moments

- Calm, professional, and organised before, during, and after the event

Popular keynote topics for events & conferences

The Golden Lighthouse™ (Flagship Keynote)

BEST FOR:

Leadership conferences, executive teams, business owners, high-performing organisations

FOCUS:

Clarity in complexity, self-leadership, navigating uncertainty with confidence and perspective

AUDIENCE OUTCOMES:

Leaders leave grounded, inspired, and equipped with a clear internal compass — able to make aligned decisions, lead with certainty, and remain steady in fast-changing environments.

This keynote is known for its emotional depth, practical insight, and powerful metaphor that audiences remember long after the event.

Navigating Complexity in a Fast-Moving World

BEST FOR:

Leadership conferences, executive offsites, decision-makers

FOCUS:

Decision-making under pressure, prioritisation, expanding perspective in complex environments

AUDIENCE OUTCOMES:

Participants gain practical clarity, reduce overwhelm, and strengthen their ability to make effective decisions in high-stakes situations.

From Pressure to Presence: Leading Without Burnout

BEST FOR:

Corporate teams, HR & Learning & Development, people leaders

FOCUS:

Emotional resilience, sustainable performance, modern leadership demands

AUDIENCE OUTCOMES:

Improved engagement, increased self-awareness, and tools for maintaining high performance without sacrificing wellbeing.

Expanding Perspective: The Next Level of Human Performance

BEST FOR:

Growth-focused organisations, culture events, leadership development programs

FOCUS:

Mindset evolution, responsibility, conscious leadership

AUDIENCE OUTCOMES:

A renewed sense of perspective, meaningful reflection, and motivation to lead and perform at a higher level — individually and collectively.

Custom keynotes and tailored themes are available upon request.

A Smooth, Professional Experience — Start To Finish

Before the Event

- Alignment call to understand audience, objectives, and theme

- Keynote tailored to your industry and leadership level

- Clear AV and run-sheet requirements provided early

During the Event

- Confident stage presence and strong audience connection

- Engaging storytelling with practical insights

- High energy while remaining grounded and authentic

After the Event

- Optional follow-up resources or reflections

- Support with post-event feedback if required

- Content that continues to resonate beyond the stage

Speaking Formats & Availability

Located:

Sunshine Coast, Australia

Available:

In-Persona and Virtual Events

Travel:

Nationally and Internationally

Let’s Create An Exceptional Event

If you’re exploring speakers and want someone who brings depth, energy, and professionalism — without adding stress to your workload — let’s start a conversation.

Your next event should deliver predictable value, NOT stress and uncertainty

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