Keynote & Conference Speaking

The ideal Keynote or Conference Speaker is someone who can pull off a delicate balancing act — to be entertaining, informative and thought-provoking at the same time.

According to the feedback I receive from both organisers and individual audience members, I seem to have found exactly that balance.

Of course, this isn't a magical gift from a fairy godmother. It's the result of having spoken at more than 600 events in real life, as well as 50 online events (and growing all the time). It's also the result of carefully studying the reactions and feedback I receive from these events, both positive and occasional negative. We all learn from experience, and speaking is no exception to the rule.

It's also the result of the extensive research I undertake before every event. Just as a good comedian might make sure they're making jokes the local audience can relate to, I'm careful to learn about the sector or organisation I'm speaking to.

This research helps the entertainment aspect, of course, but, more importantly, it also enables me to offer practical takeaways that relate directly to the audience's needs, rather than being general points. I frequently get feedback that audience members have implemented takeaways and improved their sales immediately.

I've spoken for a wide range of sectors and organisations, both public and commercial. Among my high-profile clients are:

• The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• The Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments
• Lloyds Bank
• Telecom Plus Plc
• 123-Reg
• BT
• BNI
• Oxford Brookes University
• The Independent Office for Police Conduct

So, if you're looking for a Keynote or Conference Speaker your delegates can relate to, share a few laughs with and come away with tips that will genuinely improve their performance, give me a call to find out more.