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Steve Kulmar
PrintThe CEO & founder of RetailOasis, and former CEO of IdeaWorks, Steve Kulmar is one of Australasia’s most regarded retail marketing and communication experts, with experience ranging from Woolworths to Westfield, and most specialists in-between. Steve's consistent presence across industry media has positioned him as a trusted expert on the evolving retail landscape and shifting consumer behaviour.
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Testimonials for Steve Kulmar
Steve Kulmar delivered one of the most engaging and insightful keynote presentations we’ve had the pleasure of hosting. His deep understanding of consumer behaviour, retail trends, and brand differentiation was not only incredibly informative but also highly relevant to our audience. Steve has a unique ability to distil complex ideas into practical, actionable insights, all delivered with energy, humour, and charisma. The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many citing his session as a highlight of the event. We would welcome the opportunity to work with Steve again in the future.
Shauna Butcher, Shippit
I have no hesitation in recommending Steve Kulmar as a highly knowledgeable guest speaker for your next conference or roundtable event. Steve is a specialist in retail marketing and communications. He comes thoroughly prepared, well-researched, and supports his presentations with valuable sources and quantifiable analysis. He delivers his presentations in a relaxed and engaging style, covering topics such as brand vision, brand development, brand insights, advertising and promotional planning, retail trends, consumer insights, and segmentation. Steve also takes the time to stay after his presentation, engaging with clients and team members to answer any questions.
Brian Levine, Blinc International
Fee Range: $5001 to $10000
Steve Kulmar's Biography
The CEO & founder of RetailOasis, and former CEO of IdeaWorks, Steve Kulmar is one of Australasia’s most regarded retail marketing and communication experts, with experience ranging from Woolworths to Westfield, and most specialists in-between. Stephen sits on several public boards and is an active strategic advisor to the industry.
Steve Kulmar’s career spans more than 45 years of owning, building, and running retail marketing services businesses - in all he has over 50 years in the brand building, advertising, communications, and marketing industries.
Steve's consistent presence across industry media has positioned him as a trusted expert on the evolving retail landscape and shifting consumer behaviour. As a go-to voice for commentary, Stephen regularly appears on platforms like ABC, Channel 9 News, and Channel 7’s Today Tonight, earning recognition as one of Australia’s most prominent speakers on retail and shopper trends.
Steve combines over 40 years of deep retail experience with a straight-talking, impactful delivery. He’s known for telling it like it is, often with humour and sharp observation, while backing his views with data, consumer insight, and real-world case studies.
He’s equally strategic and practical, offering audiences big-picture thinking alongside tangible, actionable takeaways. His passion for retail, curiosity about human behaviour, and love of innovation come through in every talk. Whether he’s presenting to boards, brands, or business owners, he delivers with clarity, conviction, and relevance.
Steve’s presentations are Insightful, Energetic, and Engaging.
To enquire about Steve Kulmar for your next event contact Helene Greenham directly – helene@platinumspeakers.com.au
Speaking Topics Include
Innovation in Retail
The Future Shopper: Understanding Tomorrow’s Customer, Today
Retail Reinvention: How to Stay Relevant in a Rapidly Changing Market
Disruption-Proofing Your Retail Business
Finding and Unlocking Retail Growth Opportunities
Retail Category Strategy: Drivers, Trends, and What’s Next