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David Koch
PrintDavid Koch, affectionately known as Kochie, is one of Australia's most esteemed public figures. After 21 years as the country's longest-standing breakfast television host on "Sunrise," Kochie stepped down in 2023. David speaks informatively from a base of personal experience and knowledge of business and financial issues and is also much sought after as a Master of Ceremonies.
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Testimonials for David Koch
Kochie tailored each of his 3 presentations to the communities he visited. His content was on point, directly addressing the criteria set out, using plain language and relatable examples. Tagging with Libby, the two made everyone in the room feel on a level par, sharing honest life experiences and practical tips to assist small business, farming families and individuals.
Southern Grampians Shire Council
Kochie was great. Insightful, energetic and engaging. He was very relevant to our audience.
FCM
David 'Kochie' Koch put on a great presentation which was on scope and gave attendees a good understanding of the opportunities available to them moving forward. He was extremely personable and we have received strong feedback on his presentation and his ability to engage the large audience.
Fraser Coast Regional Council
Great speaker.
Bathurst Regional Council
Summed up the audience very well and delivered a great message, he made our members think about their own business.
CRT Town & Country
Our thanks for an excellent presentation. I personally phoned all participants to gain some feedback on the sessions and David Koch’s talk rated very high without exception.
Unisys
Excellent. David Koch was fantastic. His presentation was independent yet linked into our theme really well. He was an interesting and engaging speaker.
Optus
Excellent. David Koch was extremely popular with the guests and captured the attention of the audience. He was also very personable.
Real Estate Institute of South Australia
David Koch was wonderful. He was an outright winner with the audience, the best person we could have chosen from the media to MC our Inaugural Awards. He was personable, empathetic and genuinely engaged with the Award winners. Simply the best!
National Employment Services Australia
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David Koch's Biography
David Koch, affectionately known as Kochie, is one of Australia's most esteemed public figures.
After 21 years as the country's longest-standing breakfast television host on "Sunrise," Kochie stepped down in 2023.
His career began in finance journalism, where he was a trailblazer, creating Personal Investment magazine and producing Britain’s first Rich List. Kochie continues to influence business and finance as the director of Pinstripe Media and a prominent speaker.
Additionally, he has played a pivotal role in transforming the Port Adelaide AFL Club as Chairman since 2012 and recently started a term as Chair of the South Australian Tourism Commission.
Before Sunrise, Kochie was a pure finance nerd. He's still one of Australia's foremost business and finance commentators and David still maintains his passion for money writing finance columns.
A survey conducted by Money Management newspaper recognised David as one of the 10 most influential people in establishing the retail financial services industry. A Reader's Digest survey found he is also one of the top 25 most trusted people in Australia.
David has a strong interest in small business issues and was a director of the NSW Small Business Development Corporation for over six years being appointed to the board at its inception in 1996.
As a former business owner, operator and company director, David is in demand as a presenter and regularly addresses a wide range of corporate events and groups. His specialty is speaking on success in small business and investment issues as well as providing practical tips. David speaks informatively from a base of personal experience and knowledge of business and financial issues. But finance aside, he's also an all-round good bloke and family man, making him perfect for his role on Sunrise.
He's coached his kid’s rugby, netball and basketball teams while serving on the council of his daughter's school, and in 2007 was named Australian Father of the Year. Just please don't ask him about the Wallabies, Sydney Kings or Port Power. He takes being a passionate support to a whole new level.
Taking over Port Adelaide Football Club as its Chairman in 2012, Kochie was presented with the big challenge of turning around a club lacking in funds, membership and points on the board.
He devised a three-year plan –to make Port Adelaide a profitable football club by 2015. Port has transformed the AFL landscape with their game day experience, their fitness levels and their supporter interaction. They’ve become the benchmark for any team who want to get back to the top quickly.
To enquire about David Koch for your next event contact Helene Greenham directly – helene@platinumspeakers.com.au
Speaking Topics Include
Business and Technology
Personal Finance Investing for a Sound Future
Success in Small Business
The changing financial landscape
Master of Ceremonies