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Thought Leaders
Thought Leaders are business thinkers whose writing, research, and work genuinely influences the way leaders and companies operate and are strategists for improving business success. Thought Leaders deliver powerful thought provoking intellectual academic substance and are sought after by leaders and top level management to consult on innovation and thinking skills. Influential thought leaders are evaluated by criteria that measure short-term and long-term influence. Many thought leaders also include economists are science-minded and futurist thinkers. They are leaders in the world on disruptive innovation, advisers on strategy and knowledge designers on networks and collaboration. A listing of highly acclaimed business minds and influential thinkers can be found below.
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.... a natural and gifted speaker
.... how top performing people harness their PASSION, achieve their GOALS and FOCUS
.... Successful low-tech innovation techniques for the whole organisation
....the world's first Professor of Leadership Studies
.... Brilliant MC and insights into "productivity and engagement", "disruption and innovation".
....independent policy advisor
....leading innovationist and technology futurist
... The 8 characteristics of high performing teams: Lessons from the All Blacks
....former Executive Director of Lonely Planet.... investor, entrepreneur, founder and explorer
.... Scott Bales is a global leader in the cutting edge arena of “The Digital Shift”,
.... working across global projects where emerging technologies meet humanitarian, education and environmental needs.
.... an established thought leader on leadership, safe, respectful & inclusive workplace cultures and governance
....one of Australia's Top 50 most influential people in technology
.... HR/Culture Transformation, Future of Work, the Employee Experience. Learning and Wellbeing
.... one of Australia’s most successful tech entrepreneurs and popular Shark Tank shark
.... Award-Winning Technology Entrepreneur, International Speaker and Author
.... insightful presenter on Australia, International Affairs and the Future
.... Building your own journey to leadership
....author Leopardology
....innovative workplace culture, inspiring employees and enhancing leadership
....incredible life journey
....has generated ideas for some of Australia’s biggest brand names
.... world record holding adventurer - Taking performance to the next level
.... award-winning leader, international keynote speaker, consultant and author
.... ‘Reboot Your Thinking’ social futurist and thought leader
.... driving commitment and change and building resilience
.... political advisor and experienced Ambassador
....pushing the boundaries of common business practices
....regular commentator on the future in print and on radio and TV
....Executing on Strategy and Innovation – The leadership, people and values factors
.... leader in the science of high performance thinking
....respected entrepreneur, venture capitalist, bestselling author
.... provoking speaker who delights in challenging her audiences
.... 2023 Australian of the Year
....discover your strength
.... What Australia thinks, How Australia behaves
.... highly regarded Certified Experience Economy Expert
.... hard-hitting presentations with clear take-home messages on ethics, innovation and leadership
....author, songwriter, radio and television presenter and creator of the Dynamic Thinking course for Leadership
.... 'Fighting Hislam' - academic, author and social commentator
....one of the Global Top 10 most influential Leadership Gurus
.... one of Australia’s most recognisable political leaders
.... helps transform growth-oriented organizations into high-velocity innovation heroes
.... Digital Revolution – how this is changing business models
.... Mark trains the trainers! Presents on adaptability, productivity, peak performance, culture, talent and sales
....challenges people to be themselves, believe in themselves, find purpose and focus, nurture their creativity
....one of Australia’s leading Social Analysts
.... Kaley’s 100 Lunches journey is an inspiring story of one woman’s journey to real fulfillment
.... Australia's foremost thought leader
.... is one of the most sought-after creative minds in the country
....leading media commentator on financial issues and is renowned for his ability to explain complex money issues in plain English
.... former Vice-President of the Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, Florida
....The Mindset of Change. Creating Better Business Conversations
.... Assisting leaders to create winning environments.
....Leading People, the business leadership consultancy
.... leading campaigner on social justice issues
.... the longest serving Treasurer in Australia’s history
....The Speed of Trust, a groundbreaking, paradigm-shifting book
.... mind blowing insights into disruptive technologies
.... Leadership, Neurobiology, Change and Innovation expert
....down to earth, informed, entertaining and provocative leadership speaker
.... Nick leads innovation, technology and foresight projects
.... globally recognized as a leading futurist, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, strategy advisor, and bestselling author
.... one of Australia's most influential environmentalists and 2010 NSW Australian of the Year
....founder of the Demartini Institute and author to over 40 books
.... empowering keynote speaker - Leadership, resilience and workplace culture
.... at the forefront of sustainable invention, building and design innovation
.... The Power Within: How to Create a High Performance Mind
.... Professor Alan Duffy works on dark matter, dark energy, galaxy formation and cosmology
.... highly engaging must see leadership and project management speaker
....best selling author and a leadership expert
.... offering commentary and advice on the Australian and other economies for more than 40 years
....leading technology futurist
.... The millennial workforce - Creating culture, purpose and impact
.... Dare to embrace change: Champion your own success
.... one of Australia's leading consumer psychologists
.... Behavioral researcher & strategist, author, educator and corporate coach
.... Mindset Mastery for Leaders
.... passionate about transforming organisations
.... Jason inspires curiosity, progress & change
....one of Australia's foremost experts in the area of amplifying workplace performance
.... international authority in personal health and performance
.... putting the heart back into psychology “Your Best Life at Any Age”
....thought-provoking insights, rich content, and humorous anecdotes
.... ‘Walking with Tigers – Success Secrets of the World’s Top Business Leaders’
.... 2040 film maker and changemaker
.... visionary on technology and creativity shaping our future
....Sir Bob Geldof is one of the most fascinating public figures of our time.
.... leading environmental and communications consultant
....one of the world’s leading experts on business innovation - even labelled “Mr. Innovation”
....international leader in incorporating environmental and social commitments into the corporate bottom line
.... 27th Prime Minister of Australia
....world renowned Social Entrepreneur
....co-author Peak Performance: Business Lessons from the World's Top Sports Organizations
.... Awarded the Breakthrough Speaker of the Year in 2023.
....leader in the fields of health, fitness and sustainable peak performance
....world leading expert on strategy and innovation
.... decades of experience; women and leadership, trust and values, political insights
... helps build innovative, collaborative work cultures by activating trailblazers to improve the status quo.
.... futurist and thought leader in the real estate industry
....one of the most influential women in the word
....Dan Gregory speaks on Identity Psychology & Behavioural Insights applied to #Trends #Culture #Influence #Performance
....internationally renowned business author, dynamic presenter and specialist consultant.
....renowned expert in the power of influence
....widely published policy economist and columnist
.... highly experienced organisational culture, diversity and strategy speaker
.... building leadership capability and driving the execution of high-performance behaviours
....the world’s most influential business thinker
....one of our most distinguished futurists.
.... strategies to build leadership, resilience, adaptability, creativity, coaching, self-management and engagement skills
....one of Australia’s foremost strategic advisors
.... entrepreneur and Influencer in a new age of resilience
....founder Young Entrepreneurs’ Organization (YEO) and the Association of Collegiate Entrepreneurs (ACE)
.... one of Australia’s most respected motivational speakers and educators
....winning strategies to attract and retain happy customers and healthy profits
.... passion for communicating science and its real-world outcomes
....thought leader in the areas of productivity, communication, and overcoming adversity
.... advises boards and leadership on innovation strategy
....expert in sales, communication, influence, change, strategy and developing a mindset for growth.
.... highly experienced motivator and business speaker
....motivating, engagement and leadership for your organisation
....Nothing Innovates Better Than x10 Thinking
....Once you hear Glen Hiemstra speak, the future will never look the same
....future disruptions to business models
.... a new wave of leadership..... based on our Human skills.
.... extensive experience in the successful design and implementation of change to some of Australia's largest and most complex organisations
.... Instills a catalyst for action. 'Stand Out: A real world guide to get clear, find purpose and become the boss of busy'
.... Former Treasurer and Ambassador to the United States of America
.... inspirational resilience, Dave's story will encourage others to prevent workplace accidents
.... Innovator, disruptor, cultural leader and genius championing giant thinking and vision
.... Passionate about developing great teams, lead by inspiring people who thrive and adapt
....successive governments rely heavily on his wisdom, judgment, leadership and character
....one of the most outstanding Australian political leaders
.... the public face of brand marketing and advertising in Australia
.... one of Australians foremost researchers on social trends, climate change and the environment
....award winning speaker and professional story-teller
.... economic conditions and outlook, social impact and climate change
....creativity and innovation psychologist
....presents on futures thinking, strategy development, innovation and foresight
.... an award-winning digital strategist and company director
.... From innovation to transformation to community building, Karen’s sharp intellect and a global career brings something for everyone
.... masterful speaker with a fresh approach for business to consider culture and leadership
....his contagious passion for life has an overwhelming ability to leave guests wanting more
.... passionate, thought provoking entrepreneur and communicator
....founder of Mambo clothing
.... business speaker and author Mandy is co founder Flight Centre UK
....world acclaimed business commentator
.... highly acclaimed Author, Master Storyteller and Brand Strategist
.... highly respected NZ senior minister
....leadership, business, organisational resilience
.... inspirational entrepreneur and business mentor
.... one of Australia’s foremost strategic life coaches
....Under Mr Kennett’s premiership, Victoria earned the reputation of being Australia's most reformist state
.... Creative Leadership in Stem - Leading in Uncertain Times
.... advisor in robotics, technology, health/medicine, ageing, AI steerage and ethical AI
.... a leader, influencer and future thinker translating a simple idea into a global movement.
....most respected authority on personal development, peak performance and business acceleration
.... an emerging media commentator on demographic and data matters
....resilient staff and pressure proof your business
....Business, Social Strategist, and Futurist
....one of New Zealands most successful business speakers, leadership coach and strategist
.... shares how to adapt intentionally, ultimately influencing own happiness.
....one of the world’s leading authorities on innovation and corporate strategy
.... An entrepreneur and investor, Jonathan has nine start-ups to his credit
.... highly experienced leadership speaker
.... Claire Madden is at the forefront of emerging social trends and forces shaping Australia
.... award winning Creative Director and popular media and business speaker
.... Your Workplace Matters: Insights on Current Workplace Trends.
.... one of Australia's foremost social researchers
.... Sonia is internationally recognised as an expert in leadership and strategy,
.... motivational business and personal performance improvement
.... expert in personal and organisational leadership, communication, productivity and performance
.... THE NEW NOW Preparing for the trends that willdominate a post-COVID world
.... one of Europe's leading futurists on global business, economics and society
....Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd
.... Business branding, creativity and organisational strategist
.... For over 30 years, Morris has been methodically collecting evidence and information across 160 industries.
.... Empowering people: Rural communities stepping up to global challenges
.... insights into human behaviour
....CSIRO Business Development head, science, innovation and sustainability leader
.... a great thinker and business storyteller
.... 2016 Australian of the Year
....improving womens self worth, business women and psychologist
.... how to quantum-leap influence for commercial results
.... Doing business in a globalised Asia
.... Forefront of Australian space technology and innovation
.... Booktopia CEO - successful entreperneurship
....ex FBI Agent, Author and International expert on non-verbal communication
.... Charismatic, engaging, dynamic and wholehearted, Kemi is a captivating orator
.... makes companies and organisations fit for the future
....one of Australia’s leading retail marketing strategists
.... Bringing Uber Air to Melbourne
....International speaker, author and writer
....powerful catalyst for change
....Manly Sea Eagles mind coach, author and lecturer
.... passionate, determined and knowledgeable speaker on health issues
.... Minding Your Mind - the things we can all do to maintain and improve our mental health
....Described as "Mr. Strategy" worldwide
.... commentator on international trade, environment and development issues
....one of the UK’s top strategic thinkers and forecasters
.... advises businesses and leaders on ethics, good governance and trust
.... scaling global brands and cycling around the world
.... Inspirational leader driving new directions in public policy on indigenous issues
....been known internationally as ‘Mr Body Language’
....ideas generator, unlocking creativity and innovation
.... gifted speaker, futurist, social media and business thought leader
.... Emerging Trends in Technology and Threat Landscape
....over 29 years as an accomplished Marketing Director
....leadership expert and award winning author
.... Chelsea is an ambassador for R U OK. She will empower, motivate, lead and inspire
.... previously the Head of Social Media for LEGO’s social network for Kids
.... Living the future of work now; a story from enterprises all over the world
....maritime lawyer, an ocean advocate and pioneer swimmer
.... Netflix co-founder, entrepreneur and innovation speaker
.... The Leading Edge - powerful speaker and thought leader
.... Showing Australian Business how to profit and grow by creating remarkable marketing
.... social researcher, trends analyst and Research Director
.... insightful business entrepreneur and expert on high performance for business and life
... heads up Deloitte Access Economics’ Macroeconomic Policy and Forecasting Group.
.... over 25 years experience in roles developing leaders’ performance
....international business strategist and senior advisor
....arguably Australia's most respected strategist and futurist
.... Australia's authority on demographic and business shift
Business marketer and entrepreneur at the forefront of the current business landscape
...insight on creativity and brain power
.... co-founder of the Institute for Mental Resilience
.... Customer service expert and thought leader
.... Stephen Scheeler is the former Facebook CEO for Australia and New Zealand
.... Lynne is a perfect conference opener or closer, she's dynamic and informative
.... "The nature of success" - accelerating outcomes in leadership and team development
.... a world-renowned futurologist pioneering behavioural economics
.... A Strategic Thinker with Global Reach and Local Impact
....The Power of Human Connection
....leading edge of innovative and entrepreneurial thinking
....one of Australia’s most highly respected and passionate business leaders
.... inspiring New Zealand politician ambition, leadership, success
....creator of the web series SHOTS OF AWE
....entrepreneur and business expert
....Australia's authority on organisational culture
.... Blaze your own trail – how to make your mark in business and life
.... inspiring leadership experience and gender equality advocate
.... outstanding business success story and exceptional leader
.... WAVES OF CHANGE - Global trends that will disrupt your existence
.... How digital transformation will change work and business forever
.... Leadership Hacks - A faster approach for a faster world
.... leading authority on marketing, 2018 Speaker of the Year
....world renowned mentalist
.... Providing education and opportunities for personal improvement
....one of the worlds great thinkers and communicators
....is an award-winning scientist, environmentalist and broadcaster
....international improvisational speaker and trainer
.... assisting leaders to better identify, articulate, and integrate purpose-driven business and influencer strategy
.... Executive Performance, Resilience and Leadership
....100 Things! What's on your list?
.... Diplomat & Strategic Thinker - Business Insights for Australian companies
....authority on international business opportunities
....foresight expert specialising in emerging trends, social change and future strategy
.... Instant Sales Habits - Instant Motivation
.... entrepreneurial award winning innovator, founder and advisor
....how to pressure proof your business
.... Turbo Charge Your Creativity - Tools and techniques to ignite creativity at work
....expert in Innovation, Idea generation and design thinking
.... LITTLE BRAVE ACTS - High Performance Culture Through Little Brave Acts
.... Thought leader in customer experience (CX) strategy and transformation
....Behaviour and Wellbeing approaches through great Learning Culture
....Author of Futuretainment and CEO of innovation research agency Tomorrow
.... Director of High Performance for Red Bull
....leading authority on future business trends
.... entrepreneur and senior leader in influential think tanks and universities
.... Being the best you. The “Why”, “How” and “What” of mental health
....one of Australia’s Top Digital Influences
.... expert in organisational culture and behaviour with a passion for inclusion
.... Tony helps staff embrace change and focus on their high performance behaviours
....sought-after-expert on hiring and workplace trends
.... Passionate about cities and innovation, respected contemporary Urban Planner
.... Bella reveals the secrets that took her from burn out to becoming world champion
....management thought leader, physicist, philosopher and author