A Speaker Who Makes AI Feel Possible

Practical. Human-first. No jargon. Real stories from 30+ years of making technology work for people.

I bring something most AI speakers can't - 30+ years of lived experience turning complex technology into real results for real people. From a paddock in rural South Australia to global online summits, I've been making technology accessible long before it was fashionable.

After 40 years across farming, community development, education, and business - I have so many stories, one is bound to resonate with your audience.

My sessions leave people feeling capable, not overwhelmed. Informed, not intimidated.

SPEAKING TOPICS

Four Topics. Real Results.

Every session is tailored to the room. Whether you're a corporate team, an NFP, a community organisation, or a leadership team navigating change - I'll meet your audience where they are.

These are my four signature topics - but if you have something specific in mind, I'm happy to work with your brief. Just tell me about your event and we'll figure out the right fit together.

The AI Tipping Point: How to Move from Curious to Confident

Everyone's talking about AI. Far fewer organisations are actually getting it right.

This session cuts through the hype to answer the questions your team is really asking - where does AI genuinely fit in your organisation, where doesn't it, and what does a confident, practical adoption strategy actually look like?

We look at real examples, real decisions, and real outcomes - from organisations that have moved past the experimentation stage and are seeing results. Honest, practical guidance grounded in real experience across commercial and not-for-profit environments.

Your people will leave knowing exactly what to do next.

Ideal for: Business conferences, SME events, industry days, corporate innovation sessions.

More Impact, Less Overwhelm: AI for Not-for-Profits That Are Already Stretched

You're doing more with less.

AI won't solve all of that - used well, can help.

This session shows what's actually possible when community organisations apply AI thoughtfully to grant writing, donor communications, fundraising content, reporting, and program delivery.

Real examples from real organisations.

No big budgets required. No tech expertise assumed. Just practical ideas your team can start using this week.

Because the organisations doing the most good shouldn't be the ones left behind.

Ideal for: NFP leaders, community sector conferences, government-funded programmes, social enterprise events.

The Relationship Advantage: LinkedIn & AI in the Age of Noise

Most people are using LinkedIn wrong.

This session shows what still works, what AI has changed, and how to build a presence that opens real doors.

With nearly 19 years on the platform and 30,000+ connections built from a farm in rural South Australia - not a corporate office - I know what genuine relationship-building actually looks like.

Whether you're starting from scratch or reinvigorating a neglected profile, you'll leave with a clear strategy you can act on.

In an age of noise, the human touch isn't a disadvantage. It's your biggest asset.

Ideal for: Business networking events, BNI, professional associations, sales and marketing teams.

AI Won't Replace You. But Here's What It Will Change

The fear is real. The question is whether it's useful.

This session doesn't dismiss the anxiety around AI in the workplace - it takes it seriously, then redirects it somewhere productive.

We look at where human judgement is irreplaceable, where AI genuinely adds value, and how to lead your team through a shift that's already happening whether you're ready or not.

The people and organisations who learn to work well with AI won't just keep up - they'll pull ahead.

Audiences leave with clarity instead of dread - and a real sense of what to do next.

Ideal for: Leadership teams, boards, HR and people and culture professionals, government agencies.

For Event Organisers

Let's Chat About Your Event

The best place to start is a conversation. Grab a time below and tell me about your event.

Ready to Work Smarter With AI?

The best place to start is a conversation. No pressure, no pitch - just an honest chat about where you are and where you want to go.