Artificial intelligence, shifting markets and constant reinvention are reshaping how organisations work faster than most teams can absorb, leaving leaders unsure what to prepare for next. Helping people read what is coming, adapt with confidence and still perform through the noise was the thread running through our 2026 Ignite Innovation Speaker Showcases in Sydney and Melbourne, where event planners came to find the corporate keynote speakers who could ready their audiences for the future at their next conference, leadership offsite or strategy day.
Michael McQueen
Thinking for Tomorrow
A globally recognised futurist, bestselling author and leadership expert who helps organisations anticipate change, navigate uncertainty and stay ahead of emerging trends. Ranked #11 among the world's top futurists, he has presented to more than 500,000 people across five continents.
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Melissa Clark-Reynolds ONZM
The Future of Search is Already Here
A street-smart futurist and tech entrepreneur who helps leaders cut through noise, navigate disruption and act with clarity. An Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to technology, she blends foresight with practical tools that turn uncertainty into direction.
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Ishan Galapathy
Unlocking Excellence
An operational excellence strategist, author and speaker with more than 25 years of international experience helping manufacturing and supply chain businesses unlock hidden capacity, improve profitability and build engaged, high-performing cultures.
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Dominic Thurbon
The Truthful Leader
A globally recognised speaker and facilitator specialising in driving behaviour change amid disruption. A bestselling author and award-winning program architect, he has led ventures acquired by EY and Qoria and spoken to tens of thousands worldwide. Former world top-10 debater and aspiring rockstar.
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Domonique Bertolucci
Beyond Grit
The bestselling author, happiness expert and former senior finance executive who has spent more than 25 years helping people achieve greater happiness, success and fulfilment. Through bestselling books, top-rated podcasts and keynotes, she shares practical strategies to help teams thrive at work and in life.
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Brett Burton
Built to Perform
A Leadership and Wellbeing Facilitator and High-Performance Coach with a background in human science. A former AFL player and senior football executive, he brings deep leadership experience, a passion for people development and an optimistic mindset.
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Cristy Burne
Reimagine What Is Possible
With experience spanning IT editorial at CERN, grid computing at Queen Mary University of London and science circus tours on two continents, Cristy Burne brings a unique mix of science, story and high-energy audience engagement to every stage.
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Dave Crisante
MC | Keynote Speaker | Speaking Coach
A dynamic and engaging MC, Dave combines communication expertise, humour and professionalism to keep events running smoothly, energise audiences and create memorable experiences.
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Lindsey Leigh Pearson
MC | Keynote Speaker | Speaking Coach
Leadership expert and CEO of Future Untamed, helping organisations combine human performance with AI to build high-impact learning and leadership capability. An award-winning speaker and industry leader delivering practical, future-focused insights.
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