I know how to tap into creative flow and I know
how to teach you and your people to do the same.
Inspiring Keynotes
Dynamic
Event Hosting
Soul Stirring Performance Poetry
Poetic Wrap Up
Keynote Presentations
Transformative experiences combining
a depth of learned-wisdom and creative-expertise
with the story-telling of a passionate, seasoned poet.
Ignite Creative Thinking and Intentional Innovation in Your Audience.
Equip Your Team with Practical Tools to Break Through Stagnation.
Inspire a Culture of Creativity and Collaboration Across Your Organisation
Create an unforgettable moment in your event and take it to a whole new level of creative momentum and empowerment.
Where creative genius meets poise and polish!
One of few keynote speakers who you never want to put down the mic!
Lindsey Leigh Hobson – Founder of the Learning and Development Collective
Major Keynote Topics
Each talk can be tailored to fit the brief for the event,
or if there is something specific you'd like Joel to focus on, just let him know.
Unleashing Creative Momentum:
Turning Inspiration into Innovative Breakthrough
What if every person on your team could, on cue, tap into inspiration and turn it into powerful, game-changing, innovative solutions? Most of us don’t consider ourselves inherently creative, or see its value in our careers. Yet, according to the World Economic Forum, Creative-thinking is the NUMBER ONE, in-demand, soft-skill for the future of work. Indeed, in a world that is constantly changing, no matter the industry, learning how to Unleash Creative Momentum might just be THE single most transformative skill needed for your organisation.
StoryWork:
Engaging Narrative to Spark Change
The stories that we tell become who we are – both as individuals and within the cultures of our workplaces. The success of an organisation therefore rises and falls on the basis of the stories told within it and about it. Welcome to StoryWork—a powerful approach to leveraging narrative to ignite both personal and organisational change. In this keynote Joel will demonstrate how the right stories, told in the right way, can shift perspectives, build a sense of shared purpose, and create a culture of engagement and trust.
All creativity begins with listening. So do all relationships. I put to you that so does all professional success. If you want to see your company and your people thrive, it is crucial for them to learn how to listen beyond the surface—to truly understand what’s going on for someone. The lessons from this keynote will revolutionise both internal workplace culture and external relationships with your clients. If you want to know how to truly connect and engage people, then you need to learn the art of deep listening.
The Five
Levels of
Deep Listening:
Harnessing the Power of Connection
Leading from the Inside
How Creativity Fuels Wellbeing in Leadership
As burnout and stress rise, leaders often feel drained and disconnected from their sense of purpose. This session is designed to address the increasing demands on leaders in today's high-pressure business environments. A keynote that will not only explore how creativity can serve as an antidote for any leader striving for long-term resilience, fulfilment, and a deeper sense of meaningful work; but will also awaken each persons unique creative-self, no matter how dormant this self has been.
Soul-Stirring Performance
Joel's performance poetry is a powerful blend of emotion, insight and creative expression that resonates deeply with audiences, no matter the industry. Time and time again, people adamant that they are "not into poetry," have expressed that Joel's performative work was actually their favourite part of a conference.
Whether to kick-off or close an event, bring a creative-edge between speakers or woven seamlessly into his own keynote presentations, Joel's poetry captivates and inspires, offering moments of both humour, reflection and connection.
Joel can also craft specifically-commissioned performance pieces for events to lead attendees into deeper engagement with their themes.
Whatever you need it to look like, Joel's performances provide a unique and unforgettable experience that elevates the entire conference, making it both impactful and memorable.
Dynamic Event Hosting
Whether at the Melbourne Town Hall, the Athenaeum Theatre, or the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), Joel has served as the Master of Ceremonies for countless events, bringing his expertise and dynamic presence to every event he has hosted.
Known for his energetic and engaging stage presence, he brings a unique blend of humour, warmth, and professionalism to each event, ensuring they run smoothly and memorably. Whether guiding a conference, a festival, a retreat or a corporate gathering, Joel’s ability to weave storytelling with event management makes him a sought-after MC who keeps audiences entertained and engaged from start to finish.
"Joel is remarkably gifted at reading a room and knowing where to take them. He effortlessly blends into any event and brings such meaningful words to take the event forward." (William Decker – Graceland Festival)
After something with even more of a unique edge?
Poetic Wrap Up
Capturing the Collective Experience
This is something truly and uniquely special. At conferences all over the world Joel uses his observational and linguistic skills, to translate what has been communally shared within the conference into a one-off, unique poetic performance that is delivered back to the delegates.
It is a poetic wrap-up that is sure to leave your attendees with both their hearts and their mouths wide open. Available either after each main session, or at the end of a conference.
This is what it can look like...