Australia's leading keynote speakers, ready to book. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and beyond — across every topic that matters to your audience.



































PepTalk works with event teams across Australia to find speakers who are the right fit for their audience, format, and brief. Whether you're running a conference in Sydney, a leadership summit in Melbourne, or a corporate away day in Brisbane, our roster includes speakers across leadership, innovation, wellbeing, DEI, and more. We match every booking to your specific goals and budget, so you're never paying for a speaker who isn't right for your event. From high-energy keynotes to practical workshops, our Australian speakers bring local context and global perspective in equal measure.
Work with keynote speakers who understand the local business landscape, cultural context, and audience expectations. Local insight makes every talk more relevant — and more memorable.
Local speakers bring real-world examples, familiar references, and stories your audience already relate to — driving deeper engagement and stronger retention.
Booking locally reduces travel complexity, lowers costs, and makes scheduling easier. Whether in-person or hybrid, it's less to coordinate and more time to focus on the event itself.
15,000+ available experts worldwide
mark-webber-speaker
sonya-stattmann-speaker
anand-tamboli-speaker
kirstin-ferguson-speaker
tracey-neville-speaker
stephen-koukoulas-speaker
adam-hills-comedian
gina-martin-speaker
ian-botham-speaker
eddie-jones-speaker
tracy-hall-speaker
alex-moffat-speaker
Client story
From event planners to HR teams to C-suite EAs, here's what it's actually like to work with us.

PepTalk makes the whole process effortless. They don't just connect you with a speaker — they understand your goals, match you with the right voice, and make every detail seamless. It's the most professional and enjoyable booking experience I've had.


Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and one of the Asia-Pacific's premier event destinations. The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, and the city's world-class restaurants, arts scene, and sport culture make it a consistently compelling destination for international delegates. Local speakers are strong across finance, technology, healthcare, education, and sustainability, reflecting Melbourne's diverse economy. The city's efficient public transport and compact CBD make it logistically easy to navigate, and its reputation for innovation and progressive thinking attracts attendees who expect depth and quality from their event experiences.
Learn more
Learn more

Perth is Australia's most isolated major city, but that remoteness is also part of its appeal — a clean, spacious, sun-drenched city with world-class beaches, a dynamic economy anchored in resources and technology, and an event infrastructure that regularly punches above its weight. The Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is an award-winning facility with stunning river views, and the city's compact, walkable core makes multi-venue events easy to manage. Local speakers reflect Perth's economic mix of mining, energy, agriculture, and a growing tech scene. Its cost base is notably lower than Sydney or Melbourne for comparable quality.
Learn more
Learn more

Sydney is Australia's largest city and one of the world's most iconic event destinations — a harbour city of extraordinary beauty with a world-class convention infrastructure to match. The International Convention Centre Sydney at Darling Harbour is among the finest facilities in the Asia-Pacific, and the surrounding precinct offers hotels, restaurants, and waterfront experiences that make it easy to impress international delegates. Local speakers span finance, technology, sustainability, and Indigenous leadership. Sydney's global connectivity and time zone position make it a natural hub for Asia-Pacific conferences, and the destination enhances any event's prestige by association.
Learn more
Learn more

Adelaide is South Australia's capital and one of Australia's most underrated event destinations — a planned, walkable city with a relaxed sophistication, world-class food and wine, and event infrastructure that regularly exceeds expectations. The Adelaide Convention Centre sits on the River Torrens waterfront and is complemented by the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale wine regions within easy reach for offsite events. Local speakers are strong in health and medical research, defence technology, food and agriculture, and energy. Adelaide's compactness means events feel cohesive, its cost base is notably lower than Sydney or Melbourne, and it is a city that consistently rewards discovery.
Learn more
Learn more

Brisbane is a vibrant, sun-drenched city blending urban energy with laid-back Queensland charm. As Australia's third-largest city and a 2032 Olympic host, it's experiencing rapid growth and investment, attracting world-class talent across industries including tech, sustainability, health, sport, and innovation.
The city boasts a thriving speaker community — entrepreneurs, academics, athletes, and thought leaders — many willing to engage locally at competitive rates. Brisbane's compact CBD, excellent venues, and strong event infrastructure make logistics seamless.
With a warm climate, easy accessibility, and a collaborative business culture, Brisbane consistently delivers high-energy, well-attended events. It's a city on the rise — and its speakers reflect that forward-thinking momentum.
Learn more
Learn more
01
Share the event, the audience, the theme, and the budget. The more context you give us, the sharper the shortlist we'll come back with.
02
We respond fast. You'll get a hand-picked selection of speakers matched to your brief, with full profiles, fees, and our recommendation on who's the strongest fit.
03
Not quite right? Tell us what's missing from the shortlist and we'll adjust. We work with you until you're confident you've found the right person.
04
Contracts, fees, travel, briefing calls, on-the-day logistics. We manage the full process so your team doesn't have to.
05
Relax. Your speaker or expert is confirmed, the prep is done, and your event is in good hands. Show up and enjoy it.
The PepTalk Journal
Speaker recommendations, event trends, key dates, and practical guides, written by and for the people who make great events happen.
frequently asked questions
Partnering with PepTalk means elevating your events with our curated roster of top motivational speakers, industry experts, delivering punchy keynotes that leave a lasting impact. From talent selection, to contracts and logistics, we handle it all. We have global expert network, with over 15,000 speakers from over 50 countries on our roster. We also provide a full range of talent, from event hosts and moderators to interviewers and corporate entertainment, ensuring your event’s success from start to finish.
Email us, message us, or call us with your event details (topic, audience, budget, date, location) and the PepTalk team will send a custom speaker proposal within 24 hours. Once you've shortlisted, we'll confirm availability and fees, and you can arrange a chemistry call before deciding. From there, we handle contracts, logistics, and travel.
Whether you'd like to make a booking, need help with an event or anything else, we're here to help. Email us at hello@getapeptalk.com or send us a message via the chat. You can also call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US).
No problem! We often handle last-minute requests and can secure or replace a speaker, comedian, awards or event host quickly — almost anywhere in the world. However, speaker availability might be limited as the event date approaches. Email hello@getapeptalk.com with your requirements.
Yes. PepTalk books commercial podcast guests every week of the year. A high-profile voice can boost your podcast's reach and deliver ideas to your audience at scale. Fees typically start from £2000 / $2,000, depending on the expert. Our network includes bestselling authors, industry leaders, and cultural figures who have appeared on leading global podcasts — and many host their own. Whether you want bold insights, candid stories, or deep expertise, we'll help you find the right guest to elevate your show.
Book conference speakers 6–12 months in advance. Top speakers fill their calendars fast, so the earlier you start, the better your chances of securing your first choice. PepTalk makes it easy to browse, check availability, and confirm speakers quickly — giving you more time to focus on the rest of your event.
Not necessarily. While the speakers listed on our website may not have worked with PepTalk in the past, they are recognized professionals in the industry and known to engage in similar events and engagements. Alongside direct talent, we work with a wide variety of speaker agents and talent agencies, to ensure we have the best selection of speakers, hosts, comedians and entertainers available.
Yes. If they're not listed on the site, tell us their name and we'll take it from there. The PepTalk talent network extends well beyond what's publicly listed, so there's a good chance we can still book them.
Yes — that’s one of the most common requests we get. We regularly help clients find fresh voices for annual events, repeat audiences, and teams who want a new perspective rather than the usual names.
Tell us what you’re working on and we’ll match you with the talent your audience won’t stop talking about.
The PepTalk Journal
Speaker recommendations, event trends, key dates, and practical guides, written by and for the people who make great events happen.