Emma delivers dynamic keynotes that spark meaningful conversations and create lasting cultural momentum.
Today’s leaders don’t need more information, they need transformation.
Emma’s keynotes go beyond performance to catalyse culture change. With a proven background in leadership, communication, and systems thinking, she creates engaging, energising experiences that build trust, shift mindsets, and inspire action.
Emma’s blend of storytelling, interaction, and practical tools help organisations move from polite to powerful conversations - because real impact starts with how we talk to each other.
keynotes
From polite to powerful: how to build a culture of real conversations
Most workplaces are full of polite silence or performative agreement. Real connection? That’s still on the wish list. In this keynote, Emma shows leaders and teams how to move beyond surface-level communication to build a culture where clarity, feedback, and accountability are normal. Drawing on her book Anatomy of Conversation and 15+ years of global campaigning and culture work, she offers a bold blueprint for conversations that spark trust and momentum.
Audience takeaway: Confidence and frameworks to speak with courage and curiosity, especially when it’s hard.
Lead with curiosity, not control: rethinking leadership for a networked world
In a world where authority no longer guarantees influence, the leaders who thrive are the ones who can hold space, not just a title. This keynote challenges the old ‘command and control’ mindset and replaces it with a practical, human-centred approach to leadership built on curiosity, empathy, and courageous conversations. Emma unpacks how to lead with presence, listen like it matters, and catalyse ownership across generations, cultures, and teams.
Audience takeaway: A new model of leadership that increases trust, inclusion, and innovation.
Looking for something a bit different?
The Conversational MC: More than just a microphone
Emma doesn’t just keep the event moving, she keeps it meaningful. As your MC, Emma brings clarity, warmth, and humour while weaving the day together with insight and intention. She connects the dots across sessions, elevates key ideas, and facilitates real-time reflection and dialogue. Expect an experience where the audience isn’t just listening - they’re engaging, connecting, and participating in the story of the event.
Best for: Leadership offsites, culture & innovation conferences, industry forums that want more cohesion and less filler.
Conversation Clinic
In a world where authority no longer guarantees influence, the leaders who thrive are the ones who can hold space, not just a title. This keynote challenges the old ‘command and control’ mindset and replaces it with a practical, human-centred approach to leadership built on curiosity, empathy, and courageous conversations. Emma unpacks how to lead with presence, listen like it matters, and catalyse ownership across generations, cultures, and teams.
Audience takeaway: A new model of leadership that increases trust, inclusion, and innovation.
Don’t settle for another forgettable keynote.
If you want a speaker who gets people talking, thinking, and doing something different, Emma’s the one. Let’s make your next event count for something more.