Speaker

Wade is a dynamic speaker who is frequently rated as the top presenter at conferences and events.

Wade has opened conferences to set a positive tone, closed conferences so they finish on a high and spoken in the after-lunch slot to keep audiences engaged and entertained.


Tony Falkenstein, 
CEO,
Just Water International

“If you are looking for a presenter with passion and fun, while delivering a serious message, then Wade would be my choice."

 
 

Wade delivers keynotes on a diverse range of subjects because of his polymath background in business, science and the arts. He synthesizes a wealth of expertise and is able to tailor his presentations to suit any audience.

Trish Gregan
Member Engagement Specialist,
Chartered Accountants ANZ

"Wade was the perfect speaker to kick off a full day conference, he had the audience of 160+ up out of their seats within the first 5 minutes creating a great vibe in the room. His content was spot on with many delegates making special mention of his session."

Speaking Topics


Beyond High Performance
How to constantly and consistently be your best at both work and home. Learn the 7 characteristics of high performing teams.


Personal Leadership & Transformation
How to connect with yourself at the deepest level, to find your voice and live a life of meaning.


Resilience & Well-Being
How to deal with the curve balls life throws at you and be able to rise to any challenge.


Collaborative Creativity
How to flex your creative muscle and work with others so innovation becomes the norm.


Organisational Storytelling & Communication
How to engage hearts and minds, influence and inspire others through the power of story.


Improv Your Life
How the principles of improvisation and play can liberate you and enhance your life.


Build it and They Will Come
How Wade was able to build an improv theatre during a global pandemic and it not only survive but thrive - an entrepreneurial tale like no other!


Make it Easy
How to stand at the front of the room and get your message across with ease.


Connection & Belonging
How to create a psychologically safe environment so people can bring their full selves to work and enhance the sense of belonging.


What people say:


Abigail Donovan
Executive Administration Co-ordinator
Walker Wayland Australasia

“We engaged Wade as our keynote speaker, to deliver "Inspiring High Performance" at our recent Walker Wayland Australasia Annual Conference in Queenstown, with the theme of Intelligence: IQ, EQ, CQ and AI. In one hour, Wade was able to set the scene, and each of our delegates' mindsets for the entire Conference. Wade used a unique combination of enthusiasm, humour, and honesty to engage the audience and his insights clearly illustrate Wade's expertise in both emotional and cultural intelligence. Our Conference would not have been what it was without Wade offering his distinctive talent to entertain and teach simultaneously.”


Chris Till,
CEO,
Human Resources Institute of New Zealand

"Wade Jackson is an outstanding presenter. He has relevant, fresh, interesting thinking that speaks to the zeitgeist and supports this with great, compelling research and sound thinking. I have seen only a few people, in my 30 year career, who can energise, entertain, inform and illuminate very busy groups of people in the way that Wade can."


David Havercroft,
Chief Operating Officer,
Spark

"Wade is highly entertaining and knowledgeable. His high-energy and humour created an experience our leaders will remember and skills they will continue to use in creating cultural change at Spark.”


Josh Comrie,
Managing Director, 
Potentia & Aspire Executive Search

“Wade has the unique ability to inform, educate and inspire simultaneously. He is quick on his feet, entertaining and intelligent. The feedback from my team was fantastic and they're a difficult bunch to impress! I'd highly recommend Wade.”


Sue Brewster,
CEO,
Sweet Louise Foundation

“Wade did an outstanding job, blending learning with humour and he provided an interactive presentation with great insights into communication and team. Wade has an excellent balance of heightened interpersonal skills along with an extraordinary amount of academia and expertise in his field.”