Business Speaker
Keynote Speaker
For over twenty years, I've been on a mission to do just that.
You might know me from my time on Shark Tank Australia, or as the entrepreneur who started RedBalloon from a spare room in my house with a second-hand computer and a big idea.
But my real passion is stepping on stage and sharing the real, raw, and practical lessons learned from a lifetime in the trenches of Australian business. I've heard that I am considered to be Australia's most passionate, inspirational, and down-to-earth business speaker. My promise is to deliver a keynote that is not only entertaining and interesting but is packed with current, actionable insights that will have your audience buzzing long after the applause has faded. I listen deeply to the brief and always deliver.
When you choose me for your event, you're not just booking a name; you're investing in a guaranteed result. Here’s what makes the difference.
"Naomi has a unique ability to connect strategic thinking to practical tools and tactics that both large corporates and small businesses can implement. Taking people on a journey and telling ... keep reading."
City of Sydney
She’s Australia’s #1 Business Speaker for a Reason
With hundreds of keynotes delivered to the nation’s leading brands, my experience is unparalleled. I understand what it takes to captivate a diverse audience, hold their attention, and deliver a message that sticks.
Genuinely Down-to-Earth & Relatable
Forget jargon and inaccessible corporate theory. I speak from the heart, in plain English. I share the real stories—the hard yards, the mistakes, and a few wins. Your audience will see themselves in the story, making the lessons resonate on a profoundly personal level.
Passionately Inspirational & Entertaining
I bring a level of energy to the stage that is infectious. Through powerful storytelling, humour, and a genuine love for what I do, I create an atmosphere where people are not only listening but are emotionally engaged and ready for change.
Packed with Current, Actionable Insights
Feeling inspired is wonderful, but it's not enough. Every keynote is grounded in practical, real-world strategies for small business wellbeing, leadership, and marketing that your audience can apply easily.
Signature Keynote Topics
She is also called on for her insightful and thought provoking presentations on Intentional Leadership, the Growth Mindset, Customer Obsession and Live What You love – finding your purpose.
While every presentation is tailored to your specific theme and audience, here are some of my most requested topics.
What to Expect
For more than 25 years, Naomi Simson has been bringing people together — through her experience businesses, her keynote speaking, and her writing. She is one of Australia’s most passionate advocates for business owners and entrepreneurs.
After a successful corporate career with Apple, KPMG, IBM and Ansett Australia, Naomi founded RedBalloon in 2001, growing it into one of the country’s most loved experience brands. In 2017, she went on to co-found Big Red Group, now the largest platform of experiences across Australia and New Zealand.
Beyond building businesses, Naomi is a prolific blogger at naomisimson.com, the voice behind the podcast Handpicked, and a regular business commentator. Many also know her as the #RedShark from four seasons of Shark Tank Australia.
With more than 2.5 million followers on LinkedIn, it’s clear that when Naomi speaks — people listen.
Please welcome… Naomi Simson.
The most valuable asset in any business isn't on the balance sheet—it's you. In this powerful session, I share the hard-won life lessons on building resilience, mastering your mindset, and prioritising your physical and emotional wellbeing. We’ll explore why self-care is the ultimate business strategy for creativity, longevity, and building a life, not just a living.
Command-and-control is dead. Today's greatest leaders inspire, connect, and empower. Using my "4 C's" leadership framework (Clarity, Capability, Confidence, Commitment), I provide a practical toolkit for leaders to build trust, foster psychological safety, and unlock the true potential of their people.
Shared Experiences
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