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Audacious Leadership: How to Lead with Conviction, Courage and Care

Australian leaders spend millions of dollars and hours every year developing their own capability and that of their teams, yet as a nation are undecided about what really works. Part of the reason is that more people resist standing up and out than those willing to lead with the positive audacity of conviction, courage and care. It is critical for leaders to create their own enduring leadership style, position and purpose, one that will ensure there is no ambiguity about their behaviour, actions or communication. This Audacious Leadership practical presentation will enable participants to work on developing their own leadership style, position and purpose. Read less

How to Make Good People Great Leaders and Reap the Rewards

If you are serious about staying competitive in a fast changing business environment you need to transform your good people into decisive and inspirational leaders who have the vision to drive your business forward into a profitable future. This How to Make Good People Great Leaders practical presentation will enable participants will understand the value of their individual leadership, how to demonstrate the importance of professional values as well as take ownership of their leadership behaviours and styles Read less

The Integrity Factor

Far from being an old fashioned notion, honourable business, and honourable business leaders, are more sought after than ever. Most of us do not expect perfection, but we do expect transparency and integrity. The same values apply when we consider our community representatives, our own lives and our relationships. It is a commercial imperative for organisations to focus on their brand reputation and their integrity without any ambiguous messages to their stakeholders, staff or the public. Participants of this interactive presentation will understand the importance of values and ethics in todays world, the role of the leader in leading by example at home, at work, and in life, as well as what integrity really means to you, your customers, friends and family. Read less

Ricky Nowak

Helping Leaders Lead with Confidence, Courage, and Vision to Create Lasting Impact

Ricky Nowak is one of only 97 Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) in Australia, and is a globally recognised expert in leadership, communication, and personal growth. With over 25 years of experience, she’s delivered over 3,500 presentations to organisations across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and Asia, bringing powerful insights and practical tools to inspire transformative leadership.

Known for her signature theatrical style and ability to connect deeply with audiences, Ricky combines humour, empathy, and high-impact strategies to engage, challenge, and motivate. Her unique journey began as a leadership presenter in theatre, where she honed her improvisation skills and the ability to think on her feet, qualities that now shine through on stages worldwide.

Having successfully run her own business for over two decades, Ricky has specialised in working with professional service industries including finance, law, engineering, healthcare, and urban design, helping leaders and teams unlock their creative and analytical potential. She helps her clients lead with confidence, boldness, and compassion, turning managers into visionary leaders who make a lasting impact.

In addition to being a trusted executive coach for organisations such as Women in Banking and Finance and the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD), Ricky is also a valued media commentator, regularly featured on ABC, Triple M, and SBS for her expert take on leadership trends and behaviours.

Her keynote, Audacious Leadership: Leading with Conviction, Courage, and Care, invites audiences to rethink what it means to be audacious in leadership, turning boldness into a business imperative. Whether facilitating workshops, presenting seminars, or stepping in as a master of ceremonies, Ricky's engaging approach ensures audiences leave empowered to stand up, stand out, and lead with purpose.

Testimonial

Feedback from our members was excellent, with comments on the presentation including 'best session ever' and 'powerfully demonstrated the message'.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia

As a result of your excellent presentation our staff has been able to implement effective strategies and skills when presenting to clients and get greater results.

JD MacDonald

Ricky has an innate ability to read a room and get to the heart of the matter. She challenges conventional thinking and discards pretence. Through her skilled facilitation, she creates an environment where self-reflection and learning can thrive.

Guide Dogs Victoria