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ICMI is one of Australia's best-known and most trusted talent agencies for Speakers, Entertainers and Hosts. Founded in 1986, we are dedicated to finding the best talent available in Australia and beyond. Find business tips, life advice and industry knowledge. You can absorb wisdom from our expert speakers whose combined knowledge spans from Mars exploration to the future intricacies of..
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When it comes to corporate events, don’t be afraid of doing something different. Our ICMI roster is a well-known resource for finding engaging and inspirational business leaders, entrepreneurs, sporting icons, journalists and MCs. However, we’re also a great hub when you’re looking to add world-class entertainment to your event.
From magicians and illusionists to dance groups, puppeteers and circus performers, there’s plenty of ways to wow your audience. Create a memorable event with one of these highlights from our incredible entertainment roster.
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Over the years, attitudes have shifted around mental health and wellness in Australia, with a greater willingness to discuss this important issue openly and honestly. However, it remains an uncomfortable subject for many staff and managers in workplaces. One of the best ways to take a positive step forward is by inviting a mental health speaker to address your team and facilitate discussions in your workplace about wellness in a way that matters.
At ICMI, our mental health and wellness speakers are leaders in destigmatising mental health issues. These experts provide practical too ..read more
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Thank the important people in your organisation that work tirelessly behind the scenes this Friday 3rd of May 2024 on Administrative Professionals Day. It’s a great time to celebrate some of the more unsung heroes around the office, from assistants to secretaries, receptionists and office managers. While support staff can slip under the radar, we’d all be lost without them. Here at ICMI, we know firsthand how important these people are to deliver great services to both our speakers and clients.
Without our proactive and organised admin folk, our workplaces would be chaos, from unschedule ..read more
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When planning a conference style event, considering your lineup of keynote and speakers is one of the most important jobs as an organiser. At ICMI, our roster includes a range of highly experienced and reputable keynote speakers and guest speakers capable of elevating your next event into an engaging and memorable experience.
Below, we look at the difference between a keynote speaker and guest speaker and how to find the right fit for your event.
Comparing a Keynote vs Guest Speaker
Depending on the event, you may have a combination of speakers from your own staff along wit ..read more
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As Australia commemorates International Women’s Day 2024 with the theme “Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress,” our attention is directed towards exploring pathways for greater economic inclusion for women and girls globally. Despite advancements, substantial obstacles persist, emphasising the need for equal access to education, employment, financial services, and literacy to attain genuine gender equality. In this special blog post, some of the incredible female speakers on our roster share insightful reflections on this year’s IWD theme, contributing to a collective narrative t ..read more
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Held on April 22, Earth Day is an important day to raise awareness and reflect upon our shared responsibility for the environment. It’s also a chance to celebrate those in our community who are leading the way with initiatives, outreach and new technologies. In 2024, the theme is on reducing plastics, with a goal set to achieve a 60% reduction in the production of all plastics by 2040.
Here at ICMI, we’re proud to feature a diverse range of sustainability pioneers and advocates who can make this year’s Earth Day special at your organisation with inspirational stories and invaluabl ..read more
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Harmony Week 2024 will take place from 20th March 2024 to 26th March 2024. Dedicated to celebrating multiculturalism, Harmony Week is an Australia-specific holiday. Harmony Day, held on Tuesday the 21st of March 2024, intentionally falls on the same day as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
What is the History Behind Harmony Week?
Nearly half of all Australians are born abroad or have a parent who was born abroad. We’re also home to the world’s oldest continuous living culture, with Aboriginal peoples having lived on this land for at least 6 ..read more
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Discover new ways to boost your real-world social impact with guidance from Micahel Sheldrick, Co-Founder of Global Citizen. ICMI is delighted to host Michael as a speaker while visiting Australia from March 2nd to the 22nd 2024.
Making Change With Pop and Policy
Global Citizen is an international education and advocacy organisation that aims to end extreme poverty worldwide. As its Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact and Government Affairs Officer, Michael has worked alongside governments, businesses, foundations, artists and everyday people to distribute over $40 billion ..read more
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ANZAC Day is one of the most important commemorative holidays in Australia. It’s a day where we reflect and celebrate everyone who serves or has served in Australia’s armed forces. Held on April 25 each year, ANZAC Day is an opportunity to thank our diggers and celebrate the qualities that exemplify their spirit – courage, endurance, mateship and sacrifice.
Are You Organising an ANZAC Day Event?
At ICMI, we’re proud to have a number of military speakers available for ANZAC themed events so you can hear inspiring first-hand stories from those who have served on this important day ..read more
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Richard Hopkins, former Head of Operations for the world champion Red Bull Racing Formula One Team, has been working on a bold new endeavour – infusing F1 technology into climate-zero cars.
It’s something he’s doing in his role as Professor of Practice at UNSW Sydney, where he acts as an industry mentor in student-led activities, most notably the UNSW flagship solar racing team Sunswift.
Finding a Winning Formula for Red Bull Racing
Richard‘s journey started at the age of 9, when he went to his first Grand Prix, sparking a lifelong love for motorsport. Even though his paren ..read more