Public Speakers - Social Alchemists

Bonang Mohale

Business

Business| Leadership

Dedicated to driving innovation, positive change, and inclusive growth in the corporate world.

Robin Banks

Inspiration

Inspiration| Leadership| Motivation

World-renowned Mind Power expert and motivational speaker, empowering individuals and organisations to master their mindset, maximise success, and create extraordinary results.

Kevin Lerena

Boxing

Boxing| Sporting Legend

World-renowned South African boxer Kevin Lerena, former IBO Cruiserweight Champion, inspires with stories of discipline, resilience, and success in the global arena of professional boxing.

Khanyisa Mnyaka

Empowerment

Empowerment| Mental Health| Wellness

Self-development coach, speaker, and author dedicated to helping people break free from people-pleasing, embrace radical self-love, and step into their most authentic selves.

Nick Dreyer

Branding

Branding| Entrepreneur| Innovation

Sharing inspiring lessons from building a global brand, blending creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurship.

Saray Khumalo

Adventure

Adventure| Leadership| Motivation

Award-winning mountaineer and coach, unlocking potential through resilience and goal-setting.

Hector Motivator

MC

MC| Motivation

A fresh perspective and boundless energy, inspiring organisations and individuals with his approach to personal and professional growth.

Stafford Masie

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur| Innovation| Tech

Tech innovator and disruptor, humanising tech and driving advancements in AI and crypto.

Larry Soffer

Magic

Magic| MC| Mentalism

Magician and mentalist, delivering mind-bending illusions and performances.

Paula Quinsee

GBV

GBV| Relationships| Wellness

Helping individuals build healthy relationships at home and work that bring positivity and well-being.

Cobus Visser

Culture

Culture| Motivation| Strategy

Empowering leaders and teams to master the art of scaling & building high-performance cultures that grow exponentially.

GG Alcock

Current Affairs

Current Affairs| Marketing| Motivation

Thought leader on the trends and dynamics of the informal economies & societies which make up the majority of South Africa.

Jesse Kriel

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

South African rugby player, representing the Springboks with distinction on the world stage.

Dr Alan Brand

Mental Health

Mental Health| Wellness

Motivational talks on men’s mental health, self-development, and balanced wellness.

Siyabulela “Siya” Xuza

Innovation

Innovation| Motivation| Tech

Award-winning South African energy engineer and entrepreneur, inspiring innovation in sustainable energy.

Chris Bertish

Adventure

Adventure| Leadership| Motivation

A surfing Mavericks champion and Guinness World Record holder, sharing his thrilling journey.

John Sanei

AI

AI| Futurist| Strategy

Equipping leaders to navigate the future through neuroscience and innovative strategies.

Lynette Ntuli

Business

Business| MC| Strategy

Drive sustainable growth, innovation, and inclusive economic development across Africa's high-growth sectors.

Mark Fish

Soccer

Soccer| Sporting Legend

Soccer legend inspires with stories of success, leadership, and overcoming challenges.

Gilan Gork

Influence

Influence| Leadership| Sales

Unlocking potential and hidden insights to equip leaders to tackle the world's biggest challenges.

Zipho Sikhakhane

Business

Business| Leadership| Strategy

Businesswoman and speaker, empowering audiences on leadership and entrepreneurship.

Lucas Radebe

Soccer

Soccer| Sporting Legend

Soccer legend inspires with his journey of leadership, resilience, and dedication.

Palesa Mosiea

Diversity & Inclusivity

Diversity & Inclusivity| Motivation| Wellness

Motivating others to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve success.

Michael Cowen

Culture

Culture| Innovation| Strategy

Creating a culture that delivers, squads that execute, and people set free. Spark fast, human-centric change that sticks.

Dr. Justin Cohen

Change

Change| Leadership| Motivation

Inspires and equips individuals and organisations to unlock their potential and achieve their goals.

Dr. Craig Wing

Futurist

Futurist| Innovation| Tech

Driving success in the Fourth Industrial Revolution by Inspiring leaders to embrace disruption, innovation, and foresight.

Brett StClair

AI

AI| Innovation| Tech

An innovator, entrepreneur, and AI evangelist who revolutionizes businesses with AI.

Shelley Walters

Sales

Sales| Strategy

Award-winning sales expert transforming organisations through strategy and future-focused sales insights.

Nick Mallett

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

Former Springbok coach and player, focusing on leadership, strategy, and team dynamics.

Jabu Zwane

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur| Leadership| Motivation

Transforming mindsets, igniting purpose, and fostering accountability.

Cindy Norcott

Business

Business| Entrepreneur| Motivation

Dynamic speaker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist who inspires audiences with practical strategies for business success, leadership, and work-life balance.

Siphiwe Moyo

Culture

Culture| Leadership| Motivation

Transforming workplace dynamics and empowering leaders to create thriving corporate environments.

Dr Roze Phillips

Futurist

Futurist| Leadership| Wellness

An African futurist and medical doctor specialising in leadership empathy and the future of work.

Martin Brown

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur| Leadership| Motivation

Entrepreneur and adversity expert who, after a life-altering accident, built a global business.

Mushambi Mutuma

Innovation

Innovation| Tech

Leader in innovation & digital transformation, empowering leaders to thrive in today’s digital age.

Joey Evans

Adventure

Adventure| Leadership| Motivation

A bestselling author, inspiring audiences to conquer their challenges and pursue their dreams.

Tiffany Markman

AI

AI| Communication| Marketing

Award-winning marketer, up-skilling corporate teams to communicate better, sell more and future-proof their brands and businesses.

Alistair Mokoena

Innovation

Innovation| Leadership| Tech

Country Director of Google South Africa, is a visionary leader driving digital transformation and innovation.

Daniel Silke

Local & Global Affairs

A distinguished political economy analyst, offering presentations that blend economic and political insights.

Dricus du Plessis

MMA

MMA| Sporting Legend

UFC middleweight contender, bringing unmatched power and determination to every fight.

Tinoda Moyo

Branding

Branding| Sales| Tech

Helping professionals and businesses build powerful, visible, and value-driven brands that open doors to opportunity, influence, and growth.

Leigh Joy

Leadership

Leadership| Motivation| Wellness

Self-care coach, speaker, and recovery advocate who co-creates self-care practices which inspire, empower and transform individuals to live the life of their dreams.

Rob Caskie

Adventure

Adventure| Storyteller

Master storyteller, captivating audiences with powerful tales of history's extraordinary moments.

Redi Thlabi

MC

MC| News| Program Director

Renowned journalist, author, and speaker, committed to social justice, truth, and women's rights.

Pieter Geldenhuys

Futurist

Futurist| Innovation| Tech

Helping businesses explore, harness, and navigate the future with actionable insights.

Matthew Booth

Soccer

Soccer| Sporting Legend

Soccer icon inspires with his leadership skills and dedication to advancing South African soccer.

Niki Seberini

Mental Health

Mental Health| Wellness

Wellbeing Practitioner, using Breathwork and Self-Inquiry to guide individuals toward health, happiness, and wholeness.

Stef Du Plessis

Culture

Culture| Leadership| Motivation

Enabling companies to improve their bottom-line results by growing their people and creating winning workplace cultures.

Neil Tovey

Soccer

Soccer| Sporting Legend

Bafana Bafana captain who led South Africa to 1996 AFCON glory, shaping soccer through coaching.

Bryan Habana

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

South African rugby star and leader, contributing to sport development and social change.

Marks Maponyane

Soccer

Soccer| Sporting Legend

Soccer legend and motivational speaker inspires with his journey of leadership, perseverance, and success.

Rapelang Rabana

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur| Leadership| Tech

An influential tech entrepreneur and digital education advocate, championing transformative learning solutions.

Caster Semenya

Athlete

Athlete| Sporting Legend

Olympic athlete and advocate, challenging the boundaries of gender in sport.

Pierre du Plessis

Culture

Culture| Leadership| Strategy

When the confusion sets in and you don't know what to do or where to go, Pierre will help you figure out how to win.

Peter Van Kets

Adventure

Adventure| Leadership| Motivation

Connecting lessons from his epic expeditions, he equips leaders and teams with mindset tools to overcome adversity, thrive under pressure, and build a legacy of excellence.

Dawie Roodt

Local & Global Affairs

Esteemed economist and media figure, delivering clear, insightful analyses on economic and political trends to audiences across South Africa and beyond.

Nick Binedell

Business

Business| Leadership

Visionary in business education and navigating complex organisational challenges.

Dr Khumalo

Soccer

Soccer| Sporting Legend

Football legend, coach, and leader, embodying sportsmanship and excellence on and off the field.

Graeme Codrington

Digital Disruption

Digital Disruption| Futurist| Strategy

Turning complex trends into practical strategies for leadership, innovation, and thriving amid disruption.

Faff de Klerk

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

Springbok scrum-half and two-time Rugby World Cup winner showcasing unmatched sportsmanship.

Lynn Baker

Customer care

Customer care| CX

Lynn Baker delivers interactive, high-impact keynotes using The Customer Journey Game, helping businesses create unforgettable customer experiences and embed customer-centric cultures that drive loyal

Justice Malala

Local & Global Affairs

An award-winning journalist and political commentator, known for his insightful columns and as a resident analyst on The Justice Factor.

Gerda Steyn

Athlete

Athlete| Sporting Legend

Elite long-distance runner and record-breaking Comrades champion who inspires audiences with her story of focus, discipline, and mental grit.

Benni McCarthy

Soccer

Soccer| Sporting Legend

South African soccer legend, UEFA Champions League winner, and current coach at Manchester United.

Vusi Thembekwayo

Business

Business| Leadership| Motivation

A visionary leader, known for his strategy and expertise that ignites change across the globe.

Dr. Michael Mol

MC

MC| Media| Wellness

Trauma doctor-turned-TV presenter dedicated to accessible health and family entertainment.

Mlamuli Mbambo

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur| Finance| Wellness

The Yogi-Sip to the Castor Oil that is finance, balancing strategy with mindfulness.

Aki Kalliatakis

Customer care

Customer care| Marketing| Sales

Cultivating loyal customers by teaching leaders to implement customer-driven strategies.

Saffron Baggallay

Culture

Culture| Leadership| Wellness

Sociologist and Enneagram expert, driving high performance by cracking the human code.

Brent Lindeque

MC

MC| Motivation

Creator of Good Things Guy, turns everyday stories into powerful messages of positivity.

Jean de Villiers

MC

MC| Rugby| Sporting Legend

Former Springbok captain, renowned for his victories, resilience, and leadership.

John Smit

MC

MC| Rugby| Sporting Legend

He led South Africa to 2007 World Cup victory, embodying unmatched leadership in rugby.

Alex Harris

Adventure

Adventure| Leadership| Motivation

Adventurer and endurance athlete inspiring resilience, leadership, and peak performance through his extreme expeditions.

Rassie Erasmus

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

World Cup-winning coach, revolutionised South African rugby with his strategy and leadership.

Andisa Liba

Business

Business| Leadership| Tech

Catalyst, Connector, and Storyteller unearthing the magic in others to transform organisations and empower businesses and individuals.

Joni Peddie

Culture

Culture| Leadership| Wellness

Helping Leaders and organisations thrive through change, by building CAN DO mindsets and emotionally intelligent cultures—so you don’t just bounce back, you BOUNCE FORWARD™.

Dr Imtiaz Sooliman

Inspiration

Inspiration| Motivation

Founder of the Gift of the Givers Foundation, answers a spiritual call to serve all people.

Dr Roelof Botha

Local & Global Affairs

Esteemed economist offering sharp insights on South Africa’s socio-economic trends, guiding smarter business decisions.

Schalk Brits

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

Former Springbok, bringing energy, leadership, and insight into team dynamics.

Tatjana Smith (Schoenmaker)

Sporting Legend

Sporting Legend| Swimming

Record breaking Olympic champion pushing the boundaries of swimming.

Juanita Vorster

Culture

Culture| Leadership| Strategy

Empowering overwhelmed business leaders to regain clarity, energy, and passion while running sustainable, successful businesses.

Siya Kolisi

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

South African World Cup-winning captain, with inspiring leadership, resilience, and dedication.

Femi Adebanji

Customer care

Customer care| Leadership| Sales

Inspiring organisational excellence in customer service, leadership, and high performance

Zoya Mabuto

Culture

Culture| Empowerment| Leadership

Inspiring growth, resilience, and self-discovery using psychology and organisational insights.

Carol Tshabalala

MC

MC| Media| Sporting Legend

South Africa’s "First Lady of Sport, celebrated broadcaster, MC, and influential speaker.

Jessica van Jaarsveld

Culture

Culture| Sustainability| Wellness

Shifting sustainability from compliance to real commitment and rediscover the values at the heart of sustainability.

Dr Sizakele Marutlulle

Business

Business| Leadership| Strategy

Empowering leaders to build impactful brands that drive profit and societal change.

Erik Kruger

Culture

Culture| Leadership| Transformation

In a world where expertise is commoditised and change is constant, Erik helps leaders recalibrate how they think, decide, and lead, equipping them to adapt faster and lead smarter.

Bruce Whitfield

Finance

Finance| Local & Global Affairs| MC

Multi-award-winning journalist and author, known for his world-class industry insights.

Maya Fisher-French

Finance

Award-winning financial journalist and educator, empowering people to take control of their finances.

Richard Wright

Leadership

Leadership| Motivation| Sales

Obsessed with enriching minds, teams, and organisations on a journey to better.

Kobus Wiese

MC

MC| Rugby| Sporting Legend

Rugby World Cup winner, speaks on teamwork, leadership, and success.

Puseletso Modimogale

Leadership

Leadership| Transformation| Wellness

Through coaching and holistic practices she guides others on a journey of self-discovery.

Kaluba Chikonde

AI

AI| Innovation| Tech

Helping you harness the power of data and AI, transforming complex technology into actionable insights for individuals and businesses.

Eben Etzebeth

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

Springbok legend inspires audiences with lessons on resilience, teamwork, and peak performance.

Enkromelle Andrew

Leadership

Leadership| MC| Motivation

Electrifying audiences and inspiring resilience, purpose, and transformation to shape Africa’s early-stage investment landscape.

Jake White

Rugby

Rugby| Sporting Legend

Rugby World Cup-winning coach, shares his expertise on leadership, strategy, and team dynamics.

Sthembiso Phakathi

Leadership

Leadership| Strategy| Transformation

Transformation advisor, guiding business on performance, strategic leadership, and innovation.

Barry Hilton

Comedian

Comedian| Mental Health| Motivation

Blending humour with his personal insights on mental health, resilience, and workplace culture—proving that laughter truly is the best medicine.

Simon Grainger

Branding

Branding| Communication| Marketing