★★★★★
"One of the most powerful stories in over 300 podcasts I’ve done. Kym channels his unfathomable heartbreak into the kind of exemplary resilience most speakers on the subject wish they had."
Greg Rust, Broacaster & Podcast Host
★★★★★
"A story of tragedy and adversity that you can only hear to believe, and how a man would overcome such a moment in one’s life, but then move on to find love and happiness once again.”
Richie Walsh, Director & Founder, The Next Step Australia
★★★★★
"What you are doing is being a force for good in this crazy world. Your message will have a ripple effect that will reach thousands and save lives."
Adam, Teacher & Father
When Everything
Falls Apart
In 2010, I lost everything. What I found in that darkness was the power of perspective, the strength in vulnerability and the unshakeable hope that transforms tragedy into purpose.
Today, I share that journey with audiences who are ready to face their own challenges and emerge not just surviving, but thriving.
“Challenges are inevitable, but resilience and hope can guide the way.”
Four Pillars of Transformation
With each keynote tailored to your audience, Kym shares his powerful story of loss and the lessons that came after.
Weaving lived experience with practical strategy, he explores four themes that help people see their own challenges differently and find the courage to take their next step, creating impact that stays with them long after he's left the stage.
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Resilience
Building strength through adversity - learning how to keep going when life doesn't go to plan, to bend without breaking and emerge stronger from every challenge.
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Hope
Seeing possibility through uncertainty - why hope gives us a reason to keep going, how to pursue meaningful goals and believe that our next step, be it large or small, can make a difference.
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Vunerability
The unexpected superpower - how sharing our struggles honestly can create deeper connection, open the door to more authentic and empathetic leadership and create room to learn and grow.
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Perspective
Reframing reality - how shifting the lens through which we view our lives can help us respond to setbacks, deal with pressure positively and make clearer, calmer decisions.
“I cannot recall a more moving experience of masculine sharing than that delivered by Kym in our plenary session. The deep learning from that event will always bring tears for me along with its powerful enlightenment. Wow - still wow!”
Michael Glover
Pastor, WA
“So powerful Kym. I am in awe. I haven’t stopped thinking about what you shared. The message of family and friends, resilience and hope left me with feelings of both sadness and inspiration.”
Claire O’Loughlin
Millicent, SA
“Kym’s story brilliantly describes the need for men to be fluid or integrative with their masculine attitudes and actions. Most importantly, it shows the importance of reaching out to others when traditional masculinity is no longer providing effective support.”
Simon Tyler PhD
Psychologist SA
What Others Have Said
See The Impact
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Tailored Experiences
Each keynote is specifically designed to meet your audience where they are, and focus on what you want them to take away.
for organiSations
Corporate, Government & Industry Keynotes
Leadership teams, conferences, professional associations, government organisations and business events. Keynotes and deeply focused sessions on resilience, perspective, change and leading with vulnerability in high-stakes environments.
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20 - 45 minute keynotes with Q&A
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Pre-event consultation to tailor the session
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Optional breakout sessions and workshops
for communities
Schools, Education & Community Groups
High schools, universities, youth groups, not-for-profits and community organisations. Age-appropriate and audience-specific talks on mental health, perspective, hope and finding purpose through adversity.
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Assemblies and guest speaker programs
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Workshops and smaller group sessions
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Flexible formats for schools and community organisations
