Speaking

What Gary brings

Gary spent years working inside the hidden world of modern slavery and human trafficking.

What he discovered there was not only the brutal cost of captivity, but something less expected: that even in the most extreme conditions, there is a part of a person that remains beyond what was done to them. This insight now sits at the centre of his work.

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What this changes

When individuals and organisations are grounded in who they are, rather than driven by external demands or compliance, they are able to act with clarity and courage in complex and uncertain situations.​

 

What participants take away​

In a world shaped by increasing complexity, pressure and rapid change, the ability to stay present, see clearly and respond effectively is essential. 

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Participants develop the ability to:

• see more clearly where harm is occurring, even when it is not obvious

• recognise patterns earlier and act before issues escalate

• stay present in uncertainty without rushing to premature conclusions

• focus attention, effort and resources where it matters most

• engage more openly and effectively with others

• respond in ways that remain aligned under pressure

 

At its core, this is the capacity to stay with not knowing, remain present to what is actually happening, and respond from that place. The quality of what emerges from any decision, interaction or system is shaped by the quality of presence and awareness we bring to it.

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Gary’s work is relevant across:

• leadership and executive teams

• sustainability, ESG and procurement functions

• conferences and industry events

 

In areas such as:

• navigating complexity 

• wellbeing, resilience and performance

• presence, mindset and courage

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Speaking formats

• Keynote presentations

• Conference presentations and panels

• Executive briefings

• Workshops and facilitated conversations

• Online sessions and webinars

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Gary is listed in New Zealand with Celebrity Speakers. ​​​​​​