Norliza Pavlakos · International keynote speaker
The keynote
that moves
rooms to act.
that moves
rooms to act.
Homeless at 16. Golden Gavel honouree.
“My favourite talk of the year.”
AI Transformation Leader, Microsoft
TRUSTED ON STAGE BY
Organisations that have trusted Norliza Pavlakos on stage: Microsoft, Coca-Cola, Qatar Airways, PwC, Zurich, Lenovo, Dell, Emirates, Marriott, Just Eat, Vestas, Bunnings, University of Melbourne, Oberoi, ezidebit.
Trusted by global
brands.
Spoken in
Africa · Asia · Australia · Europe · North America
Formats
Keynote · Workshop · Virtual · Hybrid · Panel
Audience size
12 to 4,000 people
The
story
From nothing
to the world’s
stages.
to the world’s
stages.
Turning adversity into resilience, leadership and entrepreneurial success.
Read
her full story
Watch the
showreel
Signature keynotes
Three keynotes.
01
The Power of Nothing
Turn underestimation into your
greatest advantage.
Audiences leave with
Shift from
self-doubt to strategic confidence
Turn being
underestimated into an advantage
Lead with
clarity when conditions are hardest
Best for
Leadership · Women’s conferences
02
The Conviction Effect
Decide boldly under pressure, with
speed and clarity.
Audiences leave with
Eliminate
hesitation that kills momentum
Make fast,
aligned decisions under pressure
Build a
culture of decisive execution
Best for
Executive summits · C-suite
03
The One-Day Reset
Recover fast and perform
consistently without burning out.
Audiences leave with
A 24-hour
recovery protocol
Prevent
burnout before it begins
Restore peak
performance after setbacks
Best for
High-performance teams · HR · Wellbeing
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Watch Norliza in
action.
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Keynote highlights
On stage
In conversation
What
clients say
“My favourite talk of the year. Completely captivating.”
AI
Transformation Leader, Microsoft · Technology, USA
“Powerfully connects with audiences and inspires resilience.”
Senior Vice President · Aviation, Asia Pacific
“Exactly what our leaders needed to hear: practical, real, immediately applicable.”
Senior Leader · Professional services, Australia
“An outstanding speaker who inspires meaningful change.”
National Relationship Leader · Insurance, Australia
Is your date free?
Availability is confirmed within 48
business hours, and a speaker bureau manages the booking.
The
books
Her two books.
Conviction
The story behind the stage: how she turned trauma into purpose. Also available as an audiobook.
The
Liza Pavlakos Foundation
For better lives.
Education, essentials and free counselling for people who cannot afford it. Registered charity with the ACNC.
Founded by Norliza
The Support Pages.
A mental health directory built so anyone can find the right support. Free counselling for those who need it.
In her
words
“Your beginning does not define your outcome.
Your response
does.”
Golden Gavel Honouree
Toastmasters
International, 2021
Founder, Liza Pavlakos Foundation
Registered charity, ACNC
#8 Suicide Awareness Speaker
Let’s
Engage, 2022
#9 Top 40 Women Keynote Speakers
Real
Leaders, 2020
Founder, The Support Pages
Mental
health directory
Author of two books
Conviction · The
Indefatigable Entrepreneur
Free
playbook
The Conviction Effect playbook.
Three moves for leaders and decision makers, with prompts for your team. Free and instant.
One email with your download. No
spam.
Speaking
enquiries
Bring Norliza to your stage.
Keynote, workshop, virtual or
panel.
Tailored to your organisation.
✓ Availability
confirmed within 48 business hours
✓ Booking managed by a speaker bureau
✓ Fee and contract confirmed in writing
✓ Booking managed by a speaker bureau
✓ Fee and contract confirmed in writing
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Norliza Pavlakos · International keynote speaker
The keynote
that moves
rooms to act.
that moves
rooms to act.
Homeless at 16. Golden Gavel honouree.
Check availability“My favourite talk of the
year.”
AI Transformation Leader, Microsoft
AI Transformation Leader, Microsoft
TRUSTED ON STAGE
BY
Trusted by
global
brands.
global
brands.
Spoken in
Africa · Asia · Australia · Europe · North America
Formats
Keynote · Workshop · Virtual · Hybrid · Panel
Audience size
12 to 4,000 people
The
story
From nothing
to the world’s
stages.
to the world’s
stages.
Turning adversity into
resilience, leadership and entrepreneurial success.
Watch the
showreel
Signature keynotes
Three keynotes.
01
The Power of Nothing
Turn underestimation into your
greatest advantage.
Audiences leave with
Shift from
self-doubt to strategic confidence
Turn being
underestimated into an advantage
Lead with
clarity when conditions are hardest
Best
for
Leadership · Women’s conferences
Leadership · Women’s conferences
02
The Conviction Effect
Decide boldly under pressure, with
speed and clarity.
Audiences leave with
Eliminate
hesitation that kills momentum
Make fast,
aligned decisions under pressure
Build a
culture of decisive execution
Best
for
Executive summits · C-suite
Executive summits · C-suite
03
The One-Day Reset
Recover fast and perform
consistently without burning out.
Audiences leave with
A 24-hour
recovery protocol
Prevent
burnout before it begins
Restore peak
performance after setbacks
Best
for
High-performance teams · HR · Wellbeing
High-performance teams · HR · Wellbeing
What
clients say
“My favourite talk of the year. Completely captivating.”
AI
Transformation Leader · Technology, USA · The Power of Nothing
“Powerfully connects with audiences and inspires resilience.”
Senior Vice President · Aviation, Asia Pacific
“Exactly what our leaders needed to hear: practical, real, immediately applicable.”
Senior Leader · Professional services, Australia
“An outstanding speaker who inspires meaningful change.”
National Relationship Leader · Insurance, Australia
Is your date free?
Availability is confirmed within 48 business hours, and a speaker bureau manages the booking.
Check availabilityThe
books
Her two books.
Conviction
The story behind the stage: how she turned trauma into purpose.
The Indefatigable Entrepreneur
A practical guide to building a business from nothing.
The
Liza Pavlakos Foundation
For better lives.
Education, essentials and free counselling for people who cannot afford it.
Donate See the work
Founded by Norliza
The Support Pages.
A mental health directory built so anyone can find the right support.
Visit The Support PagesIn her
words
“Your beginning does not define your outcome.
Your response
does.”
Golden Gavel Honouree
Toastmasters
International, 2021
Founder, Liza Pavlakos Foundation
Registered charity, ACNC
#8
Suicide Awareness Speaker
Let’s
Engage, 2022
#9
Top 40 Women Keynote Speakers
Real
Leaders, 2020
Founder, The Support Pages
Mental
health directory
Author of two books
Conviction · The
Indefatigable Entrepreneur
Free
playbook
The Conviction Effect playbook.
Three moves for leaders and decision
makers, with prompts for your team. Free and instant.
One email with your download. No spam.
Speaking
enquiries
Bring Norliza to your stage.
Keynote, workshop, virtual or panel. Tailored to your organisation.
✓ Availability
confirmed within 48 business hours
✓ Booking managed by a speaker bureau
✓ Fee and contract confirmed in writing
✓ Booking managed by a speaker bureau
✓ Fee and contract confirmed in writing