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About Australian Speakers Bureau
Mission
The Australian Speakers Bureau is here to serve businesses and associations looking for a speaker, trainer, facilitator or entertainer. We work with the top companies in the meetings, conference and convention planning industry. We offer the best speakers from Australia and around the world to bring the client the best possible outcome for their event.
The Australian Speakers Bureau was created by Patrick Sweeney. Patrick has been a successful business person not only in the past 5 years as Managing Director of Australian Speakers Bureau but also as previous Owner/Director of recruitment company Integrated Workforce.
Patrick developed a close relationship with trainers and speakers who made it clear they felt there was an opportunity for a highly customer focused bureau in Australia.
Patrick Sweeney - Managing Director
Based in the Perth office, Patrick's vision is for the Australian Speakers Bureau to create a WOW result for all of our client's events.
Helene Greenham - General Manager
Based in the South Melbourne office, Helene Greenham has 6 years experience working within the speaking industry. She has worked closely with many high profiles speakers, managing their various professional speaking engagements. Helene also has extensive experience within the corporate sector advising and assisting clients in assuring the best speaker is chosen to make their event a memorable success.
In addition, Helene worked for The Institute of Chartered Accountants in their CPE Continuing Professional Education Department for seven years working closely with committees, organising events and major conferences.
Simone Pipito - Senior Consultant
Simone joins us here at ASB with over 13 years experience in the event/speaker industry. Her eye for program design and detail, along with speaker/entertainer knowledge will ensure that the right person is engaged for your event/function. Simone is committed to providing excellent customer service and helping clients achieve their outcomes. She is able to tailor speaker proposals and work with you to create special themes and ideas.
Jason Kidger - Business Development Manager
Jason comes to ASB having serviced the corporate, government, private and retail sectors over the past 15 years. As Business Development Manager, Jason showcases a strong marketing and public relations background. He has extensive customer service experience, is focused and committed to ensuring your needs come first.
Australian Speakers Bureau is Different
The Australian Speakers Bureau identifies with you. Managing Director Patrick Sweeney was at one time in the same shoes as you. As an Owner/Director of a large recruitment company, Patrick was in charge of organising talent for the company’s annual conference.
Patrick has kept in mind all the things that were important to him when attempting to organise an event so he knows your challenges and how you feel. This has helped Australian Speakers Bureau become a huge success story after just 5 short years.
Patrick and his staff know how to find the best talent for your event. Get back to your core business and let us offer fantastic suggestions and make your life just a bit easier!
International Association of Speakers Bureaus
Australian Speakers Bureau is proud to be a member of the International Association of Speakers Bureaus.
National Speakers Association of Australia
Australian Speakers Bureau is proud to be a bureau member of the National Speakers Association of Australia.
International Special Events Society
Australian Speakers Bureau is proud to be a member of the International Special Events Society.
Meetings & Events Australia
Australian Speakers Bureau is proud to be a member of Meetings & Events Australia.
More Information?
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Privacy Statement
Australian Speakers Bureau is committed to the protection of your personal information. Australian Speakers Bureau only collects personal information from you that is necessary to perform its functions or if it is necessary by law. The personal information Australian Speakers Bureau collects is used to help find the best speaker for your event.
The information Australian Speakers Bureau collects from you is strictly confidential. Australian Speakers Bureau will not reveal, disclose, sell, rent or pass that information on to any third parties unless by your request. If Australian Speakers Bureau should wish to disclose any of the personal information other than as set out above, we will not do so unless we have your express consent.
Australian Speakers Bureau will collect and maintain your relevant business personal information on our register for the purpose of searching and securing the best speaker for your event.
Australian Speakers Bureau will retain all information as long as you continue to require our services. You may view any personal information held by Australian Speakers Bureau at any time and you may request correction or addition at any time.
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