Entrepreneur · Keynote Speaker · Podcaster

Naomi Simson — big ideas, delivered with heart.

One of Australia’s most recognised entrepreneurs helps leaders and teams stay bold, human and relevant in a world being reshaped by AI — on stage, on air, and in the boardroom.

Order of Australia Medal (OAM) Shark Tank Australia Bestselling author 2.6M LinkedIn community
Naomi Simson
Most sought-after Australian business speaker
3MMost-followed woman on LinkedIn in Australia

Trusted by the organisations she speaks for

ANZ Commonwealth Bank Westpac American Express Salesforce SAP Adobe Stripe MYOB Engie Holcim Mortgage Choice Blaze OnDeck
Naomi Simson speaking on stage
About Naomi

A voice leaders trust.

Naomi Simson OAM is one of Australia’s most recognised entrepreneurs and business leaders — a keynote speaker, bestselling author and host of the Handpicked podcast, known to millions from Shark Tank Australia.

From founding RedBalloon to co-founding Big Red Group, she brings decades of building brands and teams to every stage — with a warmth and candour that makes big ideas feel doable.

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Handpicked with Naomi Simson

Honest conversations with people worth hearing.

From the room

What event organisers say.

“Naomi had the room laughing, thinking and taking notes — all at once. Easily our highest-rated keynote.”

Event DirectorNational Leadership Summit

“Warm, sharp and completely relevant to our people. She made AI feel like an opportunity, not a threat.”

Head of PeopleASX-listed company

“Professional from first email to final applause. Our audience is still quoting her weeks later.”

Conference ProducerIndustry Association
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