Keynote speaker Sydney

Andrew Nunn is a Sydney-based keynote speaker and mentalist, specialising in helping leaders think clearly under pressure.

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“Still wondering how he did it.”
OMERS
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“Engaged from start to finish.”
Bounce Inc
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“Elevate your event. Get people talking.”
Cambridge University Press
Andy Nunn speaking on stage

Change what you see. Change what you do.

Andy is trusted to deliver by market leaders, worldwide

Google, KFC, American Express, Stan, Cambridge University Press, Ralph Lauren and EY

Hi, I'm Andy

The biggest barrier to performance isn't AI. It's how we think.

Organisations have invested heavily in AI, yet many still aren't seeing the productivity gains they expected. The missing piece isn't better technology, it's better human judgement.

I combine 10+ years coaching leaders with 25+ years as a professional mentalist to reveal the hidden biases and assumptions that influence every decision.

Audiences don't just hear the science, they experience it. They leave thinking more clearly, making better decisions and taking confident action under pressure.

Because better technology doesn't create better leaders. Better thinking does.

Andy Nunn speaking at a corporate leadership eventBehavioural psychology, experienced live.
“Andy elevated the event, got people talking & left a lasting impression”

Cambridge University Press

Speaker reel

Ideas are remembered when they're experienced.

Andy brings behavioural psychology out of the slide deck and into the room—using live mentalism and audience participation to make better thinking visible.

  • Built for conferences, leadership events and sales sessions
  • High audience participation without putting guests on the spot
  • A polished, practical and memorable keynote experience
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Location & travel
Sydney-based. Travel and production confirmed in your proposal.
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Agreed around your program.
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The keynote experience

Build leaders people want to follow.

Give your leaders the confidence to think clearly, make better decisions and lead through uncertainty.

The Human Advantage

Build leaders people want to follow.

AI can generate answers, but it can't replace human judgement. Andy combines behavioural psychology, live mentalism and 10+ years coaching leaders to help audiences think more clearly when the stakes are highest.

Rather than simply inspiring people, every keynote creates moments that challenge assumptions, build confidence and inspire immediate action.

  • Lead with confidence through uncertainty and change
  • Make better decisions under pressure
  • Challenge assumptions before they become costly mistakes
  • Create lasting mindset shifts audiences remember
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Keynote options

Three immersive keynote experiences.

Designed for senior leaders, executives and high-performing teams navigating change, uncertainty and pressure.

Want to turn these ideas into everyday leadership behaviours? The Leadership Mindset workshop helps leaders think better, coach better and build capability through change and uncertainty.

Andy Nunn presenting a leadership keynote on the KFC conference stage
Leadership & decision-making

The Human Advantage

How to lead teams through uncertainty.

What if disruption isn’t the problem, but the stories we tell ourselves about it?

When the pressure rises, assumptions can start making the decisions. Help your people challenge the story, see their options and choose their next move.

  • Reframe challenges. Turn ‘we can’t’ into ‘what could we try?’
  • Think clearly under pressure. Separate what’s happening from what you’re assuming.
  • Lead through uncertainty. Give your team a clear next step, even when you don’t have every answer.

One framework to use when the next challenge hits:
Catch. Challenge. Change.

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Change & resilience

Wonderfully Uncomfortable

Doing hard things.

We all want to do hard things. So what stops us?

Motivation and discipline will only get us so far. This keynote helps your people reframe challenges, understand their fears and take action before they feel ready. Through experience, we discover what we’re actually capable of.

  • Reframe challenges. Explore a different way to see what’s in front of you.
  • Understand fear. Recognise what holds you back from taking the next step.
  • Do hard things. Take action before you feel ready and discover what you’re capable of.
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Andy Nunn delivering his Seeing Isn’t Believing TEDx talk on the red TEDx stage
Biases & assumptions · TEDx

Seeing Isn’t Believing

Biases and assumptions.

Andy’s TEDx talk

What if you’re not seeing the whole picture?

Our brains fill in the gaps, make quick assumptions and turn a little information into a confident story. Through psychology, mentalism and storytelling, this keynote reveals how easily perception can be shaped, and why seeing differently can change what happens next.

  • Recognise perception and bias. Notice where your mind fills in the gaps.
  • Question influence and misinformation. Challenge the confident story before accepting it.
  • See another perspective. Explore what you might be missing.
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Why Andy

Why event planners choose Andy.

A TEDx speaker, leadership coach and mentalist who helps audiences rethink how they respond to pressure, uncertainty and change.

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Interactive, not passive

Audiences do not just hear the ideas. They experience them live through participation, mentalism and audience-wide experiments.

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10+ years coaching leaders

Real-world experience developing senior leaders, sales teams and high performers across corporate environments.

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TEDx speaker

Trusted to share ideas on perception, human behaviour and decision-making beyond the conference stage.

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25+ years on stage

Thousands of live performances have shaped a keynote style that is polished, engaging and memorable.

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Built around your event

Every keynote is tailored to your audience, event theme, business challenges and desired outcomes.

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Practical and memorable

Audiences leave with useful insights they can apply, delivered through experiences they remember.

A simple process

How it works.

Check availability, choose the right keynote experience and shape it around your event.

Step 01

Check availability

  • Send a few event details
  • Get a fast response
  • Receive clear pricing and options

Step 02

Choose your keynote style

Andy has performed at 1000+ events and can adapt the experience to:

  • Event opener
  • Conference closer
  • After dinner keynote
  • Leadership or sales session

Step 03

The keynote

  • Practical takeaways
  • Interactive psychological illusions
  • Psychology and human behaviour
  • Audience participation
  • Clear links to your event theme
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  • Quick response
  • Clear pricing
  • Trusted by global brands

Event planner essentials

Frequently asked questions.

Planning a conference, leadership event, sales session or gala dinner? Here are the key things to know before booking Andy Nunn.

What makes Andy Nunn different from other keynote speakers?

Andy does not just talk about psychology, mindset and decision-making. He shows the audience how their minds work in real time. Through live mentalism, behavioural psychology and audience interaction, Andy reveals how people make assumptions, miss information, follow patterns and build beliefs. Unlike many entertainers who speak or speakers who entertain, Andy combines more than 10 years of leadership and coaching experience with 25+ years of professional stage performance.

What is a mentalist?

A mentalist is a performer who creates the illusion of mind reading using psychology, observation, suggestion, memory and influence. Andy does not claim to read minds. He uses mentalism to reveal something more useful: how people think, make decisions and respond under pressure.

What business experience does Andy bring to his keynotes?

Before becoming a full-time keynote speaker, Andy spent more than 10 years coaching senior leaders, developing sales teams and leading people across technology companies and high-growth businesses. This real-world business experience means his keynotes are practical, relevant and grounded in the challenges leaders face every day.

What is Andy’s keynote about?

Andy’s keynotes explore how people think, decide and perform under pressure, uncertainty and change. Using behavioural psychology, mentalism and audience-wide experiments, he helps people recognise hidden assumptions, challenge limiting beliefs and make better decisions.

Is Andy suitable for leadership and sales teams?

Yes. Andy regularly works with leadership teams, sales organisations and high-performing professionals. His keynotes focus on decision-making, influence, perception, trust, adaptability and performance under pressure — making them highly relevant for both leaders and sales teams.

Can Andy customise the keynote for our event?

Yes. Every keynote is tailored to your audience, event theme and business objectives. Andy can align the session around leadership, change, uncertainty, resilience, decision-making, AI disruption, sales performance or your conference theme.

How much does a keynote speaker cost?

Keynote fees vary depending on the event, audience size, location, travel requirements, preparation needed, time of year and Andy’s availability. Andy works with organisations across Australia and internationally, and his calendar often books well in advance. For that reason, keynote pricing is tailored to the event rather than listed as a fixed public fee. Every proposal includes a clear fixed quote, so you know exactly what is included before making a decision. The quickest way to get accurate pricing is to send through your event date, location, audience size, event goals and the type of keynote experience you are looking for.

How do we book Andy for our event?

Simply send through your event date, location, audience size and event goals. Andy will confirm availability, recommend the best keynote format and provide clear pricing so you can make a confident decision.

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Watch Andy Nunn's TEDx talk

Seeing isn't always believing.

In this TEDx talk, Andy explores how beliefs shape perception, why the mind is easy to deceive, and how we can become more vigilant about what we accept as real.

  • Belief, bias and perception
  • Scams, misinformation and critical thinking
  • Why seeing is not always believing
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Trusted by 1,000+ event planners.

Andy Nunn | Speaker & Mentalist

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“If you’re looking for someone who will elevate your event, get people talking, and leave a lasting impression, Andy is a great speaker to have. Highly recommend!”
Christine Devine · Cambridge University Press · Google review
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“Andy Nunn was a standout at the BOUNCEinc 2026 Conference. His humour, quick wit, magic and practical frameworks had our entire team engaged from start to finish.”
Alishia Francis · BOUNCE Inc · Google review
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“What an incredible presenter. He challenged our organisation’s way of thinking by showing us the impact our mind has on our performance, outcomes and relationships.”
Charlotte Pascoe · Stockdale & Leggo · Google review
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“Andy was incredibly engaging and the staff walked away feeling enthralled, inquisitive and satisfied with the last session of the day.”
Kevin · Bunnik Tours · Google review
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Bring energy, insight and unforgettable audience interaction.

For your next conference, keynote or corporate event. Just check availability, pricing and the best fit for your event.

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