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Talking Heads ICMI Celebrity Speakers are high-profile people representing a wide variety of pursuits, interests and industries. From the entertainment field to the sporting field, THICMI’s celebrity speakers have personality-plus and many are also accomplished MCs.

If you want a speaker who can capture audience attention with stories from lived experience, then our list of celebrity speakers has the personality who is right for you and your event.

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Speaker Emily Barclay Speaker Emily Barclay
Emily Barclay is having one of those careers other actor’s dream of. She has performed in a wide variety of film and television roles, she shot her first film In My Fathers Den when she was just 18.
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Speaker Zoe Bell Speaker Zoe Bell
Zoë Bell is set to star in the Untitled Zoë Bell Project for Senator Entertainment. Her role, as a U.S. soldier adrift after returning home from a tour of duty in Iraq who decides to help a young girl, now marks the second of the two starring roles that were written specifically for her. She will also join the cast of Lost for a 3-episode arc for the series’ highly anticipated fourth season, and will star opposite Gerard Butler in the upcoming thriller, Game.
Speaker Manu Bennett Speaker Manu Bennett
Manu Bennett is a lead actor with a magnetic screen presence. He is well known in Australia and New Zealand and has been a leading man in many film and television productions.
Speaker Teulia Blakely Speaker Teulia Blakely
A major role in one of New Zealand’s most successful movies ever, several years presenting her own live prime time show on music television, a marquee broadcaster on breakfast and drive time radio, and she’s been named one of the country’s most promising playwrights - there’s no doubt that Teuila Blakely is a major talent.		 Speaker Dominic Bowden Speaker Dominic Bowden
Dominic Bowden has been at the forefront of New Zealand television for the past 7 years. He has graced the covers of magazines, hosted his own highly successful national radio show and has interviewed everyone from Bon Jovi and Coldplay to Will Smith and Keanau Reeves. But it was the opportunity to be involved in the coveted New Zealand version of American Idol that has made him a household name.
Speaker Jon Bridges Speaker Jon Bridges
TV presenter, comedian, author, cyclist and funbo! Jon is American born, raised in Palmerston North and now living in Auckland. This diverse upbringing is a fantastic source for Jon to draw his broadcasting ideas from, and gives Jon a great perspective on New Zealand culture in the modern world.		 Speaker Geraldine Brophy Speaker Geraldine Brophy
Geraldine is most remembered as the effervescent Moira Crombie from NZ’s best loved drama Shortland Street which she played for five years from 1997 to 2001.
Speaker John Cocks Speaker John Cocks
John “Cocksy” Cocks, father of three girls, builder, rugby player, fisherman, diver, surfer, all round kiwi bloke, is best known to TV viewers as "Cocksy" on TV2's My House, My Castle. 		Speaker Shane Cortese Speaker Shane Cortese
Shane has gained celebrity status in New Zealand for his roles in Shortland Street, So You Think You Can Dance, Outrageous Fortune – Series, II & III, Burying Brian and for dancing his way into the hearts of the nation with Dancing with the Stars.
Speaker Nerida Cortese Speaker Nerida Cortese
Originally from Australia, Nerida is a vibrant, energetic, and bubbly personality who has been dancing for most of her life. Nerida has represented New Zealand and Australia internationally in Dancesport Competitions in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany and Latvia for the World Latin and Ten Dance events.		 Speaker Tina Cross Speaker Tina Cross
Tina Cross is a New Zealand icon who conquers every genre she tackles. As a Song Contest winner, Recording Artist, TV Entertainer and Musical Theatre Diva, Tina is truly a Leading Lady of New Zealand Entertainment.
Speaker Marc Ellis Speaker Marc Ellis
Sportsman, Businessman, Entertainer. It is hard to pigeon hole Marc Ellis. Already well known in rugby loving New Zealand through his exploits as an All Black and Warrior, Marc’s forays into Television brought him a high profile. 		Speaker Ian Ferguson Speaker Ian Ferguson
In the same manner as many other aspiring young New Zealanders, Ian began his successful and rewarding sporting career with school-boy representative rugby and running honours. Ian is the first and only New Zealander to win three Gold Medals at one Olympic Games.
Speaker Michael Galvin Speaker Michael Galvin
Michael Galvin is amongst the original cast members of Shortland Street, appearing as Chris Warner in the very first episode on 25 May 1992. Michael is a talented actor, writer and singer, having been demonstrated by his on-screen alter-ego Chris Warner in many Shortland Street talent quests and musicals.		 Speaker Sir Bob Geldof Speaker Sir Bob Geldof
Humanitarian, pop star, broadcaster and businessman
Speaker Nigel Godfrey Speaker Nigel Godfrey
Creative Director of Eureka Productions Limited, Nigel is well respected as a Director, Producer, Actor, Presenter and MC. He has worked in film and television for over 20 years including work with the BBC, Thames Television and all major networks on both sides of the Tasman. 		Speaker Jason Gunn Speaker Jason Gunn
From his early starring roles as a teenager the multi-talented Dancing with the Stars’ host has endeared himself to a nation of fans of all ages. At the completion of his breakthrough musical/comedy theatre tour as Adrian Mole, Jason landed a six-week contract in the TVNZ children’s department and never looked back.
Speaker Martin Henderson Speaker Martin Henderson
Born and raised in Auckland, Martin was introduced to acting when the local television program Strangers held an open casting call at his school. He was cast in the series at the age of 13, and has been acting professionally ever since. He went on to star in the New Zealand drama series Shortland Street for three years, winning a New Zealand Television and Film Award in the category of Best Male Dramatic Performance in a Television Show in 1993. 		Speaker Peter Hillary Speaker Peter Hillary
People are inspired by great adventure. And the name Hillary is synonymous with adventure. Peter Hillary is a powerful and dynamic speaker who takes his audience “with him” on one of his many extraordinary experiences: to the summit of Mt Everest; traversing Antarctica to the South Pole; feeding a pod of sharks; or making a terrifying descent of K2 down a vast vertical rock face in a vicious storm. He connects such dramatic achievements to the challenges faced by individuals and teams who are striving for excellence, coping with change, or overcoming obstacles in their own fields.
Speaker Brendan Horan Speaker Brendan Horan
Although most recently known as the TV One Weatherman, Brendan Horan has many strings to his bow. An experienced MC, Singer, Entertainer and Guest Speaker, Brendan brings a multi-faceted talent that appeals to many occasions.		 Speaker Tanya Horo Speaker Tanya Horo
Tanya Horo, vocalist and co-writer of the indie/electronic group Soma For Kinder would have happily spent decades listening to Bjork and singing sombre lullabies had she not moved to Sydney on a whim and been found and corrupted by Jono Ma and his love of "wintery" electronic grooves, brain-washing computers and noisy processed guitars. Soma For Kinder are currently working in the studio on their forth coming album. They started out one night after a bottle of red wine and records.
Speaker Shane Jacobson Speaker Shane Jacobson
Well-known from his memorable character performance in "Kenny", Shane Jacobson's comedic career has been on the rise since the age of 10.		 Speaker Phil Keoghan Speaker Phil Keoghan
Phil Keoghan is best known for his role as host of Jerry Bruckheimer's television show, The Amazing Race, which has earned him five Emmy Awards and is now in its 12th season.
Speaker Jayne Kiely Speaker Jayne Kiely
Jayne Kiely's sporting career saw her represent New Zealand in the 1986 and 1990 Commonwealth Games for the long jump. In 1991 she competed in the World Track and Field Championships in Tokyo and in the Indoor World Track and Field Championships in Seville, Spain.		 Speaker David Kirk Speaker David Kirk
David Kirk has made his mark in diverse fields. But to many New Zealanders he will always be rugby's golden boy, the man who led the All Blacks to their only World Cup victory over France in 1987.
Speaker Ruud Kleinpaste Speaker Ruud Kleinpaste
Natural history has always been Ruud's passion: from an early age he possessed binoculars and chased birds in a wide range of habitats. After high school, Ruud enrolled at Wageningen University, where he gained an MSc honours degree in silviculture, animal ecology and conservation, while managing to travel extensively around Europe and farther afield. 		Speaker Ken Laban Speaker Ken Laban
Ken Laban is one of New Zealand's leading sports commentators with an extensive background in rugby union, rugby league and several other sports that he has commentated for over a broadcasting career spanning 20 years.
Speaker Nathaniel Lees Speaker Nathaniel Lees
Nathaniel Lees, best known for his role as Captain Mifune in The last two movies in the Matrix trilogy and his role as Uglúk in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers		 Speaker Phillip Leishman Speaker Phillip Leishman
Phillip Leishman is one of New Zealand’s true broadcasting legends. His award-winning career behind the microphone began in 1970 and his smooth delivery and professionalism quickly promoted him as a radio and TV favourite.
Speaker Zoe Lucker Speaker Zoe Lucker
Yorkshire-born Zoe Lucker has become a familiar face on our televisions screens through recent years in dramas Loose Woman, Holby City, Trial & Retribution IV, Barabara, Brazen Hussies and Coronation Street, where she played Sonia Leech, owner of the beauty parlour where Raquel worked. 		Speaker Toni Marsh Speaker Toni Marsh
She’s inspired a nation of weather fans with her warm smile and sultry looks. But TV3’s favourite forecaster Toni Marsh also has razor-sharp book smarts to complement her most obvious talents.
Speaker Gary McCormick Speaker Gary McCormick
Gary McCormick is one of New Zealand’s most popular celebrities. He is a radio presenter and commentator, comic, poet, television presenter and corporate speaker. Gary is best known for his long-running documentary series ‘Heartland’.		 Speaker Ben Mitchell Speaker Ben Mitchell
Benjamin Mitchell, most well known for his role as heart throb young doctor, TK Samuels in Shortland Street was once a semi-pro boxer and a keen martial arts practitioner. Ben could have made a lucrative career as a personal trainer with the Auckland Blues and North Harbour rugby team members amongst his clientele – however, fate intervened and he decided to give acting a shot.
Speaker Tom Mullholland Speaker Tom Mullholland
Can you turn your life around simply by changing your mind? Dr Tom did. Through his experience he created a toolkit for you to make the crucial changes in your thinking that will change the outcome of most situations and not just in times of crisis. 		Speaker Tawera Nikau Speaker Tawera Nikau
Tawera is one of New Zealand’s most successful professional athletes. He made his name in the highly competitive world of rugby league, playing with South Auckland club Otahuhu before starting his professional career in England where he played with Castleford Tigers, Sheffield and Warrington.
Speaker Louise Pagonis Speaker Louise Pagonis
Louise Pagonis is one of the best known presenters from TVNZ and an accomplished MC and guest speaker. 		Speaker Rawiri Paratene Speaker Rawiri Paratene
Rawiri gained international acclaim for his performance as Koro in the iconic New Zealand feature Whale Rider. But Rawiri is more than just an actor – thirty five years in the entertainment industry has seen Rawiri also receive praise as a writer, director, producer and tutor in Theatre, Television, Radio and Film.
Speaker Craig Parker Speaker Craig Parker
Craig Parker is one of New Zealand's best known actors, having become a household name for his role as Guy Warner for four years, in the popular long-running drama series Shortland Street. He has recently reappeared in Shortland Street.		 Speaker Suzanne Paul Speaker Suzanne Paul
A household name who has gone from rags to riches, from bankruptcy to winning Dancing with the Stars, to re-launching herself with the hugely successful Natural Glow which made her original fortune. An inspirational speaker who can motivate sales forces and individuals to never give up.
Speaker Greer Robson Speaker Greer Robson
For well over 25 years, Greer Robson has been a well-known face in New Zealand, having made her TV debut at two years of age, and her film career kicking off at the age of nine, starring in the classic, Smash Palace with Bruno Lawrence.		 Speaker Tom Scott Speaker Tom Scott
Tom Scott, one of New Zealand's greatest characters, commenced his academic career studying to be a vet and ended up with a degree in anatomy and philosophy.
Speaker Hilary Timmins Speaker Hilary Timmins
Needing almost no introduction at all Hilary Timmins is a household name in New Zealand, known for many top television shows including It’s In The Bag and currently hosting Saturday and Wednesday night’s live Lotto and Big Wednesday draw.		 Speaker Taupanakohe Tocker Speaker Taupanakohe Tocker
Introducing Taupunakohe Tocker – one of the presenters on the award-winning children’s series Pūkana on Maori Television.
Speaker David Wikaira- Paul Speaker David Wikaira- Paul
David Wikaira-Paul seems to have grown up on Shortland Street. At the time of joining the Street, he had already completed a year of tertiary education at Northland Polytechnic, graduating in 2000 with a Certificate in Applied Arts, Music and Drama. 		Speaker Kerre Woodham Speaker Kerre Woodham
Kerre Woodham is the host of the number one night-time talk show in New Zealand, NewsTalk ZB and also hosts ZB's Sunday morning current affairs/lifestyle show, Kerre's Cafe.
Speaker Renee Wright Speaker Renee Wright
Renee can not quite boast she was born in front of the camera; however she didn’t waste any time. At 18 months Renee crawled her way in front of the camera on a set her mother was working on - the producers loved it and the rest as they say, is history.
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