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Tom O'Toole still manages to invoke passion and commitment into any company he speaks to. Tom loves to talk and share his message and will even pay his own flights across to NZ. He recently spoke at the Avanti Conference and just take a look at what they had to say about him.

Hi Shane

Sorry for the delayed reply but thanks so much for all your help with getting Tom organised for us.  Wow - he was fantastic and the feedback from our dealers was extremely positive.  I have never seen a group of over 200 people actually sitting bolt upright and totally spellbound by his presentation.  It was awesome.  This conference was my sixth with Avanti and it was the first presentation I had managed to attend and it was something I will take away with me as an absolute highlight.  Tom has the ability to deliver life’s messages with such conviction, belief and simplicity that you come away buzzing about just how easy it can be if you look at things in a simple way.  Don’t put up the obstacles, clear the barriers and it is yours for the taking.  We have been busy quoting his one liners at work all week!

The dealers were delighted to received a personalised signed copy of his book too - another highlight for them.  Also it was just fabulous having Tom share the day with us, come to lunch and dinner that evening as well.

Once again thank you Shane and look forward to working with you again in the future.
Kind Regards
Amanda Till
Sponsorship and Events Manager NZ

Call THICMI to talk about the feasibility in bringing Tom over to talk to your company.

So who are some of New Zealand's best speakers?

Oscar Kightley - Critically acclaimed writer, actor, director and television presenter well known for his comedy work, particularly with The Naked Samoans. Outstanding after dinner speaker and MC.

Debbie Mayo-Smith - Email, Internet, Search Engine Optimisation, Increasing Profitability and Productivity. You'll always have great return on investment with Debbie's time management, productivity and database marketing presentations.

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 insperational speaker who can motivate sales forces and individuals to never give up.

Eric Rush - Iconic Kiwi Rugby Union player and one of the very best sports speakers in New Zealand

John Shackleton - Successful businessman, International sports coach, Property developer, British masters swimming champion, Executive coach to CEO’s. John Shackleton became one of Europe’s top inspirational speakers after achieving success in many areas.

Sean D'Souza - Is the driving force behind "PsychoTactics", and an expert on using an understanding psychology to dramatically increase sales.

Peter Hillary - People are inspired by great adventure.  And the name Hillary is synonymous with adventure. 

John Anderson - At the age of 22 took 25 Pounds, an idea and created a new product, an international brand name that is now a $300 Million plus business. It is an incredible story.

Jason Gunn - Household name and star of countless top rating television shows including Dancing with the Stars. Jason is co-producer of many successful television shows through Whitebait Productions.

What about Australia's best Speakers?

Through THIMCI's partnership with Australia's largest Speakers Bureau, ICMI, THICMI has direct access to Australia's very best speakers:

Shane Jacobson - Best known for his portral as "Kenny", Shane is now considered as one of the great Austrlain actors. He is an excellent speaker and MC.

Tom O'Toole - Arguably Australia's most in deman business motivational speaker, Tom's business success story has captured the minds of thousands of Australians.

Adam Elliot - Oscar Award winning Director Adam Elliot is one of the most entertaining motivational speakers you will ever here.

Dr Keith Suter - Is considered as one of the great future thinkers of our time and a member of one of the most prestigious think tanks in the World, The Club of Rome.

Homer Papantonio - Looking for a corporate imposter to entertain your conference delegates? Australia's best is Homer Papantonio. His unique ability to fool audiences into believing he is someone else, has led him to become of the most booked conference speakers in Australia today.

In September 2009, ICMI Speakers & Entertainers partnered with Talking Heads Ltd (to the successful actor/celebrity management agency Karen Kay Management) to create Talking Heads ICMI (THICMI), New Zealand's newest Speaking Bureau/Entertainers Agency.

ICMI is Australasia’s largest Speakers & Entertainers Bureau with over 20 years experience in providing talent solutions for conferences & events in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.

ICMI Managing Director Barry Markoff said The business events industry in New Zealand is growing steadily and we have been looking to create a partnership with an existing speakers agency like Talking Heads. Talking Heads, like ICMI have been in the business for many years and we felt the combined experience would offer a lot of value to clients".

ICMI have been involved in thousands of events over the years including providing some of the biggest speakers in the world like Mikhail Gorbachev, Dr David Suzuki, General Norman Schwarzkopf, Sir Bob Geldof, Jack Welch, Kenichi Ohmae, Edward De Bono, Tom Peters or John Gray (Mars Venus).

Talking Heads ICMI provides Speakers, Entertainers, MC’s and Facilitators, and also provides outstanding Team Building Activities and Themed Entertainment packages, making Talking Heads ICMI the only truly "one stop shop" for all your conference and special event needs.

As the largest business of it type in the Region Talking Heads ICMI and ICMI provide local expertise and advice from the most experienced team of professionals in the industry. Operating for over twenty years the group is involved in over 3,500 corporate events annually. 

Talking Heads ICMI has an extensive range of comedians, bands, MC's and entertainers for your Christmas Events. A couple of ideas include:

Some of our wonderful entertainers include:

Rhys Darby - Is the genre-breaking, boundary leaping comic genius from New Zealand.

Bill & Ben - AKA Jamie ‘Bill’ Linehan and Ben ‘Ben’ Boyce are the hosts/creators of multi award winning comedy series, ‘Pulp Sport’.

Craig Parker - One of New Zealand's foremost film and television actors featuring in films such as Underworld - Rise of the Lycans, Lord of the Rings - Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers, as well as many well known television series. Much sought after MC and well known for debates and theatresports.

Dominic Bowden - has been at the forefront of New Zealand television for many years.

Michele A'Court - Without doubt one of the funniest women in New Zealand. A great stand-up comic and excellent MC.

Brendhan Lovegrove - Arguably the most dangerously talented standup comedian on stage today.

Shane Cortese -  Shane is constantly in demand for public appearances as a celebrity guest speaker, MC, or lead singer with the outstanding rock n' roll band 'Class of '58' which has performed sold out tours around New Zealand.

Debbie Harwood - has made a lasting impact on the New Zealand music scene as a singer and isavailable to sing with her Band of Gold, solo, or with Shane Cortese and the Class of ‘58. She is also available to MC events.

Jason Gunn - Household name and star of countless top rating television shows including Dancing with the Stars. Jason is co-producer of many successful television shows through Whitebait Productions.

Room2Groove - Room2Groove’s all-inclusive and vast musical repertoire includes jazz and swing classics, 50's rock and roll, blues, 60's soul, 70's disco, 80's and 90's club classics pop and chart hits from the 21st Century.

What about an act from Australia?

Two of Australia's best are:

Raymond Crowe - Featured on the David Letterman Show and The Royal Comand Variey performance for the Quuen, Ray is the number one comedy magic act in Australia.

Tom Berger - Looking for an act that we ensure your audience talks about the event for years to come? Tom Berger is one of the World's only "Perceptionists".

Talking Heads ICMI has access to the very best entertainers from Australia via our sister company ICMI Speakers & Entertainers.

Looking for ideas for your next conference or event?

If you are looking to get great Speaker, Entertainer, MC or Teambuilding Ideas for your next conference or event, please spend a minute or two looking at the THICMI website. It is packed full of ideas, gathered over many years.

If you are having difficulty deciding, why not call one of our  consultants on (+64) 9 489 8180 . They will take a detailed brief and provide you with suitable recommendations.