A Campfire Conversation with Peter Merrett CSP on Craft, Courage and Connection
Pull up a log and join newly awarded Certified Speaking Professional, Peter Merrett CSP, for a lively campfire-style conversation on what it really takes to build a successful speaking career over time - not just win applause, but create a reputation, a body of work, and a business with real staying power.
From chef and multi-award-winning luxury hotelier to keynote speaker, author, and trusted advisor, Peter will share honest reflections on the highs, lows, pivotal turning points, and hard-won lessons that shaped his path.
Rather than a formal presentation, this will be an interactive ask-me-anything session about the real business of speaking, and how craft, courage, and connection can help build a career that stands apart.
Expect practical insight, candid stories, and Peter’s distinctive perspective on building a speaking career with heart, humanity, and meaningful connection.
In this session, we’ll explore:
- How Peter built a speaking brand that is distinctive, human, and memorable.
- The courage it takes to trust your voice and stand apart in a crowded market.
- Lessons learned about positioning, reputation, relationships, and longevity.
- What it really means to build a speaking business with heart, not just hustle.
- The mistakes, surprises, and turning points along the way.
Audience interaction:
Bring your questions for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation and ask Peter absolutely anything about the highs, lows, hard-won lessons, big turning points, and what it really takes to build a speaking career that lasts.
About Peter Merrett CSP
Peter Merrett is a multi-award-winning luxury hotelier, Australia’s 2024 Keynote Speaker of the Year, and the founder of The House of Wonderful.
With more than thirty-five years of experience transforming luxury hotels, commercial properties, and their teams from status quo to best-in-class, Peter helps organisations elevate culture, service, and leadership through heart, humanity, and hospitality.
Peter led his teams to win the United Kingdom’s Hotel of the Year twice, the International Office Building of the Year for Tower 42 in London, and the Best Customer Experience in the World for JLL Australia.
He has captivated audiences in 12 countries across a wide range of industries, including performing on stage across the United States alongside his mentor, Disney University’s former Head of Training, Doug Lipp.
Event Program:
- 5:30pm Dinner/drinks - Hotel Urban (Mercure) St Leonards (please tick and dinner is optional, and at your own cost.)
- 6.45pm Event Doors open at meeting room
- 7:00pm Event Begins
- 7.05pm PSA NSW/ACT President - Marc Bineham
- 7.30pm Networking and Community
- 7.50pm Main Speaker - Peter Merrett CSP
- 8.50pm Photo and final remarks
- 9.00pm Event Conclusion
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