Speaking & Thought Leadership

An Industry Voice.
A Seat at the Table.

Tessie brings a rare combination of creative expertise, business acumen, and educational insight to conference stages, panel discussions, and industry forums. Conference organisers, industry bodies, and media are welcome to reach out.

Topic Area

The Business of Events

  • Building a profitable event career

  • Pricing, positioning and profit

  • Business strategy for creatives

Topic Area

The African Events Industry

  • The future of events in Africa

  • Professionalising the industry

  • Education & standards

  • Scaling across markets

Topic Area

Luxury Design & Client Experience

  • Luxury event design principles

  • Elevating client experience

  • Design-led event thinking

Formats & Availability

Keynote Speaker

Headline addresses for industry conferences, business summits, and professional associations — UK and internationally.

Panel Discussions

Contributing expert perspective to curated panels on event industry trends, entrepreneurship, and Africa's creative economy.

Podcast & Media

Available for podcast interviews, radio features, and broadcast segments on events, design, and building a business as a creative.

Masterclasses

Facilitated half-day and full-day sessions for event businesses, associations, and corporate teams seeking a strategic edge.

Conference Organisers & Industry Bodies

Invite Tessie to Speak at Your Event

Tessie speaks to audiences of founders, creative professionals, and aspiring event industry leaders. Her sessions are practical, authoritative, and grounded in real experience across two continents.