Personal Branding & Leadership Showcase

Join an inspiring afternoon of personal branding, leadership and public speaking on the Gold Coast. Hear powerful 10-minute presentations, vote for your favourite speaker and connect with like-minded professionals.

Sunday 23 August 2026 | 01:00 PM

Nerang
Experience a showcase of emerging speakers sharing real stories, business insights and leadership lessons that inspire personal and professional growth.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of leadership, personal branding and public speaking as emerging speakers share powerful stories, business insights and life-changing experiences.

Hosted by Japan's Personal Branding Association (PBA), this international speaking event has empowered speakers and audiences since 2007, with more than 1,800 presentations delivered worldwide.

Each presenter will deliver a compelling 10-minute talk designed to educate, inspire and challenge the way we think about leadership, business, personal growth and community impact. Audience members will have the opportunity to participate in voting, provide feedback and connect with like-minded professionals during the networking session.

Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, professional, student, aspiring speaker or simply interested in personal development, this event offers valuable insights, meaningful conversations and practical ideas you can apply in your own life and career.

What You'll Experience

  • Inspiring 10-minute presentations
  • Leadership and personal development insights
  • Audience participation and voting
  • Networking with professionals and community leaders
  • Local and international guest speakers
  • Complimentary tea and coffee

Featured Topics

  • Reboot the Heart of Your Business
  • Transform Your Greatest Pain into Your Greatest Gift
  • Creating Your Ideal Smile from the Bone Structure Up
  • Calming a Mother's Heart Through the Blue Ink Shodo Experience

Additional presentations may be announced closer to the event.

Who Should Attend?

  • Business owners and entrepreneurs
  • Professionals seeking career growth
  • Coaches, consultants and educators
  • Public speaking enthusiasts
  • Students and emerging leaders
  • Anyone interested in personal development and communication skills

Reserve your free place today and discover how powerful ideas and personal stories can inspire future leaders.

Registration opens at 12pm.

Getting there

Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.

Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.

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