Make Your Event, and Its Conversations, Memorable
The biggest money decisions are rarely just about money. They touch our families, relationships, ambitions and sense of security.
Vanessa Stoykov brings these human stories to the stage, helping audiences see their choices differently and start conversations that can shape what happens next.
An award-winning storyteller, author, global columnist and media entrepreneur, Vanessa draws on more than a quarter of a century in financial services and media. Her keynotes combine compelling storytelling, real-world insight and practical ideas audiences can take into their lives and work.
Whether she’s speaking to a conference, leadership team, workplace or financial services audience, Vanessa shapes each session to the people in the room. The result is more than an inspiring talk: it’s a fresh perspective, a shared conversation and ideas people can act on.
What Vanessa Brings to the Room
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Courageous Conversations: Vanessa on Stage
Vanessa brings real stories and practical tools to every stage, turning complex financial ideas into conversations audiences actually remember and act on.
We wanted a keynote who had energy and charisma. Vanessa brought more than expected through her storytelling and authenticity, while also engaging the audience with ideas they could put into practice straight away.
Head of Marketing, North
One of the most practical and thought-provoking presentations we’ve had.
NSW Government Primary Principals Association
Financial Wellbeing
Money affects far more than the numbers. Vanessa helps audiences understand the behaviours, emotions and conversations behind their financial decisions, giving people practical ways to take greater control of their financial lives.
Her financial wellbeing keynotes combine relatable stories with practical insights that make money feel less overwhelming and more actionable. Topics can be tailored to different audiences, from employees and community groups to financial services organisations and their customers.
Great session and really useful to hear practical ways for us all to increase our financial literacy.
HR Executive, Zurich Financial Services
Vanessa delivered an engaging, practical financial wellbeing session that gave the team useful ways to take control, plan ahead and reduce money stress. She made a difficult topic feel approachable and even enjoyable.
Glencore Australia
Storytelling
In an AI world, information is everywhere. Human connection is the advantage.
Vanessa shows leaders and trusted professionals how to turn complex ideas into stories people understand, remember and act on.
Drawing on decades in media and financial services, she demonstrates how storytelling can build trust, influence decisions and create genuine connection, particularly when the subject matter is complex.
You inspire and lead with honesty, passion and great wit in storytelling.
Head of Wealth Management Investment Solutions, Mercer
The perfect mix of storytelling, humour and practical advice.
Head of HR, GPT Group
The Five Conversations About Money
Some of the most important financial decisions we make begin with a conversation.
Based on Vanessa's internationally published work, this keynote explores the conversations that can fundamentally change our relationship with money, from the stories and beliefs we inherit to the choices we make about relationships, family and our future.
Warm, thought-provoking and practical, it leaves audiences thinking differently about the role money plays in their lives and the conversations they may need to start.
If you want to engage your team, strengthen your message or elevate your business, book her now.
Founder and Facilitator of CEO and Founder Groups
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