Event Planning Resources
Helping Event Organisers and Conferences professionals deliver outstanding experiences for stakeholders
Planning an event is a high‑stakes exercise — you need a speaker who delivers clarity, energy, and impact. Below are resources designed to smooth the process and make your job easier.
BRETT WISKAR – BIO for Event Marketing
BRETT WISKAR – ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S LEADING VOICES ON INNOVATION, EMERGING TECHNOLOGY & THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS
Brett Wiskar is recognised as one of Australia’s most compelling authorities on innovation, digital transformation, and the rapidly evolving future of work. As a futurist, technologist, and business strategist, Brett helps organisations understand the forces reshaping their industries and equips leaders with the tools to navigate — and capitalise on — disruption.
Drawing on more than two decades working at the intersection of technology, commercial strategy and organisational change, Brett has advised companies across sectors including retail, logistics, education, manufacturing, construction, financial services and government. His work blends deep technical understanding with a practical, commercial lens that helps organisations turn emerging technologies into genuine competitive advantage.
A dynamic and engaging speaker, Brett delivers presentations that combine real‑world case studies, cutting‑edge insights, and captivating storytelling. His high‑energy style makes complex concepts accessible, actionable and deeply relevant to audiences. Brett has spoken for audiences across Australia and internationally, working with executive teams, boards, business leaders and industry associations.
He is also a regular media commentator on innovation, AI, and digital disruption.
Known for his clarity, humour and high-impact delivery, Brett leaves audiences inspired, energised and equipped with strategies they can implement immediately to prepare for — and shape — the future.
(NB: This is not the MC introduction. A separate stage introduction document is available.)
BRETT WISKAR – AV Requirements
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Brett’s keynotes are high‑energy, visually rich and highly interactive.
His presentations lean heavily on strong audio, crisp visuals, and a clean stage layout to create an immersive experience for audiences and event partners.
Brett prefers to present slides from the on site laptop integrated with the venue’s AV equipment. This allows for smooth transition between speakers and ensure consistent technology running the entire event.
Presentations typically run from PowerPoint for maximum visual quality, smooth transitions, and reliable embedded video playback.
If PowerPoint is not available and an alternate slide format is required for your event, please notify Brett at least five business days prior so the presentation can be converted and tested.
Technical Requirements
📽️ Visual
- High‑definition projector or LED screen
- Minimum resolution: 1080p (1920 × 1080)
- Please ensure the screen is large enough for audience size and room layout — Brett’s slides are highly visual with fine‑detail imagery.
- Brett’s slides frequently contain small videos with or without audio tracks for the audience to engage with. This is dependent on the presentation and your brief.
- Brett will inform the event organiser in advance of presentation content requiring video and audio playback. This information must be past on to the event’s AV crew to ensure appropriate solutions are in place.
- HDMI input preferred (adapters supplied if required)
- Confidence monitor (not essential but strongly preferred) positioned:
- At stage front
- Showing current slide, next slide, and timer (if supported)
🔊 Audio
- Professional‑quality in‑house PA system
- Audio feed run directly from the presentation laptop to the venue AV to ensure any presentation content incorporated audio is heard within the venue
- Audio check 30–60 minutes before showtime is ideal
- Brett uses embedded video and sound elements — clear audio is essential
🎤 Microphone
Preferred microphone options (in order):
- Headset microphone (Countryman‑style or equivalent)
- Lavalier (lapel) microphone
- Handheld microphone (only if no other option is available)
Brett is highly mobile on stage, so a headset mic provides the best experience.
🖥️ Laptop & Clicker
Brett will bring:
- Windows 11 laptop
- USB‑C or HDMI adaptors
- Backup of the presentation on USB
Presentations are run from the venue’s event laptop and coordinated with the on site AV team.
NOTE: If Brett is required to run the presentation directly from his laptop advance notice is required.
Stage Setup
- Stage area clear of lectern/podium (please remove if possible)
- Space to move freely — Brett uses movement to engage the room
- Two bottles of still, room‑temperature water on stage
- Small table or stool at stage edge (optional) for backups/equipment
- Lighting: bright and even across the front half of the stage to support audience engagement and video recording
- Brett’s preference is to the stage to be clear of podiums or a lectern during the presentation. If one is present for the sessions before or after Brett requests that this be moved to the side of stage where possible.
Run-of-Show & Prep
- Brett is available for a tech check or sound check prior to the event
- If your event uses a stage manager or showcaller, please introduce them ahead of time
- If you’re running multiple speakers, please inform Brett of the schedule so he can coordinate transitions and energy flow with your team
Contact
For any questions regarding technical requirements, stage setup, or presentation format, please contact;
Email: bookings@brettwiskar.com | Phone: 0488 689 042
