WHaT MaRk BriNGS TO THE SToRYTELLING TaBLE
FROM SPEAKING AND MASTERCLASSES TO AN AWARD-WINNING BOOK, DIVE INTO THE SERVICES OF YOUR TRUSTED COMMUNICATION EXPERT.
SPEAKING
Inspiring keynotes that help you and your team connect, engage and inspire others to act.
Mark’s ability to connect quickly with any audience, combined with his highly engaging, personal and humorous delivery style, makes him the perfect inspiring conference opener or memorable closing speaker.
Mark regularly speaks to Fortune 500 companies, global conferences, annual company all-staff meet-ups, leadership summits, team offsites, employee retreats and top business schools around the world.
“Mark LerUSTE IS SUCH a GooD SPEAKeR THAT WE HaVE RECRuITED HIM FOR THReE EVENTS IN LEsS THaN TWO YEArS.”
-Bridget Shine, Chief Executive, Independent Publishers Guild
MASTERCLASS
In-depth interactive masterclasses that transform how leaders communicate, influence and inspire others through authentic storytelling.
Mark’s masterclasses equip leaders and teams with practical storytelling tools they can apply immediately. Each highly interactive session blends engaging stories, proven frameworks and real-world exercises that help participants craft messages that move people to action.
Trusted by global brands and top organisations, Mark’s transformative sessions have empowered thousands of professionals to communicate with clarity, confidence and purpose, from the boardroom to the front lines.
“Mark’s MASTERCLaSSES WeREN’T JUST MOTIVATIONAL, THEY WERE ALSO BRiMMING WITH ACTIoNABLE TECHNiQUES THAT HAVE SiNCE BECoME INTEGRAL TO OUR WoRK.”
-Lily Satterthwaite, Regional Lead, Microsoft
COACHING
Personalised executive coaching that helps leaders communicate with clarity, confidence and impact.
Over the last decade, Mark has helped hundreds of leaders transform the way they communicate and cut through the noise so they can unite teams, increase their influence, and drive organisational success.
Through highly practical one-on-one or small-group sessions, Mark helps leaders uncover their authentic voice, craft compelling stories and communicate with purpose.
His coaching is trusted by senior executives, emerging leaders and entrepreneurs who want to lead with credibility and inspire action at every level.
“MaRK WAS AN EXCePTIONAL THOuGHT-PARTNeR, COACH AND MENToR WHO HeLPED ME DEVeLOP THE VISiON AND COMPELLING NaRRATIVE BEHIND OUR THREE-YEaR STRATeGY, SUCCeEDING IN GETTING THE ORGANiSATION FIRED-UP AND EXCITED BY THE NEXT STaGE IN OUR TRANSFoRMATION.”
-Chris Schulze-Melander, CEO Europe, Ecover + Method
HOSTING
Engaging event hosting that brings conversations and audiences to life.
Drawing on a decade of experience hosting the award-winning The Unconventionalists podcast and speaking on stages around the world, Mark brings energy, empathy, and ease to every event he hosts. Whether it’s a fireside chat, panel discussion, or full-day conference, Mark knows how to connect with guests, guide meaningful conversations and keep audiences fully engaged from start to finish.
Known for his natural warmth, quick wit and ability to create space for honest dialogue, Mark ensures that every session delivers both inspiration and actionable insights making him the perfect choice for organisations that want their events to feel as impactful as they are enjoyable.
“MARK TOOK THE TIME TO UNDERSTAND OUR CONTEXT AND THE CHALLENGES WE FACE, MAKING AN ALREADY IMPACTFUL SESSION FEEL EVEN MORE PERSONAL AND RELEVANT.”
-Megan Chase, Head of Leadership, Talent & Culture, Experian
THE BOok
A bestselling guide to using your personal story to connect, inspire and stand out in your industry.
In his award-winning book Glow in the Dark (Hachette UK), Mark Leruste reveals how sharing your personal story can transform your business and change your life.
Through powerful examples and practical tools, Mark shows leaders how to find the courage to embrace vulnerability, connect authentically and communicate their story with impact, whether you’re leading a team, pitching clients, or speaking on stage.
Praised by readers and global thought leaders alike, including New York Times bestselling author Nir Eyal, Glow in the Dark has become an essential read for anyone who wants to turn their story into their superpower and shine a light that inspires others to act.
“MaRK’S ADVICE IS PRACTiCAL AND CoMPELLING. A MuST-READ FOR ENTRePRENEURS AND BuSINESS LEADERS..”
-Scott Harrison, CEO and Founder, charity:water
THE TEDx TALK
A raw and inspiring talk that reveals the truth behind the entrepreneurial journey.
In his powerful TEDx talk, Mark pulls back the curtain on the myths of entrepreneurship and exposes the unspoken struggles behind building a business. With honesty, humour and heart, he challenges the glossy image of success and reminds founders and leaders that vulnerability, not perfection, is what truly connects and inspires others.
Viewed over 1.3 million times and named the #1 TED Talk every entrepreneur should watch by Steven Bartlett, host of The Diary of a CEO, Mark’s message has resonated with entrepreneurs, leaders, and creatives worldwide, helping them embrace authenticity, find meaning in their work, and lead with courage.
THE PoDCAST
A chart-topping, award-winning podcast that explores how unconventional leaders turn their stories into movements that inspire.
With more than 200,000 downloads, The Unconventionalists is an award-winning podcast uncovering the origin stories behind bold thinkers and purpose-driven leaders who dared to do things differently. Each episode feels like eavesdropping on an honest conversation between old friends, as host Mark Leruste uses his warm, curious style to draw out raw insights and moments of radical honesty.
Featuring world-class guests including Nir Eyal, Donald Miller, Sarah Knight, Noah Kagan, Danielle LaPorte, and Paul Jarvis, the show has become a go-to resource for leaders who want to communicate authentically, build purpose-driven brands and make people genuinely care about what they stand for.
