THE TESTIMONIALS:
WHaT OThER LEADeRS ARE SaYING AbOUT MaRk LERuSTE
"Mark’s combination of humour and practical advice made him the most popular speaker we have ever brought in!"
— ROSIE SMITH, HR DIRECTOR, BLACK SWAN DATA
"Mark's talk really resonated with our people and his message struck a chord that has had a lasting impact in our organisation."
— PETE JONES, CEO, NEPTUNE ENERGY
"Incredibly inspiring, sincerely caring and superbly thought-provoking!"
— ANDREA KALAVSKY, HEAD OF PEOPLE, METHOD & ECOVER
"Thank you for your great support and fantastic speech!"
-GERHARD GERNER, CEO, NETCENTRIC
Mark's great energy and engaging delivery captivated our team. His insights into effective communication strategies and storytelling were enlightening and entertaining while also very practical. It really set us up for more impactful communications at CFE. Thank you, Mark, for your outstanding contribution to our retreat!
-LAMIA KAMAL-CHAOUI, DIRECTOR, OECD CENTRE FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP, SMES, REGIONS AND CITIES
"We all know that a good speaker makes all the difference in a successful event. Well, Mark is not only professional... he's also indispensable!"
-CHRIS GUILLEBEAU, NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR & FOUNDER, THE WORLD DOMINATION SUMMIT
“Mark’s highly energised talk was the best way to finish the day! His talk was not only informative but also engaging and entertaining. Mark made the session interactive by encouraging questions and participation making today's event such a fantastic session.”
-LAURA SAINT-LO, DEPUTY DIRECTOR, UK OFFICE, HEC PARIS
“Mark is an engaging speaker with a fantastic message. Good conferences have to both entertain and inform – Mark does both. I’d recommend him for anyone organising an event who doesn’t want to trot out the same dry old corporate claptrap!”
-HOLLY MACKAY, FOUNDER & MD, BORING MONEY
“Mark was amazing! We invited Mark to SDSU to come and speak to our community about the importance of authentic personal storytelling. His talk was to the point, valuable, and impactful! Worth every penny."
-CONGCONG ZHENG, PROFESSOR AND GRADUATE DIRECTOR, FOWLER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY (SDSU)
“Mark's contagious energy, practical insights, and passion for his subject shone through, making him the ideal speaker to enlighten us about the power of storytelling and impactful communication at Microsoft.
His sessions were not just motivational but also brimming with actionable techniques that have since become integral to our approach in presentations and discussions. Mark's commitment to fostering strong communication skills is evident, and his mini-series is an essential tool for anyone aiming to leave a memorable impression through their narrative.
The masterclasses were a resounding success, and I look forward to future collaborations with Mark.”
-LILY SATTERTHWAITE, REGIONAL LEAD, MICROSOFT
"Mark’s session was incredibly engaging, inspiring and full of practical tips. His energetic, fast-paced, authentic and humorous style of delivery managed to keep our audience inspired and captivated throughout. Mark isn’t just a great speaker, he’s also exceptionally human. In a short amount of time, he managed to create a space for people to feel seen, heard and supported. We’re still getting messages from attendees telling us how impactful his session was. He is a force and a joy to work with."
— JANNINE BARDOUILLE, INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY DIRECTOR, NIKE INC
"If you’re looking to engage and inspire your people, book Mark now."
-JUSTIN “JC” COGHLAN, CO-FOUNDER, MOVEMBER FOUNDATION
“Capturing the hearts and minds of 400 experienced leaders? Challenge accepted by Mark Leruste. His closing keynote was as impressive and engaging as you'd expect from a sought-after speaker, but what truly set him apart was the way he partnered with us. Mark took the time to understand our context and the challenges we face, making an already impactful session feel even more personal and relevant. A week later, our leaders are still talking about it, and that’s because Mark has a rare ability to make every audience member feel seen, heard and understood.”
— MEGAN CHASE, HEAD OF LEADERSHIP, TALENT & CULTURE - EMEA AND ASIA PACIFIC, EXPERIAN
"Mark is creating a movement that is igniting the heart of employees and transforming leadership in organisations around the world."
-DAVID ARNOUX, CEO & CO-FOUNDER, GROWTH TRIBE
“Mark did an amazing job, engaging participants, delivering in an energetic and fun way. We all picked up some amazing tips and tricks. Thanks Mark!”
-LISA MANDLA, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, THE PREMIER LEAGUE
“Mark has a contagious, positive energy that immediately connects his audience to their passion and their purpose!”
-DANIEL PRIESTLEY, CEO & CO-FOUNDER, DENT GLOBAL
“Mark Leruste is such a good speaker that we have recruited him for three events in less than two years. Each time he has delivered hugely engaging and thought-provoking content, always in tune with topical challenges and opportunities and always focused on practical guidance that inspires our members to improve the way they work!”
-BRIDGET SHINE, CHIEF EXECUTIVE, INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS GUILD (IPG)
“Mark is an exceptionally gifted speaker who swept away our audience with his inspiring opening talk! It set off fireworks for the rest of the day, helping make our conference a huge success.”
-DR. PETRA BURGSTALLER, SENIOR MANAGER START-UPS & FUNDING, BIOENTREPRENEURSHIP SUMMIT
“We were absolutely thrilled with Mark’s session. Mark brings not only high energy and impact but also generosity, humour and real substance. It was a joy to finally see him in person and his talk left the room uplifted, engaged and inspired. Thank you, Mark, for your book, your energy and for delivering such an unforgettable masterclass on personal storytelling."
-SARAH DRYDEN, DIRECTOR, WAVELENGTH SPEAKERSHUB
“We invited Mark to speak at our leadership conference with over a hundred of our emerging leaders and the full C-suite in attendance. His keynote hit home in a powerful way; it was inspiring, real and deeply human.
The impact was so strong that we brought him back for a global keynote to our entire workforce. Once again, Mark over-delivered. His message on leadership, how to step up and speak out, sparked conversations that continued long after the event. That was our CEO’s benchmark for success, and Mark exceeded it.
His commitment to understanding our people, including interviewing our team members across the globe, made the session feel personal and practical. He even sparked an idea we later implemented, turning drawings from employees' children into safety calendars for our rigs. Mark doesn’t just speak, he connects, inspires and leaves a lasting impact.”
-KATIE VINT, GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR, NEPTUNE ENERGY