Trusted by Leaders, Teams, and Emerging Changemakers
Keynotes, workshops and advisory engagements that challenge assumptions, build capability and create lasting impact.
Karen has a brilliant ability to make Change Management powerfully simple, and energising.
- Liz Sweeney - Senior Change Manager
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
It has been fantastic partnering with Karen as our leadership team builds capability in change and adaptive leadership.
- Elise Mann - Head of Human Resources ANZ - Motorola Solutions
Clear. Concise. On-point. Relevant. Practical.
All we’ve come to know, respect and rely on from the insightful mind of Karen Ferris.
- Jay Steven Levin - Forbes Writer
The skills and knowledge you have passed on to me are invaluable and will be well used.
- Jeanette Smith - ServiceNow
Great to work with Karen on team development. Karen has a style that puts the team at ease, is pragmatic, and can relay practical organisational applications.
- Con Balaskas - Vice President and Managing Director, ANZ - Motorola Solutions
CONFERENCE SPEAKING
Speakers come, speakers go, but Karen Ferris is a mainstay! Karen's ability to translate, transmute and transform leaves a lasting impression.
— Simone Moore, Consultant
Karen is a world-class speaker whom I would have no hesitation in recommending.
— Mark O’Loughlin, Director, itSMF Ireland
Karen has been a regular speaker for many years. She really understands the challenges of embedding change.
— Kathryn Heaton, ex Board Chair, itSMF Australia
Whether at international conferences, seminars, webinars or workshops, Karen is always on the mark, provoking thought, engaging with her audience and delivering valuable insights.
— Greg Porter, General Manager, Pseven Solutions
She is a passionate and engaging speaker and her ability to continually introduce new concepts and ways of doing things always presents a breath of fresh air.
— Tristan Boot, Former President, itSMF New Zealand
When Karen Ferris is on the agenda at any conference I attend, her sessions are always at the top of my list. Karen is an innovative thinker who challenges her audience to consider new ways of thinking.
— Kirstie Magowan, Consultant
CONSULTING AND ADVISORY
A highly talented professional with a unique ability to unite a team and drive them towards an outstanding outcome for the organisation.
— Sharon Green, Manager, Citipower and Powercor
“Able to influence senior stakeholders, which is particularly difficult in a highly regulated environment…”
Sam Dureau, Director, Australian Taxation Office.
The workshop was an outstanding success. The group came away quite energised and motivated.
- Denise Hartman - Executive Manager
Your change process is the best I have ever experienced. I have been here for nearly 10 years and endured many changes and their associated change management processes. Never before have I felt so informed and so consulted.
- Client name withheld on request
Future Leaders Are Responding Too
Following a session on Learn. Unlearn. Relearn. The Skill Nobody Teaches You, student leaders shared reflections that confirmed something important: the next generation of leaders is not resisting challenge — they are looking for ways to think differently, adapt, and lead in a changing world.
“It encouraged me to grow as both a person and a leader.”
J.A., Student Leadership, 2026
“This presentation encouraged me to grow as a student.”
Sofia, Class of 2029
“I would highly recommend Karen Ferris as a guest speaker…”
Madelyn, Student Leadership, 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with us about leadership. Your insights were truly inspiring, and it was so meaningful to hear from you! You are an amazing role model for us, and we really appreciate you sharing your wisdom with us! I hope you meet with our Leadership class again soon!
Amanda, Class of 2028