Keynote speaker
Inspiring creative thinking, innovation and aligned action for today’s leaders and teams
Whether you're leading through change, nurturing a culture of innovation, or simply looking to energise your team – Valerie Khoo brings fresh perspective, humour and practical inspiration to the stage.
An artist, writer and award-winning entrepreneur, Valerie draws on her multidisciplinary career to show how creativity is not just a nice-to-have – it’s a competitive advantage. With a background in journalism, small business, and arts leadership, she speaks the language of modern professionals: those navigating KPIs, deadlines and uncertainty, while craving meaning and momentum in their work.
Her keynote presentations are engaging, insightful and always grounded in real-world application – ideal for leadership summits, team offsites, innovation programs and large-scale conferences.
For leaders, teams, and innovators ready to think differently.
Why event organisers choose Valerie
✔️ A unique voice on creativity, innovation and reinvention
✔️ Warm, intelligent delivery with a touch of humour
✔️ Deep experience across corporate, creative and entrepreneurial worlds
✔️ Customised content to suit your audience and objectives
✔️ Consistently strong audience feedback
“You can be very confident as an event organiser that Valerie will add value to your program and will deliver on your brief. She is highly credible as a business speaker and presenter, and as a facilitator Valerie crafts probing questions and manages interplay with the audience with aplomb. I highly recommend you consider Valerie for your next event.” - Bill Baggitt, Director, Business Events
“Valerie was simply ‘inspired’ as the moderator for our Meet The Entrepreneur hypothetical-style event. There was a heavy reliance on the moderator function to guide the group dynamic, and explore and delve into each of our panelists’ backgrounds and talents. At the most basic level, she entertained us all, and steered debate into important quarters, while being humorous, informed and obviously very intelligent. A brilliant performance and her preparation shined through!”
- Christopher Witt, Director, Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, UNSW
“You met our brief brilliantly, your content was on trend and where businesses should be going moving forward and you were such a pleasure to work with so thank you. The great thing about the workshop and I think that is reflected somewhat in the comments was the practical content that you delivered. So the feedback has been you got up there, talked about it and then showed them how to do it.” - Claire Thomas, Connections with ACP Magazines
Signature Keynote: Following Curiosity – Unleashing Creativity in the Corporate World
For leaders, teams and innovators ready to think differently
In a world where innovation is no longer a luxury but a necessity, creativity isn’t just for artists – it’s a vital skill for problem-solving, leadership and adaptability.
Valerie’s keynote, Following Curiosity: Unleashing Creativity in the Corporate World, inspires teams to reconnect with their natural creative instincts and shows how curiosity can become a powerful tool for navigating change, boosting engagement and sparking innovation.
This is a keynote that’s warm, insightful, and highly actionable – perfect for conferences, leadership retreats, offsites, and professional development programs.
What audiences take away
✔️ A practical framework for reigniting creative thinking (even if you don't see yourself as "creative")
✔️ How curiosity fuels innovation, resilience, and problem-solving
✔️ Ways to overcome perfectionism, burnout and creative block in high-performing environments
✔️ Tools to create psychological safety and a culture of idea-sharing within teams
✔️ A fresh mindset that brings energy, agility and new possibility to everyday work
Why this keynote works for corporate audiences
Valerie speaks with clarity, humour and real-world relevance. She knows how to connect with professionals navigating deadlines, KPIs and change – and help them see their work through a new lens.
Whether your team is managing transition, launching big ideas, or simply in need of fresh inspiration, this talk delivers a renewed sense of possibility.
Keynote Format
- Duration: 30–60 minutes (flexible to suit your agenda)
- Delivery: Available for in-person events and virtual sessions
- Includes: Optional Q&A segment
Let’s bring creative energy to your next event
Whether you’re curating a leadership summit, energising your team offsite, or looking for a fresh voice on innovation and mindset – Valerie’s keynote will leave your audience inspired, empowered, and ready to explore what’s possible.
👉 To enquire about availability and booking details:
Email Valerie