Speaking Engagements

Jess Wilson delivering a keynote speech on women’s leadership and innovation

Why book Jess Wilson?

Companies book Jessica Wilson because she blends lived entrepreneurial experience with innovation insight, women’s leadership expertise and future-of-work frameworks that resonate with modern organisations.

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Lived experienced and expertise

Jess’s perspective is shaped by 10+ years of building companies, navigating challenges and creating impact—long before she ever stepped onto a stage. Today, with more than 20,000 audience members reached and partnerships with leading global brands, she speaks from real experience, offering stories and strategies that resonate.

Topics and Engagements

  • An empowering and insightful look at the current statistics of women in leadership, what the future holds, real-world case studies from Jess's career and how we can start to level the playing field.

  • From a small town as one of 6 in her year at school to being pinned by Forbes as one of 1,000 entrepreneurs under 30 to change the world in the next 50 years. This keynote shares the story and key learnings from a mindset and tactical skill perspective.

  • A look into what new waves of technology look like and how we have experienced throughout history, understand experiential curves and discussions around Innovation and AI.

    Jess speaks on technology with the firm belief that we don't need to get caught up in jargon, it's possible and more enjoyable to learn about these new technologies in plain english so anyone can understand - simplifying and portraying the latest in an easy to understand format.

  • Many women's rights laws were created 120 years ago when the TV was non-existent, women couldn't vote or open a business - there have been monumental women throughout history who have changed this via law reform.

    This keynote looks at history giving the audience an insightful look at the history of gender equality and also how Jess and Women Making Waves is using technology to fund and scale women's rights law reform working with experts who have changed an accumulative 45+ laws and counting across Australia and the United States.

  • Jess speaks with first hand experience of navigating a sexual assault lawsuit and coming out the other side successful. Lessons learnt from a mindset and resilience perspective.

    This is a very empowering keynote providing actionable resilience tools to the audience whilst leaving feeling inspired and ready to back themselves when they come across adversity.

  • Jess is a seasoned panelist and adds value and a unique perspective to all panel discussions. Jess often speaks from direct first hand experience, lessons, learnings and successes.

  • Jess ensures the event keeps a high energy and syncs the days happenings all together working to the clients brief.

    Jess has been a professional keynote speaker for seven years and brings a grounding presence to the stage due to her comfort level on stages of all sizes from 100pax to 4,000pax.

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  • "I highly recommend Jessica as an expert in women leadership, innovation and tech"

    Michael Lane, CEO Forbes Australia

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 FAQs

  • Jessica Wilson combines over a decade of lived entrepreneurial experience with global speaking expertise. As a tech founder who has scaled businesses internationally, her keynotes blend real stories, innovation insights and practical strategies audiences can apply immediately.

  • Jess delivers keynotes on innovation, AI, entrepreneurship, leadership and women’s empowerment. She also speaks on emerging trends, the future of work and lived-experience storytelling that resonates with both corporate and community audiences.

    Jess delivers keynotes, EmCee’s events and is engaged for panel discussions.

  • Booking Jess is simple. Submit an enquiry through the contact form, including your event date, location and audience size. A team member will respond with availability, pricing and next steps to secure your booking.

  • Yes - Jess is a highly sought-after IWD keynote speaker. For International Women’s Day 2026, she is presenting keynotes aligned with the theme Balance the Scales, focusing on women’s leadership, equity and empowerment.

  • A typical keynote package includes pre-event briefing calls, customisation of content to your audience, presentation delivery (virtual or in person) and optional Q&A. Additional services such as MCing, fireside chats or workshops can be added on request.

  • Jess works across technology, professional services, finance, education, health, government, startups, retail, media and social impact organisations. Her insights around innovation, leadership and women’s advancement are industry-agnostic.

  • You can check availability by submitting a booking enquiry through the website. Someone will respond promptly with open dates and next steps.

  • Yes, Jess delivers keynotes in person, virtually, or in hybrid formats depending on your event needs. She uses high-quality production equipment to ensure a professional experience online.

  • Yes. Jess customises every keynote to your event theme, industry and audience goals.