Inspire.
Connect.
Engage.
Mick Colliss (far right) with four rugby world cup-winning captains: John Eales (Australia 1999), Martin Johnson (England 2003), John Smit (South Africa 2007), Richie McCaw (New Zealand 2011.)
ABOUT
At Mick Colliss & Friends, we do things differently. Instead of a traditional keynote, we deliver interviews with special guests, creating an intimate and engaging experience for your audience.
Our conversations are tailored to the event, drawing out authentic stories, insights, and relevant, personal experiences that resonate long after the session ends.
WHY INTERVIEWS?
1. Highly engaging for the audience
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Conversations feel more natural and intimate than a standard lecture.
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Audiences tend to listen more actively, as it's dynamic rather than scripted.
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Provides storytelling and personal insights that resonate more than slides.
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2. Lower pressure for the guest
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Guests don't have to prepare or be restricted by a full keynote presentation.
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Can feel more relaxed, resulting in more spontaneous and compelling insights.
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3. Showcases the Guest’s Personality
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Highlights the guest’s authentic voice rather than a pre-prepared speech.
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Creates memorable moments that are shareable on social media or internal communications.
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5. Flexibility and Customization
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Interviews can be tailored to the audience or event theme.
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They can be one-on-one or a panel format, whatever suits you best
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Allows the moderator to probe specific topics relevant to the client’s goals.
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Can include interactive elements, like live Q&A.
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4. Differentiation and Prestige
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Makes the event feel exclusive, like a “fireside chat” or premium experience.
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Gives the client a unique format, standing out from the typical conference keynote.
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WHAT OTHER PEOPLE HAVE SAID:
"No one is better in this interviewing role than Mick Colliss. He has a very calm, friendly demeanour and the intimacy of the conversation makes the audience feel like they're guests at a private dinner party.
It worked better than we could have hoped for and the audience absolutely loved it."
- Michael Hughes, Friends of UWA.
"We understand there are some very good speakers with great keynotes, but the interview style conversation made it unique for us. We loved the way Mick and his guests chatted, and Mick was able to pull stories from them that they'd never told before. It was fantastic."
- Dean Hegan, Halo Sport.