Keynote Talks

Dr. Kaushik was a keynote speaker at our Australian Institute of Chartered Accountants of India conference, recently held in September in Sydney. I found his insightful address of the 'ESG obligation' valuable from the context of the opportunity it presents and how we can all have a positive impact. He shared his personal and professional journey with us which enabled us all to connect with him. I thoroughly enjoyed his engaging session.

Dr. Kaushik is a true inspiration, demonstrating a never-give-up attitude that resonates through his journey. I recently had the privilege of attending his keynote, and his remarkable story from tennis coach to earning PhD and becoming a leader in sustainability exemplifies perseverance and dedication. His calm, thoughtful approach to speaking makes Dr. Kaushik stand out, allowing him to deliver impactful messages without theatrics. His ability to simplify complex ideas and connect with the audience is truly impressive. I highly recommend Dr. Kaushik for any speaking engagement. His insightful perspectives, combined with his authentic communication style, make him an exceptional speaker who leaves a lasting impact on his audience.

Dr K delivered the keynote to 100 students inspiring them with messages of courage, action and impact. He was tagged in dozens of testimonials post-event and generously chatted for HOURS post-talk continuing to inspire students. If YOU need a killer keynote speaker, who is real, raw and drives results, call Dr K!

I had the pleasure of learning from Dr. Kaushik Sridhar at the Volunteer to Lead workshop hosted by Study Melbourne and Campus Consultancy. Dr. Kaushik's insightful approach to leadership, particularly his emphasis on the courage needed to navigate challenges, deeply resonated with me. His ability to inspire, challenge, and guide us through complex ideas in a relatable and engaging manner made the learning experience incredibly impactful. Dr. Kaushik is a role model for overcoming adversity, and his wisdom on resilience and leadership is invaluable to anyone seeking to grow professionally and personally. His energy and passion for helping others reach their full potential make him an exceptional leader and mentor. I am grateful for the opportunity to have learned from him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a transformative leadership experience.

I recently had the privilege of attending Dr. Kaushik’s keynote, and his ability to captivate and motivate his audience through storytelling was truly remarkable. His career journey, which spans from being a tennis coach to earning PHDs and eventually establishing himself in the sustainability field, exemplifies perseverance and the power of self-belief. What truly impressed me was his calm and measured speaking style, which allowed his message to resonate on a deep level. His approach doesn’t rely on high energy or theatrics but rather on thoughtful, clear communication.

Dr. Kaushik was the keynote speaker for the Study Melbourne Leadership Labs: Volunteer to Lead Together program, where he shared his remarkable career journey filled with resilience and motivation. His outstanding public speaking skills, coupled with his real-world insights, made his keynote address deeply impactful. His unwavering support and inspiring approach truly resonate with the community, making him an invaluable asset as a leader.

I had the great fortune to hear Dr. Kaushik Sridhar share his life story at the VolunteerToLead workshop, and it was nothing short of inspiring. His journey, which took him through the worlds of professional tennis, corporate leadership, and academia, is a testament to his resilience and determination. What stands out most is how he has seamlessly transitioned from one phase to another, constantly evolving yet staying true to his passion for sustainability and positive change. Dr. Kaushik’s work in sustainability and ESG has had a real impact, not only on the companies he's worked with but on the students and professionals he's mentored. His ability to lead with both vision and empathy is remarkable, and his commitment to educating and inspiring others is something I deeply admire. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Kaushik as a leader, mentor, and someone who is truly shaping the future of sustainability.

I had the pleasure of attending Dr. Kaushik's keynote presentation at the Study Melbourne Leadership Lab, and it was truly insightful. His engaging and interactive presentation style captivated everyone's attention. I particularly like how he began with a hook question and then shared his own experiences, prompting me to reflect on myself throughout the presentation and consider areas for improvement. His ability to connect with audience made the talk both relatable and impactful. I truly admire his capabilities and look up to him as a leader. I look forward to the opportunity to cross paths with you in the future.

Dr. Kaushik Sridhar was a keynote speaker at a volunteering workshop I attended organized by Study Melbourne & Campus Consultancy. He spoke about how he has no regrets in life and 'The Dot Theory' which resonated deeply with me and has inspired me to find my own dot in life. It was fascinating to hear about the hardships he has gone through right from the age of 12 to the present day but never let himself be pushed down by their burdens but instead not only uplift himself but the people around him. I would highly recommend hearing his point of view about the world and if you ever get a chance to hire his services or find an event he's speaking at, don't waste a single minute and get yourself there.

Dr. Kaushik spoke at our Leadership Victoria and Rotary Club of Melbourne evening meeting in February this year. I engaged Kaushik as a speaker because of his incredible work history of creating positive change in his various roles. Kaushik has become an expert in how to create real and lasting change to the people and culture of an organisation, which in turn has huge benefits to the wider community and environment. Dr. Kaushik has achieved phenomenal outcomes in a short amount of time and was able to share the 'how' of creating change with our audience which was very valuable and inspiring. I would highly recommend Dr. Kaushik as a speaker at any event that wants to inspire and give practical steps of 'how to achieve long term change.' He is an incredible person who has a lot to celebrate.

Dr. Kaushik spoke at Volunteering Victoria's Conference. He was quick to engage our audience and shared his ideas, passion and knowledge on corporate responsibility and sustainability in the context of volunteering. He's a master connector between the voluntary and corporate sectors and astutely layers his presentation with evidence, purpose and enquiry. I recommend him highly for his inspirational and tangible impact.

I approached Dr Kaushik Sridhar about speaking at Australian Healthcare Week 2019 - the healthcare hub for the APAC region. He presented on building the ‘buy-in’ and business case for sustainability in our day-to-day operations. Kaushik is a highly engaging and inspiring speaker, with a down-to-earth nature that makes him an absolute pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Kaushik as a speaker for your next conference!

Kaushik was approached by my team to speak at the Melbourne International Student Conference 2018, where he presented the conference keynote titled "A pragmatic passion". Kaushik shared the story of how he has become the leader he is today, engaging the audience by sharing the challenges he faced, where he found motivation, and how he has learnt to combine pragmatism with his passion for creating positive change. The conference delegates spoke highly of Kaushik's keynote and stated that they felt they could connect with what he was sharing. I would highly recommend Kaushik for other speaking engagements as he is an excellent public speaker who knows how to tailor his presentations to the audience.

Dr Kaushik was an incredibly insightful speaker at our recent Future Leaders Forum event which aims to inspire young business leaders. Kaushik spoke to our students about his experience in the social impact space - his contributions were invaluable and students in attendance reported being inspired and enlightened on this subject matter. I have no hesitations recommending Kaushik as a speaker - he is not only an expert in this domain but also an absolute pleasure to work and communicate with.

A HUGE thanks to Dr Kaushik Sridhar who dropped into the Institute of Directors Workshop "The Supply Chain and Procurement - the ESG Lens" recently as a guest contributor. You gave great insight into the key challenges for Boards and Directors on this knotty problem for those gathered online. Thank you for taking time out of your Melbourne evening to drop into our morning session in Dublin! We really enjoyed your informal delivery and encouragement. Great to get a global perspective on our organisational challenges with ESG.

Kaushik is an incredibly inspiring and insightful thought leader, author and speaker. He captivates my masters students with his candid reflections on his own life experiences and career journey. He offers advice that is heart-felt and impressively self-aware and empathic. Telling high-achieving postgraduate GenZers that they should 'find their dot' (read: meaningful purpose and happy spot) in life - and to do so with resilience, integrity and tenacity - is such a powerfully positive message. If you are looking for a speaker who has the gift of moving his audience out of their comfort zone and deepening their awareness of life's enormous possibilities, Kaushik is the perfect choice.

I recently got the pleasure to keynote alongside Dr Kaushik through a speaking engagement at Melbourne University. It was a pleasure to work alongside each other and collaborate. Dr Kaushik displayed an incredible high level of professionalism, passion and articulation throughout the display of his keynote topic. He has an exceptional ability to story tell and captivate an audience; inviting them in to want to hear more. The way he is able to not only captivate an audience, but to also influence it is remarkably powerful. His passion, drive and enthusiasm were seen throughout his whole topic of discussion. It was a real pleasure to work alongside Dr Kaushik. His keynote was curated with a sharpness of intellect, insight and passion. If you need a speaker for your next event, then Dr Kaushik is one of the best experts in the field you could be working with!