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Ross Reekie is a renowned keynote speaker, researcher, and consultant specialising in workplace inclusion, psychological safety, and meaningful work. With a mission to help organisations create environments where every employee feels valued, empowered, and inspired, Ross has worked with some of the world’s most influential companies and institutions to redefine how we approach work.
As the Founder of Rise Consulting, Australia’s first consultancy solely dedicated to fostering meaningful work, Ross has led initiatives that place diversity, equity, and inclusion at the heart of workplace culture. His expertise extends across multiple industries, working with Lloyds, Sydney Water, the Australian Government, Mirvac, and other major organisations, equipping leaders with the knowledge and tools to create inclusive, high-performing teams. Ross’s approach blends academic research, real-world experience, and interactive storytelling, ensuring that his insights lead to real, measurable change. Ross’s passion for workplace transformation stems from his own experience with work-related burnout, which led him to rethink the role of work in people’s lives. His personal journey took him to Vienna, where he embarked on the ‘fun jobs project’, a radical exploration of different professions to rediscover purpose, balance, and joy in work. This experience informs his work today, helping teams move from burnout and disengagement to fulfilment and productivity.
A TEDx speaker and trusted thought leader, Ross has delivered talks and workshops that have resonated with thousands of professionals. His insights into psychological safety, workplace relationships, and post-pandemic work culture have been featured in The Sydney Morning Herald, ABC, Business Insider, and FM4. He also hosts The Meaning of Work Podcast, where he interviews industry leaders, researchers, and professionals on the evolving nature of work.
Through his keynote talks, leadership workshops, and consulting programs, Ross provides practical strategies for embedding inclusion, purpose, and engagement into workplace culture. His unique ability to combine scientific research, philosophy, and human-centred storytelling makes him one of the most sought-after voices in the field of Diversity & Inclusion, leadership, and meaningful work. Ross continues to inspire organisations worldwide to create workplaces where every individual thrives.
“Ross’ talk was the absolute highlight of the conference. It was full of original thought, deep knowledge of the scientific subject matter, grounded in research and practical application. But most of all, it was extremely fun! Everyone felt included, encouraged and confident thanks to Ross’ warm delivery”.
“This is the best keynote we have ever experienced. Our team of 300 was stuck, we knew something was missing, but we couldn’t put our fingers on it. This talk was a huge collective ‘penny drop’ moment. We learned how to reconnect with our work, and why we’re here, and everyone is buzzing to see what we can now achieve together with renewed purpose. Simply fantastic”.
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