‘I was invigorated and energised by our discussion’.
- Rod Welford MP, Minister for Education & Training, Minister of Arts, Queensland Government
'Both of your sessions were absolute hits'
- Ralph Parkhurst, Macquarie Telecom
As founder and CEO of 'Thinkativity' Nigel has spent nearly two decades on the ‘ideas’ front line, helping companies grow by pushing the boundaries to generate ideas that outpace competition, fuel innovation and boost profits. He has consulted and advised Ministers of Parliament, CEO's, and Entrepreneurs on how to think more creatively to generate viable ideas.
More importantly he understands that all ideas are not created equal. Tomorrow’s successful organisations know this, because it’s no longer a case of the big taking the small, it’s the fast taking the slow. In today’s world exponential business growth is most often achieved by ambitious and viable ideas that create market disruption. As a result Nigel has developed a proven system to facilitate bankable ideas.
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A roundtable member for the Queensland Government's 'Year of Creativity', Nigel has also lectured at Griffith University and ICMS. Many companies in a myirad of industries have benefited from his experience and expertise, including IT, Franchise, Events, Marketing, Finance, Pharmaceuticals, Government, Education and Telecommunications.
Recognized as a thought leader in the area of idea generation, he is author of two books, a TEDx-er, and has travelled the globe helping business leaders and their people find ideas that are valuable.
Nigel speaks about inspiring ideas for the Microsoft Image Cup.
In his creative life, he was Show Director for Australia’s largest-ever corporate event and has worked on a multitude of corporate and public events including the 2000 Sydney Olympics and Paralympics. Nigel is a CSP, (Certified Professional Speaker) the highest designation offered by the National Speakers Association.
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