Keynote Speaker Sydney
David Caruso is a keynote speaker for Sydney events, and a local. He grew up in Sydney's west and built his first business there. He still has an office in Norwest, and he speaks on small business, marketing and AI.
A Sydney keynote speaker with local roots
David's first business was an equipment hire company in Sydney's west. He grew it into a multi-million dollar business with more than one branch. It was named NSW and ACT Business of the Year two years running, and he exited at 40.
Then came two three-year terms as a paid adviser to the NSW Government on small business. That included a seat on the board of the Small Business Development Corporation. He has also been a regular guest speaker at the Macquarie University Graduate School of Management.
Today he runs BuyFactory.direct, an ecommerce group of 60+ brands selling into 32 countries. So a Sydney audience gets someone who knows how business works here, and what's working right now.
Business keynote speaker topics for Sydney events
Your Next Hire Isn't Human
What happens when a small business treats AI like a staff member instead of another app. David runs an international operation of 60+ brands in 32+ countries with AI doing much of the heavy lifting, and shows the audience how, live on stage, and how to start within a week.
Enquire about this talkThe Marketing Plan That Fits on a Beer Coaster
Small businesses rarely fail from too little marketing. They fail from too much of the wrong kind. The handful of moves that actually grow revenue, and why most of the rest is expensive noise.
Enquire about this talkWhat Google's AI Search Means for Your Business
Customers are starting to ask AI for answers instead of scrolling search results. What is actually happening, what it means for local and niche businesses, and what to fix this year to stay visible.
Enquire about this talkStop Renting Your Customers
A wake-up call about platform risk, drawn from being suspended, throttled and burned by the big platforms, with a practical plan for owning your email list, website and reviews.
Enquire about this talkThe other four keynotes are on the speaking page.
Conference speaker for Sydney events of every size
David takes bookings right across Greater Sydney, from the CBD to Parramatta and the Hills. He suits Sydney events like these:
- Industry association conferences and AGMs
- Chamber of commerce breakfasts and business awards nights
- Corporate seminar series for small business customers
- Franchise network meetings and state conferences
- Team sessions on marketing and AI for sales and marketing staff
The usual format is a 45 to 60 minute keynote. Half-day workshops and panel or MC work are options too.
Keynote speaker fees for Sydney events
Most of David's keynotes fall between $3,500 and $5,000 AUD, quoted per event rather than per hour. What moves the quote: format and length, a pre-event survey or interviews, more than one session, a custom programme, recording and travel.
You'll get availability and a proposal within 24 hours of sending your event details.
What event organisers say
Their post-workshop feedback forms rated his presentation at the very top end of the scale. I would not hesitate to work with David again.
We were thoroughly impressed with his ability to connect with business owners and share valuable insights. David was collaborative, engaging, and gained rave reviews from all who attended.
David has an enormous amount of knowledge and skill about online marketing and SEO and is a fantastic presenter who make everything so simple.
Keynote speaker Sydney FAQs
David's keynotes generally fall between $3,500 and $5,000 AUD. The fee is quoted per event and covers preparation as well as time on stage.
He has an office in Norwest, NSW, and also works from Phetchaburi, Thailand. He grew up in Sydney's west and built his first business there.
Yes. Every booking starts with a briefing call about your audience and what you want them to do after the talk. The examples are chosen to match.
Yes. Western Sydney is where he started in business, and he takes bookings right across Greater Sydney.
Yes. Shorter breakfast and lunch addresses work well, and the fee is generally the same whether the slot is 25 minutes or 90.
Usually the questions Sydney owners are stuck on. Where should the marketing budget go? And now that customers ask AI who to use, how do you get recommended?
As early as you can. If your date is close, send an enquiry anyway and you'll know within 24 hours.
Use the enquiry form on the speaking page with your date, venue and audience size.
Make your next event the one they keep talking about
Tell us about your event and we’ll come back within 24 hours with availability and a customised proposal.