Booking
Book Rick to speak.
Keynote, panel, fireside or workshop. Thirty minutes on a discovery call first so we can work out whether your event is the right fit.
What makes a great fit
- Mission-aligned audience. Corporates serious about inclusive employment, philanthropy and government decision makers, sector peers, founders, university and business school audiences.
- Willingness to share the stage with lived experience. Rick speaks plainly about psychiatric care, the access gap and what works. The room needs to be ready for that.
- An audience that can act on what they hear. Rick is a compassionate operator: every talk lands on something specific the room can do differently next Monday.
Pre-call questions
Every booking starts with four short questions, baked into the Cal.com form below. Answering them takes two minutes and saves us both a call.
- When and where is the event? Date, city, in-person or virtual.
- Who is the audience and what do you want them to walk away with? Size, sector, decision-making power, and the one thing you want them to do or think differently afterwards.
- What questions do you most want Rick to address? Be specific. The more specific the brief, the sharper the talk.
- Do you have a confirmed speaker budget? A range is fine. Standard professional rates apply; affordability adjustments are available case-by-case for mission-aligned organisations.
Book a 30-minute discovery call
Confirmation is not automatic. Rick personally reviews every enquiry. You will hear from him directly, usually within three business days.
Formats and rates
Rick speaks in four formats: keynote (30 to 60 minutes), panel or fireside, workshop (half-day or full-day), and podcast or media interviews.
Standard professional rates apply to keynote and workshop bookings. Affordability adjustments are available case-by-case for mission-aligned organisations that have signalled budget constraints. Pro bono engagements are considered at Rick's discretion only. Travel and accommodation are invoiced at cost for events outside Melbourne.
For the full topic list, see signature talks.
Common questions
Do you travel for events?
Yes. Travel and accommodation are invoiced at cost for events outside Melbourne.
What is the lead time?
Rick personally reviews every enquiry, usually within three business days. The earlier you reach out the better, especially for keynote slots.
In person or virtual?
Both. Keynotes, panels and fireside chats work in person or online. Workshops are best in person but can be adapted.
What if our budget is tight?
Standard professional rates apply, with case-by-case affordability adjustments for mission-aligned organisations. Pro bono is at Rick's discretion.
Will I get an automated reply?
No. There is no automated acknowledgement. Rick personally reviews each submission and you will hear from him directly.
Prefer to send a brief in writing?
If you would rather send a brief than book a call, use the speaking enquiry form. Rick replies personally within three business days.