A keynote speaker for a different conversation about trauma: one that’s hopeful and creative…

Trauma disconnects. Creativity reconnects.

So much of the conversation around trauma has been focused on treatment, the ‘downward spiral’ and negativity. Yes, trauma can devastate… but it can also radically change what needs to be changed and inspire positive growth.

As an energetic and heartfelt key note speaker, this is what I do best. I shine a light on the upside of trauma: what I’ve dubbed, the ‘Spiral Up’. Central to this process is creativity – and I want to share my knowledge, research and creative insights with you!

Whether it’s in-person with a crowd, online amidst screens or one-on-one for a podcast, I create an environment where everyone feels safe enough to open up, share their experiences and be vulnerable. What I do isn’t about shaming, blaming or rehashing trauma… it’s about alchemising pain into beauty, Art and magic.   

I bring more than 5 years of experience in running workshops, masterclasses and teaching in various online group coaching programs to my role as your keynote speaker. 

From artists and designers, to corporate teams and small business owners, I’m known for not shying away from the big ideas and challenging topics. I love presenting to people from all different walks of life all united by one thing: a desire to grow from the shit that happens to us.

If you’ve got an event coming up and you’d like to add some inspiration and creativity into the mix, let’s start a conversation.

Speaker topics

  • Creativity

    How to Melt Creative Blocks

    Why Your Creative Process Isn't Working

    Harnessing The Power of Self-Expression

  • Posttraumatic Growth

    Unpacking the PTG 5 Life Areas

    How to ‘Spiral Up’ with Creativity

    Self-care for Creatives & Digital Teams

  • Journaling

    My Foolproof Journaling Method

    How To Ask More Powerful Questions

    How To Maintain A Consistent Journaling Practice (No Matter What)

Previous Speaking Events

The Finders Keepers Creative Business Summit

March 2023

Creative Mornings Melbourne

April 2021

VisConf

October 2023

NO/BS Vol. 2

October 2022

Want to see Dr Maz in action? Check out her CreativeMornings Melbourne keynote from April 2022.

  • "Marion was an amazing panel host at our Summit event, expertly guiding the discussion and getting the best out of our creative panellists, allowing them to shine. We would love to work with her again and she was a great fit for our community."

    Sarah Thornton

    Managing Director and Co-founder, The Finders Keepers

  • "Marion managed the energy of the audience masterfully, and the Q&A segment had her demonstrating some really deep insights. She’s whip smart and incredibly funny – a natural speaker. We felt very lucky to have her at VizConf."

    Debbie Wood

    VizConf Organising Committee Member

Listen to What Doesn't Kill Us

Listen to What Doesn't Kill Us

It’s time for a new conversation about creativity. What Doesn’t Kill Us offers meaningful conversations, practical tips and low-stakes actions on how to ‘Spiral Up’ after life’s challenges using creativity.

Listen to Dr Maz as a podcast guest!

That’s right friends – you can binge listen all the amazing podcast episodes I’ve been on to get a feel for what I’d be like as a keynote speaker or guest.

To make it easy for you, I’ve collected all episodes and dropped them into the Spotify playlist below. Happy listening!