SARAH PIRIE-NALLY ✦ KEYNOTE SPEAKER ✦ DESIGN + AI LEADER
Opening minds.Building toolsets.Designing change.
22 years leading changeFormer Chief Design Officer, ASB
I help leaders and teams make the AI era more useful, human and possible.
22 years leading changeFormer Chief Design Officer, ASB
22years experience
$700M+of transformation governed
7books
6continents
- Former Chief Design Officer and GM of Design, ASB
- Former Head of Change & Communications, NAB
- One of CommBank's first intrapreneurs
- SME, design thinking, RMIT MBA
- Co-founded Wired for Wonder
- CEO and co-founder, Wonder & Wander (2017, with Steve Pirie)
As seen in
- CommBank Women in Focus
- Women's Agenda
- Stuff
- Ovations Speaker Bureau
- TITAN Women in Business 2025 Gold
Seven-time author
Ideas for the in-between.
UNFOLLOWED
2025
The Third Intelligence
2026
Good Girls Don't Use AI
2026
Middle-Aged Brain: It Ain't Over Yet
2026
The Time Abundance Mindset
2026
Wonderpreneurs
Coming November 2026TRUSTED BY
Brands we've worked with
THE SHOWREEL
As seen on ABC 7.30
In the media
Australian workers now have the right to disconnect from work | ABC News In-depth, 7.30
Sarah features in the opening segment.
Use the door that fits the moment
B*TCHES WHO AI · MEMBERSHIP
Ways to get more
Start where you are. Climb when you're ready.
INCLUDED FOR EVERY MEMBER
- Circle community
- 1 live Masterclass a month plus replays
- 1 Ask, Show & Tell call a month
- A free BWAI tee (founding members)
- 14-day money-back guarantee (annual plans)
Every stage keeps everything in the pink box.
Why organisers call
The change is real. The way through is not clear.
- Everyone has a view on AI
Few teams share a clear, practical picture of what it means for their own work.
- Tools arrive faster than habits
Licences get bought. Confidence and everyday use lag well behind.
- People worry quietly
Questions about roles, skills and judgement rarely get said out loud in the room.
- Leaders need a next step
Not another trend report. A human way to decide what to try, and why.
Ideas for the room
Not just an AI person. A change person.
The technology matters. So do the people asked to live with what it changes.
The Third Intelligence
What You Know Before You Think
A fresh way to frame AI: not as a threat to human potential, but as an amplifier. The talk brings human intelligence and artificial intelligence into the same conversation.
- Who it suits
- Leadership summits, technology conferences, all-company events
- Length
- 45 to 90 minutes
The Human Edge
Leading with What AI Can't Replicate
An exploration of empathy, intuition, ethical judgement and creative vision, and why these human capabilities matter as AI becomes more capable.
- Who it suits
- Executive leadership programs, HR conferences, people and culture events
- Length
- 45 to 75 minutes
Wonder as Strategy
The Competitive Advantage of Curiosity
A case for asking better questions, seeing what others miss and cultivating curiosity as a practical strategic capability.
- Who it suits
- Innovation summits, strategy offsites, future-of-work events
- Length
- 30 to 60 minutes
AI Without Fear
A Human-Centred Guide to the AI Revolution
A practical, grounded keynote that helps teams move from AI anxiety to AI confidence, and consider how to use technology to amplify human capability.
- Who it suits
- All-company events, team days, industry associations
- Length
- 45 to 90 minutes
Conscious Intentional Design
How Leaders Can Design Businesses and Technologies Worthy of the Future
A wide-angle look at how policies, products, processes and decisions shape the future, and how human judgement and intention can guide that work.
- Who it suits
- Leadership summits, sustainability events, strategy conferences, boards
- Length
- 45 to 90 minutes
The framework
TI = HI + AI
Sarah's framework for intentional collaboration between human and artificial intelligence.
From the room
In their words.
Sarah, you are an incredible MC/facilitator of magic. The way you pull themes from the speakers to elevate & enlighten is remarkable.
From a Conference organizer point of view, there's no one like Sarah. She's prompt, totally 'tuned-in' and absolutely on theme and remarkably on-point. I simply could not recommend her highly enough. Having Sarah at your Conference creates action, real impact, lasting learning and off-the-chart reviews.
Thank you so much for participating in our GirlBoss Edge... It was wonderful to interview you and I am so grateful that you shared your story with us all. I am in awe of your talent as a mentor and motivational speaker!
Sarah is an inspiring entrepreneur who thoroughly entertained our guests with her stories of adventure and being a mother of five.
Beyond the keynote
Pathways for what comes next.
01 / ORGANISATIONS
Wonder & Wander
90-Day AI Enablement Sprint
For organisations ready to move from AI interest to meaningful action.
Visit venture 02 / EMPLOYERSB*tches Who AI
Corporate seats
Practical AI learning that builds confidence, capability and agency.
Explore team access 03 / WOMEN + DAUGHTERSShe Evolves
Fiji 2027 Founding Circle
17 to 21 November 2027 at Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa, Denarau
Discover the experienceNot sure where to start? Find the next step that fits where you are.
Learn with Sarah
Start small. Start today.
Design Thinking with AI
A$249
A practical course for bringing AI into how you frame and solve problems.
Find out moreThe Latte Files
A$19.95
A low-cost way into Sarah's thinking, one coffee at a time.
Find out moreAI Tea
Practical AI, steeped slowly.
Sarah's newsletter on using AI well, at work and in life.
Before you book
Hiring Sarah without the mystery.
Does Sarah travel for speaking?
Sarah has spoken on six continents and is available for in-person events internationally. Share your event city and date to check availability.
Can a keynote be tailored to our audience?
Yes. Sarah works with organisers to understand the room, event context and outcomes you want. The keynote keeps its central idea while connecting to your audience.
Can Sarah speak virtually?
Yes. Sarah delivers sessions in person and virtually, with the format shaped around the audience and event.
How far ahead should we enquire?
Dates can book out. Share your event date, location and preferred format as early as you can, and the team can check availability.
What is the keynote fee?
Keynotes from A$7,500 + GST. The final proposal reflects format, location and scope.
Do you also lead building and hands-on delivery for Wonder & Wander?
Yes. I lead the building and hands-on delivery myself, not only the strategy.