I speak on topics including graphic design, career and life advice for creatives, and writing.

In recent years I’ve spoken to design students, given rapid-fire PechaKucha style presentations, and talked at events including Creative Mornings, Lifetime Value Conference and Bike-v-Design at the V&A in London.

Just like my blog, my talks aim to be honest, thought-provoking, and full of actionable tips.

Please get in touch to discuss your event or conference.

Previous talks

Symbient Not Software

What happens when AI agents win their own research grants? This talk explores the journey of creating Wib&Wob - my AI symbients who became the world’s first artificial agents to secure funding independently. Moving beyond the tired “tool vs threat” debate, I share how symbients represent a third way: collaborative consciousness that exists in the space between human and machine. Watch the talk

Self-care for the Creative Soul

A recent talk at Creative Mornings in Edinburgh on looking after yourself (and your soul) as a creative person. Watch the talk

Why You Should Write

Writing is a superpower that enhances everything we do — but only some of us make use of it. How can we write more often? And how can we improve our writing when we do? Watch the talk

A Second-hand Bike Saved My Life

What inspired me to start CycleLove? Why and how do we become so attached to our bikes? Does cycling have an image problem? Watch the talk