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Sydney, Australia · June 2027

Where laughter meets leadership.

A different kind of corporate conference is coming to Sydney.

Business leaders, workplace experts and professional comedians come together for one day to explore how humour, communication and human connection build better workplaces. Following our sold-out 2026 debut in Auckland, we are bringing Comedy Summit Global to Australia.

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No payment needed to register your interest. Approximately 400 attendees expected.

Auckland 2026Sold outEvery available ticket was taken at our inaugural summit.
Auckland 2026 hostAUT, AucklandOur inaugural summit was hosted in partnership with Auckland University of Technology.
Sydney 2027About 400 attendeesCorporate professionals, leaders and people teams. Venue to be announced.
Organisersturnerspeaks & Nick RadoSpeaker agency expertise meets professional comedy.
Get involved

There is more than one way to be part of it.

Individuals

Attend the summit

Register your interest for programme announcements and ticket information as they are released.

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Organisations

Sponsor or partner

Connect your brand with Sydney's corporate community through a partnership shaped around your goals.

Become a sponsor or partner
Venues

Host the summit

We are looking for a central, accessible Sydney venue for about 400 people in June 2027.

Discuss a venue partnership

Business speaker, workplace expert or professional comedian? Speak or contribute

Our story so far

From a sold-out Auckland summit to Sydney 2027.

It started with a simple idea: business does not always have to be so serious.

Comedy Summit Global was created to challenge the traditional corporate conference. We wanted an event where serious workplace challenges could be explored through meaningful conversation, fresh perspectives, genuine humour and human connection.

In August 2026 that vision came to life in Auckland, New Zealand. In partnership with Auckland University of Technology (AUT), we launched Comedy Summit Global 2026. Every available ticket was taken.

What made it rewarding was the response. Attendees told us the day was fun, engaging and valuable, and different from a traditional conference. It confirmed what we believed from the start: professional development, important business conversations and genuine enjoyment can belong in the same room.

Now we are taking the next step. Building on Auckland, Sydney 2027 has a stronger focus on the corporate community, with approximately 400 professionals from across the city's business community for a day that challenges conventional thinking about work, leadership and the role of humour.

Auckland 2026 was hosted in partnership with Auckland University of Technology.
2026 · Auckland, New Zealand Sold out

Inaugural summit with AUT. All tickets taken.

June 2027 · Sydney, Australia Auckland was just the beginning.

Sydney, you're next. Approximately 400 attendees.

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What our 2026 attendees said

Real experiences. Meaningful conversations. Plenty of laughter.

Our inaugural Comedy Summit Global in Auckland, held in partnership with Auckland University of Technology, brought together people from different backgrounds to explore leadership, workplace culture and the power of humour. The event sold out, but what meant the most to us was hearing how much attendees valued the experience.

I went in expecting comedy, but came away thinking much more about people and the workplace.
A day full of different perspectives, thoughtful conversations and, of course, plenty of laughter.
Banking Operations & Risk Professional12 years of experience with HSBC
An inspiring and enjoyable experience that reminded me that leadership is not always about being serious.
A fun day filled with valuable lessons that I'll carry forward in both my personal and professional journey.
Postgraduate Student, Construction ManagementAuckland University of Technology
It was an incredibly informative day witnessing presentations from business leaders, organisational psychologists, motivational speakers, and comedians.
I'd recommend this event to other students seeking real-world insight, and any working professional interested in improving their understanding of corporate communication.
Founder & Creative DirectorCorporate Events & Entertainment
About the summit

Serious business. Delivered differently.

Comedy Summit Global is not your typical corporate conference. And it is not simply a comedy show.

It is where business, leadership, workplace culture and professional comedy meet. Through keynotes, expert discussions, interactive experiences and live comedy, the summit explores how humour and human connection can positively influence workplace performance.

Some of the most important skills at work are the most human: connecting, communicating, collaborating, thinking creatively and building relationships. Sometimes the best way to approach a serious challenge is to look at it differently.

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Better connections. Better teams. Better workplaces.

Organisations face growing pressure around wellbeing, communication, engagement, performance and talent retention. People want more than a place to work. They want to feel connected, motivated, supported and valued. These are the conversations on the day.

Leadership & communication

How humour, authenticity and stronger communication help leaders connect with their teams.

Workplace wellbeing

The role of laughter, connection and psychological safety in healthier workplaces.

Engagement & culture

Creating workplaces where people feel motivated, included and genuinely connected.

Creativity & innovation

How humour and unconventional thinking encourage new ideas, adaptability and problem-solving.

Teamwork & collaboration

Building trust and working across different personalities and generations.

The future of work

The human skills and workplace experiences that will keep mattering as organisations evolve.

Who should attend

For everyone who is part of the working world.

Comedy Summit Global 2027 is designed for the corporate community. Whether you lead a business, manage a team, shape culture or work in a corporate environment, this day is for you.

Corporate professionals & office workers

A fresh approach to professional development, communication, workplace relationships and wellbeing.

Business leaders & executives

New perspectives on leadership, organisational culture and building high-performing teams.

HR, people & culture professionals

Ideas for employee engagement, wellbeing, workplace culture and retention.

Managers & team leaders

Ways to strengthen connections, communicate more effectively and create positive team environments.

Learning & development professionals

How engaging, unconventional experiences can support meaningful professional development.

Business owners & entrepreneurs

Inspiration for building workplaces where people and businesses thrive.

Bring your team along.

Give your employees a professional development experience that is both meaningful and enjoyable. We welcome interest from organisations looking to attend as a team, engage their people, or build the summit into wider people and culture initiatives.

Enquire about team attendance
What to expect

A conference experience unlike the usual.

Experienced professionals, industry experts, business leaders and comedians, together for a full day of perspective, insight and laughter.

Keynotes

Inspiring business keynotes

Speakers with real-world experience in leadership, business, culture, communication and organisational performance.

Comedy

Professional comedy

Humour as more than entertainment, with comedians bringing fresh perspectives to the realities of working life.

Discussion

Thought-provoking conversations

Today's workplace challenges explored between business experts and creative professionals.

Interactive

Interactive experiences

Activities that encourage connection, collaboration, creativity and new ways of thinking.

Networking

Meaningful networking

Meet professionals, leaders and organisations from across Sydney's corporate community.

Takeaways

Practical takeaways

Leave with fresh ideas, valuable connections and perspectives you can take straight back to your workplace.

The 2027 programme and speaker lineup will be announced soon.

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Partner with us

Connect your brand with Sydney's corporate community.

Following the sold-out Auckland summit, we are inviting organisations to explore sponsorship and strategic partnership for Sydney 2027.

With approximately 400 corporate attendees targeted, the summit brings together professionals, managers, workplace leaders and business decision-makers from a wide range of industries. The best partnerships go beyond a logo on an event, so we work with organisations that value professional development, workplace wellbeing, leadership and human connection.

Reach a relevant audience

Professionals, managers, HR teams and business leaders from across Sydney.

Build brand visibility

Agreed event communications, brand recognition and potential on-site engagement.

Show your commitment to people

Back an initiative focused on communication, culture, wellbeing and growth.

Build business relationships

Meet other organisations, corporate professionals and potential clients.

Engage your own people

Involve your employees, clients or networks in a unique corporate experience.

Support something different

Stand alongside a summit that challenges the conventional approach to corporate learning.

Venue & hosting partnerships

Help us bring Comedy Summit Global to Sydney.

We are looking for the right Sydney partner. Following our successful partnership with Auckland University of Technology for the inaugural event, we are exploring new collaborations with organisations in Australia.

Venue brief

Capacity
Approximately 400 corporate attendees
Location
Centrally located and accessible, convenient for professionals working in Sydney's CBD and surrounding business districts
When
June 2027, full-day summit (exact date to be announced)
Arrangement
Venue sponsorship, subsidised venue arrangement or wider strategic partnership
Open to
Businesses, corporate organisations, event facilities and other potential partners

More than a venue partnership.

A hosting partnership should deliver value to both organisations. For the right partner, Comedy Summit Global can offer:

  • Official hosting partner recognitionRecognition as a key organisation supporting Comedy Summit Global 2027.
  • Brand exposureVisibility across agreed event materials, website content and promotional communications.
  • Employee engagementPotential opportunities for your own people to experience the summit as professional development.
  • Corporate community connectionsEngagement with professionals, businesses and workplace leaders attending the event.
  • A showcase for your organisationIntroduce your facilities, brand and values to a relevant corporate audience.
  • A meaningful collaborationAlignment with conversations on wellbeing, leadership, creativity and human connection.
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Event details

Sydney, we're coming.

We are finalising our venue, speakers, programme and partnership arrangements. Register your interest to be among the first to receive updates.

Location
Sydney, Australia
Date
June 2027Exact date to be announced
Venue
To be announcedSeeking a central Sydney host
Expected attendance
Approximately 400
Format
Full-day corporate summit
Audience
Professionals, leaders, HR and workplace teams
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About the organisers

Brought to you by turnerspeaks & Nick Rado.

Comedy Summit Global is an initiative of turnerspeaks and professional comedian Nick Rado, bringing together expertise from business, professional speaking and comedy.

It reflects our belief that professional development can be insightful, engaging, memorable and genuinely enjoyable. By combining credible business perspectives with comedy and human connection, we aim to create a day that leaves people thinking differently about the way they work.

Nick Rado

Professional comedian and co-initiator of Comedy Summit Global.

turnerspeaks

A speaker and professional development agency connecting organisations across Australia and New Zealand with experienced speakers, business leaders, coaches and workshop facilitators. turnerspeaks.com

Questions

Good to know.

When and where is Comedy Summit Global 2027?
Sydney, Australia, in June 2027. The exact date and venue are still to be announced while we finalise arrangements. Register your interest and we will send updates as they are confirmed.
Is it a comedy show?
It is more than that. Comedy Summit Global is a leadership and workplace summit with a difference, combining business keynotes, expert discussions, interactive experiences and live comedy.
Who is it for?
The corporate community: office workers, business leaders and executives, HR and people and culture professionals, managers and team leaders, learning and development professionals, and business owners.
How big will it be?
We expect approximately 400 attendees in Sydney. Auckland 2026, our inaugural summit, sold out.
Can I bring my team?
Yes. We welcome interest from organisations that want to attend as a team, engage their employees or include the summit in wider people and culture initiatives. Enquire about team attendance.
When will tickets and the programme be released?
The 2027 programme and speaker lineup will be announced soon. Register your interest to receive programme announcements and ticket information as they are released.
How can my organisation sponsor or partner?
We welcome sponsorship, strategic partnerships, venue and hosting partnerships, in-kind products and services, media collaborations and corporate attendance initiatives. Tell us your goals and we will shape something that works for both sides. Start the conversation.
Do you still need a venue?
Yes. We are seeking a centrally located, accessible Sydney venue for approximately 400 people, convenient for the CBD and surrounding business districts. This could be a hosting partnership, venue sponsorship or a subsidised arrangement. Discuss a venue partnership.
I am a speaker, workplace expert or comedian. Can I take part?
We would like to hear from you. Tell us about your expertise and experience. Get in touch.
What happened in Auckland?
In August 2026, in partnership with Auckland University of Technology, we held the inaugural Comedy Summit Global. Every available ticket was taken, and attendees described it as a fun, engaging and valuable experience that offered something genuinely different.
Sydney 2027

Let's make Sydney 2027 something special.

Tell us how you would like to be involved and we will be in touch. Registering your interest is free and takes about a minute.

  • Programme and speaker lineup announcements
  • Ticket information as it is released
  • A direct conversation if you are interested in partnering or hosting
“I went in expecting comedy, but came away thinking much more about people and the workplace.”
Auckland 2026 attendee · Banking Operations & Risk Professional
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