John Merkus, The Positive Change Guy, helps organisations solve one of the toughest challenges in today’s world: how to get people to not just cope with change, but embrace it. With more than 20 years of experience leading transformations, John delivers keynotes on resilience, leadership, and optimism that energise audiences and give them the tools to turn uncertainty into opportunity. His promise is simple: when you book John, your people leave inspired, motivated, and ready to lead change with confidence and optimism.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
MOTIVATIONAL EXPERT & CORPORATE CONSULTANT

Dedicated to empowering individuals and teams to unlock their full potential through mindset transformation, fostering motivation, cultivating future leaders, and building high-performing teams that drive innovation and deliver exceptional results.

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Empowering individuals and organisations to rise and thrive, John Merkus is a dynamic keynote speaker, international motivational speaker, and corporate consultant with a passion for inspiring greatness.

Expert in Agile Transformation

Helping businesses integrate AI into their processes, focusing on fostering innovation and building high-performing teams.

Dynamic Keynote Speaker

Engages audiences with thought-provoking insights on leadership, change management, and customer-driven strategies.

Coaching for
Success

Offering tailored coaching that drives individuals and teams to achieve new levels of performance and strategic success.

Why Choose

John Merkus?

John Merkus stands out as a speaker who not only inspires but also delivers practical value. His unique blend of motivational storytelling, actionable insights, and personalized approach makes him a sought-after speaker for corporate events, conferences, and workshops. With a commitment to helping others rise and thrive, John’s impact extends far beyond the stage, leaving a lasting impression on all who hear him.

Services

Keynote Speaking

John offers powerful keynote presentations on leadership, innovation, and business transformation. His talks are designed to inspire, challenge, and equip teams with actionable insights for navigating change and driving success.

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Consulting

John provides tailored business consulting services focused on strategy, leadership, and digital transformation. He helps organisations drive innovation, streamline operations, and achieve sustainable growth through actionable insights and customised solutions.

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Training Courses

John offers customised training courses designed to build leadership skills, improve team performance, and integrate AI and digital tools. His practical, hands-on approach empowers teams to drive business transformation and achieve lasting results.

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Clients & Journey

Reviews & Recommendations

"John's passion for successful customer outcomes, teamwork, and can-do attitude can lift the capability of the teams where he is involved. An outstanding communicator, John ensures that everyone is aligned and focused on the mission. To top it all up, John shows up consistently with a positive energy that is infectious. For the reasons above, it is not a surprise that both colleagues and customers love John!
John fits like a glove into any purpose-driven organisation."

- Juan Martin, Director and Co-Founder at PhoenixDX

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RISE AND THRIVE

Conversations For Greatness with John Merkus

Podcast

Each episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, filled with practical tips, life-changing insights, and powerful stories that will leave you feeling invigorated and ready to conquer any obstacle that comes your way!