TravelManagers Unveils Transformational Opening Keynote for Conference 2026
TravelManagers will start its 2026 National Conference with an opening address that is vibrant, inspirational and transformative.
The home-based travel brand has revealed its first keynote speaker as Lisa O’Neill: a self-proclaimed maximalist who believes that “magnificent lives are lived by people who love themselves and the life that they lead.”
For over two decades, Lisa has been electrifying audiences with her unique ability to deliver profound messages through side-splitting humour. After watching countless people struggle with energy, leadership and personal growth, Lisa discovered that transformation happens when hard truths are delivered with lightness and laughter. She’s authored seven books, spoken to audiences of 5000+, and works with major organisations like Ray White, Foodstuffs and L’Oreal. With infectious energy and practical wisdom, Lisa helps people and organisations get out of their own way to create magnificent lives and exceptional results.
Executive General Manager Michael Gazal describes O’Neill, who is based in New Zealand, as “a fantastic fit for our network, our conference, and its theme of ‘connection.’ She’s just the person we were looking for to set the tone for the exciting event that we’re creating.”
TravelManagers’ 2026 national conference is expected to bring together approximately five hundred personal travel managers (PTMs), partner suppliers, media partners and National Partnership Office (NPO) team members. The three-day event will take place in Hobart, from 18th – 20th August 2026.
