Human connection is your greatest advantage
Julie Vigor
Julie has spoken on stages across global organizations, events, and communities
Julie Vigor
International keynote speaker | Author | Coach | Founder of Connect and Rise & the Future is Human Movement
Human connection is your greatest competitive advantage in the age of AI.
The future is human.
Because in a world where everyone has the same AI tools, what stands out is YOU.
Your personal brand. Your trust. Your story.
Julie is known as The Connection Queen. In only 5 months, she had over half a million organic views and 20 000 interactions on her Facebook page, through genuine human connection and her own personal brand.
Julie has been:
- featured in That's Life Magazine
- Judge & Top 100 Next Top Speaker Tournament (x3)
- Finalist International Speakers Excellence Awards (Breakthrough Speaker of the Year)
- Six Figure Speaker Live Event Sydney 2025
- Speaker at GlobalSpeak & Shine Showcase, Level Up Summit
- Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor (MHFA)
- Finalist in the Social Change Maker category of the Australian Ladies in Business Awards
Julie was invited to be a member of the exclusive global Personal Branders Club by Dain Walker. She has been endorsed by NRL legend Johnathan Thurston and Natalie Marr MP. Julie is the creator of the HEART Framework
Julie is known for her message that in the age of AI, the future is still deeply human. She speaks on two topics that sit at the heart of this moment: human connection in our workplaces and communities, and personal branding in the age of AI. Through her engaging and relatable storytelling she inspires audiences to reconnect with what matters most and shows how micro acts of connection can create meaningful change in our lives, workplaces and communities.
Her work leaves audiences with practical insights, renewed perspective and the belief that lasting change can begin with one small act, so we can rise together.
Connection is your greatest advantage.
Whether you are looking for a keynote speaker for your next event, MC for your next event, a workshop for your team, a Mental Health First Aid course or personal brand coaching for your business, Julie will leave you inspired, equipped and ready to rise.
Julie Vigor
International keynote speaker, author, coach
Keynote Speaking Topics:
Julie Vigor is a keynote speaker helping organisations harness human connection
as their greatest competitive advantage in the age of AI.
CORPORATE
"The Future is Human Connection is the Competitive Advantage in the World of AI"
For organisations navigating AI, Julie shows why human connection is still your greatest driver of performance, retention and culture.
MOTIVATIONAL
Pick Up the Next Piece The Power of Connection in Life's Turning Points
A deeply human keynote for community events, fundraisers and women's events about finding your way forward through life's biggest challenges.
EDUCATIONAL
"The Future is Human - Connection is the Competitive Advantage in Schools
in the Age of AI"
In a world of AI, human connection will never be replicated. Inspiring educators to rediscover their spark & strengthen teams
Julie's Heart Framework
The HEART is the lifeblood that powers wellbeing.
A healthy heart fuels a healthy community.
The HEART Framework is the foundation of Julie’s philosophy in her speaking, workshops, programs and professional development.
By strengthening:
Trust
Respect
Accountability
Empathy
and Harmony
It helps teams and communities build healthier cultures where connection drives growth, purpose and performance.
what Clients are saying
"Julie delivered a compelling and insightful presentation that encouraged the audience to reflect on their unique strengths while providing a clear framework for developing a personal brand grounded in authenticity and purpose. Her communication style reflected both professionalism and passion, establishing credibility and trust. I would confidently recommend her for conferences, leadership programs and professional development events."
"I had the pleasure of attending a recent presentation by Julie. It was insightful & thought provoking but hit the nail on the head when it comes to personal branding in the modern AI world. Highly recommend attending any of Julie’s presentations."
"Julie spoke on 'Your Superpower Personal Brand in the Age of AI' and delivered incredible value with great energy, confidence and knowledge. Her own personal brand was very much shining through. Her presentation included lots of active participation from the group to discover what our superpower is. Julie helped make my event a great success and one that was enjoyed by all who attended. I highly recommend Julie as a guest speaker."
"Julie Vigor delivered a powerful and engaging presentation. She created an authentic connection with the audience from the very beginning. What really stood out was how interactive her speech was. Julie kept the audience involved throughout and provided practical examples and simple tasks we could easily implement ourselves afterwards. It was insightful, actionable and highly relevant for anyone wanting to strengthen their personal brand and business presence."
Mental Health First Aid
Building the confidence to recognise, respond
and connect when someone may not be okay.
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Mental health is part of every workplace. When a colleague, team member or manager is struggling, many people don't know what to say or where to turn.
Under current WHS legislation, managing staff mental health is a legal obligation, not an optional extra. MHFA training is a practical,
accredited way to meet it.
As a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor, Julie Vigor delivers accredited Mental Health First Aid training for individuals,
teams and organisations.
What is MHFA?
Mental Health First Aid is a nationally recognised, evidence-based training program. Participants learn to recognise signs of a mental health problem, provide appropriate initial support, and encourage professional
help when needed.
Under current WHS legislation, employers must identify and manage psychosocial risks such as high job demands and poor support, in the same way physical safety risks are managed. MHFA training builds genuine mental health literacy and early intervention capability within your team, and is a valuable part of meeting that responsibility, alongside your organisation's broader risk management approach.
“Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld) place a duty on the PCBU (person conducting a business or undertaking) to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the health and safety of workers, with health explicitly defined to cover psychological health.”
Participants learn to
Recognise signs that someone may be experiencing a mental health problem
Approach and have a supportive conversation with someone who may be struggling
Listen without judgement and provide appropriate initial support
Recognise when professional or crisis support is needed
Connect someone with the right professional and community support
Build confidence responding to mental health concerns, at work and beyond
Bring MHFA to your workplace
Private training builds a network of trained Mental Health First Aiders across your team. Sessions can run at your workplace or a suitable Brisbane venue. Online sessions also available soon.
Whether you're strengthening your wellbeing strategy or meeting your WHS obligations, MHFA gives your people practical, real skills for early intervention.
Interested in bringing MHFA to your organisation?
Let's have a conversation about what your organisation needs.
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Julie Vigor
Founder, Connect & Rise
Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor
About Julie
Hi, I'm Julie, founder of Connect and Rise & The Future is Human movement, international keynote speaker, author and personal brand coach.
I have spent more than two decades working with humans across every walk of life, from kindergartens to prisons, from schools to TAFE to community halls, and the one thing I know for certain is this. When people feel genuinely seen, heard and valued, everything changes.
I believe that in a world increasingly shaped by AI, our greatest advantage is and always will be human connection and authentic personal brand.
I created the HEART Framework, a human first model for building connected high performing teams and workplaces, and the Micro Act Challenge, because I know that lasting change comes from small consistent human acts. I also created the SUPER Framework to grow your business through your superpower, which is your personal brand.
I have been featured in That's Life Magazine, spoken at Six Figure Speaker Live 2025 in Sydney and the International Level Up Summit, collaborated with NRL legend Johnathan Thurston, been publicly backed by Natalie Marr MP and was personally selected by Dain Walker, the King of Personal Brand, to join his exclusive global Personal Branders Club of exclusive
members worldwide.
I work with organisations and sales teams to build cultures where human connection drives trust, performance, productivity and more meaningful client relationships.
I help women build a personal brand that grows their business through authentic human connection.
Let's Connect and Rise!
Julie xxx
Testimonials
"Julie is an excellent keynote speaker. She's engaging, inclusive and has a way of communicating that touches your heart."
- Dr Reema Shamim Medical Professional
"I was lucky enough to hear Julie Vigor present on "The Trust Factor: Personal Brand in the Age of AI." It was an incredible presentation. Julie brings a unique perspective that will resonate with most audiences as well as a wealth of relevant experience. If you get the chance to hear her speak in person I highly recommend it!"
- Brad Lauder Owner, Laudable Consulting Marketing
"Julie was an outstanding guest speaker. Her presentation was both insightful and highly relevant. Julie has a natural ability to engage the room and her message provided meaningful takeaways that can be applied in both business and life. We were very grateful to have Julie speak at our event and would highly recommend her to any organisation, business group or community looking for an engaging professional speaker."
-Tony Bolf Event Organiser, Connect Northside, Real Estate Agent
"Your story was authentic, heartfelt and easy to connect with. The micro acts concept is simple, practical and something everyone can walk away and apply immediately. This is the kind of talk that will stay with people."
- Rakhi Thakur Speaker, Coach
"Julie has been through a lot and you can't help but relate to her when you hear her stories. She's a natural at connecting with people. Definitely recommended!"
- Chi Ming Loh, Senior Business Development & Partnerships Leader
"Her greatest strength is her ability to create genuine connection — she reads the room intuitively and adapts her approach to suit any audience or environment. She is a highly capable and versatile MC and speaker who elevates every event she is part of."
- Arlene Yabsley, Accounts Executive
"Julie didn't just speak about connection — she created it in the room. She made everyone feel seen, included and valued. It shifted the energy instantly.""
- Meenakshi Gautum Nanotechnololgy Professional, TED X Speaker.
"I had the pleasure of hearing Julie speak and her presentation was great. She shared brilliant, actionable insights on how to build a consistent personal brand by turning authentic human connections into lasting trust."
- Tabitha Mills, Marketing Expert, Define Marketing
"Julie didn't perform. She showed up. There's a big difference. Most speakers try to impress the room, Julie chose to connect with it. That kind of integrity on stage is rare. Julie doesn't just speak. She makes people feel safe."
-Nicholas Loo , IT Project Manager | PMP, CSM, CSPO
Julie Vigor
International keynote speaker, author, coach
Keynote Speaking Topics:
Julie Vigor is a keynote speaker helping organisations harness human connection as their greatest competitive advantage in the age of AI.
CORPORATE
"The Future is Human Connection is the Competitive Advantage in the World of AI"
Julie Vigor is an international keynote speaker who equips organisations to harness human connection as a driver of performance, retention and resilience in an AI-accelerated world.
With over 20 years of experience as a professional educator, speaker and trainer, Julie brings practical insight into psychological safety, collaboration and the human dynamics that shape high performing teams. As technology advances, she works with organisations to strengthen the human skills that make AI effective: connection, communication and collaboration.
Change your life, change the world, one Micro Act at a time.
Her keynotes and workshops translate connection into measurable impact, helping teams to feel valued and motivated to contribute, resulting in rising productivity and profits.
Julie delivers Conference Keynotes, Lunch and Learn sessions and Workshops for Staff Wellbeing/Professional Development/Personal Branding
MOTIVATIONAL
Pick Up the Next Piece The Power of Connection in Life's Turning Points
Julie Vigor speaks to the everyday people who keep showing up… while carrying more than anyone can see.
With a rare perspective on human connection, from kindergarten to adult education and a men’s prison, Julie understands what people hold behind the scenes and how often it goes unseen.
When multiple life stressors hit at once, she found her own way forward, one small step at a time. Those small steps built momentum. That momentum led to connection. And that connection changed everything.
Today, Julie delivers a message that feels real, human and instantly relatable. Audiences feel seen, reconnect with what matters and leave ready to take action in their work, their relationships and their lives.
She finishes with her Micro Act Challenge, a powerful call to reach out, engage, and create small moments that remind people they matter.
EDUCATIONAL
"The Future is Human - Connection is the Competitive Advantage in Schools
in the Age of AI"
In a world of AI, the one thing that will never be replicated in our schools is human connection. This powerful & practical session helps educators harness the power of connection, gratitude & authentic relationships to transform staff culture, reignite their purpose and bring their best selves to the classroom. She will give educators a practical tool of the Micro Act Challenge to immediately embed connection, kindness and gratitude into their school culture.
"Lessons from the Sandpit to the Staffroom" - Early Childhood & Schools
Julie Vigor flips the script. We spend our lives teaching children, but what if the greatest lessons about resilience and collaboration are right in front of us - in the sandpit?
Julie brings a uniquely grounded perspective on what makes teaching teams thrive — and what quietly breaks them down. Using her playful "Human Kaleidoscope," she shows how curiosity, collaboration and play can transform staff culture from the inside out.
Educators leave uplifted, reconnected to their why and equipped with a fresh perspective on the power of human connection in their schools and classrooms.
Coaching
Are you at a point where you know there is more possible for you, whether that is finally starting the business you have been thinking about, or growing the one you already have, but you are not quite sure how to actually show up for it yet?
Maybe you have real expertise, real experience, a real idea, and you are still asking: why doesn't anyone know who I am? Why does it feel invisible, even when what you have to offer is real?
I help women own their superpower and build a personal brand that is unmistakably theirs, whether you are building a business from the ground up or growing one you already have. In a world where AI is changing everything, the most powerful thing you can bring is what only you have: your story, your experience, your authentic presence.
That is your competitive advantage, and nobody can replicate it.
Your personal brand is what people say about you when you are not in the room. Built well, it earns trust, attracts aligned opportunities and positions you as the obvious choice in your space, without relying on paid ads.
Together, we work one on one through The Superpower Personal Brand Accelerator, three phases:
* Reclaim who you truly are at your core, the gifts and experience you already carry, not something new to find.
* Build a personal brand that cuts through the noise and connects with the right people.
* Rise into the impact and income you have been building toward, whether that is coaching, speaking, consulting, leading, or simply becoming the version of yourself your business already deserves.
You already have everything you need. I help you see it,
own it and share it with the world.
If you are ready to stop wondering and start becoming, I would love to work with you.
Start by owning your superpower. Take the free quiz today.
Click the button below for a 5 min quiz.
OWN YOUR SUPERPOWER
You have spent years being amazing for everyone else. But do you know what makes YOU uniquely powerful?
The Own Your Superpower Quiz takes just a few minutes and shows you the gift your life experience, your personality and your story have already built in you, whether you've noticed it yet or not.
Because in a world where AI can do almost anything, your superpower is the one thing it will never replicate.
Take the free quiz now and start owning what's already yours.
Book a chat with Julie
Micro Act Challenge:
Change the world one micro act at a time
Ready to spark something special in your workplace or community?
In the age of AI, human connection is our greatest competitive advantage. And it starts with one Micro Act.
Julie Vigor, founder of The Future Is Human Movement, created the 30 Day Micro Act Challenge to prove one joyful truth. You can change the world, one micro act at a time.
In a world where disengagement is costing Australian businesses $35 billion every single year, organisations that invest in genuine human connection outperform those that do not. Julie created the 30 Day Micro Act Challenge to be the simplest and most powerful way to build that connection from the inside out.
Each day brings one simple act designed to lift spirits, brighten someone else's day, and build a culture where people feel seen, heard, and valued.
The challenge is grounded in Julie's signature HEART Framework, Harmony, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Trust, the proven foundation for building high performing, psychologically safe, and genuinely connected teams and communities.
TWO VERSIONS. ONE POWERFUL RESULT.
For Workplaces and Organisations One micro act passed from one team member to the next every day, like a ripple through your workplace. Building trust, psychological safety, and a culture where people genuinely show up for each other.
For Online Communities Daily micro act prompts shared through your group platform, building genuine human connection and belonging across any distance.
BENEFITS
Stronger trust, communication and psychological safety
Higher staff morale, retention and performance
Deeper engagement in your team or community
Real human connection in a world that desperately needs it
Micro acts create big impact. Change your life.
Change your world. One micro act at a time.
Click the button below to join 30 Day Micro Act Challenge for your workplace or community.
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