COACHING

Emma McLean, Engagement Lead, Accenture The Dock (Dublin)

DK delivered a brilliant session for my team, giving us all accessible, understandable and effective advice on how to present engagingly. The training worked for those with extensive presenting experience as well as those with little exposure to public speaking. It was also very practical and encouraged us to embed our learning by doing. Highly recommended!

Ina Walter, Founder & CEO – Ecoimpact Africa

When I was preparing for my TEDx talk at TEDxKLU Hamburg, I needed more than technique. I needed someone who could help me get out of my own way. DK was exactly that person. His coaching on stage presence, delivery, and managing nerves was practical in the best sense. Not generic advice, but specific, memorable tools I could actually use: how to walk out and own those first seconds, what to do when your mind goes blank on stage, how to give the anxious voice in your head a constructive job rather than letting it run the show. That last one alone was worth everything.
What made DK different was his presence beyond the sessions themselves. He checked in just before the event and again right after, not as a formality, but in a way that made it clear he genuinely cared about how I was doing, not just how the talk went.
If you’re preparing for a high-stakes speaking moment and want a coach who combines real expertise with genuine warmth, DK is your person. I couldn’t recommend him more highly.

Tamara Sallis, Head of Talent & OD – People & Culture, AsureQuality

DK facilitated a storytelling workshop for 80 of our leaders and the impact was significant. Leading into the session, we had done important groundwork, clarifying our “no change future”, defining our “preferred future”, and identifying the shifts required to get there. DK built seamlessly on this foundation and elevated our thinking by showing us how to bring these ideas to life through compelling storytelling. He equipped our leaders with practical techniques for telling stories with grace, credibility and resonance.

Importantly, he helped us understand how to shape stories that articulate a clear and compelling vision of the future, one that feels both relevant and personalised for each team. This translated into a measurable shift in capability — in our pre- and post-Leaders Forum survey, favourable responses (agree or strongly agree) to the statement “I can communicate a clear, credible and compelling story about our future” increased from 60% to 88%.

The workshop DK facilitated was engaging, insightful, and immediately applicable. Our leaders left with tools and confidence to better connect with their teams and communicate change in a way that genuinely resonates. I would highly recommend DK to any organisation looking to strengthen leadership communication and bring their strategy to life through powerful, purposeful storytelling.

June Kinloch, Lead, Digital Products – The HIVE at IBI Group

I recently had DK run the ‘presenting engagingly online’ session at a virtual conference I was managing for our organization. We had many great speakers, but based on the feedback (and my opinion too!) DK’s was the highlight. The session included tangible take aways that I use daily while presenting and was fun and energetic. Coordinating the session with DK was a breeze (even with the time difference), and he tailored his approach to fit the group I was working with. Could not recommend enough!

Kim Koeman, Global Director, Social Innovation at Steelcase

We recently had the opportunity to learn from DK as we launched the Better Futures Catalyst program, a facilitated public speaking initiative at Steelcase. This program brought together a cohort of employees from around the world to enhance our presentation skills by focusing on our people and planet efforts. DK created a bespoke hybrid program, guiding us in developing compelling stories and boosting our confidence in public speaking—both in-person and virtually. Our final presentations showcased remarkable growth, with each of us effectively weaving our unique experiences into an engaging narrative. We are so grateful to DK for his authentic approach, for creating a safe space for us to learn together and from each other, and for the number of resources he shared throughout the journey. Highly recommend!

Jonathan Steel, Director Learning+ Global Lead, Arcadis

DK facilitated a learning experience for leaders in the Portland Oregon office with a group of architects focused on school design. He was able to provide really insightful guidance and constructive feedback in a very human-centric way that brought the group together, gave them confidence, and allowed us to significantly improve our performance in interviews and presentations. I would highly recommend engaging DK to support your growth and learning aspirations relative to all aspects of your public facing enterprise.

Mark Woodard, Director of Corporate Services/CFO, PHARMAC NZ

When in lockdown, at Pharmac we asked DK to deliver a zoom presentation on ‘presenting engagingly online.’ Our objective was to give staff an opportunity to connect virtually after we had all shifted to working from home and we had few opportunities for a shared experience. We used DK’s prepared session to shift from presenting in this new medium (zoom) to how we adapt generally, with shifting mediums as a metaphor for the broader pressure on all of us to adapt and change in response to our external environment. The latter part was progressed via a moderated Q&A session. Staff really enjoyed the session – both parts – and I consider DK’s role as catalyst to have been really helpful.

Vicki Jackways, Head of Marketing, Park Road Post Production

We contracted DK to run several sessions with members of our leadership team and other staff who are required to present ideas, solutions, explanations and work flow information to clients and audiences. The sessions were so insightful and the feedback was extremely positive, even the most cynical were surprised at what they could achieve and change the way one approaches preparation and off the cuff speaking. A highly productive and useful experience and one we will repeat.

Matthew Davies, Digital Marketing Lead Sport Wales

Engaging, smooth and professional. DK delivered his ‘Presenting Engagingly Online’ session to some of the sport sector in Wales. He keeps you locked in with his presentation, exhibiting exactly what he’s preaching with all the best tips and tricks for online delivery in the age of working from home. A top man who I highly recommend. Diolch, DK!

Kimberley Gilmour, Chief People Officer, Uneeq

I have had the great pleasure of inviting DK to work with our team for 2 enjoyable and valuable sessions so far: an in-person (those were the days!) public speaking and storytelling workshop; and a virtual Presenting Engagingly Online session. These were both very highly rated by our team and we’re looking forward to having DK come and share more magic with us to help us continue to hone our skills and confidence. On top of that, DK is one of the kindest, most compassionate and generous people I know. He builds an environment of trust, confidence and care, role modelling respectful feedback and gently supporting people to build confidence and strength with public speaking, storytelling and presenting. I cannot recommend DK highly enough.

Melissa Clark Reynolds, Futurist / Strategist / Keynote Speaker

Even experienced professional speakers need help sometimes! Recently I had a showcase event for 200 conference organisers. I was so nervous, because I wanted to do such a good job (and have them book me, and my agent love me more). DK worked with me on my message, story, slide deck. He helped me get the cadence and rhythm of my talk just right (and I nailed it). His coaching made all the difference, and the bookings have been pouring in.

Elrond Burrell, Program Director for Building Science

DK gave a brilliant presentation to 3rd year architecture and interior design students at the School of Architecture, Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington in May 2025. Following the presentation, DK gave a masterclass in public speaking/presenting to a smaller group of the students. The students got personal feedback and coaching. DK was very engaging, entertaining, and informative. He demonstrated some aspects of presenting that can’t be unseen afterwards! The students loved it and gave very positive feedback. They learned valuable techniques to bring grace, credibility, and emotional resonance to their presentations. As an experienced public speaker myself, I also got excellent value from organising and attending DK’s presentation. I will certainly be reshaping my future presentations based on what I took away from it. And I will be looking for future opportunities to bring DK back again to work with our students.

Clive Spink, Chief Executive Officer, Pukeko Pictures

DK has provided great coaching in developing my story for a number of key presentations. He has a great ability to connect and focus on the delivery and would wholeheartedly recommendation him.

Janine Sudbury, International Leadership Development Coach

I had the pleasure of working with DK as I prepared for a presentation in Wellington. In just a two-hour coaching session, he gave me invaluable feedback on my PowerPoint, content, and delivery. His insights were clear, practical, and immediately actionable.

DK is supportive, generous, and kind in his approach, which makes the process not only effective but enjoyable. I left our session feeling more confident, prepared, and polished. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to sharpen their presentations or public speaking.

Linda Oliver, Result 9 Manager, Ministry of Business, Innovations & Employment

DK says that “Public speaking is a skill that needs to be nurtured.” Coming at me was a number of high profile speaking events – and very little time to prepare, and I was out of practice. DK was my saviour! Over a few weeks I went from bumbling idiot to well – less so! And even received praise on a job well done. DK helped frame the conversation, refine some skills and introduce some new ones. Just what I needed. Thanks DK.

Arturo Arrarte, Head of Growth – APAC Slack

I was fortunate to have DK’s coaching on preparing for an industry event presentation. DK brings a refreshing approach to workshopping the structure, content and style for delivering a memorable presentation. He’s very much focused on engaging with your audience and is great to have involved early in your process.