Meet Ali
A rare combination of worlds on one stage
At 17, Ali Ahmadi was smuggled out of Iran with no guarantee that he would survive the journey.
What followed was a series of life events that have led him to where he is today: a renowned engineer, board director and award winning keynote speaker who has addressed more than 75,000 people worldwide on resilience, leadership, change and burnout. His keynotes draw lessons from both his extraordinary life journey and years of experience in senior leadership roles, where he has experienced firsthand the pressures organisations and their people face.
As Impromptu Speaker of the Year and a recipient of the Professional Speakers Australia Emerging Speaker Scholarship, Ali has been described as a natural storyteller, thought-provoking, inspiring and entertaining. He is known for his ability to connect quickly with an audience, make complex ideas relatable, and leave audiences with a shift in perspective and practical insights they can apply.
"You don't just listen to Ali speak. You feel engaged, understood and inspired."
Payble
"Ali held the audience fully engaged for the entire hour. Practical, honest and empowering."
Revenue Professionals SA
"Awe-inspiring and heartfelt. A story of strength, courage and resilience."
Department of Treasury and Finance
"A lesson for people to push their boundaries and believe in something greater for themselves."
Determined 2
"Inspiring, entertaining and thought-provoking. Excellent stage presence and an endearing manner that connects with the audience."
Local Government Professionals South Australia
"Powerful, polished and inspiring. The way he owns the room is expert level."
Legal Services Commission
"Incredible to listen to."
Department of Human Services
"Inspiring."
Traffio
Trusted By South Australian Organizations
A Speaker You Can Trust
Professionalism, Preparation and Audience Care
Ali approaches every event as a partnership. He prepares thoroughly, communicates clearly and focuses on delivering meaningful value to your audience. Here's what you can expect:
Customised to Your Brief
Ali works with event organisers to understand your audience, event outcomes and industry context. The keynote is shaped around your specific needs, not delivered as a generic presentation.
Prepared and Professional
Professional sound check, confident stage presence and polished delivery. Ali arrives early, knows the room and delivers with precision and care for your event.
Audience-Focused
He reads the room, engages authentically and leaves audiences energised, not drained. His goal is to move people—emotionally and strategically—not just fill time.
Easy to Work With
Clear communication, flexibility with timing and format, and genuine partnership with your event team. Ali is responsive, professional and a pleasure to work alongside.
Proven results
Voices From the Room
What South Australian Organisations Say
"Ali held the audience fully engaged for the entire hour. His presentation was very well structured, thoughtfully delivered and deeply inspiring. He speaks about resilience, leadership and personal accountability not as abstract concepts, but as lived experience. His message is not clichéd or superficial. It is practical, honest and empowering. The feedback from our attendees was overwhelmingly positive."
Revenue Professionals South Australia
"Ali's keynote was inspiring, entertaining and thought-provoking. Excellent stage presence and an endearing manner that connects with the audience."
Local Government Professionals South Australia
"Awe-inspiring and heartfelt. A story of strength, courage and resilience."
Department of Treasury and Finance
Questions About Booking
Ready to Bring Ali to Your Event?
Get in touch to discuss your event, confirm availability and shape a custom keynote for your audience.
Or contact Ali directly
0403 241 516