Ken Barnes

Ken is first and foremost a father of two girls that light up his life.

Ken is an author, inspiring speaker, trainer and an expert in the field of mentoring and life skills training. Ken is also a government advisor on raising the aspirations and attainment of young people. His other titles include entrepreneur, coach and community business leader.

However, the title that gives him the most personal satisfaction is the title of ‘The Hope Dealer’. This title came from a press article that dubbed Ken as a purveyor of hope to many people, young and old that he came into contact with through his daily activities.

Ken Barnes is a passionate, entertaining and engaging speaker. His passionate style of delivery and in depth subject knowledge infused with humour, is sure to inspire, motivate and challenge you. He is committed to delivering inspirational messages that will always leave you empowered, focused and ready for the next exciting challenge life offers you.

His passionate style of delivery, in-depth subject knowledge infused with humour is sure to inspire, motivate and challenge you.

Ken’s powerful method for change, ‘Transition through Introspection’, empowers individuals to self reflect, recognise and analyse their core strengths and areas of competence.

‘Yesterday’s knowledge is today’s ignorance’ is one of his most used statements, and as such he passionately believes that learning is a continuous and never-ending process.

Ken currently works with a number of businesses, schools and government agencies. He cares about his community and invests his time and resources in a number of good causes. He is either the leader or on the board of a number of charitable and community initiatives internationally, nationally and on a more local basis.