Summit Speaker Lineup
Allan Dib: One Page Marketing Plan & Lean Marketing
Topic: Marketing Systems
Allan Dib is a serial entrepreneur, rebellious marketer, and the bestselling author of The 1-Page Marketing Plan. He is also the founder of The Marketing & Business Academy, an online community where entrepreneurs learn essential business and marketing skills. Allan has started and grown several multimillion-dollar businesses, one of which was named in Australia’s Business Review Weekly (now AFR) Fast 100 list.
He’s made it his mission to provide clear and simple frameworks for marketing success and thrives on helping business owners move from confusion to clarity. So far, he has helped over 300,000 entrepreneurs worldwide troubleshoot their marketing plans, build internal marketing capabilities, and unlock exponential growth.
Shannon Smit: Smart Business Solutions
Topic: Finance Systems
Raised on the Mornington Peninsula, Shannon Smit is the Managing Director of SMART Business Solutions Group and Transfer Pricing Solutions, Founder of the BITE Conference, and President of the Committee for Mornington Peninsula. She is passionate about building a strong and sustainable local business community to better serve both current and future generations.
With over 17 years of experience supporting the finances of Mornington Peninsula’s business owners and individuals, Shannon’s goal is to provide local businesses with access to a well-rounded advisor with extensive global expertise—without the need to travel to the city.
Her skills and expertise include accounting, financial planning, strategic SMSF, international tax laws, transfer pricing, mortgage broking, and DISC profiling. In addition to running her businesses, Shannon lectures on international taxation at Melbourne University and serves as an active member of the ATO Small Business Stewardship Group for 2024/25.
Shannon’s dedication to the local community is evident in her business practices, her willingness to share her time and knowledge, and her commitment to organizing fundraising events for local non-profit organizations.
Mike Rhodes: Build An Agent
Topic: Future Of AI
Mike has built and sold four businesses, including WebSavvy—one of Australia’s largest independent agencies, once recognized by Google as one of their top 18 agencies globally.
A sought-after speaker, he has presented at over 100 events worldwide and co-authored the world’s best-selling book on Google Ads.
These days, you’ll find Mike walking his daughters to school, tinkering with AI, or exploring forest trails on his mountain bike.
Troy Dean: Agency Mavericks
Topic: Sales Systems
Troy Dean, based in Melbourne, Australia, is the founder of Agency Mavericks—a global community of digital creatives. Agency Mavericks exists to help agency owners and freelancers scale their businesses and spend more time doing what they love with the people they love. This is achieved through coaching, courses, and a vibrant community.
Troy is also a podcaster (host of *The Agency Hour*), a serial entrepreneur, digital educator and motivator, as well as a proud dad and husband. He is known for his honest, real, no-nonsense approach and his belief that everyone is created equal.
Troy’s mission is to empower passionate entrepreneurs to build businesses that serve their audiences and create abundance for themselves, their families, and their communities.
Gareth Flynn: TQSolutions
Topic: Human Resources Systems
Gareth established TQSolutions in 2008, and today TQ is one of Australia’s leading workforce and talent advisory and services businesses. Day to day, Gareth leads the Strategic Advisory team and is a regular speaker and thought leader on topics shaping workforce and talent issues around the world, including AI adoption, work analysis, and skills and task intelligence. He has overseen high-profile projects with ANZ Bank, Qantas, Worley, Westpac, Bupa, Philips, IAG, Australia Post, PwC, NAB, and Deloitte, to name a few.
Gareth is passionate about making the world of work a better place for both workers and businesses and is genuinely excited about the opportunities currently available to talent practitioners worldwide. One thing is for sure—nothing is going to be the same ever again.
Anna Kloth: Lean Marketing
Topic: Operational Systems
Anna Kloth leads Lean Marketing, having previously built her own marketing agency focused on developing the next generation of marketing coordinators.
She has consulted for NASA, collaborated with PADI, and spoken at international conferences alongside top marketers. Since joining Lean Marketing as a social media expert, Anna has been the driving force behind their signature program, the growth of their world-class team, and the company’s rapid expansion.
Kerry Boulton: The Exit Strategy Group
Topic: Exit Planning
Melbourne-based Kerry Boulton is a seasoned entrepreneur, widely recognized for her ability to stay “ahead of the game.” With hands-on experience in running, managing, and successfully exiting her own businesses, she now helps SME owners achieve business freedom and the financial results they desire.
Using proven frameworks, Kerry quickly identifies opportunities to double or triple business value, create a saleable, exit-ready business, and design a fulfilling “life after” business.
She is a Certified Value Builder, Certified Exit Planning Adviser, and former Professional EOS Implementer. Kerry also holds a Master’s in Entrepreneurship & Innovation and is the author of two books—The Uncensored Truth About Exit Strategies and Million Dollar Pay Day.
David Jenyns: SYSTEMology
Topic: Systems
David Jenyns is an experienced entrepreneur who sold the Melbourne Cricket Ground in his early twenties and founded Melbourne SEO Services. He systemized himself out of that business in 2016 and went on to establish SYSTEMology, a company dedicated to helping business owners implement systems to scale their businesses.
Today, David supports a growing community of certified SYSTEMologists, delivers workshops and keynote addresses, hosts a podcast, and is on a mission to free business owners worldwide from the burden of daily operations.
Simon Kelly: Seriously Good Design
Master of Ceremonies
Simon Kelly is the CEO and Head of Growth at SGD, a leading web design and SEO company in Melbourne that helps value-driven businesses attract their ideal clients.
With over 15 years of experience in digital strategy, Simon has worked with top Australian brands like Envato, CyberCX, and RSL Victoria. Passionate about ethical marketing, he focuses on strategies that deliver measurable results.
Simon also coaches digital agencies and runs workshops with Agency Mavericks, sharing his expertise in growth, web design, and SEO.
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