Jonathan Holloway

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About Jonathan Holloway

In 2015, I convinced 1.4 million people to stop what they were doing for three days and walk with giants through the streets of Perth. That's what happens when you combine giant thinking with transformational leadership.I'm Jonathan Holloway, an artistic director, cultural advisor, speaker and strategist who builds bridges between seemingly impossible visions and extraordinary reality. I help major cities, organisations, and leaders solve complex challenges by unlocking creative potential within their teams.My approach bridges worlds others can't connect- High culture and popular culture- Artistic vision and business execution- Individual excellence and community transformation- Traditional institutions and cutting-edge innovationMy international experience spans six continents with particular expertise in Asia-Pacific cultural collaboration and cross-cultural audience engagement. Through major festival leadership, I've navigated complex international partnerships while maintaining artistic integrity and local relevance.Over two decades, I've led teams that transformed three major cultural organisations, growing audiences from to 1.4 million, increasing turnover by 600%, and delivering experiences that generated over AU$35M in ticket sales. This earned 21 Helpmann Awards, including "Best Australian Special Event" three times.As a Certified Speaking Professional (top 12% globally), I've delivered keynotes across four continents, helping leaders navigate change through "Giant Thinking" methodology.Current work includes- Strategic Advisory: Charleston Gaillard Center (USA), World Cities Culture Forum, London's Royal Docks- Keynote Speaking: Transformational leadership, experience design, creative problem-solving- Executive Coaching:"Doubling Up" programme for leadership capabilities- Artistic Direction: Available for major institutional rolesWhat sets me apart: I don't just consult on transformation—I've lived it. From founding the Royal National Theatre's public events department to leading Australia's largest arts festivals, I've turned ambitious ideas into measurable success.Whether you need someone to reimagine your organisation's future, energise your conference, or help your team think bigger, I bring three decades of turning "impossible" into "inevitable".Let's explore what's possible together.| Honorary Citizen of Perth | Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts | Message Stick holder from Noongar and Eastern Kulin Nations |