Kim Vermaak
Inspiring Minds, Shaping Legacies. One Story at a Time.
About Kim Vermaak
Kim Vermaak is a legacy-driven speaker, author, and content strategist who helps audiences unlock growth through storytelling, resilience, and emotional intelligence. With over two decades of experience in publishing and leadership development, she delivers thought-provoking keynotes that empower individuals and organisations to turn challenges into legacy-building opportunities.
Whether she is unpacking the emotional weight of failure in Seed vs. Cement, exploring mental health with empathy in Taming the Monster, or revealing the hidden storytelling power of The Little Red Coat, Kim engages audiences with a unique blend of insight, vulnerability, and practical wisdom.
Her talk Storytelling With Pictures is ideal for leaders, marketers, and speakers looking to visually enhance their message. Her Book Interviewer sessions transform book launches into memorable, high-impact experiences.
Kim is particularly skilled at working with corporates, educators, nonprofit leaders, researchers, and faith-based communities. She provides them with tools to communicate more effectively, support vulnerable members, and create a legacy of care and excellence.
As the founder of Write Learn and Earn and host of the Write Learn and Earn show, she uplifts authors, professionals, and visionaries. These are individuals who are shaping the future through words and action. Her talks are ideal for conferences, corporate wellness events, leadership retreats, and community initiatives.
Invite Kim Vermaak to your next event. Spark meaningful conversations, uplift your audience, and create a legacy that lives beyond the moment.
Talks
Seed vs. Cement
Embracing failure as a catalyst for meaningful growth.
Ideal for corporate teams, leadership retreats, and conferences focused on resilience, innovation, and personal growth.
The Little Red Coat
Harnessing the emotional power of storytelling to connect, inspire, and influence.
Perfect for marketing teams, researchers, communication strategists, coaches, and educators.
Taming the Monster
Understanding and supporting parents facing postpartum depression in the workplace and community.
Recommended for HR departments, corporate wellness programs, church groups, and school boards.
Storytelling with Pictures
A practical and creative session on crafting stories using photography and visual cues.
Great for speakers, thought leaders, marketers, and brand specialists who want to deepen their audience impact.
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How Showing Up Shapes Your Success
Professional, engaging interviews that elevate in-person book launches and author visibility.
Ideal for authors launching new titles and looking to connect more deeply with their audiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
I speak on storytelling, emotional intelligence, leadership, and personal branding. My talks help leaders, teams, and individuals overcome fear, improve communication, and share their stories authentically.
Yes! Every session is customised to your audience, event theme, or organisational goals. I work closely with event coordinators to ensure the content is relevant and engaging.
I work with corporate teams, entrepreneurs, authors, and leaders at all levels. My talks are especially useful for groups navigating change, building influence, or wanting to enhance communication and collaboration.
Talks can range from 30 minutes to a full day, depending on your event format.
Workshops and interactive sessions can also be customised for half , full-day or two-day experiences.
Yes. I design interactive workshops focused on emotional intelligence, storytelling, and personal branding. These sessions give participants practical tools they can apply immediately.
I bring together my experience as a 13-time published author, TEDx speaker, book coach, and former Vice Chair of the Business Women’s Association with proven emotional intelligence strategies. I work with both corporate teams and entrepreneurs to deliver talks that are engaging, relatable, and practical. My sessions connect personally with audiences while giving them tools and insights they can use immediately.
Absolutely. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions, designed to engage participants fully, whether on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or your preferred platform.
You can reach out through my Calendar Link , email, or WhatsApp. I’ll discuss your event goals, audience, and format to ensure the session is perfect for your needs.
Yes. Depending on your budget, I can provide guidance on event prep, discussion guides, and follow-up activities to maximise the impact of your session. You can also purchase my books for the event, and I’m happy to do a book signing.
Participants leave with practical strategies to improve communication, manage emotions, build influence, and tell their stories authentically. Many attendees also gain clarity on personal branding and leadership presence.
I travel nationally and internationally for events and plan to arrive one working day before to ensure I am well-rested and ready to deliver an engaging session. Please plan accommodation accordingly. If the event finishes in the afternoon, I will request accommodation for the evening as well.
I work closely with your event coordinator or travel agent to ensure all flight, accommodation, and local transport arrangements are planned smoothly. I’ll collaborate with them to make sure everything is organised so I can focus on delivering an engaging session.
I work closely with your event coordinator or travel agent to ensure all flight, accommodation, and local transport arrangements are organised smoothly. I travel at the same level as your company executives and collaborate with your team to make sure everything is set, so I can focus on delivering an engaging session.
I recommend booking at least 6–8 weeks in advance for domestic events and 3–4 months for international engagements to ensure travel logistics are smooth and your event is well-prepared.
I usually bring presentation materials, but I coordinate with your team regarding AV equipment, microphones, or any other special requirements.
