Description
The Global Impact Summit is coming to Sydney on August 5–6, 2026 — presented by Charitabl. The Global Impact Summit brings together leaders across business, philanthropy, social enterprise and culture to explore what the future of impact looks like.
The Global Impact Summit is a two-day experience designed to move beyond conversation and into action — connecting capital with lived experience, ideas with execution, and people with purpose.
Day One takes place at the iconic State Theatre, featuring keynote speakers and curated sessions from some of the most influential voices shaping impact today. Day Two moves into the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, designed for deeper conversation, collaboration, and shared momentum.
This year’s theme, For the Love Of ___, is a reflection of what drives us — the causes, communities, and futures we are willing to stand behind and build together.
Your ticket includes access to both days of programming.
Attendance is intentionally limited to maintain a curated and high-quality experience.
If you care about where impact is heading — and want to help shape it — this is a room worth being in.
Lineup
Daniel Flynn (Co-Founder, Thank you)
Co-Founder, Thank you. Daniel Flynn is the co-founder and Managing Director of one of Australia’s most successful start-ups, Thankyou. At 19, driven by a vision to change the world we live in, he co-founded the social enterprise which is now globally recognised for its innovation, disruption, and impact. Daniel’s journey as a founder is marked by grit and unconventionality, pioneering Thankyou to redefine ‘business as usual’, and change the world we live in, forever. To date, Thankyou has given over $19.34 million to impact partners in the fight against global poverty.
Monika Tu OAM (Founder & Director, Black Diamondz)
Monika Tu is one of Australia's most recognised figures in luxury real estate and high-net-worth client advisory. As the founder and director of Black Diamondz Group, she has built a business that sits at the intersection of premium property, lifestyle concierge, and cultural intelligence — with a particular specialisation in serving Chinese and international ultra-high-net-worth clients across the Australian market and beyond. Known for her ability to navigate complex cross-cultural relationships and broker deals at the highest level, Monika has cultivated a reputation built entirely on trust, discretion, and results. Her network spans continents, and her influence extends well beyond real estate into luxury brand partnerships, philanthropy, and impact-driven enterprise. Over the course of her career, Monika has helped raise more than $500 million for charitable causes. She serves as Chair of the Sydney Children's Hospital Foundation Lunar New Year Celebration, Committee Member of the SCHF Gold Dinner, and Committee Member of the MCA Artists Ball — among a wide portfolio of philanthropic commitments that reflect her deep belief in giving back at scale. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Monika is passionate about the role both individuals and business can play in driving meaningful global change, and about mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs and philanthropists reimagining what success looks like. Her work is defined not by volume, but by vision.
Sam Weidenhofer (@itssozer)
Creator Economy, Entrepreneur & Mental Health Activist. Samuel Weidenhofer is content creator and mental health activist who is on a mission to prove that kindness, when acted upon, can change lives. From raising $2 million to retire an 88-year-old veteran to creating life-changing moments for terminally ill children, Sam has turned simple acts of compassion into a global movement. In 2025 alone, he raised over $7 million, was named GoFundMe’s No.1 Social Impact Creator, and was featured in more than 200 media outlets worldwide. With over 15 million followers, Sam continues to inspire action through his 7 Day Kindness Challenge and his growing We Are Kindr movement, empowering individuals, schools, and workplaces to choose kindness every day. Because for Sam, kindness is not just something we feel. It is something we do. And when we do it together, it becomes unstoppable.
Anita Sood (Microsoft Elevate Asia Commercial Operating Unit Lead)
Anita Sood is a dynamic technology leader passionate about harnessing digital and AI innovation to drive positive, scalable social impact across Asia. With nearly two decades of experience across Microsoft, AWS and Cisco, she sits at the intersection of technology and purpose, partnering with nonprofits, NGOs, education systems and social enterprises to accelerate mission outcomes through secure cloud, AI and data driven transformation. As Microsoft Elevate Asia Commercial Operating Unit Lead, Anita leads regional go to market strategy, accessible skilling initiatives and partner led innovation designed to help impact driven organisations address urgent societal and environmental challenges. She is widely recognised for building high trust partnerships, operational excellence and cross team collaboration that translate strategy into measurable outcomes, particularly across Education (K 12) and the nonprofit sector. Anita’s expertise spans industry strategy and operations, ecosystem development, AI transformation, business development, and customer success. A strong advocate for diversity, accessibility and inclusion, she actively mentors emerging leaders, particularly women facing early life challenges, drawing inspiration from her mother’s journey as a refugee whose access to digital skills transformed her life. Based in Sydney, Australia, Anita works closely with global leadership to shape Microsoft Elevate’s regional strategy for responsible AI adoption, grants and compliance readiness, and inclusive skilling, grounded in the belief that technology is a force for good when it is accessible, responsible and inclusive.
Chris Sebastian (Artist, Winner of The Voice)
Artist, Winner of The Voice. Chris Sebastian is an acclaimed Australian artist, songwriter, and storyteller whose music sits at the intersection of soul, faith, and lived experience. Known for his powerful vocals and deeply personal songwriting, Chris has built a career defined not just by talent, but by authenticity — using music as a vehicle for connection, healing, and hope. As part of the Sebastian Foundation, Chris is actively engaged in supporting mental health initiatives and creating spaces for young people to feel seen, heard, and supported. His work extends beyond the stage, reflecting a belief that music has the power to reach people in ways few other mediums can. As the House Band for the Global Impact Summit, Chris will help shape the emotional rhythm of the event — creating moments that move beyond conversation and into something felt. Because sometimes, the most powerful ideas aren’t just heard. They’re experienced.
Ashani Dante (Media Personality)
Women’s Leadership Speaker & Brand Ambassador A passionate thought leader, dynamic speaker, creator, visionary, and Founder of The Flourish Journey (previously known as Flourish Girl). With a background in pediatric speech pathology, she’s a powerful advocate for youth mental health, facilitation, and communication. Over the past 9 years, Ashani has impacted 30,000+ teenage girls lives across 100+ schools through The Flourish Journey. Recognised among Australia’s 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian Australians, her mission is simple: “gifting people access to their own inner power and intuition.” Ashani is also the co-host of Mamamia’s most popular self-development and mental health podcast, But Are You Happy?, where she brings raw honesty, humour, and heart to conversations that help women feel seen, understood, and empowered. Beyond her work in the impact and charity space, Ashani empowers women to embrace their uniqueness and champions cultural diversity and inclusion. As a renowned voice, she has collaborated with Sportsgirl, Lancôme, MECCA, T2, Endota (so much more!) to inspire positive change. Ashani Dante is a trailblazer, guiding women back to their authentic power and potential.
James Kozina (Host)
Philanthropy Leader & Relationship Strategist A relationship-driven leader with over 20 years’ experience across the not-for-profit and education sectors, James brings a people-first approach to philanthropy, partnership building, and large-scale impact. His work centres on connecting individuals, ideas, and opportunities in ways that create meaningful, lasting outcomes. With a background spanning creative direction and the design of large-scale events, James has a strong ability to shape experiences that bring people together with purpose. He is particularly focused on facilitating high-trust philanthropic relationships, helping align values, vision, and opportunity between donors, organisations, and communities. Currently working within higher education, James supports research and innovation initiatives spanning areas such as climate solutions, robotics and AI, and medical technologies. His role sits at the intersection of emerging ideas and the people who can help bring them to life.
Programme Overview
For The Love Of ___
Day 1 | Overview
Day 1 | Overview
Day 2 | Venue Walk-through
Global Impact Summit | Our Why
Global Impact Summit | Our Vision & Purpose
FAQs
- What is the Global Impact Summit?
The Global Impact Summit is a two-day gathering bringing together leaders from across sectors to explore how we can better align business, philanthropy, and community to create meaningful impact.
- Where is the event held?
Day One: State Theatre, Sydney
Day Two: Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Sydney
- What does my ticket include?
Access to Day One (State Theatre)
Access to Day Two (Walsh Bay Arts Precinct)
Curated sessions, panels and workshops
Access to exclusive partner offers
- Who should attend?
This Summit is designed for leaders, founders, funders, creatives, and changemakers — anyone interested in shaping the future of impact.
- Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non-refundable unless otherwise required under Australian Consumer Law.
- Will more speakers be announced?
Yes — new speakers and programme updates will be released regularly in the lead-up to the event.
- Is this a political event?
No. The Summit is designed to be provocative but not political, creating space for passionate, respectful conversation across sectors.
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