A Story That Stays With You
Josh Komen has lived through what most people can’t imagine. Once one of the fastest middle-distance runners in New Zealand, he was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia at just 23.
Twice.
His journey includes a stem cell transplant, a medically induced coma, multiple heart attacks, and years of intensive treatment overseas. But Josh didn’t just survive. He learned how to live with meaning, perspective and purpose and now shares that message of hope on stages across the country.
Audiences don’t just listen to Josh. They feel his story. They walk away thinking differently.
Why Book Josh to Speak?
Josh speaks to the part of us that knows life can be difficult. His keynotes cut through the noise with real-world experience, emotional intelligence and lessons that stay with people long after the event.
Whether your team is navigating change, overcoming stress, or simply needs to reconnect with what matters most, Josh’s message lands.
He doesn’t offer hype or fluff. He offers insight, perspective, and practical inspiration that builds personal resilience and strengthens collective culture.
His style is relatable, humble and deeply human. He connects equally well with executives, rural workers, teenagers and professional athletes.
Josh tailors every talk
Josh Komen’s message is built on lived experience, not theory. Through his journey, he shares powerful insights on courage, resilience, and the strength it takes to adapt when life unravels.
He speaks openly about mental health, the importance of asking for help, and the healing power of honest connection with ourselves and with others. In moments of loss or identity shift, Josh helps people rediscover who they are beneath the roles they once held.
Grounded in both personal truth and the wisdom of thinkers like Viktor Frankl, he shows how meaning can emerge from even the darkest moments and how that meaning can become the foundation for growth.
Who Josh Speaks To
Some struggles are seen; some are hidden. But no ones book is blank.
I have an epic story to tell. It's a tough story but a valuable story. It's everyone's story. Life is hard, it's difficult and it's challenging. However, those challenges have the potential to build courage within us.
What people say about Josh
Million Dollar Tradie Intensive
He had the audience laughing and crying. A standout speaker and a great human.
Sales Summit 2024
Josh’s keynote had 150 tough rural folk on their feet. The impact was immediate and long-lasting.
Crusaders Rugby
The Crusaders were inspired by Josh’s inner belief. His story is powerful. He is a warrior.
Ready to Book Josh to Speak at Your Event?
If you’re looking for a speaker who can bring emotional depth, real-life experience and practical tools to your audience — Josh Komen brings it all with honesty and heart.
His story won’t just be remembered. It will be felt.