Meet Jason Blyth
Jason Blyth is a keynote speaker, youth advocate, and thought leader on responsibility, resilience, and human potential.
Having experienced severe childhood abuse, addiction, and adversity, Jason's life demonstrates what becomes possible when people refuse to be defined by their circumstances and choose to take ownership of their future.
Through his signature framework, Reclaim the Pen™, Jason challenges audiences to embrace responsibility, harness the power of choice, and become active participants in shaping their lives, leadership, and legacy.
Beyond the stage, Jason advocates for child protection, abuse prevention, institutional accountability, and systemic reform. He believes we have a responsibility not only to improve ourselves, but to create stronger communities, better systems, and a safer future for the next generation.
What makes Jason unique is his ability to bridge personal transformation and societal change. His work challenges people to think bigger than themselves, raise their standards, and recognise the role they play in shaping the future.
Whether speaking to students, leaders, organisations, policymakers, or community groups, Jason's mission remains the same:
Better People. Better Systems. Better Generations.
✅ What Others Say: "I have never been so emotionally connected to, or profoundly impacted by any speaker. Ever!" Peter Merrett CSP Australia's 2024 Keynote Speaker of the Year
"I've spent the last 30 years travelling the world, speaking at conferences and seeing the best of the best. Jason is a man making a mark on this planet. If you're organising an event, crawl over broken glass to have him on the agenda. He moves people, inspires people, and delivers brilliant content and takeaways." Ian Stephens CSP Hall of Fame Speaker
"Jason's life story is remarkable. What makes his presentation powerful is the eloquence with which he shares it and the messages he draws from it that have application for all of us. I highly recommend you consider Jason for your next conference. He is a rare talent." Steve Simpson CSP
"Jason talked about the power of choice and it rocked me to my core. He is a brilliant storyteller and I truly believe we're going to see him on the biggest stages around the world." Therese Tarlinton The Brand Matchmaker
My Why
I believe a better future is everyone's responsibility. Through my speaking, I help people reclaim ownership of their lives and realise their potential. Through my advocacy, I work to strengthen the systems that protect vulnerable children. Both are driven by a belief that we are stewards of what comes next, responsible for leaving people, systems, and future generations better than we found them.
My Accomplishments
✔️ International inline speed skater, multiple National Champion, multiple international medallist, and top-10 finisher at the Junior World Championships. ✔️ Competed in New Zealand's National Youth League soccer competition. ✔️ Awarded a Prime Minister's Scholarship. ✔️ International recording artist who featured on a track with Ludacris and recorded with world-renowned producers behind artists including Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, Macy Gray, and Snoop Dogg. ✔️ Multiple-time Toastmasters Speech Contest winner at Club, Area, Division, and District levels. ✔️ Youth advocate working to advance child protection, abuse prevention, institutional accountability, and systemic reform. ✔️ Creator of the Reclaim the Pen™ framework. ✔️ Keynote speaker trusted by schools, community organisations, leadership groups, conferences, and corporate audiences.
Fun facts
✔️ I speak Afrikaans. ✔️ I'm a regular podcast guest and media contributor. ✔️ I own a visual storytelling business helping thought leaders amplify ideas that matter. ✔️ I spend a lot of time thinking about the future we're leaving the next generation. ✔️ I ask big questions for a living.
How I can help
Taking ownership of your life, leadership, and future.
Turning adversity into resilience, growth, and purpose.
Unlocking human potential through responsibility and action.
Building cultures of accountability, ownership, and trust.
Creating better systems for future generations.
More from Jason Blyth
Main Stage at the Global Speakers Summit 2026 ↗
A moment from my keynote where I speak of the systemic failure in protecting a young boy I used to know.
Speaker Showreel ↗
My 2026 Keynote Speaker Showreel
My Signature Story ↗
The climax to my keynote speech titled The Power of Choice
Ian Stephens CSP Testimonial ↗
Ian Stephens is a Hall of Fame professional speaker from Australia.
Steve Simpson CSP Testimonial ↗
Steve Simpson is a Life Member of Professional Speakers Australia.
Therese Tarlinton Testimonial ↗
Therese Tarlinton is the owner of the Brand Matchmaker and professional speaker.
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