Motivational Speakers

Karen Jacobsen

Original Australian voice of Siri, The GPS Girl® and international keynote speaker helping audiences navigate change with confidence

Overview

Karen Jacobsen is an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, performer, author and voice artist whose voice is recognised by millions around the world. Best known as the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri and for being heard in more than a billion GPS devices and smartphones, Karen has transformed her unique story into a powerful keynote platform through her globally recognised brand, The GPS Girl®. Combining practical insights, memorable storytelling and live musical performance, Karen helps audiences confidently navigate change, uncertainty and reinvention.

Who is Karen Jacobsen?

Karen Jacobsen is a Queensland-born speaker, singer, songwriter, author and voice-over artist whose career has spanned global stages, international media and some of the world's most recognisable technology platforms. Her voice became familiar to millions as the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri between 2011 and 2014, while also guiding users through countless GPS navigation systems and digital devices worldwide.

A graduate of the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, Karen spent two decades living and performing in New York City. During that time, she appeared on Broadway and off-Broadway stages, performed at iconic venues including Madison Square Garden and Fenway Park, and established herself as both a performer and professional speaker. Inspired by the concept of navigation and recalculating when life takes unexpected turns, Karen created The GPS Girl® brand and developed her signature keynote framework, helping audiences find clarity, direction and confidence in times of change.

Career Highlights

• Original Australian voice of Apple's Siri (2011–2014)
• Voice featured in more than one billion GPS devices, smartphones and software systems worldwide
• Founder of The GPS Girl® empowerment brand
• International TEDx speaker and Global Artist in Residence at High Point University
• Author of Recalculate: Directions for Driving Performance Success
• Author of The GPS Girl's Road Map for Your Future
• Recipient of the National Speakers Association President's Award for Distinguished Service
• Former President of the New York Chapter of the National Speakers Association
• Creator and performer of Misogyny Opus, based on Julia Gillard's historic speech

Key Speaking Themes

• Navigating change through the 5 Directions for Recalculating
• Voice, communication and personal influence
• Building resilience through setbacks and uncertainty
• Personal branding and professional presence
• Reinvention, identity and career transitions
• Performance, confidence and stagecraft

What Your Audience Will Gain

Karen provides audiences with a practical framework for adapting to change, overcoming obstacles and moving forward with greater confidence. Her presentations combine actionable strategies, personal stories and live musical performance to create an engaging and memorable experience. Audiences leave with tools they can immediately apply to leadership, communication, personal development and professional growth.

Ideal For

• Conference opening and closing keynote sessions
• Sales meetings and team development events
• Women in leadership programmes
• Personal development and growth conferences
• Customer experience, communication and branding events
• Gala dinners, awards ceremonies and special events

Frequently Asked Questions...

What does Karen Jacobsen speak about?
Karen Jacobsen speaks about resilience, navigating change, communication, personal branding, leadership, reinvention and her 5 Directions for Recalculating framework.

Who is Karen Jacobsen?
Karen Jacobsen is an international keynote speaker, performer, author, voice artist and the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri.

Why is Karen Jacobsen known as The GPS Girl®?
Karen created The GPS Girl® brand after becoming one of the most recognised navigation voices in the world, using the concept of navigation to teach audiences how to adapt and thrive through change.

What is Karen Jacobsen best known for?
She is best known as the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri and for her work as a global keynote speaker and performer.

Does Karen combine music with her keynote presentations?
Yes. Karen's signature presentations often incorporate live performance at the piano, creating a unique experience that blends inspiration, entertainment and practical learning.

What books has Karen Jacobsen written?
Karen is the author of Recalculate: Directions for Driving Performance Success and The GPS Girl's Road Map for Your Future.

Has Karen Jacobsen spoken internationally?
Yes. Karen has delivered keynote presentations and performances throughout Australia, New Zealand, North America, Asia and other international markets.

Is Karen Jacobsen available for keynote speaking engagements?
Yes. Karen Jacobsen is available for conferences, leadership events, corporate programmes and keynote presentations worldwide.

MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKERS

Karen Jacobsen

Original Australian voice of Siri, The GPS Girl® and international keynote speaker helping audiences navigate change with confidence

Overview

Karen Jacobsen is an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, performer, author and voice artist whose voice is recognised by millions around the world. Best known as the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri and for being heard in more than a billion GPS devices and smartphones, Karen has transformed her unique story into a powerful keynote platform through her globally recognised brand, The GPS Girl®. Combining practical insights, memorable storytelling and live musical performance, Karen helps audiences confidently navigate change, uncertainty and reinvention.

Who is Karen Jacobsen?

Karen Jacobsen is a Queensland-born speaker, singer, songwriter, author and voice-over artist whose career has spanned global stages, international media and some of the world's most recognisable technology platforms. Her voice became familiar to millions as the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri between 2011 and 2014, while also guiding users through countless GPS navigation systems and digital devices worldwide.

A graduate of the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, Karen spent two decades living and performing in New York City. During that time, she appeared on Broadway and off-Broadway stages, performed at iconic venues including Madison Square Garden and Fenway Park, and established herself as both a performer and professional speaker. Inspired by the concept of navigation and recalculating when life takes unexpected turns, Karen created The GPS Girl® brand and developed her signature keynote framework, helping audiences find clarity, direction and confidence in times of change.

Career Highlights

• Original Australian voice of Apple's Siri (2011–2014)
• Voice featured in more than one billion GPS devices, smartphones and software systems worldwide
• Founder of The GPS Girl® empowerment brand
• International TEDx speaker and Global Artist in Residence at High Point University
• Author of Recalculate: Directions for Driving Performance Success
• Author of The GPS Girl's Road Map for Your Future
• Recipient of the National Speakers Association President's Award for Distinguished Service
• Former President of the New York Chapter of the National Speakers Association
• Creator and performer of Misogyny Opus, based on Julia Gillard's historic speech

Key Speaking Themes

• Navigating change through the 5 Directions for Recalculating
• Voice, communication and personal influence
• Building resilience through setbacks and uncertainty
• Personal branding and professional presence
• Reinvention, identity and career transitions
• Performance, confidence and stagecraft

What Your Audience Will Gain

Karen provides audiences with a practical framework for adapting to change, overcoming obstacles and moving forward with greater confidence. Her presentations combine actionable strategies, personal stories and live musical performance to create an engaging and memorable experience. Audiences leave with tools they can immediately apply to leadership, communication, personal development and professional growth.

Ideal For

• Conference opening and closing keynote sessions
• Sales meetings and team development events
• Women in leadership programmes
• Personal development and growth conferences
• Customer experience, communication and branding events
• Gala dinners, awards ceremonies and special events

Frequently Asked Questions...

What does Karen Jacobsen speak about?
Karen Jacobsen speaks about resilience, navigating change, communication, personal branding, leadership, reinvention and her 5 Directions for Recalculating framework.

Who is Karen Jacobsen?
Karen Jacobsen is an international keynote speaker, performer, author, voice artist and the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri.

Why is Karen Jacobsen known as The GPS Girl®?
Karen created The GPS Girl® brand after becoming one of the most recognised navigation voices in the world, using the concept of navigation to teach audiences how to adapt and thrive through change.

What is Karen Jacobsen best known for?
She is best known as the original Australian voice of Apple's Siri and for her work as a global keynote speaker and performer.

Does Karen combine music with her keynote presentations?
Yes. Karen's signature presentations often incorporate live performance at the piano, creating a unique experience that blends inspiration, entertainment and practical learning.

What books has Karen Jacobsen written?
Karen is the author of Recalculate: Directions for Driving Performance Success and The GPS Girl's Road Map for Your Future.

Has Karen Jacobsen spoken internationally?
Yes. Karen has delivered keynote presentations and performances throughout Australia, New Zealand, North America, Asia and other international markets.

Is Karen Jacobsen available for keynote speaking engagements?
Yes. Karen Jacobsen is available for conferences, leadership events, corporate programmes and keynote presentations worldwide.