International Keynote Speaker for Luxury Brands & Global Conferences
Olivia Buckley, Founder & Managing Director
"What makes Olivia extraordinary as a speaker is the same thing that makes her extraordinary as a leader: she doesn’t traffic in hype. She speaks from lived experience. From disciplined hope. From decisions made under pressure, not theory crafted in hindsight."
Leadership
Connection
Legacy
Olivia Buckley speaks to leaders and luxury brands who want to elevate how they communicate, connect and build long-lasting relationships. Olivia’s approach blends strategic insight with lived experience shaped by more than two decades at the highest levels of luxury service.
The
Velvet Hammer Approach
the most essential tool for your leadership belt
Olivia’s signature approach, The Velvet Hammer, is a grounded, measured way to communicate when the stakes are high. It equips leaders to respond with clarity and impact. It protects relationships in moments that could easily break them. And it brings steadiness to situations where tone, timing and intention determine everything.
A hammer designed to build, not break.
Every leader needs the right tools.
These are the upgrades that will redefine your leadership —
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Strengthen every interaction with composed, intentional communication.
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Guide high-stakes conversations with confidence and steadiness.
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Resolve challenging moments with assurance and poise.
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Build long-term trust through consistent, thoughtful communication.
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For leaders Shaping the Future of Their Business
If your business depends on clarity, connection and the ability to lead people through complex or high-expectation moments, Olivia’s perspective will meet you exactly where you are.
Her experience helps those who want to strengthen relationships and build legacies rooted in human connection.
Those who benefit most from Olivia’s discussions:
- C-suite and senior executive leadership.
- Leaders in luxury hospitality, retail, and experience-driven brands.
- Founders and principals of high-end creative, service and event agencies.
- Family offices, private leadership circles and legacy-focused enterprises.
About
Olivia Buckley
Olivia Buckley is a leading international event planner with 22 years of experience in the luxury industry. She is a driver of compassionate leadership, meaningful client connection and exemplary experiences shaped with intention.
Olivia’s experience working with global clients has shaped a deep understanding of communication, trust and long-term loyalty. Olivia brings forward practical guidance on leading with intention, navigating high-stakes moments and building a reputation that lasts. The essential skills for brands that value excellence and legacy.
Connect
Legacy is shaped by how you communicate.
Use your next event to build a business that lasts.
