The Brief:

Held at the Australian Chamber Orchestra in Sydney, Culture Shapers was a landmark event created by Groundswell Giving in partnership with the Hollywood Climate Summit. Designed to ignite a fresh wave of climate communication, the invitation-only program brought together 150 of Australia’s most influential media and cultural voices, from radio hosts and podcasters to journalists, producers and filmmakers.

With a federal election on the horizon and climate and energy issues becoming increasingly central to public debate, the goal was clear: equip those shaping Australia’s everyday narratives with the tools to weave climate solutions into stories that resonate with mainstream audiences.

The Collaboration:

With a strong sense of the tone and energy they wanted to strike, event organiser Sam Watson-Wood turned to acta to engage Matt Okine for the role of MC. Working through acta, Sam was connected directly with Matt’s manager at Century Artists, Liz Smith, and from the very first enquiry, the process was smooth and straightforward.

acta’s document section enabled seamless communication, allowing Sam to upload and share all essential materials including the event run sheet and speaking brief. This ensured both Matt and his team were kept in the loop and well prepared, making it easy to align on expectations, logistics and tone.

Matt brought humour, warmth and clarity, exactly the tone we needed. Booking through acta made the whole process fast, easy and professional. - Sam Watson-Wood (Director, Friends with Strangers)

The Outcome:

The day featured a rich mix of keynotes, panels, and live performances that explored everything from climate science and misinformation to the power of storytelling and the media’s role in shaping national understanding. At the centre of it all was Matt Okine, who opened and hosted the event with a disarming blend of humour, warmth, and grounded insight that helped set the tone for the day.

His ability to connect climate to everyday life made the topic feel accessible, inspiring attendees to see their role in shaping a more constructive national conversation.

Culture Shapers was a great fit for Matt, and acta opened the door to that opportunity. It’s a brilliant way for talent to connect with events that truly align. - Liz Smith (Talent Manager, Century Artists)

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