Karen Jacobsen - The GPS GIRL®

💳 Booking & Investment

What is the financial investment to book Karen for an event? 

Fees for domestic and international keynotes are individually tailored according to the location, audience size, and event complexity. Fee ranges are discussed on a discovery call.

Are multi-day or multi-session packages available? 

Yes, packages combining an opening keynote, an MC role, customized volume orders of Karen’s books, and  Meet & Greet opportunities are available for multi-day events.

How do we check Karen's availability?

Submit your event details directly through our secure online inquiry form or email booking@thegpsgirl.com.

Does Karen work with Speaker Bureaus?

Yes, Karen collaborates closely with leading global speaker bureaus.

What is your cancellation and postponement policy?

Cancellations once contracted include a generous rebooking policy.

🎤 Presentation Styles & Topics

What is Karen’s core presentation topic?

Her signature framework is "The 5 Directions for Recalculating," focusing on navigating change powerfully and connecting with your Inner GPS to drive performance.

What is a "Keynote Concert"?

In addition to a Keynote format, is a high-impact presentation blending actionable strategies with world-class live piano and vocal performances.

Is Karen available to provide a musical performance at our gala awards evening?

Yes, she can be booked as a headline musical performer or a master of ceremonies (MC) for gala evenings, awards nights, and high-profile corporate celebrations.

Can sessions be customized for our industry?

Every keynote undergoes a rigorous discovery process to address your organisation's exact corporate objectives and market challenges.

Does Karen offer virtual presentations?

Yes, she delivers broadcast-quality virtual keynotes and interactive workshops live from her professional studio setup.

✈️ Global Travel & Logistics

Where does Karen travel from?

Karen travels internationally from her dual bases in Australia and the United States.

How are travel expenses billed?

Travel is preferably an agreed upon flat travel fee to simplify corporate sign-off.

Are international visa requirements handled by your team?

Our team maintains active international work visas, but specific country-hosted permits must be cleared by the client.

📍 Event Theme, Event Marketing: GPS, Directions, Reaching Your Destination

We would like to theme our event around GPS and directions. Is Karen available to partner as our overall event ambassador?

Yes, by guiding attendees from start to finish, Karen turns your "GPS" theme into an immersive, high-impact journey rather than a mere tagline. Karen can step into an active ambassadorial role to elevate your entire event ecosystem, her presence providing instant authority and creative continuity. She doesn't just speak about navigation; she is the literal voice of it. 

Can we use Karen’s signature "Aussie GPS voice" status in our event marketing?

Yes, event organizers receive an approved media kit detailing promotional material use.

🎙️ Voiceover, Brand Voice & AI Licensing

Can Karen provide a customized voiceover for our company or event?

Yes, you can book custom voice assets for  event introduction announcements, corporate IVR phone systems, or internal software.

Is Karen available for global brand voice campaigns?

Yes, Karen actively partners with enterprise brands as a vocal ambassador for advertising, tech applications, and media campaigns.

What are the recording facilities?

All voiceover projects are tracked from Karen’s professional, broadcast-quality studio, allowing for rapid global delivery via Source-Connect.

Do you license Karen's voice for AI or text-to-speech models?

Voice licensing for synthetic voice models and machine learning is available through our specialized enterprise contracts.

🎬 Audio-Visual & Production

What are the on-stage AV requirements?

Karen requires a high-quality wireless microphone, for musical performances - a professionally tuned grand piano (or premium digital keyboard), and a dedicated laptop connection.

Are there specific stage layout preferences?

The stage must feature an unobstructed view of both the digital screen and for keynote concerts, the piano setup, for the entire audience.

Will Karen participate in a technical rehearsal?

A mandatory 30-minute audio-visual check is scheduled on-site the day prior to or the morning of the presentation.

Are event organizers permitted to record the session?

Audio or video recording requires prior written consent and a recording rider.

Contact Booking@thegpsgirl.com for a quick response.