Sanja Hendrick is an award-winning public speaking coach, corporate MC, and founder of Talent Academy—Australia’s only collective of communication specialists. With over two decades of experience as a theatre performer, Sanja has trained speakers and leaders across Australia and major cities in China.
Since founding Talent Academy in 2013, Sanja has grown it into a nationally recognized training hub, helping clients secure over $20 million in funding through strategic pitch coaching . Her team is known for blending theatre-based techniques with AI-powered tools like Yoodli to deliver data-driven results.
Sanja's accolades include the Great Companies International Women Entrepreneur Award, Mentor of the Year with Startup Adelaide, a finalist with Ausmumpreneur and she has been a finalist in the South Australian Community Achievement Awards. She serves as the in-house pitch expert at the University of Adelaide’s ThincLab, coaching entrepreneurs, executives, and defence innovators to distill complex information into impactful messages.
Known for her practical, no-fluff approach, Sanja specializes in translating technical detail into compelling, audience-focused communication that drives results. Whether you're briefing a board, presenting a proposal, or navigating layered stakeholder environments, her methods ensure your message cuts through.