Nigel Collin is a renowned business strategist and speaker, best known for his message that business growth and innovation are a "Game of Inches," achieved through small, consistent changes rather than a single big idea. As the Founder of the Ingenious Oz Project and Thinkativity, Nigel has interviewed hundreds of Australia's top entrepreneurs and business leaders, gaining unique insights into innovation, leadership, and change. His practical approach to business has made him a sought-after speaker both in Australia and internationally, helping organisations achieve lasting results through everyday innovation.
Nigel's career began early when he founded his first business at the age of twenty and sold it by twenty-one. He went on to build Absurd Entertainment, one of Australia's first and largest entertainment design companies, playing key roles in major events like the 2000 Sydney Olympics and the Sydney Royal Easter Show. His extensive experience in the creative sector and his passion for innovation have driven him to inspire others, particularly through his work with the Ingenious Oz Project, where he travelled solo across Australia to document and share the stories of ingenious Australians.
An alumni of the Disney Institute, a TEDx speaker, and the author of two books, including Game of Inches released in 2016, Nigel has also served as an advisor to Ministers of Parliament, C-Suite executives, and entrepreneurs across various industries. His belief that innovation belongs to everyone, not just the giants of business, and his dedication to helping people fulfil their ideas, make him a practical and engaging speaker who delivers real, lasting business benefits.
