About Tolkz

Inspire. Connect. Transform.

We're building a platform where ideas are shared, connections are made, and transformations begin. Welcome to the future of event experiences.

Our Story

Our Story

Tolkz™ was born out of a vision to create a space where voices are heard, stories are shared, and impact is amplified beyond borders. Founded by Oliver Nshom, a global speaker, author, and public speaking coach, Tolkz started as a movement to bridge the gap between talented speakers and global opportunities. Recognizing the challenges many speakers face in securing paid gigs, Oliver designed Tolkz as a platform to provide visibility, networking, and training to equip speakers with the tools they need to succeed in the industry.

Tolkz™ hosts free 15-minute talks followed by breakout discussions as a marketing strategy, allowing speakers to gain exposure and connect with potential clients. Our unique subscription-based model provides members with access to a network of national and international speaking engagements, enabling them to monetize their expertise while building a sustainable career in public speaking.

Today, Tolkz has grown into a vibrant marketplace where thousands of events find their perfect attendees, and where people discover experiences that transform their perspectives, skills, and connections.

Mission & Vision

Guiding principles that drive everything we do

Our Mission

To create a global platform that empowers speakers by providing them with opportunities to share their voices, expand their reach, and secure paid speaking engagements worldwide.

Our Vision

To be the leading global network for professional and aspiring speakers, revolutionizing the speaking industry by making it more accessible, diverse, and impactful. We envision a world where every speaker with a message has the opportunity to be heard on an international stage.

Our Values

At Tolkz™, our foundation is built on the timeless principles found in Galatians 5:22—"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness." These values guide our mission, our interactions, and our commitment to empowering speakers worldwide.

Love

We foster a supportive and inclusive community where speakers uplift and inspire one another.

Joy

We create an environment where passion and purpose drive every speaking engagement.

Peace

We promote harmony, respect, and meaningful dialogue in all our interactions.

Patience

We believe in nurturing growth, understanding that success in speaking is a journey.

Kindness

We lead with generosity, helping speakers build confidence and share their messages.

Goodness

We uphold integrity and excellence in all aspects of our work.

Faithfulness

We stay committed to our mission of amplifying voices and creating global impact.

Meet The Team

The passionate people behind Tolkz

Oliver Nshom

Oliver Nshom

Founder & CEO

7x Founder | Thought Leader in Public Speaking & Innovation I Author of 15 books | Award-Winning International Speaker | Speaker of the Year (CANASA 2025) | 16+ Countries | Speaker Coach

Adedamola Olawale

Adedamola Olawale

CTO

A tech innovator with a background in AI and Software Development, Adedamola is the architect behind our platform's intuitive and powerful features.

Glaiza Mae Gunay

Glaiza Mae Gunay

Administrative Coordinator

With a passion for building thriving communities, Glaiza ensures our platform connects the right speakers with eager, engaged audiences.

Our Journey

Milestones that mark our path to success

November 2024

The Idea Is Born

Our founders first conceptualize Tolkz as a solution to fragmented event discovery experiences.

December 2024

Seed Funding Secured

We secure our initial investment to build the first version of the Tolkz platform.

February 2025

Beta Launch

The first beta version of Tolkz launches with early-adopter event organizers.

March 2025

Public Launch

Tolkz officially launches to the public, featuring various events and onboarding of speakers.

Today

Continuing Our Journey

With operations in a number of countries and several users, we continue to innovate and expand the Tolkz platform.

What People Say

Testimonials from our community

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David Miller

Marketing Director

"Tolkz has transformed how we organize our quarterly industry conferences. The platform's intuitive interface and powerful tools have helped us increase attendance by 40% and streamline our entire event management process."

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Sophia Garcia

Professional Speaker

"As someone who speaks at over 30 events annually, Tolkz has been a game-changer. I can manage my bookings, interact with organizers, and reach new audiences all in one platform. My booking rate has increased by 25% since joining."

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Alex Thompson

Event Attendee

"I've discovered incredible events and speakers through Tolkz that I would never have found otherwise. The personalized recommendations are spot-on, and the ticket purchasing process is seamless. It's my go-to app for finding meaningful experiences."

Ready to Join the Tolkz Community?

Whether you're organizing events, speaking at them, or just looking for meaningful experiences, we'd love to have you join us.