About BighetUmul
Transforming communication skills across Australia for over 15 years
Our Story
Founded in 2010, BighetUmul began as a small communication training company with a simple yet powerful mission: to help Australians find their voice and communicate with confidence. What started as weekend workshops in Melbourne has grown into Australia's premier public speaking training organization, serving thousands of students across the country.
Our founder, Dr. Margaret Thompson, recognized the critical gap between technical expertise and communication skills in the Australian workforce. After years of working as a corporate trainer and witnessing talented professionals struggle to articulate their ideas effectively, she established BighetUmul to bridge this gap through comprehensive, practical training programs.
Our Mission
To empower individuals across Australia with the communication skills and confidence needed to excel in their personal and professional lives. We believe that effective communication is the foundation of success, and everyone deserves access to world-class training that transforms their ability to connect, influence, and inspire others.
Our Vision
To be Australia's leading authority in communication training, recognized for our innovative methodologies, exceptional results, and commitment to student success. We envision a future where every Australian has the confidence and skills to communicate their ideas powerfully and authentically.
Our Core Values
Excellence
We maintain the highest standards in all our training programs, continuously refining our methodologies to deliver exceptional results for every student.
Authenticity
We believe in helping people find their unique voice rather than forcing them into a predetermined mold. Authentic communication is powerful communication.
Empowerment
Our goal is to give students the tools, techniques, and confidence they need to continue growing long after their training with us is complete.
Innovation
We stay at the forefront of communication training by incorporating the latest research, technology, and pedagogical approaches into our programs.
Our Journey
Foundation
BighetUmul was founded in Melbourne with the first public speaking workshop attended by 12 participants. Dr. Margaret Thompson launched the company with a vision to transform communication skills across Australia.
Expansion
Expanded operations to Sydney and Brisbane, introducing specialized corporate training programs. Reached the milestone of training 500 students and established partnerships with major Australian corporations.
Recognition
Received the Australian Training Excellence Award for innovative communication training methodologies. Launched online courses to reach students across regional Australia.
Innovation
Introduced advanced video analysis technology and personalized coaching programs. Opened training centers in Perth and Adelaide, bringing our total student count to over 2,000.
Digital Transformation
Launched hybrid training programs combining in-person and virtual learning. Developed proprietary assessment tools and expanded our instructor team to 25 certified trainers.
Future Forward
Celebrating 15 years of excellence with over 2,500 students trained. Continuing to innovate with AI-powered feedback systems and expanding our reach to help even more Australians find their voice.
Our Approach
At BighetUmul, we believe that effective public speaking is both an art and a science. Our comprehensive approach combines proven psychological principles with practical techniques, ensuring that every student develops both the skills and confidence needed for long-term success.
Personalized Learning
Every student receives individual attention and customized feedback based on their unique strengths, challenges, and goals.
Practical Application
Our courses emphasize hands-on practice with real-world scenarios, ensuring students can immediately apply their new skills.
Ongoing Support
We provide continued mentorship and resources to help students maintain and further develop their communication skills.