Kerry O’Keeffe

Leg Spinning all rounder for NSW, Somerset and Australia.

Famous for his wit, wisdom, and penchant for sport, Kerry O'Keeffe is a favourite among audiences who enjoy his unique style and presentation.  Kerry O'Keeffe is a natural entertainer.  With his larger-than-life personality, this former Test cricketer enjoys a highly successful media career.  His quick and wicked humour, knowledge and interest in all things sport won him a gig as a regular guest on the popular TV show “The Fat”.  Since then, he has never been very far from centre stage in the media.

Kerry O'Keeffe's interest in sport has never waned.  He continues strong links with Australia's favourite game as a commentator for ABC Radio and as a specialist tutor to aspiring young leg spinners at the AIS Cricket Academy in Adelaide and the young NSW Emerging Blues.  He understands all facets of the game and its administration, from performance at the elite level, to its grassroots operations.

The inevitable highs and lows throughout his sporting and personal life have given Kerry O'Keeffe a special understanding of being human.  His failure to adapt to the setbacks and adversity of his initial cricket after-life forged a strong character with valuable insights into the impact of the sporting spotlight that he shares generously and eloquently with others.  He has a firm belief in the value of honest communication and mentoring in the work place and on the sporting field.

Kerry O'Keeffe's vast knowledge forms the basis of an anecdote-spiced presentation sure to have you laughing your socks off one minute and searching within the next. The man with the most distinctive laugh in the electronic media is both entertaining and provocative.

Ron Ramsey

Ron Ramsey came to Newcastle Region Art Gallery from the National Gallery of Australia where his most recent position was Assistant Director Development, Marketing and Commercial Operations. Ron’s career at the NGA also included positions as Lecturer, Manager of Travelling Exhibitions, Head of Education and Public Programs and General Manager of Access Services.

He has worked at the National Gallery of Victoria, The Australian Bicentennial Authority and the Australia Council for the Arts. In 1993 Ron managed the Australian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale and from 2004-2007 was appointed to the Embassy of Australia in Washington DC as Australia’s Cultural Attaché to the United States of America.