Alberta is rich in natural resources, energy, pioneering, and the Calgarian entrepreneurial spirit. Calgary is the 'energy city,' with many North American corporations and energy producers choosing to be based in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains.
Alberta is also a resource and a leading exporter of some of the best leaders, motivational speakers, engaging trainers, inspirational leadership, sales training, business success coaches, innovative consultants, experts, and business expert authors across North America. Calgary is also the choice of thousands of conference planners each year. It is also the gateway to one of the world's most beautiful conference settings. Banff National Park is a short drive from the city. Calgary is the home and/or preferred workplace, of some amazing speakers and trainers from across the world. |
Alphabetical listing of participating Calgary area speakers based in, working, or wanting to work in, the greater Calgary, Alberta area. Click on individual speaker's name to visit their profile listing.
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Contact these Calgary area speakers directly to discuss adding a fresh
Southern Alberta perspective, as well as the 'Calgary Success Connection,'
to your upcoming meeting, convention, or training event. Engage
one of these Calgary area speakers to help ensure it will be an amazing
success. Engage the 'Calgary Success Connection' and leverage the 'Alberta
Advantage' for your team or upcoming event.
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Inspirational Quotes:
Breaking news: Bob 'Idea Man' Hooey was just named the 2011 Spirit of CAPS recipient.
Bob just spoke to 3200 students (grades 3-7) at a Rise Up against bullying rally.
Visit our success articles section to access words of wisdom from our Calgary speakers.
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C: 780-707-0189 Past
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President CAPS Foundation Trustee 2012 President CAPS Edmonton Frequent visits to CAPS Calgary |
Bob
'Idea Man' Hooey,
CKD-Emeritus, Accredited Speaker If you are in leadership, sell for a living, or depend on your ability to persuade for your success... Bob can give you the 'Calgary Success Connection' in hosting a successful meeting or conference, in building a successful career, in selling more, or in leading a more successful organization. Protect your conference investment - leverage your training dollars. Call NOW to engage Canadian Ideaman, Bob Hooey and his profitable, innovative Ideas At Work! for your company, convention, or association gathering. Ideas At Work! - Strategies to Success! Bob's humorous, interactive, conversational and, sometimes provocative style inspire his audiences across North America. As a business, leadership, sales success expert and prolific author, Bob's innovative development programs have helped thousands of leaders and professionals dramatically and profitably increase their effectiveness. Bob 'Idea Man' Hooey will help you inspire, equip, and lead your meeting's audience, association, sales team, or company to greater success! Bob is committed to helping leaders build more effective teams and sales teams become sales leaders. MEN ON A MISSION - Our Women's Empowerment Canada Interview with Bob 'Idea Man' Hooey
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Mark Bernard Mark Bernard is more than an energetic speaker, trainer and sales coach. Mark’s infectious enthusiasm and passion radiate on the platform. Mark is a co-author of the Canadian best seller, “Sales Gurus Speak Out”. He specializes in Telephone Prospecting--Getting the Elusive First Appointment and Closing the Sale, as well as Sales Coaching, Sales Training, Consulting and Personal Development. Mark prides himself on his knack of seeing people’s strengths, and helping them to find methods to overcome both sales and life challenges. He provides his audiences with practical tools. His sales system motivates his audience to put these tools to use to get powerful results. Mark is a business builder. He blends his expertise in sales with the desire to help awaken personal power in others.
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Marlene
Cameron , MBA, CFA, ACC “As in golf, so in life”. Marlene uses the metaphor of golf in her Links to Leadership Success programs to explore the qualities of personal mastery and leadership effectiveness. Participants “play” a virtual golf course and score themselves on the nine keys to success. Topics
include: Given that “How we do anything is how we do everything”, Marlene reveals how our approach to opportunities and challenges in golf can show us how we perform in other areas of our lives. Participants have taken away new insights into to their true strengths, values and willingness to take risks – all key qualities of effective leadership and success - and use this knowledge to master their game and to inspire others. Marlene brings over 20 years of expertise as a business owner, management consultant and financial analyst to her speaking. As a certified coach, she brings her insights into human behaviour and motivation. Her client, Mount Royal Health Center, was the 2006 recipient of the Prism Award presented annually by the Calgary Association of Professional Coaches for “Excellence and business achievement through coaching”. Marlene was the 2008 President of the Calgary Association of Professional Coaches (CAPC). She spearheaded the inaugural Professional Coaches Conference, held in April 2007 in Banff, Alberta. She is a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS). For the past five years, she has produced a monthly newsletter, Life by Design, which invites readers to make more conscious choices for their lives.
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Val Carter, CHRP, CTDP Val Carter helps people create lasting change for personal and professional success. She encourages everyone to turn the mirror on themselves. This is when the fun begins! She’s walked the talk. From over 20 years of experience in the corporate, entrepreneurial, public, and not-for-profit sectors around the world, Val has gained a wealth of knowledge – plus some excellent stories. Val does her homework. This ensures that your audience connects with Val, laughs with her, learns with her - and thanks you! Popular sessions:
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Michelle Cederberg, CSP / MKin, BA Psyc, CEP, Co-Active Coach Giving you The Energy to Succeed in Business & In Life
Health and Productivity Expert, Michelle Cederberg helps people with full schedules and a long list of responsibilities maximize their personal energy so they can optimize their productivity and success. As a highly accomplished speaker, author, educator, fitness professional, life coach and entrepreneur, she equips people to feel their best so they can do their best. With a Masters in Kinesiology, a BA in Psychology, and a specialization in Health and Exercise Psychology, Michelle combines mind, body, and practicality to inspire change! As a Co-Active Life Coach she helps clients find their focus and create a healthier, happier, more fulfilled life. As a Certified Speaking Professional she shares her experiences in a humorous and realistic way with delighted audiences across North America. Through her presentations, products and personality she motivates you to take small steps toward big changes, so you can actually find energy, productivity and success - even with a busy schedule! Work-Life Balance – Stress Management – Exercise Success - Personal Development With Michelle’s Guidance your team will:
Michelle is the author of three books. Her GOT TO IT accountability journal is a ground-breaking resource that supports people on their path to change. Her second book; If Your Life Sucks It’s Your Fault is a fun and provocative pocket-book on personal responsibility. Her first North America wide publication; ENERGY NOW! Small Steps to an Energetic Life will be released January 2012 in book stores everywhere.
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Russ Dantu Russ Dantu is a speaker, trainer, author, and coach. He has been speaking professionally for over 15 years. If you are looking for someone who entertains, educates, inspires and leaves your audience wanting more, look no further! Russ is an expert in the areas of trade shows, customer service, and presentation skills. His workshops and seminars are known to be highly entertaining and filled with group activities to drive the message home and leave your audience with the tools they need for immediate results. With 29 years in the trade show industry and customer service field, he’s a perfect fit for your next conference or convention. He also offers youth workshops and a killer keynote that keeps even the toughest of teenage audiences listening intently! His programs include:
His keynotes include:
In 2009 and 2010, Russ placed in the top 1% out of over 30,000 people competing for the coveted title of World Champion of Public Speaking. Whether you are looking for a break-out session, a 2 hour or half day workshop, a full day seminar, or a keynote to open or close your upcoming event, find out what this award winning speaker can offer your audience! Contact Russ now....you won’t be disappointed!
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Freddi W. Dogterom, CCDP, CPT Audiences have dubbed this award winning speaker, leader and personality trainer "The Tundra Lady”. Freddi Dogterom's popular keynotes showcase the amazing stories of her adventures while working in the High Arctic. Can you imagine a young woman driving a huge truck full of high explosive up the Mackenzie River ice road to the Arctic Ocean? Apply the lessons from this adventure and others to your workplace challenges. Keynotes:
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Sarah Elaine Eaton, PhD Dr. Sarah provokes thought, invites laughter and adds zeal to educational conferences and events. An educator for almost 20 years, Dr. Sarah excels at challenging and inspiring others to think in new ways and then implement what you've learned in actionable ways. Keynote presentations range from 45 minute to 90 minutes and are tailored for you audience. Seminars, workshops and training programs are offered as 90-minute, half-day or full-day interactive presentations. Dr. Sarah's presentations are content-rich and offer practical "how to" tips in the areas of 21st century education, educational trends, e-learning and webinars and literacy and language education. Dr. Sarah Eaton has touched audiences in numerous countries. Her authentic, sincere style is interactive and inspires educators to think in new ways, and then put what they've learned into practice. Call now to book Dr. Sarah for your convention or association.
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Paula
Goebel, B.Comm. Paula
Goebel, Founder of Goebel Communications Group, is
a professional speaker, corporate trainer, and facilitator specializing
in the areas of Business Communications, Leadership, and Personal
Growth. Her workshops and keynote presentations have provided
thousands with practical tools and strategies to gain the competitive
edge in today’s workplace. Her formal education includes a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Alberta and a Business Administration Diploma from NAIT. Paula is an active member of the Canadian Society of Training and Development (CSTD). Paula is a believer that learning should be both informative and fun. Her engaging style and enthusiasm inspire her participants to take action and make positive changes in their lives. Paula
provides fully customized full-day and half-day workshops and
presentations on the following topics: Here’s what they’re saying about Paula . . .
"Paula's presentation skills were electric!” “Our
employees were captivated by her enthusiasm and wealth of knowledge.” “I
was amazed at Paula’s ability to engage the audience.”
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Natashia Halikowski, B.A. (Econ), C.E.C Learn how to refresh your entrepreneurial spirit by tapping into your intuitive and creative intelligence. Learn how dynamic relationships create dynamic results. During a period of more than 20 years, Natashia Halikowski has mentored, trained and inspired entrepreneurs, executives and individuals to realize their goals by harnessing their intuitive wisdom, creating ultimate clarity and embracing dynamic relationships. As
President of Intuitionworks, Natashia integrates systems
and tools in a strategic methodology to help you achieve
personal, professional & organizational empowerment: Natashia Halikowski is a dynamic, personable and sought after expert who establishes immediate rapport with the audience by speaking with passion, inspirational insight, immediately functional content and a sprinkling of intelligent humour. Natashia provides the inspirational, educational and entertaining messages you need to hear to move you forward.
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Karen
Hope Karen Hope, Marketing Expert and President of The Marketing Edge has a 25 year track record for success, developing and implementing marketing campaigns that generate awareness and sales for businesses. Karen’s career history demonstrates her ability to ”Practice what she Preaches.” Her practices have generated results for her own self-built companies: Cattle Boyz Foods Ltd. (1998-2009) and The Marketing Edge Inc (1995-date). Karen created and grew her businesses in highly competitive markets. For Cattle Boyz Foods Ltd, she was the pioneering managing partner/marketer (1998-2009) who grew Cattle Boyz BBQ Sauces into a national brand name. She has also been the key consultant for her own marketing company, The Marketing Edge Inc for 17 years. Before becoming an entrepreneur, she earned Bachelor of Public Relations Degree and spent 10 years working as marketing director for various Alberta shopping centres. She has a strong public speaking background ranging from business and retail seminars/presentations to television stints with the Shopping Channel and radio/ television interviews. Today, she loves to share her experiences and stories with groups who have an interest in learning more about MARKETING. She comes equipped with a colourful power point presentation that keeps audiences entertained and attentive. Topics
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Marco Iafrate, B.Sc.(Hons), MA, IAC-CC, CPT Marco Iafrate is a professional speaker and certified coach sought after for his ability to help organizations develop better learners, creative thinkers and cohesive teams. The result is a work and learning environment that is more productive, more engaged and more profitable giving your organization a true advantage in today’s economy. Marco’s presentations and workshops are filled with inspiring concepts and engaging calls to action designed to help your teams:
Marco is a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers, International Association of Coaches and Certified Professional Trainers Network. A partial list of past speaking clients includes: Petro-Canada, City of Calgary, Medicine Hat Police Services and Environics.
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Alvin
J. Law, CSP Alvin Law is an extraordinary storyteller! No surprise considering the story he has to tell. One of Canada’s first “Thalidomide Babies”, Alvin was born without arms. At the time, everyone agreed this was tragic. But Alvin turned tragedy into triumph. His remarkable parents taught him to and encouraged the use of his feet but more importantly made him understand that what was done was done, what was possible was limited only by imagination and the “Power We Possess!” Alvin Law is an award-winning trombonist, drummer and vocalist. He even plays the drum and a piano (not at the same time) during his show. In fact, trying to describe what he does is as challenging as Alvin’s life has been. In straight talk…Alvin’s program will be one you will never, ever forget. This is, however, not another predictable tale of “person with a physical challenge overcomes obstacles” speech! Like Alvin, there’s more to his story than what’s missing …much more. Alvin’s specialty is keynoting. His passion, his energy, his humor and his honesty are genuinely refreshing. No matter how diverse the audience, Alvin brings them to a common place…humanity. He helps organizations by challenging perceptions, pursuing possibilities and proves by his life alone that the impossible is possible. Alvin has presented over 7,500 programs on six different continents to over 2,000,000 people since 1981. He is the best-selling author of “Alvin’s Laws of Life…5 Steps To Successfully Overcome Anything”. Alvin Law is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), a designation awarded to less than ten percent of professional speakers in the entire world! Most important to Alvin, he is married to Darlene (she also runs their speaking business), is father to twenty-something, Vance (and other assorted pets) and they all live in beautiful Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Patricia
Morgan, MA, CCC Patricia Morgan helps you bounce back from life’s challenges. She provides practical how-to’s that decrease stress and increase resiliency. Her uplifting, insightful, and fun message leaves audiences inspired and enlivened. Patricia Morgan is a certified counselor and holds a Masters degree in Psychology. She is the author of several publications and was chosen as a Woman of Vision by Global TV and the YWCA. Contact Patricia to ask about The Rubber Band Principle: Strategies for Strengthening Your Resilience and her other upbeat presentations.
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Dr. Angela E. Mulrooney, DMD Dr. Angela Mulrooney brings eye-opening and health inspiring presentations to your event. She is passionate about helping people achieve optimal health through optimal care. Her presentations are informative, interactive, and educational. You will walk away with better understanding about how dental health profoundly affects overall health. She also can help with an understanding of how health affects finances. As a keynote speaker, she is available for 45 to 90 minute presentations. She is happy to speak on topics relevant to your audience. Dr. Angela Mulrooney completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine training at the University of Saskatchewan in 2004. She owns a practice in central Calgary. Her practice is based on a medical and preventive model. She has special interest and training in the fields of sleep apnea & snoring, bite therapy, full-mouth reconstruction, and implantology. Aside from dentistry, Angela danced professionally for 7 years performing across Canada. For fun, she rock-climbs, does yogas, goes to the gym, and runs.
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David
Saxby David Saxby will ignite innovative thinking and boost your sales and marketing results. A speaker and trainer for over 20 years and a marketing communications consultant for 30, David is President of Spark Communications Inc. Keynote presentations range from 45 minute to 90 minutes and can be customized for you audience. Seminars or Training programs can be delivered in a 90 min to one and two day presentations and can also be customized for you audience. All presentations are interactive, motivating sessions and packed full of strategies, tactics and tips based on over 30 years of professional experience in the areas of; Creativity and Innovative Thinking, Sales and Marketing and Professional Presentation Skills. David Saxby has served on the CAPS National Board and served a second term as President of the CAPS Calgary Chapter.
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John Simmons, B.A., B.Ed.
John Simmons is a speaker, author, award winning educator and the author of The Power of Humor: Top Ten Ways to Lighten Up Your Workplace (without getting fired!). It could be said that John Simmons is a serious student of humour, but it would be more accurate to say that he's a jovial educator of the benefits of humour, laughter and lightness. John assists organizations and their employees in meeting their goals and fulfilling their potential through the creation and maintenance of productive, healthy, light-hearted workplaces. He does this by helping employees become more focused, laugh more and approach their tasks with a positive sense of purpose. With simple, effective concepts and concrete ideas, he assists people in successfully integrating their work and personal lives. His combination of insight, practicality and humour inspires his audiences to embrace both personal and organizational development. Laugh and learn with John during sessions such as:
Let John’s keynote addresses inspire you and his workshops give you the tools to reduce stress and be more effective at work and in your personal life.
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Louis
Stack, “Reviving your 9 to 5” •
Calgary's Small Business of the Year Award 2002 Calgarian, Louis Stack will engage the audience with a fact filled, FUNctional session on how Better Balance is an asset to the health and well being of people of all ages and abilities. Learn simple solutions that help you foster a better “relationship with gravity”. Much like wearing a seatbelt or brushing your teeth regularly, Louis will show you how forming simple balance maintenance habits will improve your Stability, Agility, Mobility (S.A.M.) for life. Understand why daily use of Balance Boards and/or Active Sitting devices is a simple way to have profound impact on your long-term health. Remember- aging is a good thing compared to the options. Let Louis help guide your group in making sure that they can successfully ”Master the Art of Aging Gracefully” and enjoy a higher quality of life now and in the future.
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Lisa
“Longball” Vlooswyk, B.Ed,
B.A., Canadian Long Drive Champion Lisa has won 7 consecutive National Long Drive Championship titles and is the reigning Canadian Champion, an LDA Tour Champion and is a Nike sponsored athlete. Lisa is currently ranked #2 in the World and she has set a World Record at 350 yards, 2 feet, 2 inches. In addition to hitting the "long ball" Lisa is committed to improving her whole golf game and plays on the Canadian Women's Tour. Her goal is to qualify for the LPGA Canadian Women's Open. When not teeing in up, Lisa is a Golf and Travel Journalist and writes regular columns for several golf publications. Lisa's energetic and enthusiastic personality has also lent itself well to her involvement as a Sports Broadcaster for the Canadian Long Drive Series. Audiences rave about Lisa’s infectious enthusiasm! Her upbeat personality and positive outlook on life has been the key to Lisa’s success athletically and personally. Her effervescence shines through when she speaks and she delights her audiences with fun, humorous and heartbreaking stories that not only motivate and inspire but help teach valuable life lessons that can be applied to success in both business growth and personal aspirations. Lisa speaks to corporations, associations and individual organizations. Her message hits home and delivers results. Drive Determines Distance - Lisa's Core Message Lisa will share her journey with you, how she went from a high handicap recreational golfer 10 years ago to a World Class golfer. She will share tips and insights about discovering what DRIVES you... and how being clear and committed to that purpose determines how far you will go and what success you are able to achieve. Lisa's Keynote will help audiences find clarity in the areas of:
All key tools in a prosperous workplace environment Call Lisa to add energetic spark to your next meeting whether it is a conference, convention or organization event, and she will leave participants feeling the power of DRIVE.
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