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Arlene Dickinson

Arlene Dickinson

Keynote Speaker: Former Dragon on CBC TV's "Dragons’ Den," Bestselling Author, Founder & General Partner of District Ventures Capital

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Arlene Dickinson Biography

Nationally recognized as one of the top business leaders in Canada, Arlene Dickinson is the Founder and General Partner of District Ventures Capital. She has had the wonderful experience of being a Dragon on the award-winning show Dragons’ Den for 15 seasons – making her the longest running female Dragon in the show’s history. She is also a three-time best-selling author and a seasoned public speaker, frequently travelling the country to speak and inspire teams, students and leaders.

Dickinson immigrated to Canada with her family at age three, arriving with few belongings but full of hope and excitement at the prospect of a new life. Deeply influenced by the curiosity and gratitude that her father, a teacher, displayed towards their adopted country, Dickinson set out to make the most of the opportunity. While working at a TV station, Dickinson was introduced to world of marketing, and quickly fell in love. While raising four kids, she climbed up the ladder, eventually owning and running her own business.

Dickinson now sits on many public and private boards and is highly active in community organizations, with an enduring passion for health, food and beverage and women in business. She is deeply involved in various charities and foundations and has made a priority of giving back to the communities and the country that afforded her the opportunity to have such an incredible life and career.

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Arlene Dickinson Speaking Topics

Inspiring Speaking Topics

Years of working alongside Canada’s top businesses has given Arlene deep insight on a wide variety of topics. From marketing and branding to the value of leadership and relationships, Arlene has inspired and motivated teams across many different sectors. Her own amazing story, and her astonishing achievements as a woman in a male-dominated environment, has shaped a unique perspective on important life lessons on the path to success and happiness. Her experience as a Dragon has given her the skills to communicate to a wide variety of audiences, from business leaders to graduating students.

Arlene Dickinson Videos

Canada Files Season 2 Ep. 7: Arlene Dickinson
TEDxYouth@Toronto 2011 - Arlene Dickinson

How do I book Arlene Dickinson to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Arlene Dickinson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Arlene Dickinson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Arlene Dickinson or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Arlene Dickinson for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Arlene Dickinson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Arlene Dickinson are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Arlene Dickinson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Arlene Dickinson speak about?

Arlene Dickinson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Marketing, Executive Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Motivational and Leadership.

Where does Arlene Dickinson travel from?

Arlene Dickinson generally travels from Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Arlene Dickinson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Arlene Dickinson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Arlene Dickinson for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Arlene Dickinson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Arlene Dickinson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Marketing, Executive Leadership and Entrepreneurship. The estimated speaking fee range to book Arlene Dickinson for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Arlene Dickinson generally travels from Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sylvia Acevedo, Sherry Lansing and Alexandra Wilkis Wilson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Arlene Dickinson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/10/2024.

Arlene Dickinson Speaking Topics

  • Inspiring Speaking Topics

    Years of working alongside Canada’s top businesses has given Arlene deep insight on a wide variety of topics. From marketing and branding to the value of leadership and relationships, Arlene has inspired and motivated teams across many different sectors. Her own amazing story, and her astonishing achievements as a woman in a male-dominated environment, has shaped a unique perspective on important life lessons on the path to success and happiness. Her experience as a Dragon has given her the skills to communicate to a wide variety of audiences, from business leaders to graduating students.

Arlene Dickinson Videos

Canada Files Season 2 Ep. 7: Arlene Dickinson
TEDxYouth@Toronto 2011 - Arlene Dickinson
  • How do I book Arlene Dickinson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Arlene Dickinson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Arlene Dickinson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Arlene Dickinson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Arlene Dickinson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Arlene Dickinson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Arlene Dickinson are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Arlene Dickinson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Arlene Dickinson speak about?

    Arlene Dickinson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Marketing, Executive Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Motivational and Leadership.
  • Where does Arlene Dickinson travel from?

    Arlene Dickinson generally travels from Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Arlene Dickinson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Arlene Dickinson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Arlene Dickinson for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Arlene Dickinson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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