Dan Pontefract
Keynote Speaker: Leadership & Culture Strategist; Award-Winning Author & 4-Time TEDx Speaker
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Dan Pontefract Biography
Dan Pontefract is a renowned leadership strategist, author and keynote speaker with over two decades of experience in senior executive roles at companies such as SAP, TELUS and Business Objects. Since then, he has worked with organizations worldwide, including Salesforce, Amgen, the State of Tennessee, Nestle, Canada Post, Autodesk, BMO, the Government of Canada, Manulife, Nutrien, Virgin Media O2, and the City of Toronto, among others.
Pontrefact has written six books as an award-winning and bestselling author: "The Future of Work is Grey," "Work-Life Bloom," "Lead. Care. Win. How to Become a Leader Who Matters," "Open to Think," "The Purpose Effect," and "Flat Army." He also writes for Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and other outlets.
Pontefract is a renowned keynote speaker, who has presented at four TED events and has delivered over 600 keynotes. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Victoria's Gustavson School of Business and has received over 25 industry, individual, and book awards.
Pontefract's career is interwoven with corporate and academic experience, coupled with an MBA, B.Ed., and multiple industry certifications. Notably, Pontrefact is listed on the Thinkers50 Radar, HR Weekly's 100 Most Influential People in HR, LeaderHum's Top 200 Thought Leaders to Follow, and Inc. Magazine's Top 100 Leadership Speakers.
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Dan Pontefract Speaking Topics
In today’s landscape, there are significant challenges that we often overlook: ‘the elephants in the leadership room.’ It’s crucial to not only acknowledge these ‘elephants’ but also learn how to navigate them whether you’re a leader of people or not.
The Reality of Your Busyness
Speed, multitasking, and busyness are the norms today, leaving little time for reflection. Balancing action with reflection is key to maintaining high performance in your team.
Collaborate or Else
Proactive collaboration shapes how work gets done and how you’re perceived. Engaging broadly across the organization leads to better outcomes. Aim to be known as someone open-minded, proactive, and inclusive, fostering performance and collaboration.
Being Relatable and Empathetic
Embrace humility, listening, and empathy. Practicing empathy in interactions with peers and team members creates magic. Remember, your network is your net worth—invest in relating to and championing others.
Outcomes:
Boost Efficiency: Balance action with reflection for top performance and less busyness.
Foster Innovation: Drive success with proactive, inclusive collaboration skills with others.
Strengthen Bonds: Build deeper connections and ties through empathy and humility.
Expand Influence: Grow your impact with meaningful professional relationships.
Transform Leadership: Create a dynamic, inclusive and communicative style of leadership.
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How do I book Dan Pontefract to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Dan Pontefract for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Dan Pontefract, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dan Pontefract, 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 Dan Pontefract speak about?
Dan Pontefract is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Bestselling Authors, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Business Consulting, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Leadership, TED, Future of Work, Futurism, Innovation and Peak Performance.
Where does Dan Pontefract travel from?
Dan Pontefract generally travels from British Columbia, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Dan Pontefract?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dan Pontefract 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 Dan Pontefract for your next private or corporate function.
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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 Dan Pontefract 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.
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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.
Dan Pontefract is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Non-Fiction Authors and Bestselling Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dan Pontefract for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Dan Pontefract generally travels from British Columbia, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Adrian Gostick, Dr. Jackie Freiberg and Keith Ferrazzi. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dan Pontefract for an upcoming event.
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Dan Pontefract Speaking Topics
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The Elephants in the Leadership Room
In today’s landscape, there are significant challenges that we often overlook: ‘the elephants in the leadership room.’ It’s crucial to not only acknowledge these ‘elephants’ but also learn how to navigate them whether you’re a leader of people or not.
The Reality of Your Busyness
Speed, multitasking, and busyness are the norms today, leaving little time for reflection. Balancing action with reflection is key to maintaining high performance in your team.
Collaborate or Else
Proactive collaboration shapes how work gets done and how you’re perceived. Engaging broadly across the organization leads to better outcomes. Aim to be known as someone open-minded, proactive, and inclusive, fostering performance and collaboration.
Being Relatable and Empathetic
Embrace humility, listening, and empathy. Practicing empathy in interactions with peers and team members creates magic. Remember, your network is your net worth—invest in relating to and championing others.
Outcomes:
Boost Efficiency: Balance action with reflection for top performance and less busyness.
Foster Innovation: Drive success with proactive, inclusive collaboration skills with others.
Strengthen Bonds: Build deeper connections and ties through empathy and humility.
Expand Influence: Grow your impact with meaningful professional relationships.
Transform Leadership: Create a dynamic, inclusive and communicative style of leadership.
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How do I book Dan Pontefract to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dan Pontefract 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 Dan Pontefract, 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 Dan Pontefract or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Dan Pontefract for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Dan Pontefract, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dan Pontefract, 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 Dan Pontefract speak about?
Dan Pontefract is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Bestselling Authors, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Business Consulting, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Leadership, TED, Future of Work, Futurism, Innovation and Peak Performance. -
Where does Dan Pontefract travel from?
Dan Pontefract generally travels from British Columbia, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Dan Pontefract?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dan Pontefract 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 Dan Pontefract 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 Dan Pontefract 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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