Doug Smith

Doug Smith

Keynote Speaker: Author of "Happiness", Former CEO of Kraft Foods Canada and Best Brands

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Doug Smith Biography

Doug Smith was a successful business executive serving as CEO of Kraft Foods Canada, Chairman/CEO of Borden Foods Corporation and most recently Chairman/CEO of Best Brands Corporation. Since 2004, he has dedicated himself to learning about, practicing and sharing that which enables people to live and lead abundantly. or the past seven years, he has taught the most popular winter term course at DePauw University: The Skills of Happiness.

He frequently lectures at Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA and Tucson, AZ. He is a sought after speaker for corporate and educational events and conferences.

Happiness: The Art of Living with Peace, Confidence and Joy is his first book. All his profits from the book are donated directly to cancer research. Doug has an MBA from Dartmouth and a BA and honorary doctorate from DePauw University.

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Doug Smith Speaking Topics

THE SKILLS OF HAPPINESS

Everyone wants to be happy and for good reason. The happiest among us have better relationships, are more productive, make better leaders and team members, have better health, they actually live longer. This program provides and overview of the skills that are required to have peace about the past, confidence in the future and to live in the present with joy and exuberance ... the skills required to be happy.

Doug Smith Videos

Living Abundantly: Doug Smith at TEDxColumbus - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book Doug Smith for a speaking engagement?

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Where does Doug Smith travel from?

Doug Smith generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Doug Smith?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Doug Smith 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 Doug Smith for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Doug Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Doug Smith for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Doug Smith generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jon Favreau, Christopher McQuarrie and Hayden Christensen. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Doug Smith for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Doug Smith Speaking Topics

  • THE SKILLS OF HAPPINESS

    Everyone wants to be happy and for good reason. The happiest among us have better relationships, are more productive, make better leaders and team members, have better health, they actually live longer. This program provides and overview of the skills that are required to have peace about the past, confidence in the future and to live in the present with joy and exuberance ... the skills required to be happy.

Doug Smith Videos

Living Abundantly: Doug Smith at TEDxColumbus - YouTube
  • How do I book Doug Smith to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Doug Smith 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 Doug Smith, 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 Doug Smith or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Doug Smith for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Doug Smith, 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 Doug Smith, 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.
  • Where does Doug Smith travel from?

    Doug Smith generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Doug Smith?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Doug Smith 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 Doug Smith 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 Doug Smith 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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