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Steve Donahue

Steve Donahue

Keynote Speaker: Sahara Desert Adventurer, Bestselling Author, Corporate Change & Engagement Expert

Steve Donahue Biography

A spellbinding storyteller and motivational speaker, Steve Donahue grabs your attention and never lets go. His highly interactive and deeply researched presentations touch the heart and soul of corporate purpose and individual motivation.

As a young man Donahue crossed the Sahara Desert overland. Decades later he embarked on a 3 year - 72,000 mile global odyssey to find a new story and a reason to tell it. These incredible journeys inspire his work to create legendary leadership in epic organizations as a motivational speaker, leadership trainer and consultant.

He is a bestselling author and international expert in Narrative Intelligence. Donahue’s first book, Shifting Sands: A Guidebook for Crossing the Deserts of Change, has sold over 125,000 copies in half a dozen countries. He has worked with more than 500 of the world’s best organizations to revolutionize change leadership and ignite employee engagement.

Donahue lives on Vancouver Island in Victoria, BC with his wife Maureen, a family lawyer. They have 7 adult children living in Canada, the USA, Europe, Asia and Australia.

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Steve Donahue Speaking Topics

Build an Epic Organization

An epic organization enthralls employees and captivates customers in a way which superlatives struggle to quantify. But it’s the ancient definition of epic that shows us how to build a company deserving of the modern meaning. Like the heroes of those old poems epic organizations need to be on a quest. Leaders must thrive in constant change and everyone must be completely engaged on their journey. Most importantly, epic organizations need to cultivate a compelling narrative that staff, stakeholders and customers want to play a role in and be the heroes of.

In this inspiring presentation Steve Donahue will share his own epic story to illustrate the cutting edge concepts of Narrative Intelligence as a bridge to the future. You will learn how to embed personal and organizational values within stories to guide your career or company during times of groundbreaking change. Steve will show the science that makes narrative so powerful. You will also learn the dominant themes or story lines that function as a compass in your own life and how to leverage that unique narrative content to adapt and capitalize on opportunities while always staying true to your core values. www.stevedonahue.com

Tell an Epic Story

Stories carry values, clarify your mission and build brands. But how to tell your story and what kind of stories to share are crucial when competing for attention in a digital world. In this interactive presentation, master storyteller Steve Donahue will enthral your audience with his narratives while instructing your group to perfect and leverage their own. Using the latest brain research he will show the science behind the art of storytelling that helps you captivate, illuminate and motivate. www.stevedonahue.com

Make an Epic Journey on Shifting Sands

Steve’s classic presentation based on his journey across the Sahara Desert features a powerful metaphor for leading and succeeding in a change environment. Steve will keep you moving together in the right direction whether your change is continuous or episodic, proactive or reactive. His customizable “Rules of Desert Travel” focus on aligning personal and corporate direction, maintaining energy and engagement, teamwork and getting out of your comfort zone. www.stevedonahue.com

EpicThemeWeaver®

Steve Donahue is your keynote speaker, emcee and conference storyteller all-in-one. For the entire conference Steve interacts with delegates on breaks, attends all sessions and functions, then appears on stage as often as possible to weave his thoughts, experiences and insights. He literally tells the story of your conference in real time to deepen the messages and moments from presenters and attendees alike. Make your next multi-day event more cohesive, inclusive and magical with Steve's uniquely inspiring approach. www.stevedonahue.com

Steve Donahue Videos

Steve Donahue: Desert Adventurer, Author, Conference ...

How do I book Steve Donahue to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Steve Donahue 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 Steve Donahue, 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 Steve Donahue or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Steve Donahue for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Steve Donahue, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Steve Donahue are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Steve Donahue, 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 Steve Donahue speak about?

Steve Donahue is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Change Management, Empowerment, Personal Growth, Peak Performance, Business Leadership, Business Coaching, Motivational, Human Resources, Inspirational, Storytelling, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Adventure, Entertainers, Education, Celebrity, Leadership and Travel.

Where does Steve Donahue travel from?

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

Who is the agent for Steve Donahue?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Steve Donahue 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 Steve Donahue 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 Steve Donahue 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.


Steve Donahue is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Change Management and Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Steve Donahue for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Steve Donahue generally travels from Vancouver, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Davidson, Jim Morris and Eric Boles. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steve Donahue for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/07/2024.

Steve Donahue Speaking Topics

  • Build an Epic Organization

    An epic organization enthralls employees and captivates customers in a way which superlatives struggle to quantify. But it’s the ancient definition of epic that shows us how to build a company deserving of the modern meaning. Like the heroes of those old poems epic organizations need to be on a quest. Leaders must thrive in constant change and everyone must be completely engaged on their journey. Most importantly, epic organizations need to cultivate a compelling narrative that staff, stakeholders and customers want to play a role in and be the heroes of.

    In this inspiring presentation Steve Donahue will share his own epic story to illustrate the cutting edge concepts of Narrative Intelligence as a bridge to the future. You will learn how to embed personal and organizational values within stories to guide your career or company during times of groundbreaking change. Steve will show the science that makes narrative so powerful. You will also learn the dominant themes or story lines that function as a compass in your own life and how to leverage that unique narrative content to adapt and capitalize on opportunities while always staying true to your core values. www.stevedonahue.com

  • Tell an Epic Story

    Stories carry values, clarify your mission and build brands. But how to tell your story and what kind of stories to share are crucial when competing for attention in a digital world. In this interactive presentation, master storyteller Steve Donahue will enthral your audience with his narratives while instructing your group to perfect and leverage their own. Using the latest brain research he will show the science behind the art of storytelling that helps you captivate, illuminate and motivate. www.stevedonahue.com

  • Make an Epic Journey on Shifting Sands

    Steve’s classic presentation based on his journey across the Sahara Desert features a powerful metaphor for leading and succeeding in a change environment. Steve will keep you moving together in the right direction whether your change is continuous or episodic, proactive or reactive. His customizable “Rules of Desert Travel” focus on aligning personal and corporate direction, maintaining energy and engagement, teamwork and getting out of your comfort zone. www.stevedonahue.com

  • EpicThemeWeaver®

    Steve Donahue is your keynote speaker, emcee and conference storyteller all-in-one. For the entire conference Steve interacts with delegates on breaks, attends all sessions and functions, then appears on stage as often as possible to weave his thoughts, experiences and insights. He literally tells the story of your conference in real time to deepen the messages and moments from presenters and attendees alike. Make your next multi-day event more cohesive, inclusive and magical with Steve's uniquely inspiring approach. www.stevedonahue.com

Steve Donahue Videos

Steve Donahue: Desert Adventurer, Author, Conference ...

Steve Donahue Reviews

  • Overall a great presentation and well received by our team members!
    Cardinal Health, Inc. - Jun 02 2021

  • How do I book Steve Donahue to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Steve Donahue, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Steve Donahue are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Steve Donahue, 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 Steve Donahue speak about?

  • Where does Steve Donahue travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Steve Donahue 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 Steve Donahue 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 Steve Donahue 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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