Steve Donahue
Keynote Speaker: Best-Selling Author, Sahara Adventurer, Change & Disruption Expert
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Steve Donahue Biography
Steve Donahue helps leaders prosper amidst the ongoing uncertainty of an endlessly changing world. After crossing the Sahara Desert as a young man, Donahue has spent the past three decades translating nomadic agility into practical strategies for modern work.
As the author of the international bestseller "Shifting Sands: A Guidebook for Crossing the Deserts of Change," Donahue has worked with more than 1,000 organizations, including many of the Fortune 50.
His high-energy, story-rich keynotes show audiences how to move faster, adapt smarter and stay human in a tech-disrupted world. He connects his unforgettable desert adventure with today’s changing reality to inspire optimism and action. Donahue equips people to build their “adaptive DNA” so they can embrace constant movement and turn uncertainty into momentum. Whether addressing global corporations or professional associations, Donahue leaves audiences energized and ready for what’s next.
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Steve Donahue Speaking Topics
Change is no longer something you manage — it’s something you live. To succeed, you must activate the nomadic traits humanity relied on for 96% of its history — agility, creativity and collaboration. In this powerful keynote, bestselling author and Sahara adventurer Steve Donahue helps you rediscover your “adaptive DNA” and welcome change as a way of life. Through unforgettable storytelling and actionable insights, Steve shows leaders and teams how to move faster, stay flexible and turn the shifting sands of change into firm ground for growth.
Most organizations treat change as episodic when in reality it’s relentless. To thrive, teams need to think and act like caravans—always moving, always adapting. In this high-energy keynote, multiple bestselling author Steve Donahue shows leaders how to shift from a sedentary to nomadic ethos—developing inner agility, resilience and momentum across their teams. Blending story, humor and urgency, he helps leaders keep their caravans advancing across the unpredictable dunes of disruption.
AI disruption isn’t coming—it’s already here. In this energizing keynote, bestselling author of "Follow Your Compass," Steve Donahue, reveals how to become the person no machine can replace. Drawing from decades of research into Human Intelligence, Steve outlines the 5 Irreplaceable Advantages® that AI will never replicate. Combining storytelling, humor, and practical insight, Steve reveals how mastering “skills that don’t scale” will protect your employability and ensure lasting career value.
Every team wants to belong to something bigger—a mission, a movement, a meaningful story. In this uplifting presentation, Steve Donahue shows leaders how his Epic Story Framework® turns everyday efforts into legendary results. Drawing on his Narrative Intelligence tools, Steve reveals the five storytelling components behind the world’s most successful teams and brands—principles leaders can use to unite and inspire their own. With humor, stories, and strategy, he equips leaders to build a heroic team identity that boosts passion and collaboration in a constantly changing environment.
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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 $10,000 - $20,000 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 Change Management, Personal Growth, Motivational, Inspirational, Storytelling, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Adventure, Leadership, Author, Bestselling Authors, Disruptive Thinking, Future of Work, Futurism and Thought Leadership.
Where does Steve Donahue travel from?
Steve Donahue generally travels from Victoria, 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 Change Management, Personal Growth and Motivational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Steve Donahue for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Steve Donahue generally travels from Victoria, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Davidson, Rocky Bleier and Eric Boles. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steve Donahue for an upcoming event.
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Steve Donahue Speaking Topics
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The Nomad’s Advantage: Unlock Your Adaptive DNA in an AI-Disrupted World
Change is no longer something you manage — it’s something you live. To succeed, you must activate the nomadic traits humanity relied on for 96% of its history — agility, creativity and collaboration. In this powerful keynote, bestselling author and Sahara adventurer Steve Donahue helps you rediscover your “adaptive DNA” and welcome change as a way of life. Through unforgettable storytelling and actionable insights, Steve shows leaders and teams how to move faster, stay flexible and turn the shifting sands of change into firm ground for growth.
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Change Is a Caravan: Build Teams That Embrace Endless Disruption
Most organizations treat change as episodic when in reality it’s relentless. To thrive, teams need to think and act like caravans—always moving, always adapting. In this high-energy keynote, multiple bestselling author Steve Donahue shows leaders how to shift from a sedentary to nomadic ethos—developing inner agility, resilience and momentum across their teams. Blending story, humor and urgency, he helps leaders keep their caravans advancing across the unpredictable dunes of disruption.
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Irreplaceable! – AI-Proof Your Future at Work
AI disruption isn’t coming—it’s already here. In this energizing keynote, bestselling author of "Follow Your Compass," Steve Donahue, reveals how to become the person no machine can replace. Drawing from decades of research into Human Intelligence, Steve outlines the 5 Irreplaceable Advantages® that AI will never replicate. Combining storytelling, humor, and practical insight, Steve reveals how mastering “skills that don’t scale” will protect your employability and ensure lasting career value.
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Tell Your Epic Story: Inspire Engagement for Teams in Transition
Every team wants to belong to something bigger—a mission, a movement, a meaningful story. In this uplifting presentation, Steve Donahue shows leaders how his Epic Story Framework® turns everyday efforts into legendary results. Drawing on his Narrative Intelligence tools, Steve reveals the five storytelling components behind the world’s most successful teams and brands—principles leaders can use to unite and inspire their own. With humor, stories, and strategy, he equips leaders to build a heroic team identity that boosts passion and collaboration in a constantly changing environment.
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Steve Donahue Reviews
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Overall a great presentation and well received by our team members!
Cardinal Health, Inc. - Jun 02 2021
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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 $10,000 - $20,000 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 Change Management, Personal Growth, Motivational, Inspirational, Storytelling, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Adventure, Leadership, Author, Bestselling Authors, Disruptive Thinking, Future of Work, Futurism and Thought Leadership. -
Where does Steve Donahue travel from?
Steve Donahue generally travels from Victoria, 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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