Keynote Speakers in Calgary
Calgary audiences span energy, agriculture, finance and a fast-growing tech scene, and they respond to straight talk. These speakers bring practical takeaways on leadership, change and resilience that land with both field teams and boardrooms.
Spoken Artists books keynote speakers for conferences at the TELUS Convention Centre and BMO Centre, Stampede-season client events and leadership retreats in Banff and Canmore.
Relevance to energy, agriculture and industrial teams
Stories about change and resilience, not theory
Experience with mixed field and executive audiences
A free intro call with your committee
Dr. Karen MacNeill
Peak-Performance Psychologist to Canada’s Olympic Athletes
Kara Hardin
Mental health educator and Registered Psychotherapist helping high achievers make work human again
Sandy Brondello
Inaugural Head Coach, Toronto Tempo | WNBA Champion | Olympic Medalist
Jennifer Brace
Futurist on Future of Work, Innovation, and Well-Being
Commander Paul Smith
Decorated Naval Officer | History-Making Commander | Leadership Strategist
Scott Schieman
The sociologist rewriting what work means.
Brad Stulberg
The performance thinker for a chaotic decade.
Mark Shapiro
President & CEO, Toronto Blue Jays
Derek “Drex” Jancar
Co-Founder, The Remix Project | Chief Executive Officer, October's Very Own (OVO)
Sean Riley
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Dude, DUDE Wipes | Brand Builder | Innovator
Danielle Campo
World-Record Paralympic Athlete Focused on Resilience and High Performance
Alyssa Ages
Author, Journalist & Competitive Strongwoman Speaking on Performance and Mental Strength
Anne Belliveau
Transformation Strategist. Former Chief Experience Officer, Cirque du Soleil
LCol (Ret’d) Maryse Carmichael
Canada’s First Female Snowbird Pilot
Marc Champagne
Speaker · Bestselling Author · Mental Fitness Strategist & Futurist
Ekow Nimako
Visual Artist Exploring Culture, Identity & Collaboration
Melissa Arnot Reid
World-Record Holding Adventurer & Author, "Enough" Climbing Toward a True Self on Mount Everest
Avery Swartz
Tech Educator, Bestselling Author & Founder of Camp Tech
Stacey Allaster
Former CEO, Professional Tennis (USTA) + US Open Tournament Director | Forbes “Most Powerful Woman in Sport”
Dr. Ellen Choi
Organizational Behaviour & Leadership Strategist. Founder, TMU Wellness Lab
Jake Karls, Lezlie Karls & Nick Saltarelli
Co-Founders | Rule Breakers | Brand Builders
Dr. Miriam Kirmayer
Clinical Psychologist Focused on Relationships & Workplace Connection
Brian Scudamore
Bestselling Author. Founder & CEO: 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Dragon, CBC's Dragons Den
Connor Emeny
World-Record Holding Athlete & Author of All In on Resilience and High Performance
Are there keynote speakers based in Calgary?+
Speakers based in or near Calgary on the Spoken Artists roster include Dr. Karen MacNeill. Booking a local speaker usually saves on travel and makes short-notice dates easier.
How much does a keynote speaker cost in Calgary?+
Fees depend on the speaker, date, format and travel. Share your budget and Spoken Artists will shortlist speakers for your Calgary event who fit it, with exact quotes within one business day.
Do speakers travel to Calgary for in-person events?+
Yes. Spoken Artists speakers keynote in Calgary regularly, in person or virtually. Travel is included in a clear all-in quote.
Can I meet the speaker before I book?+
Yes. Every speaker on the Spoken Artists roster offers a free introductory Zoom call so you can test chemistry and tailor the keynote before committing.