Dan Pontefract

Dan Pontefract

Keynote Speaker: CEO of Pontefract Group, Best-Selling Author, Adjunct Professor

Dan Pontefract Biography

Dan Pontefract is the CEO and founder of the Pontefract Group, focusing on improving corporate culture and leadership. He is also the best-selling author of four books: "LEAD. CARE. WIN. How to Become a Leader Who Matters," "OPEN TO THINK," "THE PURPOSE EFFECT," and "FLAT ARMY." A recognized authority on leadership, he has presented at four different TED events, including a TEDx talk titled "How Schools Can Save Companies From Collapsing." Pontefract writes for Forbes and Harvard Business Review and is an adjunct professor at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business.

Throughout his career, Pontefract has earned more than 20 industry awards. His work as former Chief Envisioner and Chief Learning Officer at TELUS—a Canadian telecommunications company—saw him launch the Transformation Office, the TELUS MBA, and the TELUS Leadership Philosophy, initiatives that significantly increased the company’s employee engagement to nearly 90%. Before his time at TELUS, he held senior roles at SAP, Business Objects, and BCIT. Pontefract's "OPEN TO THINK" won the 2019 getAbstract International Book of the Year.

Today, besides leading the Pontefract Group, Pontefract is noted for his dynamic and engaging speaking style, emphasizing compassionate leadership, purpose, and collaborative environments. His keynotes cover vital topics such as self-leadership, corporate culture, and the importance of empathy and purpose in leadership, introducing strategies to improve both organizational and individual thinking. Recognized repeatedly for his contributions to the field, Pontefract has been included on the Thinkers50 Radar list and named one of the 100 Most Influential People in HR for 2021 by HR Weekly and one of the Top 200 Thought Leaders to Follow in 2021 by PeopleHum.

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Dan Pontefract Speaking Topics

Leadership, purpose, corporate culture, teamwork, employee engagement, productivity

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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 Authors, Corporate Strategy, Human Resources, Consulting, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Leadership and Strategic Leadership.

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.

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Dan Pontefract is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Corporate Strategy and Human Resources. 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 Ori Brafman, Dave Logan, PhD and Jason Selk. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dan Pontefract for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Dan Pontefract Speaking Topics

  • Leadership, purpose, corporate culture, teamwork, employee engagement, productivity

Dan Pontefract Videos

Dan Pontefract Reel
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Dan Pontefract: 5 Things Learned from Creating a Virtual ...
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The Purpose Effect | Dan Pontefract | TEDxSFU
  • 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 Authors, Corporate Strategy, Human Resources, Consulting, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Leadership and Strategic Leadership.
  • 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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