Emcee

Dave Kelly

Dave Kelly is an award-winning host, writer, and interviewer who creates intelligent and deeply human moments for events and keynote conversations around the world. From his beginnings as a TV Host, Dave has spent decades leading conversations with business and political leaders across North America and beyond, from Stanford School of Business in California to Amman, Jordan and everywhere in between. Ellen Degeneres selected Dave as the moderator and interviewer for her multi-city tour across Canada, he hosted a conversation with President Barack Obama in Calgary and sat down for a conversation with Prime Minister Brian Mulroney in Montreal.

Dave’s conference work now includes full emcee services, with consultation on program flow, in depth panel discussions, hosting of awards shows, and maintaining pace and flow of the event. He is now seen regularly at single and multi-day conferences across North America in various industries including annual gatherings of the Canadian Credit Union Association, Celero, Global Business Forum, Scale AI, Lowes, Bayer and Modivcare.

Dave is the co- founder of Kelly Brothers Productions, a video and entertainment company.

Engagement Mastery: Dave Kelly will delve into the art of audience engagement, sharing proven strategies to captivate listeners from the beginning of your presentation to the end. He'll address common reasons audiences disengage and offer practical tips to keep them fully absorbed in your message throughout.

CAPS National President:

Beverly Beuermann-King, CSP

With an impressive track record spanning over 25 years, Beverly has been guiding her audiences toward mastering their reactions to stress, cultivating a culture of resilience, and achieving thriving, engaged workplaces through her innovative S-O-S Principle™ and Work Smart Live Smart presentations.

Beverly went to her first CAPS event in 2000 and joined CAPS in 2001. She has served on the Toronto Board for 11 years, twice as president, 5 Convention Committees, twice as Co-chair, 7 years as Editor of our Speaking of IMPACT magazine, been on the Ethics Committee, the Foundation Board, and now 5 years on the National Board. She has earned her CSP, CVP and is a Spirit of CAPS recipient. And she says that joining CAPS was the best business decision that she ever made!

CAPS Alberta President:

Kimberly Lyall

In a weary world, Kimberly Lyall provides hope.

An expert in creative innovation and thriving through adversity, Kimberly ‘Lights up Leaders’, motivating mindset shifts that inspire action and fuel incredible results.

For more than 25 years Kimberly has lit up stages, communities, and organizations around the world with her signature blend of stories and insights. As a speaker, facilitator, and award-winning consultant, Kimberly has helped hundreds of organizations and government bodies across multiple sectors create positive impact in a challenging world.

Interview the Presidents Panel

Beverly Beuermann-King, and Kimberly Lyall, on the importance of prioritizing relationship-building in the development of a successful speaking business model. They'll explore how strong connections with clients and industry peers can serve as the foundation for a thriving career in speaking in diverse business models.

Jennifer Hadley (VP Education MPI)

Jennifer brings over 20 years of combined marketing, event planning, operations, and business experience to her role as an event planner. With a deep passion for her work and a comprehensive understanding of leadership and team dynamics, Jennifer excels in driving high-level execution and fostering creativity. She is known for her expertise in brainstorming innovative ideas, forging strategic partnerships, and executing flawless events across various industries. Committed to lifelong learning and excellence, Jennifer thrives on inspiring teams and building engaging campaigns that captivate audiences.

Sandra Gollnick CMP, CMM, DES

 

Sandra has over 20 years immersed in the meetings industry, working for renowned hotels like the Hyatt Calgary and Fairmont Palliser. Her expertise extends beyond hospitality, as she also held Conference and Marketing Manager roles at AHS and the Alberta Cancer Prevention Legacy Fund. Currently, Sandra currently is with the McCaig Institute for Bone & Joint Health, part of the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, managing their programs and events. Beyond her practical experience, Sandra is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), holds a Certificate in Meetings Management (CMM), and is a certified Digital Event Strategist (DES). Sandra serves as the President of the MPI Greater Calgary Club and is a member of the MPI Regional Council of Leaders and the MPI Foundation Canadian Council.

Meeting Planners International Insights

Jennifer and Sandra from Meeting Planners International will provide critical insights into what they seek when booking speakers. This discussion aims to equip speakers with the knowledge to meet and exceed these expectations, enhancing their chances of being rebooked and recommended.

Tina Varughese

Named one of Canada’s Top 10 Notable Speaker by Ignite Magazine, Canada’s leading magazine for conference and event planners. Her work has been featured in the Toronto Star, TSN, CBC Eye Opener, the Globe and Mail and HR Director. By carefully weaving personal stories with touching humour, her interactive and highly entertaining approach inspires attendees as she breaks down barriers while building bridges. Past clients include Carnival Cruises, Pfizer, TD Canada Trust, Loblaws, Kraft-Heinz and the Department of Military Defense. She is the Past-President of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (Alberta Chapter). Tina was part of Dove’s Campaign for Real Beauty- literally chosen for diversity in redefining beauty. Tina resides in Calgary, Alberta with her husband and two children.

Michael Kerr

Hall of Fame Speaker who researches, writes, and speaks about inspiring workplace cultures and businesses that leverage their humor resources to fuel extraordinary results. He is the author of 9 books, including, The Humor Advantage, The Jerk-Free Workplace, and the soon-to-be-released into the wilds, Small Moments, Big Outcomes: How Leaders Create Cultures That Fuel Extraordinary Results.

Speaker Hacks I Have Figured Out

Getting on the stage and giving a great speech is something we all aim for and there is a lot of tips, tricks, and work that is never seen by the audience that brings the magic to life. Learn some extremely valuable tips and tricks from two successful and highly sought after speakers.

Dave Kelly

Stories from the Road

Through anecdotes and lessons learned from his vast experience, Dave Kelly will connect his journey of interviewing and speaking with thousands globally to the essentials of what speakers require from meeting planners and event organizers, highlighting that the little things make a huge difference.