Speakers

Elaine Powell
International Speaker, Peak Performance & Communication Expert
Elaine is a thought leader on the Power of Language and Speaking that can create transformation in our lives.
She empowers women to be limitless and unleash their greatness through peak performance coaching and speaking on the stage, so that they can share their vision, idea, mission or story and make a difference in the world.
Her main speaking topics are Unleash Your Greatness, The Blueprint of Peak Performance, The Power of Winning Presentations and The Absurdity of Being Human. As soon as Elaine walks onto the stage, she immediately connects and delights audiences with her super charged energy, engaging stories, unique humour, fun and refreshing authenticity.
Exuding boundless energy that is needed to train over 15,000 people and deliver over 500 workshops in the art of public speaking, Elaine has worked with some of the best speaking trainers in the world. With a passion to inspire others to their greatness, Elaine also co-authored Multiple Streams of Inspiration Vol. II.
Elaine is renowned for utilising 20 years of knowledge and expertise to help her clients overcome any limiting internal dialogue they may have, to one that empowers them to be unstoppable no matter what, whether they are delivering a presentation, pitching for business, business storytelling or in their leadership role. She is known for catapulting people’s confidence and enabling them to speak with power and authority in their life and business.
For the past three years, Elaine has curated TEDxYouth@Croydon showcasing amazing speakers and participated at TED Global Conference in Geneva.
CEO of Speak With Confidence Training and Consultancy, a company that delivers training to senior leadership, c-suite executives, thought leaders, small business owners and entrepreneurs in harnessing the power of language to facilitate change within themselves and their teams.
Elaine is a Cherie Blair Foundation Mentor, ranked 1st in South London and 3rd in South East England, International Toastmaster Speech Competition 2013. Awarded the JPF Leaders Award in 2013 and is a lead trainer at The Worlds’ Largest Youth Speaking Competition.

Daisy Wright
Chief Career Strategist at The Wright Career Solution
Author of the Canadian bestseller, No Canadian Experience, Eh? A Career Survival Guide for New Immigrants, and Tell Stories, Get Hired: Innovative Strategies to Land Your Next Job and Advance Your Career, DAISY WRIGHT has gained a stellar reputation as one of Canada’s top career and employment strategists. Through her company, The Wright Career Solution, she offers career, interview and job search coaching, resume writing, and life coaching to individuals who see the value of investing in themselves.
Daisy is a speaker, motivator, and Chief Encouragement Officer who supports a positive ‘can do’ mindset. When it comes to career strategies for job seekers, Daisy is highly regarded and has imparted advice and support to hundreds of practitioners and of individuals entering the Canadian labour market. She has been invited and has offered numerous media interviews on the subject of career transition and career development in Canada, and has delivered scores of seminars and workshops on a variety of career topics. For two years, she was the Career Advisor to CBC The Link, a Radio Canada International program. She has also received recognition and awards as a result of writing No Canadian Experience, Eh?, the first-of-its kind resource dedicated fully to addressing the job search plight of Internationally Educated Professionals.
Daisy is a founding member of Career Professionals of Canada, and as a result of her work supporting the Canadian career industry, she was twice awarded the organization’s highest recognition, Outstanding Canadian Career Leader. Daisy is a member of the International Coach Federation, a CTL Associate with Career Thought Leaders, as well as a member of Toastmasters International.
Her corporate background includes a stint with the United Nations in New York, an assignment that contributed tremendously to her ability to understand and work with people from a variety of cultures. She is a former instructor in the Faculty of Business at Sheridan College where she taught Business Communication and other courses in the Executive Administration Program. Earlier this year, she was appointed by the Mayor of Brampton to be a member of the Blue Ribbon Panel working to get a University to Brampton. She also serves on the Inclusion & Diversity Committee of the City of Brampton.
Daisy has received several awards and recognition, including Outstanding Canadian Career Leader, 2011 Alumni of Distinction from Conestoga College, and was a nominee for a 2011 Zonta Women of Achievement Award. She holds a BA from Ryerson University. a Post-graduate Certifiecate in Career Development from Conestoga College, and is a Certified Career Management Coach, Certified Executive Leadership Coach and Certified Resume Strategist.
Chris Warner
Legendary Badass
Chris Warner is an actor/producer/speaker/author & coach. Virginia-born and Texas-raised, Chris has been referred to as the quintessential heir-apparent to the likes of Deniro and Liotta – the proverbial bad- asses of the silver screen. He is known by those he’s worked with as a professional, who brings an intense demeanor and an innate ability to deliver an edge to every role he embodies. A part of The Industry for 20 years, he tirelessly works to establish himself as one of the most interesting and respected character players of his generation.
As an actor, Chris’ resume speaks volumes – he’s performed opposite academy award winners Tommy Lee Jones in No Country for Old Men, Kevin Spacey in The Life of David Gale and Benicio Del Toro in Frank Miller’s Sin City. In addition to his movie roles, he’s also been seen on the television shows Prison Break, Criminal Minds, Friday Night Lights and Justified. Chris has also been seen in national commercials for Jack-In-Box, Nissan and Microsoft.
As a speaker & author of the books Master Your Confidence and LiveBullyProof, he’s been privileged to mentor a number of diamonds-in-the-rough. Chris would be the first to admit that each student’s level of talent and commitment towards taking their goals & dreams to the next-level, has played an instrumental role in helping him to build his own successful career. One of Chris’ greatest joys in life is to see someone realize their potential – he feels that this is the primary reason he was drawn towards teaching. There is an added benefit – if everyone is happy living their dream, then ultimately, the world is a happier place.
Chris says – “I play a “badass” – a “heavy” if you will. That’s my niche and I get it. There are not many people in this town that understand EXACTLY how they fit into this big, complex puzzle that is Hollywood. Fortunately, I am not one of them. I do not disappoint for several reasons – I have the talent and business acumen to back it up. If you let me, I can teach you step-by-step how to bring out the badass in YOU!”
Bob Kittell
Internationally Renowned Award Winning Speaker
Are you looking for a power-packed presentation delivered by an experienced, proven (and we humbly add amazing) keynote speaker? Bob Kittell is an immediately entertaining audience connected presenter. He connects interactively with corporate leaders, employees, and students. He has spoken in over 150 cities nationally and internationally.
For the last 30 years he has presented, often the opening act at events featuring such luminaries as Presidents; Gerald Ford, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush; first ladies Barbara Bush and Laura Bush; and world leaders Mikhail Gorbachev and Margaret Thatcher.
Bob has toured with Zig Ziglar, Colin Powell, Rudy Guilliani, Tom Hopkins, Brain Tracy, Terry Bradshaw, Joe Montana, Lou Holtz, Donald Trump, and other political, motivational, and sports celebrities. He has spoken to tens of thousands of people in packed arenas as well as smaller groups in intimate corporate retreats and association events.
Give your people a well-earned treat at your next event. Bring on a speaker who delivers with humor and energy and makes your entire event fun as well as taking them to the next level of human leadership.
Consider two power packed topics: (1) The Human Side of People and (2) Be the Student, Find your Teacher, Make it Happen!
Watch your employee’s confidence skyrocket when they begin to realize the true potential and power of their mind. Bobs unique and dynamic approach motivates people to take action today and rise to a compelling vision with a crystal-clear game plan for successful living. Bob also presents to middle schools and high schools inspiring youth while teaching them valuable memory techniques to succeed in school and life.
Website: BobKittell.com
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDxL-IUZqDY
Brian K. Wright
Host of “Success Profiles Radio
Brian Wright International
Brian K Wright is the founder of Brian Wright International, whose mission is to motivate and inspire others to discover their unique talents and follow their dreams in life. With extensive experience teaching and training in academic and corporate environments, he understands that many people live far beneath their potential, primarily because they don’t really believe they deserve success. Through his experience and research, Brian has learned and practiced the principles he teaches in his book “Student Leadership Strategies: 21 Easy Ways to Become a Center of Influence in Your Group.”
Success Profiles Radio
Brian is also the host of the internet radio talk show “Success Profiles Radio” on the RockStar Radio Network. Each week on the show, we will explore different aspects of success and how to apply them to your life. Guests will come from many different backgrounds, including expertise in leadership, business, relationships, careers, networking, health, overcoming adversity, and much more.
Success Profiles Radio can be heard at www.successprofilesradio.com on Mondays at 6pm EST.
Brian grew up in Iowa and graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Communication Studies, and holds a Masters degree in Adult Education from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. He discovered a passion for speaking and influencing audiences by speaking competitively in high school and in college, and by being heavily involved on campus while in school.
Throughout his career, Brian has been a top performer in the areas of sales, customer service, training, and has also written resumes professionally for students, working professionals, and executives. He is available to speak on the topics of motivation/inspiration, leadership, careers, and goal setting. He resides in the Phoenix, Arizona area.
Doug Grady
Speaker, Author, Coach
Mr. Grady began his professional selling career in 1990 in the insurance business. After four years in sales, management, and recruiting he left the business #1 in the company to venture out into the world on his own to share his experience and training. Since then he has helped over 20,000 salespeople from coast to coast achieve their sales goals through his seminars, workshops, and consulting. He has worked directly with leaders in the industry including Brian Tracy, Tom Hopkins, Erik Swanson, Tony Robbins, and Dr. Denis Waitley. The companies he has trained include Nextel, Re/Max, Bank of America, and State Farm, just to name a small few. His training is super memorable due to his amazing humor he inflects into his training.
Doug has been studying and teaching the pathways to personal potential for over 20 years. Doug is a professional speaker, musician, and President of High Achievers. He is the author of The Ripple Effect. His companies, writings, trainings, and music are designed with one purpose: to help people reach their God-given potential.
Doug gives a significant portion of his time and money to local and global causes. He has been on several mission trips, most recently to Ecuador where he was part of a twelve man team building homes for the poorest of the poor. Doug is an active member of Peachtree Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, GA.
Eric Lassard
Speaker, Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Leader to the Youth!
Eric Lassard is the world’s Youngest Inspirational Author, Board Game Creator and Inspirational Public Speaker.
At age of 7 he founded the Winner Academy, a project based learning system, set up the 12 Elements of The Winner Matrix Program, and created The Winner Matrix Board Game, to share with the world this amazing program. He wrote the book 12 Elements of the Winner Matrix that contain amazing real stories and happening in Eric’s life, supporting the importance of each element. Eric is the kind of man, “who walk the walk and talk the talk “, literary as he is an energetic and great public speaker with several public appearances.
Eric’s motto for living is: “Life is a Game, Make Your Rules. Play and Win! “and he wants to inspire people and children from all over the world that is does not matter how old you are, where are you coming from or what did you do yesterday, all that matter is to find your Game and Play!
He is the founder of the Eagle Games-Games That Make You Stronger, a company that vision is to create and distribute self development games, books, programs and to create a community where we always can find help and support!
The G.I.V.E. Project,/ Give Inspirational Valuable Education/ his first project to help around the world and it is unique as he offers English and self development courses over Skype and Google Hangout, sustained by volunteers from all over the world. Eric is born entrepreneur with a clear vision and proven records. Eric was born in 2003 in Hungary and he lives and works in Ireland.
Erik Swanson
International Trainer
As a Speaker, Best Selling Author, Motivator, Coach, a Mentor and a Corporate Trainer, Mr. Swanson has been an influence and mentor to thousands throughout the years since his early start in the industry over 17 years ago. Now Erik shares stages with many top notch Speakers and Authors including ones from The Secret, The Think and Grow Rich Society, and even the Millionaire Summit Tour. When Erik speaks, audiences are inspired, empowered, and entertained. His style combines step-by-step tactical teachings with humor and vivid story telling. Erik’s energy, warmth and authentic nature engages each audience member and allows participants to not merely observe and listen, but rather they will enthusiastically participate and be driven to action. He has developed his own unique and super rewarding system in which he calls “Secret Habitude Warrior” Training. Allow Erik to speak to your team, whether they are in sales, management, or your association of network. Erik is versed in many different styles and relates each of his stories and lessons relevant to your specific team’s needs. He has also implemented his Habitude Training to teach teens to develop the all essential habits of a great attitude and focus. Invite him to speak to your kid’s schools as well as your church groups. Get ready to rock with Mr. Swanson!

Kenn Renner
Inspiring Influencer
Kenn Renner Inspiring Influencer is an international speaker, author, investor, real estate expert and entrepreneur. He has closed over $350 million in real estate sales since 1983. Kenn is a best-selling author of six nationally published books, several booklets, news columns and articles.
A highly respected entrepreneur, Kenn produced over 1000 videos, created the number one ranked Real Estate Video Channel in the world having over 11 million views (kennrenner.tv).
Kenn speaks on the subjects of Goal Setting, Real Estate & Video Marketing as well as a State of Texas Continuing Education Instructor. He has been featured as a guest expert on several episodes of HGTV’s #1 rated show “House Hunters” and has appeared as a co-host on local and nationally syndicated radio shows.

Murali Murthy
Best-Selling Author, Motivational Speaker, Transformational Coach
Murali Murthy is an acclaimed Public Speaker, Mentor, Immigrant Career Coach and the Author of the Canadian Best-selling ACE Series of Books – The ACE Principle, The ACE Awakening and The ACE Abundance.
As a professional speaker and motivational coach, the insights that he offers through his presentations and seminars helps professionals find their niche and tap into their potential in today’s hyper competitive workplace.
Murali also regularly contributes useful articles to the Canadian Immigrant Mag and various other publications as a Career Coach. In addition, he also features on exclusive forums such as: Welcomepackcanada.com/successden/
A Creative Director and Advertising Strategist, Murali Murthy holds a Masters in Communications and has held positions
at various agencies including JWT, TMP, Bozell and Bates in diverse markets across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Murali also volunteers his time with CAMP (Communications, Advertising, Marketing Professionals), Canada’s first voluntary organization for the marketing fraternity.
As Chairperson, he helps IEPs and New Canadians integrate into the job market sooner by providing industry-tested tools, resources, and mentorship.
In his own words:
“We are all born twice on this planet. The first is the day we were born, and the second,
is the day we realize why we were born. The purpose of life is life with a purpose.”
Murali lives with his wife and two sons in Markham, Ontario.
To learn about Murali: www.PowerofACE.com

Randy Sulton
Former police Officer, Speaker, Author
Randy was born and raised in Princeton New Jersey, where after graduating high school, he joined the Princeton Borough Police department becoming one of the youngest Police Officers in the state. He served the town for ten years before joining the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department where he served for almost 24 years, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant. During his service he distinguished himself as one of the highest decorated officers in department history having earned multiple Lifesaving awards, Exemplary Service awards, Community service and a Medal for Valor. He was also awarded a Presidential Point of Light Award by President George Bush for his creation of a reading program for inner city children.
Randy was one of the most featured officers on the popular television series “COPS”, having appeared in three separate seasons which led to his being cast in a role as a police officers in the Academy Award winning film, “CASINO” with Robert Deniro and Sharon Stone. Other film and TV roles followed, including “FOOLS RUSH IN”, “MISS CONGENIALITY II”, “THE ROAD HOME”, “CLOVERS MOVIE”, “AMERICA’S MOST WANTED” and a co-starring role opposite James Caan in the pilot episode of “LAS VEGAS”.
Randy is a nationally known expert and commentator on law enforcement issues and has been featured on FOX & FRIENDS and The ONE AMERICA NEWS NETWORK and is the “Crime and Safety” on air personality for KTNV TV Las Vegas. He has appeared on hundreds of radio shows across the nation including Patriot Radio, “Malcolm Out Loud”, “”The David Webb Show” and others. His articles have been published in “The New York Dailey News”, “Townhall.com”, “The Dailey Caller”, “Policeone.com”, “Law Officer Magazine”, Police Magazine” and others.
During his police career, Randy penned three popular books about his, and other officer’s experiences. ‘TRUE BLUE Police Stories by Those Who Have Lived Them” was his first. Moved by the tragedy of 9/11, Randy wanted to bring to life stories from officers on the New York Police Department as well as officers from around the nation. He donated the royalties for a fund set up for the families of the officers killed in the attack. Two other books followed including the critically acclaimed “A COPS LIFE” and a second edition of “TRUE BLUE, To Protect and Serve”.
A series of life changing events took place at the end of Randy’s police career. An Officer Involved Shooting, the terminal illness and subsequent death of his Mother and an undiagnosed serious illness combined to cause Randy to suffer a career ending Stroke while he was on patrol. As devastating as the Stroke was, Randy also believed that it gave him a great gift, “The Gift of Clarity” he terms it, “A Sense of Mission”.
After his recovery, Randy devoted himself to the mission of “LEGACY”. He created and is President of an amazing web based service, “CELEBRTING LEGACY” which brings families closer together through the sharing and archiving of memories and he invented an entirely new social media platform as part of it called, “THE FAMILY JOURNAL” He also created this website, www.thepoweroflegacy.com to promote the concepts of kindness, compassion, integrity and honor, which Randy believes are the cornerstones of personal success. Randy is heavily involved with Non-profit organizations that he believes are living the values that he embraces. He is Member of the Board of the BRIAN LAVIOLETTE SCHOLORSHIP FOUNDATION (BRIANSJOUNREY.COM) which provides scholarship opportunities. He is also the creator of THE ANGELSHIELDS LAW ENFORCEMENT ADVOCACY FOUNDATION.

Howard Stephen Berg
The World’s Fastest Reader!
Howard Stephen Berg has recognized as the world’s fastest reader thanks to the cutting-edge accelerated learning techniques he developed that turn information overload into information assets. Respected internationally for his contribution to the learning process, he is listed in the 1990 Guinness Book of World Records for reading more than 25,000 words a minute and writing more than 100 words a minute. Howard uses his talents to training you on how to stay on top of the information your success depends on.
Howard is a graduate of S.U.N.Y., Binghamton where he majored in Biology and then completed a four-year Psychology program in one year. His graduate studies at several New York City colleges focused on the Psychology of reading.
Howard is the spokesperson for the SONY E-Reader along with Justin Timberlake, Peyton Manning, and Amy Sedaris. He is also a featured guest on Fox News, and Fox Business News with Neil Cavuto. He launched the 4G network for Optus, the second largest phone company in Australia.
Howard has appeared on over 1,100 radio and television programs including Neil Cavuto, Jon Stewart, and Live With Regis. His brain-based learning strategies have been hailed as a major breakthrough in publications like Forbe’s FYI, Selling, Men’s Health, Red Book, and Bottom Line Magazine, and have been featured in dozens of newspaper interviews throughout North America.
Howard has created more than 14 other accelerated learning programs including speed math, and memory. Berg’s Time-Warner book, “Super Reading Secrets,” is in its 28th reprint, and Barrons books requested him to write a text for students. Howard’s Nightingale-Conant program, “Mega Speed Reading,” grossed over $65,000,000, and established him as a leader in brain-based learning. He is mentioned in a number of books as a leading expert on brain based learning, and has been honored by over 9 books that track outstanding professional performance including, “Who’s Who Among Emerging Leaders, and 2,000 Notable American Men”.

Ryan C. Lowe
The Positivity Pro
Ryan C. Lowe a professional motivational keynote speaker, sales trainer, consultant & author, who’s passion is to work with organizations that want to inspire and motivate their leaders and team members with principles that will help create a positive culture and mindset to achieve excellence. Ryan’s keynote presentations are intertwined with professional and personal experiences, including several personal tragedies and a near death experience. He also shares his key message: success isn’t determined by background, experience, or anything else. It’s all in your attitude. In his seminars and his own life, Ryan inspires people to believe in themselves, that they can and will live the life they’ve envisioned by using one major factor: a positive attitude. He writes articles for several magazines and is the author one of the most talked about books in the market today, “Get off Your Attitude.” Ryan and his book have been featured in print, radio and television all over the country. He and his book were highlighted in Selling Power Magazine and were featured by Success Magazine in their Success Book Summary program. During his career he has achieved award-winning sales positions and became one of the most-requested speakers/trainers with Brian Tracy Seminars. He has also served as the vice-president of sales for two financial services corporations and as a partner in a financial services start-up. Ryan received a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Southeastern Louisiana University and is also a proud member of the National Speakers Association. As the President and Chief Attitude Officer of Get off Your Attitude Seminars and Presentations, Ryan specializes in keynotes, sales training, & consulting and has had the wonderful opportunity to work with such amazing companies such as Keller Williams, New York Life, University of Phoenix, American Heart Association & MetLife Financial Advisors. He also had the honor to be keynote speaker for numerous conferences, such as this years featured keynote speaker for the Louisiana, Mississippi & Alabama’s annual association meetings. Ryan’s expertise and his KNOWLEDGE assist organizations in creating a TRANSFORMATIVE atmosphere, RESULTING in a climate of personal responsibility. Ryan has been named by his peers and clients as America’s Positive Attitude Coach!

Scott Sorrell
A Sales Trainer Among Sales Trainers
Scott Sorrell is one of America’s top sales trainers. He is known as “Mr. Charge Higher Prices”™ because he specializes in teaching how to get to the top of your customer’s price range … and stay there! Scott is the founder of Sales Adrenaline, and for more than a decade has provided powerful sales training and success coaching to some of the world’s top companies: Cisco Systems, BMW, Century 21, Canon, Rawlings, 3M, MetLife and many others.
“Helped us achieve consistently outstanding results.” – Cisco Systems
“Practical. Achievable. Invaluable. And very funny!” – Astro Pak
“Tripled our referrals and set an all-time record.” – Chase Bank
Scott has presented to audiences in the US, Europe, Mexico, and Canada, and also does private business growth coaching for a select group of corporate executives and fast-track entrepreneurs.

Steve Beckles-Ebusua
The Speaker with the Orange Tie!
Youth Leadership Mindset Expert
Steve Beckles-Ebusua, UK based speaker is the leading authority on leadership mindset for the youth.
The London Times Newspaper called him “The man with the orange tie bursts with energy and radiating self-belief”.
Steve was featured by the paper discussing the importance of effective communication for young people.
Barclays Bank featured him as their lead Life Skills facilitator and speaker in its TV and UK online marketing campaign in November 2014. He delivered life skills workshops to the bank’s senior managers, including Ashok Vaswani, CEO of Retail and Business Banking and Educational Editor of The London Times, Nicola Woolcock.
As an International Transformational Speaker, Coach, Corporate Trainer and Top 10 Best Selling Author, Steve has transformed thousands of young lives for over 20 years!
Whether speaking in the USA, UK, Austria, Switzerland, Cyprus and Scotland. His message is clear, ‘leadership starts with self-leadership’
Steve delivers his powerful and effective message in his ‘Leadership Mindset Program’
This program instills confidence, focus and direction to help teens to replace a fixed mindset for a growth mindset to help them reach their full potential and exceed throughout life.
He delivered this impactful program at the 3-day Junior Habitude Conference with the top professional youth speakers from the USA in Houston, Texas in May 2016.
He will also be delivering this life transforming program for the Young President’s Organization in Aigle, Switzerland in July 2016, and for Village Camps in Zell am See, Austria in August 2016.
Steve is a charismatic speaker who loves to get his audiences involved by immersing them in his message.
He is an enthusiastic, engaging and authentic speaker who always guarantees when people leave his sessions they will feel and act differently than before they entered his session.
Steve also provides motivational assemblies, guest speaker talks, comperes school awards, Teacher insets on mindset and offers a wide range of interactive life skills programs for schools, colleges, universities and organizations throughout the world.
Steve has two decades of experience speaking on the topics of change, motivation, communication and understanding teenagers and young people. He has published books on all of these topics.
Let Steve bring out the leadership mindset in your people Today!