Dan MacQueen - DMac Keynote Motivational Speaker from Vancouver, BC

Dan MacQueen Keynote Speaker and Thought Leader Vancouver, British Columbia RESILIENT DUDE WHO SPEAKS ABOUT HOW MINDSET AND PERSPECTIVE SHIFTS CAN OVERCOME BUSINESS AND PERSONAL CHALLENGES Problem ____________ Life throws curveballs at all of us. Whether it’s a personal or business challenge, how we respond can define our success. As Mike Tyson famously said, “Everyone has a plan until you’re punched in the mouth.” What will you or your team members do in a surprise emergency, the “now what” moment? How can your team learn to shift perspectives to better deal with life’s big and everyday challenges? Whether you’re trying to win the unexpected or simply be better than yesterday, Dan MacQueen’s powerful, actionable strategies will help overcome obstacles and achieve goals. Dan MacQueen is a resilient speaker who’s been there and conquered adversity. His curveball was a brain hemorrhage at 28 that left him unable to walk, talk or even smile. Instead of giving up, Dan fought to recover. He spent weeks in a coma and months in a rehab hospital. The lessons he learned getting back on his feet can be used by any person or business facing challenges. ____________________ Transformation Dan walks audiences through his triple A framework: Acknowledge, Accept and Adapt to offer lessons in resilience and how to transform crisis into opportunity. After his near-death experience, Dan learned to focus on the big things. To “control the controllables,” and let go of the rest. He also learned how changing your perspective can lighten any situation and help you find your way through. He will take your team from overwhelmed to empowered. He will help them get their “ducks in a row.” From boosting morale to reigniting motivation, Dan’s speech will take your team from disengaged to inspired and ready to take on anything. Dan’s message isn’t just about surviving —it’s about thriving. With a blend of heart and humour, he captivates audiences and leaves them motivated to achieve their goals. ______________________ Credibility: Dan has helped change perspectives for employees at businesses and government departments. He’s inspired a sales team at Spendesk, motivated workers at Hootsuite and challenged rehab patients at the NHS Wolfson Hospital in London to try again. His audiences were moved and uplifted by Dan’s story and ready to use his practical approaches to triumph over adversity. He’s appeared on dozens of podcasts including Resilience Institute and Helping Organizations Thrive. He’s been described as a “spellbinding” storyteller and “a gifted and authentic speaker.” He inspires audiences with a message of hope and perseverance. This isn’t just a feel-good discussion. Dan offers tangible, immediately actionable approaches to drive your business forward, faster. Please do not take my word for it and review my photos and testimonials. Let's create an Impact and give your group an event they will remember for months. The way out is through! __________________________ Testimonials Meghan MacDonald Account Executive @Hootsuite “Dan’s keynote was one of the most inspirational speaking engagements I’ve heard (virtual or live)! His honesty, humour, and approach to the challenges he has faced really resonated. Regardless if you’ve struggled with trauma or mental health challenges, Dan’s story will absolutely strike a cord, reminding us all how to live better lives and be grateful for what we have.” ____________________ Tara Ataya Chief People and Diversity Officer @Hootsuite Dan's session was inspiring, vulnerable and educating. He left the audience with a real understanding of his story but also presented practical tips on how to be resilient in the face of adversity. He helps his audience recognize the strain that physical health challenges can have on mental health and shares some techniques on how to overcome and get through challenges. He is an inspirational leader and we are better for having had him share his story. __________________________ Sherry McRae Director, Professional Services (NA) @Hootsuite “Dan is able to connect with his audience in a way that is rare. Think it is a combination of his humility, empathy and resilience that captures your attention and allows his listeners to become invested in the story while taking the learnings to shape their own journey.. Being able to hear Dan speak is a gift to his audience. Recommend everyone take any opportunity to witness his story and hear his perspective”.

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