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About David Irvine - Inspiring Speaker on Leadership and Balanced Living:

David Irvine is sought after internationally as a speaker, author, and mentor. His work has contributed to the building of accountable, vital and engaged organizations across North America. He is the co-founder of the Newport Institute for Authentic Living whose focus is to build authentic, accountable organizational cultures that attract, and retain great people. Every year, thousands of people attend David’s INSPIRING and thought-provoking programs on authentic leadership, accountability and balanced living.

David is the best selling author of four books and a new book published this year. Over a quarter million copies have been sold worldwide:

• The Authentic Leader: It’s About PRESENCE, Not Position (co-authored with Jim Reger)
• Becoming Real: Journey to Authenticity
• Simple Living in a Complex World: A Guide To Balancing Life’s Achievements
• Accountability: Getting a Grip on Results (co-authored with Bruce Klatt and Shaun Murphy)
• Bridges of Trust: Making Accountability Authentic (co-authored with Jim Reger)

David has advanced degrees in human development, science and social work. With over twenty-five years of experience as a workshop facilitator, psychotherapist, professional speaker, and consultant, David has developed a unique, personal and practical approach to transforming leaders. David Irvine is one of Canada’s most respected voices on leadership and personal development.

He consults with and presents to a wide range of organizations, professional associations, government, education and health care. David has taught courses at three universities and the Banff School of Management. NBC’s Today Show, the Globe and Mail and numerous national radio and newspaper publications have interviewed David.

On a personal note, David is a former nationally ranked distance runner and trained with the US Olympic team. He is a father of three girls, and most recently a grandfather. David lives with his wife and family in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Western Canada.

What David Irvine Talks About:

Becoming Real: The Power Of Authentic Presence
Before you can be a real leader, you first have to be a real human being. A life of greatness – being all you can be - is about discovering your authentic power: the alignment of what you do with who you are. Then you will learn how to inspire and influence people with your true source of leadership power.

Authentic Leadership At Every Level: Building Cultures That Attract, Retain, And Unleash Greatness
Regardless of your title, leadership starts with you. It lies at every level in an organization. In this inspiring and thought-provoking learning experience, you will leave with practical insights and strategies for unleashing greatness in your culture, no matter where you decide to serve.

Authentic Leadership For Managers: Building Cultures That Attract, Retain, And Unleash Greatness
While this session is designed for those in a leadership position, real leadership cannot be reduced to title or technique. Great leadership comes from the strength of one’s authentic presence – the identity and integrity of the leader. In this compelling program, learn the difference between a boss and a leader and what it takes to build a culture of greatness.

Bridges Of Trust: Making Accountability Authentic
Trust, the most important issue facing the world today, lies at the foundation of every relationship. Trust is the keystone of success in work and in life. The bridge of trust is built on accountability: the ability to be counted on. In this session you will discover how to get a grip on results with a renewed and inspiring approach to accountability.

The High Performance Organization: The Power Of Alignment
Discover how to reach your potential as an organization by creating a culture where people don’t have to leave who they are at the door; where you can align your talents, passion, and highest aspirations while creating value for those you serve.

Embracing Change: The Power Of Possibility
In the midst of unprecedented uncertainty and change, how do you continue to build an engaged, confident, and inspired culture? Leave with a practical roadmap for leading a culture through times of change: from chaos to confidence.

Simple Living In a Complex World: The Power Of Personal Balance
Discover how to maintain perspective and balance in a demanding, uncertain world.