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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 unleash greatness.

David is the best selling author of five books. Over a quarter million copies have been sold worldwide. David has advanced degrees in human development, science and social work. With more than 25 years of experience as a workshop facilitator, psychotherapist, professional speaker and consultant, David has developed a unique, personal and practical approach to transforming leaders. Every year, thousands of people attend David’s inspiring and thought-provoking programs on authentic leadership, accountability and balanced living.

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 formerly 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.

Presentations Include:

The High Performance Organization: The Power Of Alignment


If you are committed to attract and retain the best talent and reach your fullest potential as an organization, culture will be your most critical competitive advantage. This is because your best people now have a low tolerance for compliance, and insist on engagement.

Authentic Leadership At Every Level: Building Cultures That Attract, Retain, And Unleash Greatness


Leadership is not a title. You get promoted to being a boss, but leadership is something you earn by the choices you make and the actions you take. It’s about PRESENCE, not position.

Bridges Of Trust: Making Accountability Authentic


Great cultures are built on leadership at every level: leaders who are aligned with organizational vision, values and expectations, and leaders who take ownership to make it happen. While the foundation of a great culture is leadership, the foundation of great leadership is accountability – the ability to be counted on.


Embracing Change: The Power Of Possibility


To survive, your culture has to change. Once you have made a decision to be a leader, to shift from self-interest to service, you become the agent of change. But where is your road map? Where are your tools?

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