Speaker Engagement Requests

A thought-provoking, dynamic speaker, Keith Publicover has been engaged by nonprofit organizations as a conference presenter, trainer and guest lecturer. His executive management and governance leadership experience, both nationally and internationally, has made him a favourite with diverse audiences.

Knowing it’s critical that speakers placed in front of your employees, volunteers or delegates reflect your organization’s values and mission, Keith will work closely with you to understand your needs and presentation objectives. Combining his sector knowledge and experience with the subject matter, Keith will carefully prepare with you to ensure your audience receives an excellent experience.

Event planners are asked to complete a Speaker Inquiry Form; and once submitted we will be back to you by next business day.

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Nonprofit Insights ...

Exchanging ideas and experiences is essential to grow the Nonprofit Sector. If any of our articles resonate with you, please share them with your colleagues.

Is Your Nonprofit Positioned for a Prosperous Future?

by Keith PublicoverJanuary 10, 2020May 6, 2020

Nonprofit services have become an integral part of our society and we depend upon their good works everyday. With this in mind, executive leaders and governance volunteers need to dedicate greater effort to improving their organization’s financial health and succession planning. We can all agree, we need healthier nonprofits to help create healthier communities.

Donate Cash Carefully This Holiday

by Keith PublicoverDecember 17, 2019December 28, 2019

“…one-third of Canadians were reported to donate in response to canvassing at a shopping centre or on the street.Canvassing yields 20% of the total donations charities receive annually.”

As you consider your charitable gifts this holiday, I offer some considerations to the donors and charities engaged in canvassing for cash contributions.

Cultivating Nonprofit Innovation

by Keith PublicoverNovember 16, 2019March 26, 2020

To adopt an innovative mindset requires leadership that empowers staff and volunteers to solve problems that matter most to executing an organization’s mission. Nonprofits stewarding a curious culture, where staff are permitted to question assumptions and constructively challenge the status quo more often produce better innovative results.

Charities Merge, Putting Community First

by Keith PublicoverOctober 8, 2019December 20, 2019

Undertaking a merger requires a high level of due diligence and an investment of resources in order to reach the decision. The basis being an intent to act in the best interest of both organizations, and mitigate any current or future risks.

When a Charity Closes, What Should be Publicly Disclosed?

by Keith PublicoverOctober 3, 2019December 20, 2019

In the coming weeks and months I want to dig deeper into this issue as it impacts our charitable sector and the public confidence in our work. In the meantime, I thought I would first turn to you for your response to the my first burning question.

When a charity abruptly stops serving its community, what detail of information, if any, is the public entitled to receive?

Attracting Millennials to the Nonprofit Sector

by Keith PublicoverOctober 1, 2019December 20, 2019

We are living in a time organizational culture is everything, and everything represents culture. Nonprofit organizations should be vigilant with their own people as much as the communities they serve. If organizations are operating contrary to authentic equal respect and value for all – Millennials will read the BS meter and walk.

“What folks say …

…about our relationship and approach is greatly appreciated. The quality of our relationships forged along the way and the success we share together gives us oxygen.”

His [Keith’s] leadership provided an effective and healthy forum for the discussion of cultural challenges, operating needs, and efficiencies along with the necessary opportunity amalgamation … Keith was mindful of the challenges involved in change and the human needs and legacy structures that the teams encountered and worked to journey through.

He was highly attentive to the needs of both organizations and their people throughout the process and contributed in no small way to the final product and the merged entity that exists today.

Jim Janzen, Senior VP – YMCA Ontario Resource Development Centre

“Keith did an outstanding job researching and writing a report for the YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador to assess the market for developing a camp property. Keith’s attention to detail, innovative thinking, and personable approach were all very much appreciated. We would gladly work with Keith again.”

Jason Brown, CEO – YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador

“…an outstanding executive with a fantastic track record, in particular in the areas of leadership, governance, fundraising and brand development.”

Benjamin Davis, Senior Vice President, Mission – MS Society of Canada