Dave is one of North America’s most respected and sought‑after leadership speakers for college and university audiences.
Known for his dynamic presence and practical, student‑centered approach, he has become a trusted partner for campuses looking to inspire, empower, and elevate their student communities.
As a long‑standing Associate of the Canadian Organization of Campus Activities (COCA), Dave has been a featured presenter at numerous Student Life Summits, National Conferences, and marquee events such as RECHARGE.
Since launching his professional speaking career in 2005, he has delivered more than 650 contracted engagements, consistently earning top evaluations from students and staff alike.
His impact has been recognized across the industry: Dave was named COCA Co‑Lecturer of the Year in 2023 and is a 2026 nominee for COCA’s Outstanding Speaker Showcase of the Year—a testament to his influence, expertise, and ability to connect with today’s students.
If your campus is looking for a speaker who blends credibility, energy, and real‑world leadership insight, Dave brings a proven track record of transforming student experiences.
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Dave Kelly, International Student Leadership Speaker and Lecturer
Professional Speaker, Trainer, Author, Coach and Consultant
Click here to complete a contact /project information form to submit to Dave and to download a PDF of his Chapbook, “The Courage to Serve”.
Business Cell/text 1 + 404- 403-1481
Pricing: In-Person Programs (Virtual Pricing Below)
- Single Day In-Person $4,500 CAD All Inclusive (great for keynotes, breakouts, training, and/or consultations); Block Book Rate with another school: $3,800 All Inclusive
- Two days: In-Person $7,975 CAD All Inclusive (this is actual speaking, training, coaching, and/or consulting time time)
- Ask about additional Block Booking Discounts!
Pricing: Virtual programs can be either live or pre-recorded. Live programs can be recorded for exclusive future use by the Client.
1 hour = $1,450 CAD, all inclusive
2 hours = $2,000 CAD, all inclusive
3 hours = $2,450 CAD, all inclusive
4 hours = $2,800 CAD, all inclusive
5 hours = $3,350 CAD, all inclusive
6 hours = $3,700, CAD all inclusive
7 hours = $4,000 CAD, all inclusive
8 hours = $4,250 CAD, all inclusive
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Dave is a high‑impact keynote speaker with more than 30 years of experience energizing audiences from ten to 10,000.
With a background in theatre, comedy, and leadership and over 700 presentations delivered, he creates keynotes that are fun, fast‑paced, and packed with actionable insight.
His sessions are interactive, humorous, and deeply engaging, making him the perfect choice to kick off your event with momentum or close it with a powerful, lasting charge that inspires people to act on what they’ve learned.
Dave offers keynotes ranging from 20 minutes to two hours, and each can also be delivered as a workshop or breakout session.
- Building Leaders Through Service: The Qualities of Visionary Leaders
- The Power of Boldness: How to Get What You Want
- Leading with Confidence
Dave offers dynamic leadership workshops for students at every level, whether they hold a position or are just beginning to explore their leadership potential. He believes every student has the capacity to lead and his programs are designed to help them discover, strengthen, and apply those abilities immediately.
Students arrive with different experiences and confidence levels, and Dave meets them where they are. His sessions give them practical tools they can use right away, making them ideal for leadership conferences, retreats, leadership days, or stand‑alone sessions that spark growth and engagement.
Every workshop is fun, highly interactive, and intentionally crafted to get students excited about developing as leaders. Topics can be combined or customized into longer, more comprehensive programs.
- Membership Recruitment, Retention, and Fun & Engaging Meetings
- Officer Roles, Responsibilities, and Transitions
- Playing Well With Others: Conflict and Communication
- Running and Participating in Meetings: The Rules Made Easy (Parliamentary Procedure)
- Inspiring Others to Lead
- Making the Most of Your 24/7: Using Time to Your Advantage
- Be A Positive Force for Change: Influencing Decision Makers
- Turning Your Vision Into Reality
Check out Dave’s Schedule of Bookings to find a date for your school
