David’s paramount passion is social innovation and incremental change. He makes frequent appearances as a keynote speaker, both nationally and internationally, on leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, mentorship, the Global South and social justice issues. He has presented in collaboration with organizations such as UNICEF and the Stephen Lewis Foundation, and has provided consulting services for health and literacy projects in Cambodia and Mongolia, respectively.
His podcast, “Face2Face”, is featured on Rabble.ca where he interviews guests and talks about change, social innovation and making a difference. His guest have included former prime minister of Bhutan Jingme Thinley, author Paul Young, director Atom Egoyan and philosopher Peter Singer.
David has taught in the business school at Humber College in Toronto, Ontario, and served on the Mentorship Committee at York University. He co-created the award winning children’s educational TV show “Spellz”.
He earned an MA in Philosophy from the University of Guelph in 2004; in addition, his graduate thesis for this degree, entitled “Practical Action”, was published in 2008. His book “Real Change is Incremental” won a Word Guild Cultural award and his most recent book “Irreconcilable Differences” was published by PickWick Publications in 2015. He has also completed post graduate work in International Development.
Websites:
Related Posts
About Nathaniel A. TurnerNathaniel A. Turner is a dynamic thought leader, inspiring speaker, and visionary life strategist known for helping people live with purpose, joy, and intentionality. As a College and Career Readiness Expert, TEDx Speaker, Humanitarian Propulsion Engineer, and bestselling author, Nate is a modern-day Renaissance man… …He is invited by schools, businesses, nonprofits,
Read MoreAbout Robert MacpheeRobert MacPhee is the creator of the “Excellent Decisions” values-based leadership program and the author of “Living a Values Based Life”. He is the former Director of Training for the Canfield Training Group, (having worked closely for many years with Jack Canfield, the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Book series
Read MoreAaron Lindsey- Aaron Lindsey: I’ve been listening to podcasts for more than 10 years. The very first podcast I ever heard was Scott Johnson’s ‘Extra Life Radio’. In 2015 Craig Underhill and I began a podcast called ”Weird!”. We still record and produce 2 episodes every week. Another friend and I came up with the
Read MoreLesley Pyne is the Author of Amazon No1 bestseller ‘Finding Joy Beyond Childlessness; Inspiring Stories to Guide You to a Fulfilling Life’ /Ep2697Lesley Pyne: I believe that it is possible to have a fulfilling life as a childless woman. In my book ‘Finding Joy Beyond Childlessness: Inspiring Stories To Guide You To A Fulfilling Life’
Read MoreAbout Tim DoonerTim Dooner is a seasoned podcaster, broadcaster, and logistics storyteller, currently hosting What the Truck?!?, a popular supply chain and logistics show syndicated on SiriusXM and produced by FreightWaves. Since launching his podcasting journey in 2017 after being laid off,… …Tim has transformed his passion into a full-time career, interviewing over 3,000 guests
Read MoreStephen Hurley- I’m Stephen Hurley and, after spending over 30 years as a classroom teacher, a curriculum consultant and teacher educator, I’m more aware than ever of the importance of powerful learning opportunities—not only for our young people, but for people of all ages. While I’m sure that the need for change and improvement will
Read MoreBruce Langford’s Mindfulness Mode Podcast of Inspiring Interviews echo the values of Calmness, Focus and Happiness /Ep 2889 Bruce Langford has been an entrepreneur and musician all his adult life. He quit his day job in 2005 to become focused full time on the prevention of bullying. Working as a presenter and program creator in
Read MoreAlyson Garrido- Alyson Garrido: Throughout my career, I have always gravitated toward helping others. Coaching is a natural extension of my drive to act as a resource for people. This prompted me to enroll in the International Coach Academy (ICA) for my Professional Coach Certification. I chose ICA due to their rigorous requirements, including creating
Read MoreWinston A. Henderson Hi I’m Winston A. Henderson , born, raised and living in the beautiful island of Jamaica, home of the fastest man in the world Usain Bolt. I know typically when you click on and read the ‘About’ page the first thing you’re expecting is me talking about myself, and all the
Read MoreKaren C. Auld Karen C. Auld is a coach, consultant, writer and inspirational speaker. She is the WAIT Loss coach, specializing in BUT reductions. As a corporate consultant, coach, and catalyst her mission is to help people get rid of their big BUTS and live their vision of excellence. Karen teaches mindset and goal setting
Read MoreDonna Still- My name is Donna Still and I work with emotions and feelings that have been stuck in the body causing pain and disease. I use a Breathwork practice combined with body and energy work to release trapped emotions. Our bodies have an innate intelligence and inherently know how to heal itself, if we
Read MoreFrank Cottle- Frank Cottle is CEO of Alliance Virtual Offices and Chairman of the Alliance Business Centers Network. He is a recognized expert on flexible working, the virtual office movement and “third place” working. Prior to creating the Alliance brand, Frank successfully operated his own portfolio of business centers in multiple locations across North America.
Read More