Kendal Netmaker
B.Ed, B.A, CSP
SK, CANADAKEEP MOVING FORWARD®
Helping leaders build resilient people, stronger cultures, and future-ready organizations through Indigenous wisdom and unforgettable storytelling
Kendal Netmaker is an award-winning entrepreneur, bestselling author, and internationally recognized Indigenous keynote speaker who inspires leaders and organizations to keep moving forward® through change, adversity, and uncertainty.
Raised in poverty on Sweetgrass First Nation by a single mother, Kendal experienced firsthand how circumstances can limit opportunity—but they do not have to determine destiny. His remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful entrepreneur and professional speaker gives him a powerful ability to connect with audiences through authentic storytelling, practical leadership lessons, and Indigenous wisdom.
Today, Kendal speaks to organizations around the world on resilient leadership, organizational change, teamwork, culture, and the future of work. His keynotes combine unforgettable stories with actionable insights that help leaders strengthen trust, adapt to change, build stronger teams, and lead with greater courage and purpose.
Kendal is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP®) and the first-ever First Nations recipient to earn the designation. He is also the bestselling author of Driven to Succeed: From Poverty to Podium, a recipient of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40, and has earned more than 25 business and leadership awards throughout his career.
Kendal Netmaker is an award-winning entrepreneur, bestselling author, and internationally recognized Indigenous keynote speaker who inspires leaders and organizations to keep moving forward® through change, adversity, and uncertainty.
Raised in poverty on Sweetgrass First Nation by a single mother, Kendal experienced firsthand how circumstances can limit opportunity—but they do not have to determine destiny. His remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful entrepreneur and professional speaker gives him a powerful ability to connect with audiences through authentic storytelling, practical leadership lessons, and Indigenous wisdom.
Today, Kendal speaks to organizations around the world on resilient leadership, organizational change, teamwork, culture, and the future of work. His keynotes combine unforgettable stories with actionable insights that help leaders strengthen trust, adapt to change, build stronger teams, and lead with greater courage and purpose.
Kendal is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP®) and the first-ever First Nations recipient to earn the designation. He is also the bestselling author of Driven to Succeed: From Poverty to Podium, a recipient of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40, and has earned more than 25 business and leadership awards throughout his career.
DRIVEN! THE ULTIMATE RESILIENCY FORMULA
Every day we are faced with personal and professional challenges. It takes energy and perseverance to overcome these obstacles – through the power of storytelling, Kendal shares what it takes to Refuel. Recharge and Reenergize our resiliency to be successful in everything we do.
In this high-energy, inspiring keynote, Kendal takes us on his profoundly moving personal journey from overcoming life’s challenges to achieving extraordinary success. From his best-selling...
INDIGENOUS DIVERSITY AWARENESS & EDUCATION
Indigenous peoples are the Fastest Growing Demographic in Canada, and there are over 370 Million Indigenous people worldwide in over 90 countries. We must continue to raise awareness and educate to work together for a prosperous future.
In this powerful keynote, Kendal takes you into Indigenous Peoples’ worldview and shares his heartfelt stories of living and thriving in two different worlds. He explains the importance of understanding everyone’s stories, beliefs, and...
DRIVEN! THE LEADER WITHIN
YOU are the best leader you’ll ever have. That means being the best version of yourself. Great leadership is challenging, but you will achieve success with the right mindset, tools, and practice.
In this keynote, Kendal shares practical and effective leadership strategies that everyone can implement in their daily life. He leads by example, motivating and inspiring audiences by sharing authentic stories from his own experiences. Kendal talks about the values, behaviours, and...
THE FUTURE OF INDIGENIZING WORK
The future of work will be positively influenced by Indigenous participation in the workforce. As the fastest growing population in Canada, there is opportunity for this new cohort of employees with diverse experiences to join your teams and contribute to the impact of your organization.
In this powerful keynote, Kendal takes you into Indigenous Peoples’ worldview and how it can complement your organization. Indigenous Peoples face a significantly low employment rate compared to...
BUILD A WORLD-CLASS BRAND IN A DIGITAL WORLD
This keynote is ideal for entrepreneurs or companies looking to build their brand in our digital world and become World-Class. Kendal reveals his secrets that led him to grow his brand to dozens of retail locations, win Entrepreneur of the Year four times, and become a world-class speaker. Kendal empowers people to take their brands to the next level by creating strategies for global impact and building your digital plan. Build Your Brand. Become...
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