Keynote speaker, Vancouver, British Columbia

A Vancouver keynote speaker who actually lives here.

Dai Manuel is based in Vancouver. He co-owns CrossFit BC with his wife Christie and has spent nearly thirty years in fitness, leadership and operations in this region. Local bookings mean no flights, no hotels and a speaker who already knows the room.

The Vancouver room

What Vancouver audiences need to hear.

Vancouver rooms mix tech, resource, health and professional services. Teams here talk openly about wellbeing, but burnout and constant pressure are still the norm. Dai speaks to that gap plainly: what high performers actually need to keep going.

No travel costs or flights to plan. Dai can meet organisers in person before the event and is available for short-notice local bookings when the calendar allows.

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Events in Vancouver

  • Conference keynotes
  • Sales kickoffs
  • Leadership offsites
  • Wellness weeks
  • Event emceeing

Topics

  • Burnout in high performers
  • Leading through change
  • Men's mental health
  • Workplace wellness that sticks
  • Habits and sustainable performance

Areas Dai serves from Vancouver

  • Downtown Vancouver
  • Burnaby
  • Richmond
  • Surrey
  • North Vancouver
  • West Vancouver
  • Coquitlam
  • New Westminster
  • Langley
  • Whistler

Vancouver planner questions

Booking a keynote in Vancouver.

Is Dai Manuel based in Vancouver?

Yes. Dai lives in Vancouver and co-owns CrossFit BC with his wife Christie. Local events carry no flight or hotel costs.

Does Dai speak at events outside downtown Vancouver?

Yes. He speaks across Metro Vancouver, including Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, the North Shore and the Fraser Valley, and travels to Whistler for retreats and offsites.

Can we meet Dai before our Vancouver event?

Usually, yes. Local organisers can often meet him in person or on a call to shape the talk around the room.

What topics suit Vancouver tech and professional services teams?

Burnout in high performers, leading through change and habits that hold under pressure. Each talk ends with something the room can use on Monday.

How far ahead should we book a Vancouver keynote?

Three to six months is ideal. Local dates can sometimes be booked at shorter notice when the calendar is open. Check the live speaking calendar for open dates.

How much does a Vancouver keynote cost?

Fees depend on format, length and preparation. Local events avoid travel costs. Send the brief and a quote follows.

Vancouver event enquiry

Tell us about your Vancouver event.

Dates, fit and format come first. Pricing follows once the brief is clear.

Keynotes start at $3,000 CAD, plus travel outside Vancouver. Workshops and emcee work are quoted on the brief. The final fee is confirmed in writing before anything is booked.

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