"David's works have meant a tremendous amount to me, both professionally and personally, as I manage my way through life as a father, husband, and leader in one of the most incredible and diverse industries imaginable. I recommend David highly to anyone who believes they are a student of life and career."

"You can do all you want in an organization about team building and training but accountability and authenticity can only start with the individual. An individual’s values, knowing who you are, need to be in sync with the values of their organization. This is David’s strength – helping us get the internal alignment. David speaks to business, but you get the feeling that he is really speaking to society - we need more accountability and authenticity. It is easy to see his personal commitment to these two principles. His message is very simple, almost intuitive, but so valuable in today’s world where we often look to somebody else to solve our problems for us. Many of us think of accountability and think of blame, of the negative side. David helps us see that it is something to get enthusiastic about. Our work with David has helped shape our leaders and impact our culture."

"I have been around for a lot of moons and a part of many seminars, both our own and others. We have had various contact with speakers over the years. I found your presentations at our seminar to be one of the most rewarding experiences that we have encountered because of the depth of your message. I can say with deep sincerity that when people ask me about a potential speaker, the name of one individual will stand out and that's David Irvine. We have a good organization, David, and it's a better organization because of what you shared... It was Max DePree who said, "Leadership Is An Art." David, you have it."

"Our employee team and the store owners who attended the retreat with David are still talking about his presentation and the impact it has had on their lives. David’s message continues to provide sustenance and encouragement for myself, my senior team and, most importantly, for our store owners. The ideas shared with all of us are helping us navigate the corridor we find ourselves in with persistence and optimism. David is truly a friend of the Pharmasave family."

"As a result of working with David Irvine, I am less stressed, have a great work/life balance, enjoy my career more and contribute to the organization more effectively and with more energy. The company is growing faster, profitability is up, and my mind is focused, as is my management team."

"Accountability is one of today’s greatest business issues. Fortunately I have been introduced to David Irvine and have benefited first hand from his remarkable insights into not only how to be accountable, but why. He and his organization embody what it means to be accountable and they have been fantastic to work with. David’s work with staff and independent advisors has been warmly received, and has supported positive change.

David believes that accountability is a philosophy for living, and he has made himself accountable to help others understand and embrace this message. Take the first step towards refocusing your own accountability - hear his message, then implement his strategies. You and those you care about will be better off for it."

"Many years ago I attended my first session with David — a presentation with significant personal impact — and many similar opportunities followed. He influences the organizations I lead through my own actions as well as through his sharing at facilitated internal team events. David respects an individual’s journey without judgment, while helping others to be authentic and accountable. His presence is real; he walks the talk."

David Irvine’s message provides everyone with common sense measures on balancing life in our fast-paced world."

"I am always inspired when hearing David Irvine speak, which I have done on several occasions."

"David is a leader’s leader. His writing and teachings have made a difference in my family’s life, and have transformed ‘accountability’ in our organization from a dirty word into a foundational concept. His perspective on accountability is profound, and his practice of it transforming."

"I have been involved with David for about five years. In my professional role as a senior leader, I worked with him with my leadership team. His teachings provide a major roadmap forward for leaders everywhere."

"Over a five year period, David Irvine worked with our firm on several occasions, both as a keynote speaker and session presenter, to develop the leadership and management capacity of our senior team members. David provides significant knowledge in the area of accountable leadership and his presentation skills have been met with respect and admiration with our senior team. David is a knowledgeable, committed writer and presenter with the ability to help others begin the process of enhancing their leadership style."

"David’s attention to detail ensures that he can facilitate a positive and realistic outcome when working with people – it has been the key to his credibility."

"I found your presentation to be entertaining, stimulating and provocative... and you can quote me."

"Morale has increased ten-fold. We are having fun in the workplace again… I have a renewed understanding of my position to help us be the best we can be."

"Since our session with David the communication at Board meetings and family meetings has improved substantially. More importantly everyone has bought into the accountability concept and we will become a stronger family and a stronger company. Would we hire David again for any follow-up sessions? He is already booked."

"Your message brought into perspective why the staff was feeling the way they were, and the steps needed to advance to the next level. We were inspired by your message and it created the perfect foundation for a high-energy development weekend."

"While attending the Credit Union Central of Alberta Annual General Meeting event, I had the good fortune to attend your presentation called “Deep Accountability; The Power of Agreement.

Thirty years ago, I made the commitment to always pursue a continuous learning strategy for self improvement, believe me when I say; I have attended my share of presentations. Your presentation made the hair on the back of my neck stand up! In a relaxed fun environment you brought a clear, concise, understanding of living a life built on the principles and philosophy of accountability, the mind set required to achieve this and the tool needed to make it happen.
WOW…it is a small world, and you have continued to touch people and contribute opportunities for affirmation and to create opportunity for significant life changing impacts on people.

We agreed if we had to choose one presenter to attend a presentation it would be you hands down! Thank you…you articulated what I have been trying to live personally and professionally; with your tool I will now be able to improve my consistency and become more successful both personally and professionally."

“Accountability agreements now exist between the firm’s partners, directors, team leaders and project managers, and are reviewed at least once per year on employees’ employment anniversaries. David Irvine’s accountability process, which has now replaced the outdated ‘job-description/employee performance’ models has, without question, been wholeheartedly and enthusiastically endorsed by the participants. It has led to a higher degree of respect between them relative to their individual and collective business goals within Marshall Tittemore Architects.

We now have clearer goals and success measures as well as more meaningful discussions on consequences (i.e. compensation). MTA is now filled with greater purpose at all levels of our firm’s activities; we have a more integrated group of leaders in a highly creative and competitive business environment. For that we thank David Irvine.”

“When I heard David Irvine say that leadership is a personal choice, I had a hunch that his messages would resonate with FCC’s leadership team. I was right.

David Irvine is an inspiring teacher and a dynamic speaker. With insights grounded in personal experience, David’s messages about authenticity, accountability and balance are both practical and profound.

David is one of very few speakers who connect emotionally with their audiences. His stories are real and leave a lasting impression on those lucky enough to hear him. In today’s world, where change is the norm and leaders are needed at every level, of organizations, David’s messages are powerful.”

"David's presentation challenged everyone to look at things differently and focus on our values His presentation stimulated a lot of thinking among our staff of how we can do things differently to achieve a better balance."

"As a leader of people services in the public service, I am acutely aware of the need and desire that our organization has to build a culture of accountability. We have worked with David Irvine to link our values, one of which is accountability, to the goal of creating workplace wellness. Our executive team was inspired by this work to develop our own individual accountability agreements as leaders, to help us link our attitudes to our actions. David provides guidance and inspiration and he, along with his books, are a valuable resource on our accountability journey."

"When we hear the word ‘accountability,’ sometimes fear, anxiety and pressure emerge! David’s work addresses the essential essence of transformational leadership … turning accountability from a negative to a positive, moving from an external sense of responsibility to an internal commitment, both professionally and personally.

David’s work will provide you with specific characteristics and processes to guide you in your personal transformation, enhancing your organization through the distributed leadership model, where the focus is on positive accountability and responsibility for all. He will help you build a positive working/living environment, success, and positive control."

"David, you contributed to nursing leadership in our province… thanks again for such a wonderful sharing and challenging us to find our centers and reflect on what leadership means for not only others or our profession but importantly within ourselves and our families."

"Those who attended the workshop unanimously agreed that it was one of the most worthwhile professional and personal development sessions they had ever participated in. They appreciated your candor, clarity and meaningful personal examples."

"I have never heard management staff at the hospital laugh as much as they did in the day with you. I know that the fun and learning will translate into better care for kids."

"I hired you to inspire and to motivate. Based on the post-presentation comments received from my staff, you not only met but exceeded my expectations."

"Humorous, dynamic, enlightening, practical, down-to-earth, inspiring... I was personally touched by your honesty and sincere desire to help."

"I have been receiving overwhelmingly positive and rave reviews regarding the workshop and the materials you presented... More importantly for staff was the personal message you shared and your open, narrative style of presentation."

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"Those who attended the workshop unanimously agreed that it was one of the most worthwhile professional and personal development sessions they had ever participated in. They appreciated your candor, clarity and meaningful personal examples."

-Sherry Ferronato, Executive Director, Big Sisters and Big Brothers of Calgary and Area