<p>Kendal Netmaker is an award-winning, five-time entrepreneur who is on a mission to empower others to overcome adversity and achieve their business goals.</p><p>Though his life began in poverty on the Sweetgrass First Nation in northern Canada, Kendal Netmaker’s drive to succeed led him to become the successful business leader and entrepreneur he is today.</p><p>A master storyteller, Netmaker weaves his real-life experiences into motivating lessons everyone can use in their lives. His heartfelt stories and life lessons—on resilience, leadership, and the power of telling your story—are moving and impactful, full of actionable, inspiring takeaways and contagious passion for succeeding. </p><p>To date, Kendal has launched five businesses, including Neechie Gear®—a lifestyle apparel brand that gives back a percentage of its profits to fund sports programs for underprivileged youth. He is the author of <em>Driven to Succeed</em> and has won over 25 business awards, including being named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40® and runner-up at the YBI Global Entrepreneur of the Year.</p>
Entrepreneur and Founder; CEO of Neechie Gear®
<ul><li><strong>Keep Moving Forward™ – How to Overcome Obstacles & Become Unstoppable</strong></li><li>Each day, we encounter personal and professional challenges that demand both energy and perseverance. Kendal shares Indigenous strategies geared to help anyone facing challenges in their daily and professional life.</li><li>In this dynamic keynote, Kendal utilizes the power of storytelling to explore the daily challenges we encounter in both personal and professional spheres. Drawing from his own remarkable journey “From Poverty To Podium”, as documented in his best-selling book “Driven to Succeed,” Kendal imparts valuable insights and lessons from his ancestors. This energizing presentation aims to inspire and guide attendees towards a mindset shift, enabling them to refuel, recharge, and reenergize their resilience for ultimate success in all aspects of life.</li><li><strong>Keep Moving Forward™ – How to Lead, Inspire & Motivate Others</strong></li><li>Leadership is a demanding journey, but armed with the right mindset, tools, and consistent practice, you will undoubtedly become the leader you were born to become!</li><li>In this enlightening keynote, Kendal provides practical and impactful leadership strategies applicable to anyone’s daily life. Leading with authenticity, he sets an example that motivates and captivates audiences through genuine narratives drawn from his personal experiences. Kendal delves into the essential values, behaviours, and unwavering commitment required to navigate the journey of self-leadership, encompassing both personal and professional aspects. Outstanding leadership carries a contagious energy, and as you guide yourself effectively, you’re sure to inspire others to follow!</li><li><strong>The Power of Indigenous Storytelling</strong></li><li>In a world full of noise and short attention spans, the art and skill of memorable & impactful storytelling has never been more important. Indigenous Peoples’ key to retaining their culture and traditions has been built upon oral stories for thousands of years. With no textbooks, they have been able to retain valuable teachings that have been passed down from generation to generation.</li><li>In this powerful keynote, Kendal takes you into Indigenous Peoples’ storytelling communication and how to build a deeper connection with your customers and team members. He explains the importance of how storytelling is key to building long-term relationships for continued business growth.</li><li><strong>Miyo-Pimâtisiwin – “Living A Good Life”</strong></li><li>In Plains Cree culture, the word miyo-pimâtisiwin means living a good life. There are many teachings in First Nations culture that encompass what it means to live a good life. Through storytelling, Kendal will teach your audience lessons that have been passed down from First Nations elders that will help anyone to live a more fulfilled lifestyle.</li><li>In a fast-paced world, there has never been a better time to be reminded of teachings that can help anyone, from all walks of life to live a more balanced life at home and at work. Lets all strive for miyo-pimâtisiwin.</li></ul>