KEYNOTE CONNECT

Keynote Connect is Manitoba’s curated speaker directory and growing community of purpose-driven speakers, event planners, and corporate decision-makers.

Whether you're looking to book a speaker who brings impact, or you're a speaker ready to build your platform, land gigs, and lead from the stage — this is your place.

🎤 Join the Mastermind

🎤 Purchase our Speaker Directory

🎤 Attend Launchpad to grow your talk

🎤 Connect with our live events like Amplify

Stay connected. Be the first to hear about new speaker opportunities, industry insights, and exclusive Keynote Connect events.

Keynote Connect isn’t just a platform. It’s a movement — and you belong in the room

Meet Our First Cohort of Keynote Speakers

Our Keynote Speakers have done the work—now they’re taking the mic. These bold Keynote Speakers are ready to take the stage, facilitate meaningful conversations, and lead transformative workshops in organizations across sectors.

They shared their 3-Minute Power Talks live at Amplify, our signature event — and they’re ready to bring that same energy to your next conference, company retreat, or leadership development session.

Hire them. Book them. Partner with them.
You’ll be glad you did.

“From behind the scenes to centre stage—this is the power of showing up.”

When I joined the Keynote Connect Mastermind, I didn’t just want to write a talk. I wanted to reclaim a part of myself I had quieted for too long.

Ten years ago, you wouldn’t have found me in front of a camera. I was an introvert to the core — leading quietly, staying behind the scenes, and thinking visibility wasn’t necessary for impact. But the truth is, I had a message that needed to be heard. I just didn’t know how to claim space for it.

The Mastermind changed that.

Week by week, I was guided to shape my message, find my clarity, and build the confidence to share my story out loud. I didn’t have to figure it out alone. I was surrounded by brilliant women, powerful tools, and the kind of coaching that helps you rise without losing yourself.

Keynote Connect gave me a structure to follow and a community to lean on. It held me through the messy parts, the vulnerable parts, and the thrilling parts — like standing on stage, fully prepared, fully supported, and fully myself.

I now speak and write about topics that once felt too personal to share — like menopause and midlife leadership — because I’ve learned that sharing our real stories is what opens the door for others.

If you feel a whisper that your voice matters — listen to it. Keynote Connect helped me turn that whisper into something powerful. And I’ll never look back.

Thank you Linda Drosdowech, Tracey Monachie, and Kristine Tubiera for creating this space. You’ve changed the game.

Louise Neil

“From the very first night, I was lit up.”

I’ve taken a bazillion courses - some good, many not-so-good. But this was different. After just the first visualization, I felt ready to go. Inspired. Focused. I even said out loud, “I’ve already gotten my money’s worth”. And I meant it.

The Keynote Connect Mastermind wasn’t just a program. It felt like I found my people. As women, especially as we get older, that can be rare. But this space - it was full of genuine support, connection, and growth. I loved watching everyone evolve, including myself.

Before the Mastermind, I’d been on stages and loved to talk, but I was scattered. This experience helped me hone in on my true message. It pushed me to slow down, clarify, and get intentional. The visualizations were powerful - they built my confidence in a way that felt embodied, not forced.

When I got up on stage for our final event, I felt super prepared and cared for. Like I had a “handler” taking care of all the behind-the-scenes so I could just show up and shine.

Even when the event was postponed, the support never wavered. We kept meeting. We kept growing. I even started calling our weekly sessions "Wednesday carrots” - little boosts of energy and momentum.

Oh - and watching how you ran the Zoom sessions? Total masterclass. I usually hate being online, but this changed how I see it. You made 90-minute sessions fly by. That’s not normal. That’s leadership.

I’ve already told everyone I know: If you’re even thinking about doing this - don’t wait. Do it. You won’t regret it.

Denise Harder

“Keynote Connect gave me the focus and inspiration to launch my speaking business to heights I could only imagine.”

I was looking to take my speaking and training business to the next level, and Keynote Connect was exactly the solution I needed.

Through the Mastermind, I gained guidance and support to streamline my keynote topic and fine-tune my delivery. I walked away with fresh ideas to strengthen my promotion and marketing, and I found something I didn’t even know I was missing: a vibrant community of like-minded professionals who truly get it.

And the results? Within weeks of completing the program, I booked a $5,000 facilitation gig in Toronto - proof that the clarity and confidence I gained are already paying off.

Keynote Connect isn’t just about learning to speak. It’s about becoming the speaker and business owner you know you can be. I’m so grateful to be part of this incredible community and can’t wait to see what’s next.

Andrea Canada

“What started as a whisper turned into a full-body YES.”

When I first heard about the Keynote Connect Mastermind, something stirred - a quiet calling that said this might be for me. I followed it.

That whisper led me to one of the most powerful experiences of my life.

From the very beginning, I was met with the kind of support that doesn’t just hold you - it expands you. The kind that sees what’s possible for you before you can fully see it for yourself.

Tonight, I got to stand on stage at Amplify and share part of my story - alongside four wildly talented humans: Louise Neil, Denise Harder, Andrea Canada, and Jennifer Montebruno. We’ve poured our hearts into this moment. And I couldn’t be more proud.

This wasn’t just about writing a talk. It was about becoming the person bold enough to deliver it.

If you’ve got even the faintest nudge that this might be for you - follow it. Find the room that calls you forward. Surround yourself with people who believe in your voice and your vision. Big things happen when you’re in the right company.

To Linda Drosdowech, Tracey Monachie, and Kristine Tubiera - thank you for building the space, the structure, and the belief that made this moment real.

Let’s go. 🎤💥

Kim Mintenko

“A fantastic investment that paid off on stage.”

I joined the Launchpad after looking for the right investment into offering speaking engagements as part of my business services. I wanted to gain insight and focus my efforts. 

The experience of working with Linda, Tracey and Kristine was fantastic. They shared their knowledge and industry experience, created a solid framework with demonstrable results for each speaker in the program and provided support, space, seamless event handling and in-the-moment encouragement as we launched at Amplify.

That evening, I felt prepared and polished, and I knew I'd made a fantastic choice in this program. 

No matter where you are in your speaking journey, you'll definitely be glad you joined!

Jennifer Montebruno

The Directory

The Directory

The Keynote Connect Directory

Your gateway to Manitoba’s most dynamic speaker community.

Looking for speakers who can lead the room, ignite conversation, and deliver real impact?

The Directory is more than a list — it’s your front-row seat to the future of public speaking.

What You Get When You Purchase:

  • A curated list of trained, vetted Keynote Connect speakers
    These aren’t hobbyists — they’re ready to lead keynotes, workshops, and team sessions with clarity and confidence.

  • A 1-Year Membership to The Network
    Exclusive access to our online membership — the hub of our growing network of speakers, event planners, and decision-makers shaping the future of events and leadership development.

  • Access to Exclusive Community Events
    Stay connected through meetups, showcases, and behind-the-scenes conversations with Manitoba’s most inspiring voices.

  • Founders Rate Access
    Be part of the founding group — lock in our lowest pricing ever and help shape what comes next.

Ready to find the right speaker?
Get the Directory. Join the movement. Build what's next, together.

KEYNOTE CONNECT SERVICES

  • 🧠 The Mastermind: Grow Your Voice and Your Business

    Our 12-week speaker development program for purpose-driven leaders ready to get visible, get booked, and grow their message. Includes group coaching, 1:1 support, in-person events, and a featured spot at Amplify. Next Mastermind is Fall 2025

  • 🔥 Launchpad: Build Your Signature Talk

    A full-day, hands-on intensive designed to help you shape, sharpen, and deliver your keynote with confidence. Leave with clarity, structure, and the start of a standout signature talk — built for real stages and real impact. Next Launchpad is Fall 2025

  • 🎤 Amplify: A Stage for Bold New Voices

    A high-energy, high-visibility event where emerging speakers deliver powerful 3-minute keynotes to an audience of industry leaders, event organizers, and community builders. Think of it as a speaker showcase with real-world reach. Next Amplify is Fall 2025

  • 🎙️ Speakers Lounge: The Green Room for Speakers

    For speakers, facilitators, and event planners to gather in person to swap insights, share resources, and support each other’s growth. Think of it as the green room for your speaking career - casual, energizing, and full of people who get what you do. Every First Friday of the month at the Forks Market from 10:30-12pm

  • 📖 The Directory: Discover and Hire Local Talent

    A curated list of speakers, facilitators, and workshop leaders from across Manitoba — ready to bring fresh ideas, lived experience, and lasting impact to your next event. Available for purchase now.

  • 🌐 The Network: Online Membership to Expand Your Impact

    This is the hub of the Keynote Connect community — a vibrant online space where speakers, event planners, and decision-makers come together to connect, collaborate, and create opportunity. Join the membership to grow your visibility, access insider opportunities, and build lasting relationships — all in one powerful online home for bold voices and brilliant events.

KEYNOTE CONNECT FOUNDERS

  • Linda Drosdowech is a leadership expert, educator, and co-founder of Keynote Connect. With years of experience coaching leaders through uncertainty and change, she empowers professionals and entrepreneurs to take action, deliver impactful workshops, and confidently share their expertise on stage.

    Linda Drosdowech

    Executive Coach, Speaker & Educator

    CEO of Linda Drosdowech Coaching

  • With a background in corporate leadership and consulting, Tracey specializes in helping professionals elevate their presence and influence. As a co-founder of Keynote Connect, she is committed to guiding speakers in developing compelling keynote talks and expanding their reach.

    Tracey Maconachie

    CEO of Tipping Point

  • A strategic connector and leadership coach, Kristine is dedicated to helping speakers break into the keynote circuit. As a co-founder of Keynote Connect, she provides speakers with the tools, mentorship, and connections needed to grow their speaking careers. She collaborates with her clients to amplify their impact from the event stage.

    Kristine Tubiera

    CEO LMVA Consulting

Let’s Connect

Have a question about the Directory, our upcoming events, or how to get involved in the Keynote Connect community? We’d love to hear from you.

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🎤 Whether you’re a speaker, an event organizer, or just curious — you’re in the right place.