"Riaz Meghji was one of the most captivating keynote speakers at the ASAE Executive Leadership Conference in Vancouver. Associations are in the people and relationship businesses. Riaz’s thought-provoking insights on human connectivity, engagement, and the importance of being a trusted source reinforced the value of associations and why the industry is critical now more than ever before. The collective impact of bringing people together to accomplish great things can have widespread global influence." - Michelle, President & CEO, American Society for Association Executives
"Riaz was a superb choice as keynote speaker for our Hotel Leadership Conference! His message about authentic connection was timely and meaningful, and our attendees raved about his session. The hospitality business, and really every business, is about people. Riaz’s tips for transcending small talk to get to extraordinary relationships were inspiring and practical for our attendees, both at work and in their personal lives. He customised the message for our audience, even using specific hotel examples to make his points. He was invested in the mindset of the attendees, and he took time before and during the conference to connect with the producers and attendees alike. Highly recommend!" - Jennifer, VP and Global Brand Leader, Premium Distinctive and Collections Brands, Marriott International
"Your session was fantastic. At the end of the conference, we each go through and share our high and low of the entire experience. Your session was repeatedly shared as the most impactful moment of our three days together. One of our executives specifically said, ‘I have never experienced a more prepared and moving speaker.’ And I personally was brought to tears through your beautiful and vulnerable storytelling. Thank you again. So grateful for all of the insights we are still reflecting on." - Norma, Senior Vice President of Brand + Culture, EDENS
"Practical. Meaningful. Moving. Riaz’s thought-provoking keynote at our Power of Connection conference was one of our highest-rated sessions. He brought to life the realities of loneliness and the power we each have to create authentic human connection, especially in the exhausting and distracted world we live in. His vulnerability motivated our leaders to explore how we can cultivate collaborative relationships and build a more connected culture. I really appreciated Riaz’s care in crafting the session based around the needs of our people and his skill in embedding insights about our specific team and business." - Carissa, VP, People Strategy and Consulting, Thomson Reuters
"If I had to describe his session it would be game-changing. It struck a chord not just with me but with the entire audience, inspiring us to pause and think about how we can elevate our human connections as leaders and also as individuals and then translate that into business impact. I absolutely recommend this keynote as it has application for all industries and all departments." - Kristi, MBA, Director, Smartmail Marketing, Canada Post
"Riaz reminds us all that empathy is a core business skill and that every conversation we have with peers, team members, and customers can change outcomes and positively impact our relationships and business. Not only did Riaz inspire our participants with ideas, he empowered them to change their approach to interactions with others. He is easy to work with, well-prepared, and customised his content to meet the challenges of our unique participants." - Jessie, VP, Meeting Professionals International
"Riaz's presentation at our national conference was not only powerful and engaging but also deeply emotional. Riaz spoke from the heart, effortlessly connecting with every individual in the room, leaving an unforgettable impact on all of us. What set Riaz's presentation apart was his dedication to making it personal to our company. He conducted thorough research beforehand, incorporating specific details about the challenges our industry faces. This personalised touch showcased his exceptional ability to relate his message to our unique journey." - Todd, Executive Vice President, CENTURY 21 Canada
"Riaz provided dedicated and customised coaching to our hosts from beginning right through to the very end. He played to each of their strengths and provided these leaders with a simple framework to be authentic in their delivery. The result was tremendous. All our hosts were able to effectively tell their stories and connect to the audience in a way that was impactful." - Dawn, Senior Director, Internal Communications, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
"Riaz Meghji’s talk, Every Conversation Counts, was perhaps the most inspiring and impactful session at our recent virtual leadership conference. Practical, meaningful, and motivating. Riaz has packaged a powerful message for leaders to put to work in everyday conversations." - Walter, Regional Managing Partner, KPMG
"Riaz kicked off three days of keynote speakers in the most perfect way. From his presentation to his continuous engagement with our Brooks team, Riaz is a force for positivity in this world, and there is no doubt in my mind that he has made a lasting impact on all of us that got the opportunity to hear him speak." - Jess, Senior Project Manager, Brooks Running
"Many of us are still on a high – your presentation was truly refreshing, inspiring, and motivating! It was above and beyond what we had hoped for. Thank you for being such an authentic and engaging speaker and storyteller and providing important guidance on human connection that we can all reflect on." - Linton, Chief Development Officer, UNICEF Canada
"Having heard Riaz speak twice now, I took many insights away to apply to both my professional and personal life. If you have not had the honour of hearing Riaz speak or read his book, please do it. The topic of connecting with impact and purpose and reflecting on the conversations you have and have not yet had is life-changing." - John, National Business Development, Kal Tire
"Riaz was phenomenal. He was one of those keynotes our community will continue to talk about for years to come. He clearly did his research and worked hard to prepare by having multiple conversations with us and our members; that really showed. He had a line of folks wanting to talk with him after the session and stayed for the entire reception that followed." - Elizabeth, President, Association of Briefing Program Managers
"You are truly one in a trillion and I am so glad I got to meet you and partner with you on this session. In my 15 years at GSK, never has there been a speaker that has had such a profound impact on not only me, but everyone in the company. I was getting pings on Teams during the chat, and I am sure you could see the comments coming in: ‘More Riaz!’ Thank you for all of your time, engagement, and collaboration leading up to our event." - Tricia, Senior Brand Manager, GlaxoSmithKline
"The conference was amazing and Riaz was such a hit (which I knew he would be)! Working with him this time around was just such a special experience. He brought so many great ideas and creative elements into his emcee duties as well as his keynote talk. My colleague said Riaz was the best and easiest conference emcee she has ever worked with in her 10+ years with the organisation." - Jessica, Conference and Events Manager, CPHR BC & Yukon
"Riaz created an unforgettable series of presentations at our most recent virtual event. His ability to create a connection with an audience is more than impressive. We pride ourselves on creating educational, entertaining, and engaging experiences for our clients, and he delivered in all three areas. Riaz was the highlight of the entire event and received the highest ratings of any speaker." - Scott, TRUE Network Advisors
"Riaz took the time to understand our audience and the culture of our organisation and tailored a presentation that was outstanding. His message is crisp, and he took us through a rollercoaster of emotions - from laughter to tears - it was without question a memorable experience." - COO, DLC Group of Companies
"Riaz did an incredible job working with the entire team to develop a concept and theme for the event. He also did a great job bringing together our underlying message. The audience’s reaction to Riaz’s interaction with various staff led to an amazing atmosphere. We look forward to having him join us again next year!" - RBC Royal Bank
"Riaz Meghji truly embodies the characteristics of a perfect conversation. As a speaker he is articulate and eloquent. As a personality, electric and gravitating. He is the most positively received host we have ever hired." - Jordan, Past President, TEDxVancouver
"Riaz’s message on human connection is what leaders need most right now. He delivered strong value for our group of CEOs to deepen relationships and promote effective collaboration within their teams. The authentic and thoughtful engagement from our executives was evidence of Riaz’s ability to build trust in any context." - Nancy, PhD, Founder & Board Member, MacKay CEO Forums
