45+ Impactful Testimonials That Prove Why Joshua Counsil is a Must-Book Speaker

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With an average audience rating of 99.3%, Joshua Counsil is a top-rated keynote speaker, praised by event organizers, marketing professionals, and leadership teams for his humour, candour and tactical insights that stick.

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    “Your talk was a game changer for me! Such a different perspective. One of the best speeches I’ve heard in a long time. I’ve applied a lot of those insights both at the company I work for and personally."

    Schranz D'Souza, Marketing Manager, Wilsons Security

  • Azarmeen D., Digital Marketer profile photo

    “Real challenges, real takeaways, and a deeply personal story. Seriously, an incredible job for a half-hour session!”

    Azarmeen D., Digital Marketer

  • Photo of Kandace Forward, Executive Director at Lunenburg Board of Trade

    "You truly are an inspirational speaker and business leader. I absolutely loved your energy and authenticity, and I left the conference feeling recharged and excited about new possibilities."

    Kandace Forward, Executive Director, Lunenburg Board of Trade

  • Photo of Joe Uniac, Founder at Balance Beam Consulting

    "Josh has been the biggest change in the way I think about my business."

    Joe Uniac, Founder, Balance Beam Consulting

  • Paul Curry, CEO at Claymore Inn and Suites

    He was excellent - relevant, genuine and engaging. That was one of the most enjoyable addresses I have heard in a long time."

    Paul Curry, CEO, Claymore Inn & Suites

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    "Insightful, hilarious, and unexpectedly brilliant. You exceeded all expectations."

    Apples & Oranges Analytics and Marketing | Vancouver

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Tammy Brideau, Executive Director of Food & Beverage Atlantic

“Joshua was an outstanding emcee — hilarious, engaging, and incredibly well-prepared. He clearly took the time to research our industry and tailor his humour and insights to our audience. Professional, dynamic, and effortless on stage, he set the tone for the entire conference. Our survey responses said it all — many attendees specifically asked to have him back again next year.”

Tammy Brideau, Executive Director, Food & Beverage Atlantic

  • "I never laughed so hard at a presentation."

    Rebecca Scott, Owner, Cosmic Creative

  • BRAVO on the presentation – Brilliant!"

    Mary Dempster, Founder, Hospitality Consultant

  • "Absolutely loved your talk."

    Caley Dimmock, Founder, Dimik Creative Group

  • "Your presentation stood out by light-years!"

    Kian Javier, Adverb Communications

  • "Josh is a walking masterclass."

    Shane Borthwick, Founder & CEO, Impact Wealth

  • "A great blend of raw talent, business savvy and depth."

    Maureen Hanley, Co-founder, Navigate Food Safety Solutions

  • "Insightful, USEFUL & fun."

    Cathy Munro, Founder, Bramble Hill Farm

  • "Loved your keynote."

    Olivier Bertrand, Founder, Eluminate Inc., Vagustim Medical Research & xoxolo.com

  • "Fantastic talk... Relevant and engaging!"

    Rose Chase, Senior Manager, Media Relations & PR, Pursuit Collection

  • "Inspiring, real and super relatable on so many levels."

    Pascal Haché, Director of Business Development @ Peach Marketing

  • "Loved it."

    Lee Casey, Co-Founder & Creative Partner, Hatched London

  • "Loved your session."

    Sarah Bernier, Senior Account Manager

  • "Very inspiring!"

    Ryan Richard, Founder, Rival Digital

  • "Excellent presentation!"

    Haley Wells, Social Media Team Lead, seoplus+

  • "By far the highlight of the conference."

    Charlie Johnson, CX & Engagement Strategist

  • "We had so much fun watching your presentation."

    Duarte Group Inc.

  • "The highlight of SocialEast for me."

    Kerra Aucoin Mansfield, Social Media Consultant/Strategist

  • "Like watching stand-up comedy with really good tactical info."

    Joe Teo, CEO, HeyOrca

Past speaking events:

  • Joshua Counsil spoke at an EO Atlantic Canada event in Halifax
  • Digital Harvest Conference – Joshua Counsil on Harvesting Growth from Customer Insights
  • SocialEast Marketing Conference – Closing Keynote by Joshua Counsil on Team Creativity
  • HeyOrca Community Summit – Speaker Joshua Counsil on Brand Building with Online Haters
  • TIANS AGM at Fox Harb'r Resort – Keynote by Joshua Counsil on Tourism & Memory-Making
  • Food & Beverage Atlantic Conference – Joshua Counsil on Beverage CPG Growth
  • SocialWest Marketing Conference – Guest Speaker Joshua Counsil on PR Nightmares
  • IGNITE Atlantic – Guest Speaker Joshua Counsil on Startup Marketing Without a Budget

More audience reviews of Joshua’s speeches

"Such an awesome storyteller"

"Real. Raw. Funny."

"Such a transparent presentation"

"Brilliant presence on stage"

"This guy is awesome, so engaging"

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"So engaging and entertaining"

"Amazing presentation"

"Great speaker and storyteller"

"Really enjoyed Josh’s humour and down to earth presentation"

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"Wish the presentation was longer!"

"My favourite talk of the conference"

"Informative, concise & still entertaining"

"Great motivational speech!"

"Genius"

"Wish the presentation was longer!" "My favourite talk of the conference" "Informative, concise & still entertaining" "Great motivational speech!" "Genius"

"Awesome advice peppered with lots of humour."

"The best one of the two days"

"Helpful and inspiring"

"So fun, so engaging, so creative."

"Awesome advice peppered with lots of humour." "The best one of the two days" "Helpful and inspiring" "So fun, so engaging, so creative."

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