SpeakersYour team has heard the rules. These speakers bring the story behind them.
Since 1972, MCP Talent has matched safety speakers with corporations for events across Canada and the USA. Tell us about your team, your location, and the change you want to see. You’ll receive a vetted shortlist of speakers who fit your needs, a replacement guarantee if plans change, and the same fee you would pay when booking the speaker directly.
Safety weeks, Target Zero kickoffs, leadership summits, shift meetings and virtual town halls are all covered.
What Is a Workplace Safety Speaker?
A workplace safety speaker uses professional experience, personal stories and practical messages to help employees recognize risks and take responsibility for safe work. MCP Talent matches organizations across Canada and the USA with speakers for safety weeks, leadership meetings, onsite events and virtual sessions. A keynote supports a safety program and does not replace required training.
No Surprises When You Book a Safety Speaker
Booking a speaker for a safety event should not add risk to your plan. Here is what every booking includes.
- The same fee as booking direct. MCP Talent is paid by the speaker, so your price does not go up.
- A Replacement, Guaranteed. Should your speaker become unavailable, we will work immediately to secure a qualified replacement at no extra charge.
- Content limits you set. Before the event, your speaker learns who is in the room and how much detail fits your team.
- One logistics manager. Travel, AV, site access and the pre-event briefing call are handled for you.
Match a Safety Speaker to Your Workforce
The right speaker depends on who’s in the room. Start with the situation that best reflects your team’s needs.
| Your Team situation | What reaches them | Speakers to consider |
|---|---|---|
| Veteran workers who think they have heard it all | A peer from the field who made one routine mistake | Brad Livingston, Chris Cederstrand |
| Young workers who take shortcuts | A story about how fast one choice can change a life | Kina Hart, Chad Hymas |
| Energy, gas and pipeline workers | Someone who has worked the same kind of site | Brad Livingston |
| Remote or high-risk work | Survival, clear thinking and trust under pressure | Chris Lemons |
| Supervisors and safety leaders | Leadership, accountability and performance under stress | Allan James Moore, Charlie Plumb, Adam Kreek |
| Teams experiencing safety-talk fatigue | Humour that still carries a safety message | Bill Carr, Carl Dixon |
| Family safety days and mixed audiences | A hopeful story that works for all ages | Alvin Law |
Not sure which situation best describes your team? A booking advisor can create a shortlist tailored to your incident history, workforce demographics and industry.
Real Stories That Change How Teams Work
Many speakers on this page lived through a serious injury or a moment that could have been prevented. Their stories reach the workers who tuned out the last safety meeting. Each card shows the story, the themes and the audiences each talk suits best.
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Andrew Brash
Calgary Climber and Author of 200 Metres From Everest’s Summit, Canadian Halts Climb to Rescue Man.
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From Following Rules to Taking Ownership of Safety
Rules tell employees what to do. Real stories show them why safety matters to them, their families and the people working alongside them.
Most workers already know the procedures. The challenge begins when small shortcuts become routine and unsafe habits go unnoticed. A powerful safety keynote can help break that pattern, shifting the mindset from following safety rules out of obligation to making safety a personal commitment.
Here is what safety teams look for after the right talk:
- Workers speak up sooner when they notice something unsafe.
- Near-miss reporting increases as employees become more comfortable reporting incidents and potential hazards.
- Supervisors find it easier to start meaningful safety conversations on the job.
- Employees recognize stress, fatigue and mental health as essential parts of workplace safety.
The speakers featured on this page do more than repeat your safety manual. They give your team a compelling reason to put its lessons into practice.
Safety Speakers by Industry and Event
Every industry has its own risks, challenges and ways of communicating about safety. MCP Talent matches speakers to the work your team does and the realities of your workplace.
Industries- Energy, oil and gas: Pipeline operations, gas wells, refineries and field teams.
- Manufacturing and plants: multi-shift plants, chemical sites and processing facilities
- Agriculture and equipment: farm, dealership and equipment service teams
- Remote and high-risk sites: Camps, yards and work locations far from emergency support.
- Safety weeks and safety stand-downs
- Target Zero and annual safety kickoffs
- Shift meetings and plant-floor sessions
- Leadership and supervisor summits
- Family safety days
- Virtual safety town halls across several sites
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
"I have twice had Andrew present to our top sales professionals and clients…his story is one of perseverance, dedication, and achievement framed by "doing the right thing". I would highly recommend him as a speaker for those who want to set high standards and lead by example."Mick Kelly - CFP, PFP, CIM, FCSI - Vice President - Sales, Retail Markets Standard Life
"Hi Chad! I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for sharing your purpose, passion, and perspective! All three came shining through in your presentation today. You captured the attention of over 600 of our workers today and helped us frame up our session and resonate on our key messages that aligned nicely with your story. Thanks for your passion, you are a remarkable individual and have left a lasting impression on me to strive to do better in this space. Safe travels!" Nova Chemicals
"Hilariously moving! All eyes, ears, and a couple of tears! Your ability to captivate your audience with humor and humility is truly amazing!" LMS Corp.
“Chris Lemons' survival story stands as an extraordinary testament to leadership, teamwork, and human resilience under the most extreme circumstances. He has a unique ability to make his story both deeply informative and remarkably engaging, capturing audiences with a presentation that is as entertaining as it is impactful. He doesn't just recount an incredible survival story; he translates it into actionable lessons on trust, preparation, and perseverance. Chris is a consummate professional who will bring authenticity and genuine humanity to your engagement.:
Americas, Society of Petroleum Engineers
How to Book a Workplace Safety Speaker
- Share your team details. Include your event date, location, audience size, budget, any recent incidents and the one change you want to see. You get a vetted shortlist with fees and video links for each speaker.
- Pick your speaker. MCP Talent handles the offer, the fee and the contract, so there is nothing to negotiate on your own.
- Get ready for the day. A dedicated logistics manager handles travel, AV and site details. A briefing call before the event helps your speaker shape the talk to your workforce and your safety goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a workplace safety speaker?
Choose a workplace safety speaker whose experience and message fit your industry, audience and safety goals. Consider the hazards employees face, recent incidents, the level of detail suitable for the audience and whether the event is onsite or virtual. MCP Talent can match these requirements to a shortlist of speakers with relevant experience.
Is it appropriate to book a safety speaker after a serious incident at our site?
Yes, with the right timing and the right speaker. Your booking advisor can help you choose a speaker whose story is appropriate for what your team has experienced. The speaker is briefed on the incident before the event so the presentation can support your employees during a difficult time.
How graphic do survivor-story talks get, and can we set limits?
You can set the boundaries. Before the event, your speaker is briefed on the audience and the level of detail that is appropriate. If your team has recently lost a coworker, the presentation can focus on decision-making, prevention and recovery rather than graphic details of the injury.
Does a safety keynote count as safety training?
A keynote supports your safety program, but it does not replace required certification or job-specific training. Many companies log it as a safety meeting or awareness session. Check how your province, state or regulator treats it before you count the hours.
Our audience is safety professionals, not frontline workers. Do these speakers still fit?
Yes. Several speakers tailor their presentations for safety managers, HSE leaders and supervisors. The focus can shift to leadership, building a strong safety culture, encouraging meaningful safety conversations and keeping employees engaged between safety meetings.
Should we invite employees’ families to a safety event?
Family safety days can be powerful, because workers hear why safety matters to the people waiting at home. Choose a speaker whose story works for all ages, and let them know ahead of time that families will attend.
Can the speaker present at the worksite rather than a conference venue?
Yes. Many speakers present in shops, yards, plant floors and camp mess halls. Your logistics manager works out site access, safety gear, sound and timing around your shifts.
How much does it cost to hire a workplace safety speaker in Canada or the USA?
Workplace safety speaker fees vary by speaker, event date, presentation length, format and travel requirements. Share your budget with MCP Talent to receive suitable options and an upfront proposal. Local speakers may reduce travel costs; virtual rates vary by speaker and should be confirmed in your proposal.
Can a safety speaker present virtually to employees at multiple sites?
Yes. Many speakers deliver live virtual talks built for remote audiences. One session can reach several plants, camps or offices at once, and some speakers can repeat the talk for different shifts.
What happens if our speaker cancels?
Should your speaker become unavailable, we will work immediately to secure a qualified replacement at no extra charge.