It’s June—Pride Month, National Indigenous History Month, and the halfway mark of a year already full of unforgettable moments. This month, we’re shining a light on some of the boldest, brightest, and most thought-provoking keynote speakers. We’re proud to work with them at Talent Bureau. From Indigenous storytellers to trailblazers and LGTBQ2S+ change makers, these are the speakers who bring real insight—and real energy—to every stage they step on.

Powerful Truths, New Perspectives | June Center Stage

Celebrating Indigenous Excellence

Portrait of Jesse Thistle, Bestselling author and Indigenous keynote speaker.

This Indigenous History Month, we’re spotlighting six Indigenous keynote speakers who continue to educate, inspire, and lead across communities and industries. Ashley Callingbull, Jesse Thistle, Scott Wabano, Kendra Jessie, Angela Sterritt, and Carey Price each bring powerful stories and deep lived experience. They add to the conversation—whether they’re speaking on resilience, representation, or what it means to build a better future.

This isn’t just about celebrating National Indigenous History Month—it’s about recognizing Indigenous excellence, all year long.

And exciting news! Jesse Thistle recently sold out his show in the Edmonton Public Library Speaker Series. Make sure you don’t miss the next one!

Pride Month Voices: Power, Joy, and Representation

From the science classroom to the Olympic podium, our Pride Month blog is a celebration of authenticity and advocacy. We’re featuring thought-provoking LGBTQ+ speakers who use their voices—and platforms—to uplift, educate, and make space. These esteemed speakers include AsapSCIENCE, Devin Heroux, Vivek Shraya, Prasanna Ranganathan, and Mark Tewksbury.

Now Booking: We recently welcomed asapSCIENCE, Devin, and Mark to our speaker roster. Contact one of our experienced agents today to book them. They are available for your next corporate conference, summit or meeting.

Stories That Can’t Be Missed

Get to Know: AsapSCIENCE

This month, we’re also launching a new feature on Mitchell Moffit and Gregory Brown—the dynamic duo behind AsapSCIENCE. Known for making science fun, accessible, and wildly engaging, these two aren’t just viral content creators—they’re passionate educators and proud members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

In our upcoming article, we’ll dig into their journey, their advocacy, and how they blend science, storytelling, and identity. Their approach resonates with audiences of all ages.

A Conversation with Doug Griffiths

We recently sat down with Doug Griffiths—author of 13 Ways to Kill Your Community—to talk about rebuilding, relevance, and what communities really need to thrive. Doug doesn’t hold back. In our interview, he dives into topics like broadband access, rural infrastructure, and why old ways of thinking just won’t cut it anymore.

If you’re in government, economic development, or planning community-focused events, Doug’s voice is one to know.

Revisit Jesse Thistle’s Journey

We’re still thinking about our past interview with Jesse Thistle—bestselling author, scholar, and one of the most thought-provoking speakers and storytellers we know. Jesse’s story is one of resilience, recovery, and reconnection. The way he shares it continues to move audiences across sectors and generations.

👉 Check out our Interview with Jesse here!

Trailblazers Who Break the Mould

This month, we’re also celebrating the speakers who don’t just speak, they shift entire industries. Our newest blog features industry trailblazers like Roberta Bondar, Spike Lee, Madison Tevlin, Jessica Campbell, André Picard, and Kori Cheverie. These leaders have broken barriers, redefined what’s possible, and turned bold ideas into lasting impact.

These speakers don’t fit a mould and that’s exactly why they connect so deeply with audiences. Their stories inspire action, courage, and real change.

Book Thought-Provoking Keynote Speakers with Talent Bureau

Whether you’re planning an event for this season or thinking ahead to fall, the thought-provoking keynote speakers we’ve featured this month speak to the themes people care about most. These include belonging, leadership, innovation, and community.

Want to bring one of these speakers to your next event? We’d love to help.

Find more amazing speakers, topics, and inspiration for your next event here!