The first talk that actually changed how I lead.
Her personality, her ability to empathically listen, to read a room and adjust to the audience is second to none.
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About Danette
With her extensive experience, Danette has honed her skills and developed a unique approach to delivering presentations that connects with her audience. Her ability to understand the specific needs and interests of each industry and audience sets her apart as a speaker, and her tailored approach ensures that every session is relevant and impactful. Danette's approach to speaking blends her expertise with her engaging personality and humour, making her sessions both entertaining and educational.
Danette's focus on practical takeaways means that attendees will leave her sessions with new skills and knowledge that they can immediately apply in their personal and professional lives. Whether you are looking for a keynote speaker to motivate and inspire your team or a workshop facilitator to help attendees develop new skills and techniques, Danette is a perfect choice. With her unique blend of insights, humour, and practical tools, Danette will leave a lasting impact on your audience, long after your event has ended.
WORKING WITH LEADERS FROM
So many leaders are overwhelmed at the constant, rapid change happening in their sectors, so it is essential that they can walk away from my talks with actionable, research-led tools that they can apply to their business straight away that will help them navigate change happening now and into the future.
Danette Fenton-Menzies
Keynote Topics
Adapt to THRIVE
A keynote on leadership
Today’s leaders face relentless change, rising complexity, and constant pressure to stay ahead. Too often, they’re reacting instead of leading. In Adapt to Thrive, Danette Fenton-Menzies helps leaders and boards shift from firefighting to future-proofing. Drawing on 30+ years of experience and the latest neuroscience, she shares practical, evidence-based tools to help leaders anticipate change, build resilience, and make smarter decisions—so their organisations can not only survive uncertainty, but thrive through it.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the neuroscience of adaptability and decision-making under pressure.
Learn tools to move from reactive to proactive leadership.
Build confidence in guiding teams through disruption and uncertainty.
Foster a culture that embraces change and drives innovation.
Adapt to WIN
A keynote on sales
In fast-moving markets, adaptability is the difference between closing deals and missing opportunities. Adapt to Win empowers sales teams to stay agile, confident, and customer-focused—even when everything shifts. Blending real-world insights with brain-based strategies, Danette Fenton-Menzies shows how to anticipate client needs, pivot with purpose, and create trust-driven relationships that endure.
Learning Outcomes
Develop adaptive selling strategies that respond to client change.
Learn neuroscience-based techniques for focus, influence, and resilience.
Build stronger emotional intelligence and trust with customers.
Turn setbacks and market shifts into growth opportunities.
Adapt to LAST
A keynote on Family Business
Longevity in family business isn’t about resisting change—it’s about evolving together. In Adapt to Last, Danette Fenton-Menzies helps family enterprises strengthen communication, leadership, and decision-making across generations. With empathy and practical frameworks, she shows how adaptability builds harmony, succession readiness, and sustainable success that honours both legacy and innovation.
Learning Outcomes
Strengthen adaptability across generations and leadership styles.
Apply neuroscience-informed tools to improve communication and resilience.
Navigate succession and strategic change with confidence.
Balance legacy with innovation for lasting business growth.
From Stage to Page
Danette's book, The Adaptable Leader, captures the core skills and frameworks she teaches in her keynotes and workshops. Leaders gain actionable strategies for managing uncertainty, improving decision-making and building adaptable, high-performing teams. It is the perfect companion for organisations wanting to extend the impact of her speaking engagements.