Keynote Speaker on Human-Centered Leadership and Communication
Jason Reid equips leaders to build engagement, communicate with clarity, and navigate change by leading with vulnerability, empathy, and courage.
Activating human potential through vulnerable leadership
Discretionary effort is what individuals and teams give you when they don’t have to. It’s the extra creativity, energy, and commitment that only shows up when people feel trusted, seen, and supported. People decide how much to give based on how you lead. That’s why human-centered leadership isn’t just a nice idea. It’s a competitive edge.
Effective leadership starts with authentic communication.
People don’t respond to corporate jargon and slide decks. They respond to clarity, honesty, and emotional truth. That’s why strong communication goes beyond information. It creates connection. Storytelling helps leaders make their message land, stick, and matter.
Inspire new and emerging leaders
Human-centered leadership also creates future leaders. When you lead with empathy, clarity, and trust, you set a standard others want to follow, making space for the human-centered people in your organization to step up, take initiative, and lead in ways that drive real results.

“I could listen to Jason for hours.”
Charmainne King, Brand Manager
Kellanova
Jason has been trusted by leading organizations and agencies across the globe.

Keynotes, and workshops that inspire leaders and communicators
- Build trust faster by leading with authenticity and vulnerability
- Use strategic storytelling to inspire, persuade, and connect
- Strengthen leadership communication for real-world influence
- Create cultures of openness, inclusion, and innovation
- Future-proof leadership impact in an AI-driven world
Whether you’re trying to inspire a team, drive culture change, or elevate your leadership brand, Jason can give you the mindset and the message to lead with real humanity.
Entertaining Keynotes:
Strategic Storytelling Workshops:
Looking for Jason’s programs on invisible disability and neurodiversity in the workplace? Go here.
“Thank you Jason for being responsive, amenable and a general joy to work with!”
Christine, McKelvey, TD Bank Group
“Jason’s ability to get the most out of people is impressive!”
Ross Hull, Global News
“Jason’s presentation was the highest rated event we’ve had so far!”
Faye LaCasee, Highlights for Children
“Jason takes a deeper dive into the human side of things that greatly complements our work coaching leaders.”
Ethiopia Gultneh, Redfin
Eight Reasons to Hire Jason
Serving U.S. and Canada: Jason is Canadian with an E1 Visa which allows him to work in both the United States and Canada.
Engaging: Jason is a master storyteller with a background in movies and television. He makes insights memorable so they stick.
Original: Jason’s content comes directly from his decades of experience in leadership and communication.
Relevant: Jason’s concepts are actionable and specific so they can be easily applied.
Virtual Experience: Jason uses his long-time television production background to make virtual presentations lively and engaging.
Accommodating: Who wants the stress of a prima donna speaker? If you need an extra person for your panel discussion, a promo video, or anything else, feel free to ask.
Professional: Having been in charge of on-air content at a national broadcaster, you can be sure that Jason will be professional and respectful in his approach.
Fun: Being professional doesn’t mean being boring! Jason’s sense of humour, and passion for his topics will put a smile on the face of your audience.
Ready to liven up your event and provide valuable insight to your attendees?
