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Areas of Expertise

Innovation & Tech Disruption

How organizations can navigate technological change while maintaining purpose and ethical foundations in an increasingly digital economy.

Sustainbility and Ocean Climate Nexus

Kendra’s focus lies at the ocean-climate, where she leverages digital innovation to drive marine conservation and climate resilience. Her work explores how emerging technologies can support sustainable resource management and scalable climate solutions.


Canadian Leadership & GLOBAL Impact

Positioning Canada as a global innovation leader through strategic technology development, collaborative ecosystems, and international partnerships.

Building effective governance frameworks for technology-driven organizations, including board oversight of innovation initiatives and ethical decision-making in the digital age.

Governance & Strategic Leadership

Innovation Stewardship: Transforming Canada’s Future Through Purpose-Driven Technology

This compelling keynote explores how organizations can harness the power of technological innovation while ensuring it serves a greater purpose. Drawing from her experience leading complex transformations, building a global cluster and guiding technology adoption, Kendra provides actionable insights on:

This talk can be customized for corporate leadership teams, innovation conferences, board retreats, or industry-specific events.

• Building innovation ecosystems that drive sustainable growth
• Creating ethical frameworks for technological advancement
• Balancing short-term gains with long-term vision
• Developing collaborative approaches to complex digital challenges
• Positioning Canadian innovation on the global stage

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Who Benefits from Kendra’s Insights

Tech & Innovation Leaders

CORPORATE LEADERS &
PUBLIC COMPANIES

CEOs and senior executives from Canada's largest corporations seeking to transform organizations through strategic innovation and technology adoption for competitive advantage.

Governments & Non-Profits

Public sector leaders and organizations focused on economic development, digital transformation, and building innovation capacity.

CTOs, CIOs, Innovation Directors and teams looking to maximize impact while navigating ethical considerations of emerging technologies.

BOARD MEMBERS & DIRECTORS

Corporate board members and directors looking to strengthen governance frameworks around innovation, technology adoption, and strategic transformation initiatives.

Tailored Presentations for Your Audience

Kendra can develop customized presentations for your specific audience and objectives, drawing from her extensive experience in innovation, technology, board governance, and global business leadership.

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Additional Speaking Topics

Kendra also regularly speaks on the following subjects:

  • Digital Transformation Strategy & Implementation
  • Building Innovation Ecosystems for Growth
  • Leadership in Technology-Driven Organizations
  • Ethical Frameworks for Emerging Technologies
  • Global Competitiveness Through Strategic Innovation
  • Board Governance in the Digital Age
  • Women in Technology Leadership
  • International Business Development & Partnerships
  • Canada’s Ocean Opportunity


Kendra MacDonald is a recognized, dynamic, and insightful speaker whose presentations reflect her dedication to innovation, strategic thinking, and driving change. Kendra’s extensive knowledge and experience, combined with her passion and engaging approach, allow her to connect with audiences on a wide range of topics. Through thoughtful and practical applications, Kendra’s speaking engagements create awareness, fosters a desire for change, and inspires action.

David Gibbs, Partner, Advisory, KPMG LLP

The Canadian Ocean Supercluster is a leading example of a successful economic catalyst seeking to drive forward opportunities in the Canadian economy and is the envy of many ecosystems the world over. I invited Kendra as a keynote speaker to one of our global events in Dublin to share more about this model, Canada’s growth, her experience and their ambitious plans for the future. Her leadership, vision and willingness to build future collaborations to advance innovation was so very much in evidence and appreciated by our knowledgeable audience.

Wayne Murphy, Co-Founder & Partner, HATCH BLUE

Tracy exemplifies a growth mindset when it comes to people and companies. Her vision for transformation is clear, and she communicates it with purpose. Her speeches are both inspiring and motivating—her strategies logically articulated and consistently clear. I experienced significant growth under her leadership, despite having no prior experience in telecom.

Suehyun Chung, Executive Leader, LG Korea

Tracy has tremendous drive while being very caring of her people. She understands what many leaders miss—that to do great things, you need strong teams and organizational culture. Her true superpower is creating new ways of working when facing challenges, being unencumbered by past approaches in her thinking.

Mark Cunningham, Founder, Achieve Institute

Tracy is one of the most highly capable, dynamic senior leaders I have ever worked with. She has a relentless work ethic and ability to execute better than anyone I've seen. Tracy is a transformative leader; she's raised the level of performance at every stop and changed the trajectory of results for the long term.

Jerry Gallegos, VP Sales, Visionary Broadband

Tracy is a global thinker, not just stuck on micro objectives—a dynamic and charismatic leader. She quickly knows if your feedback is well-intentioned or self-serving, giving ideas the effort needed when they benefit the greater good. She always wanted her organization to succeed but was also vested in the success of her partners.

Scott Aronstein, CEO, Connectivity Source

Her leadership has been an inspiration and significantly contributed to our success. I recall how Tracy skillfully maneuvered through company mergers, ensuring everyone was on board and clearly seeing her vision. Her ability to have plans in place and make navigating rough waters seem effortless is truly commendable.

Eren Beltran, Executive Leader,
Sprint/T-Mobile

Tracy has tremendous drive while being very caring of her people. She understands what many leaders miss—that to do great things, you need strong teams and organizational culture. Her true superpower is creating new ways of working when facing challenges, being unencumbered by past approaches in her thinking.

Mark Cunningham, Founder, Achieve Institute

Tracy is one of the most highly capable, dynamic senior leaders I have ever worked with. She has a relentless work ethic and ability to execute better than anyone I've seen. Tracy is a transformative leader; she's raised the level of performance at every stop and changed the trajectory of results for the long term.

Jerry Gallegos, VP Sales, Visionary Broadband

Tracy is a global thinker, not just stuck on micro objectives—a dynamic and charismatic leader. She quickly knows if your feedback is well-intentioned or self-serving, giving ideas the effort needed when they benefit the greater good. She always wanted her organization to succeed but was also vested in the success of her partners.

Scott Aronstein, CEO, Connectivity Source

Her leadership has been an inspiration and significantly contributed to our success. I recall how Tracy skillfully maneuvered through company mergers, ensuring everyone was on board and clearly seeing her vision. Her ability to have plans in place and make navigating rough waters seem effortless is truly commendable.

Eren Beltran, Executive Leader, Ex-Sprint/T-Mobile

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