Speaking & Facilitation

Bringing the Boardroom
to the Stage

Anthony Ariganello is an experienced keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, drawing on four decades at the top of Canadian business and professional life to deliver sessions that are honest, practical, and genuinely memorable.

Anthony Ariganello speaking at a conference
Anthony Ariganello at CPHR Conference
Member, Order of Canada
Former President & CEO, CGA Canada
Former President & CEO, CPHR Canada
ICD.D — Certified Board Director
40+ Years Executive Experience
Why Anthony

Experience That
Speaks for Itself

Most speakers talk about leadership and governance in the abstract. Anthony has lived it — leading a $250 million operation, steering a historic national merger, chairing boards across the public and private sectors, and receiving Canada's highest civilian honour for a lifetime of contribution.

That depth of firsthand experience is what makes his sessions different. Audiences leave not just inspired but equipped — with practical insight they can apply immediately.

Keynote Address
Half-Day Workshop
Full-Day Training
Board Retreat Facilitation
Panel Moderation
Virtual & In-Person
"Board Governance training is one of those necessary evils for all Governance Boards. The best make the hard work of educating Boards interesting, inspirational and even exciting. Anthony (Tony) Ariganello did that for our Board. After a day of training, the Board were excited about what they could do, what their vision and possibilities were."

— Janice Perrino, CFRE
President & CEO, Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation
Speaking Topics

Six Topics Anthony
Speaks On

All topics are customised to your audience, sector, and event objectives. Anthony does not deliver generic, off-the-shelf talks — every session is tailored.

Board Governance for the Modern Organisation

What does effective governance actually look like in practice? Anthony breaks down the responsibilities, structures, and behaviours that distinguish boards that add value from those that get in the way.

NPO Boards Corporate Half or Full Day
Strategic Leadership Under Pressure

Drawing on his experience leading national organisations through mergers, restructuring, and change, Anthony explores what great leadership looks like when it matters most — and what derails leaders who look good in calm waters.

CEOs & Executives Keynote
Finance for Non-Finance Board Directors

One of Anthony's most in-demand sessions. A highly practical, jargon-free workshop that helps non-financial board members understand their fiduciary responsibilities and read financial statements with confidence.

NPO Boards Workshop High Demand
The CEO–Board Relationship

One of the most important — and most frequently misunderstood — relationships in any organisation. Anthony explores how to build a productive, trust-based dynamic between the CEO and the board that serves the organisation rather than undermining it.

CEOs Board Chairs Keynote or Workshop
Building a High-Performance Professional Association

Developed from Anthony's experience leading CGA Canada and CPHR, this session addresses the unique challenges of professional association leadership — member engagement, relevance in a changing landscape, and the governance structures that enable long-term success.

Association Leaders Keynote
Human Resources as a Strategic Asset

As former CEO of CPHR Canada, Anthony makes the case for elevating HR from a support function to a strategic driver of organisational performance — covering talent, culture, and the human dimensions of leadership that finance-focused executives often underestimate.

HR Leaders CEOs Keynote
Past Engagements

Where Anthony Has Spoken

CPHR BC & Yukon Annual Conference
Keynote — Governance & Leadership
Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation
Full-Day Board Governance Training
CPHR Canada — National Conference
Keynote — Strategic Leadership
Cornwall & The Counties Community Futures
Board Governance Workshop
World Federation of People Management Associations
International Conference — Panel & Address
Fraser Institute
Executive Leadership Series
CPHR New Brunswick
Board Governance Training Session
Invest Vancouver
Strategic Planning Facilitation
Office of the Auditor General for Local Government, BC
Audit Council — Governance Leadership

His high energy, boldness and passion for success is inspirational. Anthony's strong strategic leadership, innovative thinking and clear vision enabled our national association to position itself well as a credible voice for our profession, far exceeding expectations.

Roma Thorlakson
Past Chair, CPHR Canada
Logistics

What to
Expect

Anthony keeps the process simple. Once you've made contact, he'll discuss your event objectives and audience, and work with you to shape the right session.

Location
Based in Vancouver, BC — available across Canada and internationally
Lead Time
Minimum 4–6 weeks preferred for bespoke sessions; keynotes from 2 weeks
Session Length
45-min keynote to full-day workshop — shaped around your agenda
Format
In-person or virtual — Anthony is comfortable with both
What's Included
  • Pre-event consultation to understand your audience and objectives
  • Custom session design — no off-the-shelf content
  • Slide deck or workshop materials tailored to your organisation
  • Q&A and open discussion time built into every session
  • Post-session debrief with event organisers if required
  • Participant resource summary available on request

Ready to have Anthony speak at your next event, conference, or board retreat?

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Bring Real Experience
to Your Next Event

Whether it's a keynote, a governance workshop, or a board retreat, Anthony delivers sessions that leave lasting impact. Get in touch to discuss your event.