Speaking Portfolio & Past Engagements
Whether it’s a room of 500 industry professionals or a hands-on workshop with 20 successors, the goal remains the same: to leave the audience equipped, not just inspired.
Patti has had the privilege of sharing the stage with industry leaders and guiding critical conversations at major agricultural and business forums.
This archive showcases the range of audiences she has served, demonstrating her ability to adapt to corporate boardrooms, association AGMs, and community halls alike.
Finding Your Leadership Voice - No Yelling Required
Apr 21, 2026
Humboldt, SK
Prairie Sky Collective | Humboldt, SK
Join us in person for a fun and interactive session where you'll discover how to lead with confidence and authenticity. Say goodbye to shouting and hello to effective communication that gets results. Whether you're new to leadership or looking to sharpen your skills, this event is all about finding your unique style without the drama. Come ready to learn, connect, and grow your leadership voice!
Patti Durand, author of The Future Leader, will guide the session. Buy your copy that night and see Patti for an autograph!
Chicken Farmers of Saskatchewan AGM
Mar 12, 2026
Saskatoon, SK
Keynote Speaker
Farm Transition Without Chickening Out
Description: Your farm is in transition whether you are planning for it or not. Let's discuss easy-to-action strategies for advancing the conversation and caring for relationships while making good business choices.
International Farm Management Association Congress
Feb 25, 2026
Rosario, Argentina
Panel Member
Patti was a member of a panel of advisors, academics and farmers discussing best practices for establishing and maintaining peer groups.
Proudly Ag Conference - Saskatchewan Young Ag Entrepreneurs
Feb 5, 2026
Saskatoon, SK
Keynote
The Future Leader: The Successor's Guide to Family Business Leadership
Table Talk
Getting the Transition Ball Rolling
Nov 25, 2025
Wellington County, Ontario
Workshop leader
Ready to kickstart your transition journey? Join us to learn where to begin and how to keep the momentum going!
Manitoba Farm Women's Conference
Nov 18, 2025
Brandon, Manitoba
Keynote & Workshop Leader
Providing a conference that connects multiple generations and agricultural backgrounds through education, encouragement, and empowerment.
1st International Conference On Canadian Agri-Food & Rural Advisory, Extension, and Education (CAREE)
Oct 29, 2025
Guelph, Ontario
Speaker
Shaping the future of agri-food and rural development
Alberta Canola Leaders
Mar 17, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta
Workshop session
Start Where You Are and Lead the Way:
Wherever we are in life, change is constant and we are always in transition to the next stage – whether in career, family or business. Let’s dig into some proven ways to have an impact and be an effective leader, no matter what your title is.
Key Outcomes:
leadership mindset
good practices worth repeating
the shift from family to business communication: focus on conflict
International Women's Day
Mar 10, 2026
Nipawin, SK
Panel Member
Patti was a member of a panel of female entrepreneurs. 46 entrepreneurs from northeast SK attended the Nipawin event.
Crop Connect Conference - Family Business Improv (FBI)
Feb 11, 2026
Winnipeg, Manitoba
CROPCONNECT Banquet and Awards
FBI - Family Business Improv with Patti Durand and Chris Corbett
Patti and Chris partner for an improv show based on situations from family businesses in the audience. Funny, fun and close-to-home the audience hears a great message and laughs about it!
Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan
Dec 3, 2025
Regina, Saskatchewan
Keynote speaker for the APAS AGM
Assiniboine College
Nov 21, 2025
Brandon, Manitoba
Guest lecturer
Coffee Shop Talks
Nov 5, 2025
Melfort, Saskatchewan
The purpose of Coffee Shop Talks is to get producers into one-on-one conversations with industry experts allowing them to ask any questions they may have about their farm production.