Keynote Speaker in Montreal, QC
Former Mayor · First Liberian-American mayor in U.S. history
Canada's international-conference city — global organizations, universities, and civic convenings. English-language programs at McGill, Concordia, and the international associations headquartered here book the refugee-leadership and crisis talks.
Direct flights from MSP.
Mike Elliott speaks on leading through crisis, community-centered public safety, environmental justice, pandemic leadership, and the refugee experience — told by the mayor who lived it, with the honest ledger intact.
Conférences livrées en anglais — les organisations montréalaises réservent régulièrement des conférenciers anglophones pour leurs programmes internationaux.
Talks that fit Montreal
From Refugee Camp to City Hall
Fleeing Liberia's civil war to becoming the first Liberian-American mayor in U.S. history — and what immigrant civic leadership means for America's future.
Building Communities That Work for Everyone
Community-centered leadership — equity, belonging, and practical civic leadership in diverse, working-class cities.
Leading Through Crisis
72 hours that tested a city: command decisions, community trust, and leading under national scrutiny after the killing of Daunte Wright.
Leading From Your Center
Value-based leadership — how to hold your principles steady when the pressure is highest.
Booking in Montreal — common questions
How far ahead should we book a keynote in Montreal?
Three to six months is typical for conference keynotes; municipal and community events can often be scheduled sooner. Commencement season (April–June) books earliest.
Does Mike Elliott charge travel fees?
Travel is billed at cost from Minneapolis–Saint Paul (MSP) — flights, hotel, and ground transport. Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro events carry no travel costs; mission-aligned community rates are available.
Can the talk be tailored to our city or organization?
Yes — every talk is tailored. Local references, your audience's specific questions, and format (keynote, panel, workshop, commencement) are worked out in a pre-event call.
Is a virtual or hybrid format available?
Yes — all talks can be delivered virtually to Montreal audiences or hybrid with an in-person room.
Book Mike for your Montreal event
Mention your Montreal event in the request — date, venue, audience size, and format all help him tailor the talk.