How do you have a successful conversation with someone you disagree with? David provides great insight in how to bring people together, how to thrive during the most difficult parts of life and proves the absolute power of active listening. David Savage has leadership expertise across a variety of industries including oil and gas, renewable energy, health care, entrepreneurship, stakeholder engagement, business development, coaching, and conflict management. Over a ten-year period, David and his partners collaborated to develop 5 companies and 4 non profits. David’s company, Savage Management focuses on building capacity, innovation, and accountability in people and in and between organizations and communities.

Since 2015, David has published seven books and hosted forty-five podcasts on collaborative leadership, negotiation, critical thinking, and collaboration.

David’s current roles include:

• President, Savage Management Ltd. (since 1993)

• President 2021/22, Rotary Club of Cranbrook Sunrise

• Co-Chair, Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group D 5080 (SEBC, E. Washington & N. Idaho)

• Advisor, The Canadian Energy and Climate Nexus

• Director, Waterton Glacier International Peace Park Association