“ the most extraordinary transformation happened as we watched over 200 of our people who had walked into the room as skeptics, walk out two hours later... inspired, motivated and with a new sense of connection to Spectrum Health Care. Your guidance, eloquent delivery and organization made the entire event a huge success. The acute instinct and awareness you have for what needs to happen to move the audience to action was very apparent, and the results of the evening far exceeded our expectations. Thanks again. We look forward to the next event!”

Lori Lord
COO- Spectrum Health Care

“... your professionalism, wisdom, knowledge and compassion captured our attention and moved us to action. You are a brilliant storyteller! It is by weaving your message through the stories you tell that you are able to take the audience on a journey with you that is both thought provoking and relevant. Your ability to integrate the value of corporate philanthropy into the Business Development model is a timely and compelling message. Both as a Master of Ceremonies at the Fundraising lunch and as a speaker on the Main Stage the next day, your grace and charisma on stage is a welcome addition to our events, and we look forward to inviting you back.”

Jim Pierce
COO - Isagenix International

“...Importantly, you did more than inspire the audience. Your powerful presentation also gave the audience the practical tools they need to become engaged.. People left the room knowing that they needed to become involved and eager to spread the word. Most importantly, people felt proud, and were excited to link arms with each other in support of a very worthy cause.

The time has come for a redefinition of corporate philanthropy. Business leaders want to know how to “do well by doing good.” Your personal experience as a successful entrepreneur, business leader and corporate philanthropy consultant makes you perfectly positioned to lead the charge.

In short, your message is so important, your approach inspiring and your delivery brilliant! Thank you for all you do. I look forward to sharing the stage with you again!”

Denis Waitley, Ph.D.
Best-selling author and President, The Waitley Institute

“Peggie Pelosi not only looks like, sounds like and is a successful business person, she has an uncanny knack of inspirationally magnetizing her audience with her passion, intelligence, authenticity and eloquence.”

Jake McArthur
President- Cairncrest Leadership Coaching

I highly recommend Jonathan as an inspirational speaker and role model for leadership in the 21st century. It was great to have him come to class, as students could see how entrepreneurs of today tackle some of the toughest challenges with regard to social and environmental sustainability

Michael Pirson,
Ph.D, Lecturer, Harvard School

Here's a man not only of outstanding communication skills...particularly in presentations...but a man of integrity, character and trustworthiness

Denis Shackel,
Head of Management Communications at the Richard Ivey School of Business & President of Shackel Associates Inc.

Jonathan Pelosi is a charged and engaging a speaker as he is committed to and experienced in corporate philanthropy. He builds rapport instantly with audiences and sustains a high energy level throughout his talks.

Mark Healy,
Partner at Torque Customer Strategy Group

On the topic of strategic corporate philanthropy and employee engagement, Jonathan excels. He is a very effective and passionate speaker. His communication style and message is motivating, inspiring, and informative.

Debbie Nicholson,
Sr. Director of New Business Development, Spin Master Toys

Jonathan spoke at our annual CSR Weekend held for our undergraduate students. He led a provocative and thoughtful discussion with our students. His passion for issues related to CSR was clearly visible and he kept the students enthralled with his engaging style and depth of knowledge. He posed provocative questions that brought students into the discussion. His depth of experience and knowledge on various topics related to CSR and corporate philanthropy is rare for someone of his age.

Peggy Cunningham,
Director of the Corporate Social Responsibility Centre at the Queen's Commerce School of Business

“The need for social services increases dramatically during tough economic times. Charities such as ours must battle the dilemma of maintaining the quality of service provision we have established while preparing for the growth in need for our services that regional population increase has brought. Launching a Capital Campaign to establish a second shelter for women and children who are victims of domestic violence would be challenging enough in healthy economic times. However, waiting to increase our capacity is simply not an option for us – for the women and children who need a safe place of refuge. The shelter provides them with an opportunity to save their lives – we can not possibly put that on hold.

Securing Jonathan Pelosi as a guest speaker for our Board Development Day proved to be a key element in further fuelling the passion we have for our project. Jonathan provided valuable insight into the perspective companies have now adopted toward community capacity building. Jonathan enabled our Board to celebrate our own great work, consider the opportunities we can provide to the corporate world and ultimately messaged the encouragement we needed to hear to move our campaign forward."

Lorris Herenda, Executive Director, Yellow Brick House

"Thank you for the engaging and interesting presentation. I believe my team enjoyed it and found the info valuable. You presented well and your passion shone through. Hope we can do more in the future. Bravo to ORENDA!

Karen Goldenberg, President and C.E.O., JVS Toronto