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Keynote SpeakerCarl Dixon

Inspirational speaker, catastrophic accident survivor who initiates new ways of thinking

Carl Dixon remains one of Canada’s stellar singers and musicians. A recording artist since the 1980’s he fronted and played with some of Canada’s most iconic bands including ‘The Guess Who’, ‘Coney Hatch’ and ‘April Wine’. Carl was critically injured in a car accident in Australia. His world was blindsided... Read more

Biography

Carl Dixon remains one of Canada’s stellar singers and musicians. A recording artist since the 1980’s he fronted and played with some of Canada’s most iconic bands including ‘The Guess Who’, ‘Coney Hatch’ and ‘April Wine’.

Carl was critically injured in a car accident in Australia. His world was blindsided in the span of two seconds in 2008. Torn apart and trapped in the car wreck, with 52 injuries, his chances of survival were rated nil by his rescuers. Somehow he lived but he didn’t just survive – he now thrives.

“A crisis like the one I experienced offers endless opportunities for learning and growth, if you keep your spirit strong. That’s how my S.T.A.R.T. philosophy was born; going through the worst patch and refusing to surrender, but instead digging down deep and paying attention” S.T.A.R.T. is Stop-Think-Accept-Renew-Thank.

Carl shares his insight and analysis of how he let go of the past and built a future as he got on with life. “After a major life event things are not SUPPOSED to be the same. You’re different now and must recognize what has changed and how to adapt.” He likens it to a filter – things fall away that are no longer a good fit. How do you choose what to let go and what to take with you?

The resources for survival and “thrival” are within us and around us. Carl Dixon’s now on a mission to share his lessons learned, of resilience and of rising above, acquired in the face of seeming no-hope. He conitinues to give many musical performances each year.

Carl lives in the woodland wilds of Haliburton, Ontario, Canada.

"You may have achieved in just a few speeches, what we would be proud to achieve in months, or years. So, thank you, for helping to keep my people safe." CRSPSr. Supervisor, Safety & Security. Nutrien, Canada
"Carl also showed how a few seconds of not focusing on the right thing can result in a life changing experience. I highly recommend him." President and CEO, Veridian Corporation
"Carl did a wonderful job of sharing his message and opening our employees minds to a new way of thinking." Trans Canada Pipeline
"One of the hardest things we do as safety professionals, is try to deliver a message that sticks. For us the hallmark of achievement, is when we hear that people have adopted the information we have given them, at home. Even better, shared it with their families. This tells us that they have truly started to develop a safety culture of their very own, one that could likely last generations. Achieving this is understandably quite rare. Carl, after your run of shows here I received feedback from DOZENS of people that they went home and shared your message, story, and learnings, with their families." CRSPSr. Supervisor, Safety & Security. Nutrien, Canada

Popular Talks by Carl Dixon

  • S.T.A.R.T.

    S.T.A.R.T. came to Carl after the tempest of his biggest test had calmed and it describes the course he followed before he had a name for it. Knocked down? Need a plan for getting back up off the floor? The 5 steps of Stop, Think, Accept, Renew, & Thank apply…
  • Resilience

    Carl Dixon says: “Adversity doesn’t build character, it reveals character”. Setbacks are no fun and we usually don’t expect them. Our best-laid plans can collapse and Now What?Resilience. Bouncing back. Getting up off the mat when it looks like you’re down for the count. Carl was at the seeming pinnacle…
  • Teamwork

    Any team begins with an idea. A team needs an idea they want to achieve. What IS the team? What is it for? What does it want to do? What’s the goal? Carl’s experience of decades in music business, bands, and athletics teams, then receiving care from top medical teams,…
  • Perseverance

    How do you create and sustain Perseverance? You set a Powerful Goal that keeps the engine humming no matter what this world throws at you. Carl’s crisis motto “No Fear, No Weakness” kept him on track through the toughest days of his recovery. Perseverance is like the long-haul trucker compared…
  • Motivation

    Motivation comes from our thoughts and our values. Whatever we truly value most highly will be our primary motivator. Carl shows how motivation can be drawn from our cherished connections and brought to bear on challenges before us. We can change indifference to commitment by finding our meaningful reason to…

How to book Carl Dixon as a keynote speaker

How do I book Carl Dixon for a keynote speech?

You can book Carl Dixon through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Carl's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Carl Dixon's speaking fees?

Carl Dixon's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Carl tailored to your event.

What topics does Carl Dixon speak about?

Carl Dixon speaks on Health, Mental Health, Motivation, Performance, Security. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Carl to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Carl Dixon available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Carl Dixon for events worldwide, subject to Carl's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Carl Dixon deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Carl Dixon is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Carl Dixon?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Carl can accommodate.

Can Carl Dixon tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Carl Dixon on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Carl can offer.

What languages does Carl Dixon present in?

Carl Dixon delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Carl Dixon a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Carl Dixon's areas of expertise include Health, Mental Health, Motivation, Performance, Security. To get a clear sense of Carl's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Carl Dixon speak at?

Carl Dixon can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Health, Mental Health, Motivation, Performance, Security is relevant. Details of Carl's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Carl Dixon offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Carl Dixon is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Carl Dixon?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Carl Dixon, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Carl's current availability for your dates.