Book Manjit Minhas, Accountability/Ownership Speaker

About This Speaker

Manjit Minhas is a dynamic Canadian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and venture capitalist, best known as a star on CBC’s Dragons’ Den. As co-founder of Minhas Breweries & Distilleries, Manjit transformed a $10,000 investment into a $220 million global business, with a diverse portfolio of over 90 beer, spirits, and wine brands. Her entrepreneurial journey started at just 19 years old. Since then, she has inspired countless business leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly those passionate about sustainable business practices and social responsibility.

Committed to innovation, Manjit Minhas has expanded her business by partnering with high-profile celebrities like Paul Feig and Gene Simmons. She’s also pioneered eco-friendly and inclusive products, such as gluten-free beer made from sorghum and environmentally conscious packaging. Manjit’s leadership extends beyond her business ventures. She serves on multiple boards and has raised over $60 million for the United Way. In 2024, she made history as the first woman to own a team in the Canadian Elite Basketball League with her investment in the Edmonton Stingers.

As the 2024 UN Global Citizen Laureate Award recipient, Manjit is a passionate advocate for gender equality and a trailblazer in business and sports. As a keynote speaker, she draws on her experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and philanthropy. Blending business expertise with a relatable, down-to-earth style, Manjit delivers insights on sustainable practices, strategic partnerships, and her entrepreneurial journey. Moreover, her authenticity and actionable advice make her a sought-after speaker for corporate events, conferences, and leadership forums.

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Speaking Topics: Manjit Minhas

The Entrepreneurial Spirit

Lessons from the Den and 25 Years of Business Success Manjit Minhas started her business as a 19-year-old with $10,000 and a dream. Today, Her brewery is the 10th largest in the world. An engaging and inspiring speaker, Minhas is as down-to-earth as she is business- savvy. In this highly customizable talk for entrepreneurs and leaders in any industry, she reveals the lessons that she’s learned in her two decades of groundbreaking business leadership, as well as the strategies used by some of the best entrepreneurs, innovators, and visionaries of our time.

Rising to the Top

Get the Best Through Inclusive Leadership How can we truly rise up to the occasions that challenge us? How can we harness exciting possibilities in a way that inspires others? How can we ensure everyone under our leadership has what they need to thrive? Award-winning entrepreneur Manjit Minhas is a brilliant speaker who will show you how to make a difference in the lives of everyone around you. She shares how you can welcome diverse voices in your team and your company, why it’s crucial to provide both encouragement and critical feedback, and how to inspire your people to persevere through challenges and look towards the future. With wisdom and wit, Manjit shows audiences how to develop vision, grit, and true teamwork throughout your organization. “True leaders don’t create followers,” she says. “They create more leaders.”

Empowering Women

Achieving in Male-Dominated Industries It’s so easy to conflate our positions, roles, and responsibilities with who we really are. It’s even easier to be scared when we start to see that these titles no longer represent us fully. Manjit Minhas—CEO, entrepreneur, mother, wife, mentor, and investor—understands how hard it can be, especially for women. Creating a full, well-rounded life and career that’s truly your own means being brave enough to push the boundaries of your comfort zone, and move beyond the limiting definitions of yourself you may hold. As the co-founder of a now-$155 million brewery, Manjit is living proof that women can—and should—achieve success in even the most male-dominated industries. In her 25 years running Minhas Breweries, Distillery and Wineries, she’s combined savvy financial sense with passion, patience, and thick skin. In this inspiring and accessible keynote, Minhas shares her stories of challenges in her personal and professional life—and how she overcame them to re-define success and thrive. With candor, clarity, and unique insight, Minhas is the speaker sure to motivate and empower an entire generation of female innovators.

Power Up Your Day

Adopting Habits for Peak Productivity In today’s world of constant distractions and ever-growing to-do lists, staying productive without burning out is a challenge many people face. Manjit Minhas, a successful entrepreneur and star of Dragons' Den, shares her powerful strategies for building sustainable, productivity-enhancing habits. Discover proven methods to stay focused, prioritize effectively, and create a routine that turns intentions into real, consistent achievements. Learn how to power up your day with practices that drive success while maintaining balance and well-being.

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