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— BRAD’S KEYNOTE PRESENTATION

Built for the moments that matter most.

Drawing on twenty-plus years at the top of elite curling, Brad’s keynote delivers one single, gripping truth: the teams that win aren't the ones without pressure — they're the ones who've built the trust, habits, and honesty to perform in spite of it. Now, your team can learn from someone who's lived it.

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Explore Brad’s Keynote Topics

  • What separates teams that win from teams that almost win? It's rarely talent. It's the culture they build when no one's watching. Brad breaks down how trust, communication, and vulnerability create the conditions for teams to thrive under pressure.

  • The biggest decisions aren't made when conditions are perfect. Brad translates Olympic-level leadership, decision-making under pressure, emotional intelligence, and building trust into practical tools for business leaders.

  • Change is constant. Brad blends lessons from high-performance sport and entrepreneurship into a practical playbook for adapting quickly, staying focused, and leading teams through uncertainty.

  • Success doesn't happen by accident. Brad walks audiences through his proven framework — from identifying the right talent to building the culture of vulnerability and accountability that makes sustained performance possible.

  • What does it take to build a team where people genuinely look out for each other? Brad connects the principles of psychological safety to physical safety culture — showing how the same leadership behaviours that build trust also protect people.

BOOK BRAD FOR YOUR EVENT

Speaking Formats & Event Structure

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Corporate Conferences

For managers navigating culture, performance, and accountability in fast-moving organizations.
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Team Offsites & Retreats

For teams looking to reset, reconnect, and realign around shared standards and genuine communication.
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Sports & Performance

For athletes, coaches, and high-performance teams who understand the language of competition.
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HR & Leadership

For HR and associations focused on culture, engagement, and workplace performance at scale.
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Student Programs

For young leaders who are just beginning to understand what it means to lead and be led.

Frequently
Asked
Questions

  • Brad is based in St. John's, Newfoundland. He speaks across Canada and internationally, and is available virtually for global audiences.

    Brad is open to travel for in-person events, depending on timing and budget. Reach out today to discuss!

  • Speaking fees vary depending on event type, format, audience size, and travel requirements. Please reach out through the booking form, or via email, and we'll get back to you within 48 hours.

  • Brad typically books 3–6 months in advance for major conferences. That said, don't hesitate to reach out for last-minute opportunities — if he's available, he'll make it work.

  • Absolutely. Brad works with event organizers in advance to understand the audience, the event theme, and the specific outcomes they're looking for. Every talk is tailored while maintaining core keynote topics.

  • Yes. All formats — keynote, workshop, and fireside chat — are available virtually.

  • Yes, Brad’s Keynote can be tailored to your event needs. The Roadmap to Success and Safe to Succeed topics in particular lend themselves well to half-day workshop formats with facilitated exercises. Get in touch to discuss!

Still have questions that we could help with?

If you’re feeling ready, get in touch today.

Reach us at info@bradgushue.ca

  • "Brad was the highlight of our National Sales Conference. Our team was truly motivated by Brad's engaging and inspirational talk. His real-life anecdotes of overcoming obstacles, working hard, and building his team to ensure they had the best chance to win tied in perfectly with our event theme. Our Sales team left the conference driven to work harder and do whatever they need to do to win! I would highly recommend Brad for any conference where you are looking to engage and captivate your audience."

    — Denis Cordick, VP Brand Marketing and Partnerships - AMJ Campbell Van Lines

  • "Brad's presentation drew fascinating parallels between the world of curling and the challenges faced by leaders each day. The presentation provided enlightening insight into his personal growth as a leader as he recounted the successes and challenges of his team of very successful athletes at national and international events. His personable and approachable demeanor created an environment where our team felt comfortable asking questions and sharing their own experiences which further enhanced the overall impact of the presentation. I highly recommend engaging Brad as a speaker for any organization seeking to elevate its leadership capabilities and foster a positive team culture."

    — Patti Merrigan, VP, Human Resources, Marine Atlantic Inc.

  • "Brad's professionalism as a speaker is just as impressive as his skills on the ice. From beginning to end, he was an absolute pleasure to work with and displayed genuine care and desire to understand our objectives before speaking at our national conference. Drawing parallels between his experiences as a decorated professional athlete and entrepreneur and the challenges faced within our business, Brad delivered an inspiring and memorable keynote that we continue to receive rave reviews about from our network. I would highly recommend Brad's unique, down-to-earth and captivating speaking style for any event!"

    — Yianni Fountas, Head of Marketing | Montana's BBQ & Bar

  • "Brad was definitely the hit of the convention. I think that he was surprised at the number of curling fans in the room and I think that he made more of them during his presentation. It was a standing ovation. The gold medal was a true hit as well. We would highly recommend Brad for any type of convention. Truly a nice man."

    — Maritime Lumber Bureau