Keynote Speaker on Small Business Success, Leadership & Growth

Inspiring Audiences. Challenging Conventional Thinking. Creating Meaningful Action.

About Beverlee

Beverlee Rasmussen is a Canadian business keynote speaker, entrepreneur, bestselling author and ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC).

With more than 16 years of business coaching experience, she brings practical insights, engaging stories and fresh perspectives to business, entrepreneurship, banking, accounting, franchise and coaching conferences.

Her presentations inspire audiences to think differently, explore new possibilities and take meaningful action.

Business Keynote Speaking for Every Industry

Inspiring Change, Empowering Success

Beverlee Rasmussen brings real entrepreneurial experience, powerful stories and practical insights to conferences and professional events across industries.

Keynote presentations and interactive workshops are ideal for:

Small business and entrepreneurship conferences
Banking and financial services events
Accounting and bookkeeping conferences
Franchise leadership and development events
Professional coaching and ICF conferences
Economic development organizations
Travel and tourism industry conferences
Leadership and organizational development events

With experience coaching more than 700 business owners and interviewing over 3,300 entrepreneurs, Beverlee understands the challenges facing businesses of every size.

Every presentation is tailored to your audience, inspiring fresh thinking, meaningful conversations and practical action.

As Seen On:

Thought Leadership That Challenges Conventional Thinking

Fresh Perspectives on Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Small Business Success

Beverlee Rasmussen is the bestselling author of Small Business, Big Opportunity and creator of The Successful Small Business Systems Field Guide.

Her work draws on more than 16 years of coaching, conversations with over 3,300 entrepreneurs and firsthand experience building and selling a multimillion-dollar business.

Through her books, research and speaking engagements, Beverlee challenges conventional approaches to business success. She explores how systems thinking, professional coaching and emerging technologies such as AI can transform the way we support entrepreneurs.

Her message is clear: Small business owners deserve better tools, better support and a greater opportunity to succeed. Audiences leave with fresh ideas, practical insights and a renewed sense of what's possible.

Amazon Best Seller!

Academic Excellence

Her dedication is further solidified by her graduate certificate in executive coaching, a graduate certificate in organizational development, and a master’s degree in executive and organizational coaching.

Passionate Advocate

Beverlee is on a mission to democratize small business coaching, believing that traditional methods need a radical shift towards a coaching approach that empowers entrepreneurs to discover their own paths.

Signature Topics

Coaching Small Business Owners for Global Stability

Exploring how coaching can reduce small business failure rates and contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 8 on decent work and economic growth.

The Democratization of Small Business Coaching

Advocating for a fundamental rethinking of empowerment by equipping not just business owners but also their financiers and support networks with coaching skills. Perfect for bank and economic development conferences.

Systems Thinking for
Entrepreneurs

A interactive keynote designed to help business owners understand the interconnectedness of leadership, operations, finance, teams, and sales, empowering them to build sustainable, efficient, and scalable businesses. Perfect for any business event.

Show Me the Money

Empowers small business owners to take control of their finances by demystifying financial tracking, reporting, and decision-making. Discover how mastering your numbers can lead to a thriving business and greater personal freedom.

Speaking Experience:

Keynote Speaker at The Women of Excellence Awards, inspiring an audience of over 800 attendees.

Rotary Club District Trainer, responsible for facilitating multi-day events for over 400 participants and serving as a past Rotary Club President.

International Coaching Federation (ICF) Toronto Chapter, where she spoke on the democratization of small business coaching to over 100 members.

Coaches Care Event, sharing the stage with Marshall Goldsmith, addressing 1,700 attendees and raising over a million dollars for COVID-related charities.

Global Trainer and Speaker, having traveled the world training coaches, consultants, and business bank managers—even speaking in regions experiencing unrest, like Lithuania.

What Audiences Can Expect

Beverlee brings a warm, engaging, and passionate approach to every speaking engagement. Her talks are not just informative but transformative, leaving audiences feeling inspired, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful changes.

Empathy and Connection: She shares real-life stories that resonate deeply, fostering a strong connection with her audience.

Actionable Insights: Beverlee provides practical strategies and coaching methodologies that attendees can implement immediately.

Inspiration to Act: Her goal is to motivate audiences to rethink traditional approaches and embrace coaching as a powerful tool for success.

Marshall Goldsmith

World-Renowned Executive Coach

Beverlee’s insights into small business coaching are both profound and practical. Her approach is exactly what entrepreneurs need today.

Book Beverlee for Your Next Event

If you’re seeking a speaker who combines passion with unparalleled expertise in small business coaching, Beverlee Rasmussen is the ideal choice. She is committed to reducing small business failure rates and believes in empowering entrepreneurs to achieve sustainable success.

Personal Note:

When she’s not empowering small business owners, Beverlee and her lifelong partner, Brent, travel the world following the 80’s rock band, the Scorpions. This personal passion adds a unique flair to her stories and presentations, making her relatable and memorable.