Daniel McDonald is a leadership and executive development speaker with 29 years of policing experience, specializing in decision-making under pressure, building trust, and leading teams through complex challenges. Having delivered keynotes to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the National Sheriffs Association (NSA), Daniel translates real-world high-stakes experience into actionable strategies for corporate leaders, association executives, and municipal organizations.
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Write a reviewPrice range: $4,000 - $7,500
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Planners book Daniel to help teams:
Strengthen leadership skills and executive decision-making
Build trust, credibility, and influence across organizations
Improve team performance and drive organizational change
Navigate high-pressure and rapidly changing environments
Signature Talks:
Contrarian Leadership – Inspire bold results by challenging assumptions
Decisions Under Pressure – Master leadership when stakes are high
The Trust Gap – Build credibility and influence in divided environments
Formats Available:
Keynote, Workshop, Executive Briefing
Daniel McDonald, MPA, is a 29-year law enforcement veteran and innovative leader in public safety and social change. He founded the Tampa Police Department Homeless Initiative, helping hundreds move from the streets to stable housing while transforming responses to Tampa's most vulnerable populations.
A sought-after keynote speaker, Daniel inspires audiences with stories of creativity, resilience, and courageous leadership—showing how hope, empathy, and unconventional thinking can solve even the toughest challenges. He has spoken at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), National Sheriffs Association (NSA) and conferences throughout North American and England.
Daniel's work has received global recognition, including features on The Today Show, Inside Edition, People Magazine, and BBC Radio.
THANKS for your interest in hiring Daniel for your event. Below are her setting and A/V requirements. Please send Daniel a message with any questions or concerns.
1) Settings: Please schedule Daniel’s presentation in a well-lit, climate-controlled room free from public address announcements, music, heavy foot traffic and other noises and distractions.
2) Audio Visual:
a. Projector and screen for slides
b. Stage lighting and/or spotlight to make certain Daniel is visible on stage
c. Sound system to amplify Daniel’s voice and through which to play sound (when necessary) from the computer adequate for the entire audience to hear
d. Remote control to advance slides
e. Headset microphone preferred. Lavalier microphone second preference. Handheld microphones are acceptable if the other two are not available.
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