Darrell Keezer

Digital Expert/Disruptor

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As founder of Candybox Marketing, Darrell Keezer has transformed how businesses establish their online presence. Through offering innovative web design, high-performing search engine campaigns, and fresh social media marketing strategies, he built Candybox into Canada’s premier digital marketing agency. In his entertaining yet thought-provoking style, Keezer shows audiences how to build digital marketing strategies that actually work, unlocking the secret to better connecting with consumers online and building a more effective digital brand presence.

Candybox Marketing was named one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies for three years in a row. It has also won two Awards of Excellence in Business from the Governor-General of Canada and was named one of the “Top 10 Great Places to Work in Canada” in 2022. Their clients have included such leading companies as Fox Entertainment, Erb Group, GFS, Marathon Hardware, The Weather Network, Walk At Home, Unica Insurance, and many more.

Keezer’s passion for the untapped power of digital marketing led him to become an in-demand keynote speaker. He travels across North America speaking at 50+ events each year, sharing his expertise in digital marketing as well as managing a hybrid workplace. Keezer has spoken for Microsoft, ivari, the Conference Board of Canada, the Young Entrepreneurs Conference, Engage!, Universities across Canada, the Electro Federation Conference, Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario, Vista Master Mind Group, CASTLE, and many more.

In addition, Keezer has written two books: 37 Ways Your Website Died and How to Resurrect It and Pick Up Your Freakin’ Phone, an inspiring how-to guide for new business owners.

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Speaking Topics

Pick Up Your Freakin' Phone

We are one of the most digitally connected societies in the world, yet salespeople are struggling to get through the noise. Darrell Keezer built one of the fastest growing companies in Canada out of a walk-in closet with his cellphone and some good ideas.

Learn how to reach your customers by combining the latest digital tools with foundational sales principles that have never changed. It’s time to flip the script on ignored voicemails, endless zoom meetings, and unanswered emails. It’s time to pick up your freakin’ phone and get results.

 

Managing Remote Teams (Without Tears)

The pandemic plunged our companies into a mixture of remote and hybrid work that is here to stay. Although most companies have embraced this environment, few have adapted to managing a remote team effectively.

Darrell Keezer believes that companies can use remote work as a competitive advantage, but you need to transform your culture, communication, feedback, and KPI’s to new models of management. In this tell-all keynote presentation, Keezer will show practical examples of how he grows his agency 40% every year while still working 40 hours a week.

 

Seriously Disruptive Digital Marketing Methods

The way consumers and businesses buy is unrecognizable from 10 years ago. We’ve accelerated our digital adoption by 10 years during the pandemic, but has your business kept up with the times?

From generating sales to creating brand equity, it’s time your business builds a growth strategy that actually works. In this keynote, Darrell Keezer shares how companies are leap frogging their competition with great ideas and flawless execution.

 

Everything You Think You Know About Millennials is Wrong

While the corporate world continues accusing millennials of being entitled and unemployable, they’re taking over the workplace and consumer space. Serial entrepreneur Darrell Keezer is not only a millennial, but also the CEO of Candybox Marketing and Launch48. In this no-holds-barred keynote, Keezer will challenge the many misguided perceptions of the up-and-coming generation known as millennials. Whatever your birthday may be, you’re in for an eye-opening look at how critical it is to recognize the power of the millennial generation.

 

37 Ways Your Website Has Died (and How to Resurrect it)

How do customers describe your company’s online presence? If they’d say, “outdated and corporate” instead of “inspiring and informative,” you’re doomed. Technology has changed the way Canadians interact with companies. It’s time businesses responded and changed how they connect with customers. So buckle up for a revealing session on the important realities of digital marketing and learn how to build a digital presence to not only generate sales, but to win advocates for life.

 

Recent Publications by Daryl Keezer

 

"Darrell Keezer is the Tony Robbins of social media marketing! I have heard several people speak about digital marketing strategies for 2016, but Darrell is ahead of the pack by far. Make sure you drink a Red Bull before listening to this guy! You won’t want to miss a moment of it." Dr. Reid Hemsing. President, Two Wheel Gear

"With our conference theme “Being Relevant in this Transformational Age” focused on engaging and developing young talent, Darrell hit the mark with his lively presentation and informative content. Darrell is an outstanding speaker.” John Jefkins Vice President, Marketing & Communications – Electro-Federation

"I recently shared the stage with Darrell Keezer and was blown away. In under an hour, Darrell delivered valuable insights and relevant content and did so in a manner that was engaging, thought provoking and entertaining. His advice is practical and 
actionable. This guy is awesome." Dr. Sean Wise | BA LLB MBA PHD Dragons Den / Naked Entrepreneur

"Darrell’s presentation is engaging, informative and geared towards audiences with varying levels of experience in the digital world. He provides insight into current social trends and digital platforms, helping others to better understand what customers really want and the challenges they may face. Darrell’s delivery is both humourous and interactive, leaving his audience with many relevant topics to discuss - well after Darrell has left the stage. " Kerry Cosgrove, Manager, Marketing Programs Basics Office Products Ltd.

Awards

  • Canadian Business Excellence Award for Private Businesses, presented by Excellence Canada & PwC.
  • 2016 Marketer of the Year Award: Entrepreneur Category, presented by the Canadian Association of Marketing Professionals.
  • 2016 Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, presented by the Mississauga Board of Trade.
  • 2014 Business Hall of Fame, inducted by Sheridan College.