David Chilton

David Chilton is the author of The Wealthy Barber, Canada's all-time bestselling book. His unique combination of knowledge and humour helped to take the intimidation and dryness out of financial planning. Chilton's speeches aren't about just money. They're about believing in yourself, overcoming mistakes (many of his are truly hilarious) and, most importantly, they're about perspective – the missing ingredient in many people's lives. We asked Dave to speak to 500 of our clients a few years ago.

The reaction?

"Dave's presentation taught me so much. I learned about taking risks, believing in myself, and knowing that success is possible...and all the while laughing hysterically! Thank you David Chilton and Speakers' Spotlight!" - HOK Architecture

"Very personable, funny, friendly, easy to relate to!" - Watson Wyatt Worldwide

"Wonderful!! I had no idea he was this funny!" - Fire Engine Inc.

Invite Dave Chilton to speak at your next engagement. We're excited to be working with him. And your group will be too.

    Success Strategies from the Wealthy Barber

    David Chilton's recipe for success is hard work, a clear vision and some clever marketing. Whether it's helping thousands of Canadians achieve personal financial success or investing in low-fat cookbooks, David has always had a knack for recognizing great ventures from the get-go.

    Famously known for his all-time best selling book The Wealthy Barber, David has in recent years partnered up with the Podleski sisters to take on the multi-national, billion-dollar food industry.

    As their company president and publisher, David has helped the Podleskis turn their idea of low-fat cookbooks into an award-winning food company. The Podleski cookbook, Looneyspoons, is now one of the fastest selling books in Canadian publishing history. Hear this true David versus Goliath story from the inspiring, funny and entertaining David Chilton.

The Wealthy Barber: A Truly Unique Perspective

    Bestselling author, entrepreneur and financial guru David Chilton shares his unique perspective on life with audiences. Dave has experienced both success and failure. He humorously illustrates how a healthy perspective can lead to positive results, despite what life throws at you. A Truly Unique Perspective is quickly becoming Dave's most sought after presentation.

The Wealthy Barber: The Common Sense Guide to Successful Financial Planning

    The book The Wealthy Barber has accomplished a "publishing impossible" by selling over 2 million copies in North America. More than ten years after it was first published it still appears regularly on bestseller lists. The reason for its sustained popularity? It provides financial education in an entertaining and understandable format.

    The Wealthy Barber is not full of new techniques, complex strategies, nor get-rich-quick-or-even-semi-quick schemes. Instead it focuses on the financial planning basics that, over time, have proven to be effective. It's primarily common sense—common sense that, unfortunately, in our society is not common knowledge. By using a "novel" format and strong doses of humour, Chilton has taken the intimidation and boredom out of the financial-education experience. Dave's speech delivery does not fit the stereotype of a dry financial expert. The Chicago Sun-Times said it most succinctly when they stated "Chilton is charming, unpretentious and funny."