Riaz Meghji, Human Connection Speaker, Broadcaster, Author, and Natural Connector

Send us Fan MailRiaz Meghji is a human connection expert and author of the book “Every Conversation Counts: The 5 Habits of Human Connection That Build Extraordinary Relationships”. After one conversation led him to take a dramatically different career path that changed his life for the better, he became dedicated to exploring the ways that authentic human connection can change lives and organizations.In addition to being a respected thought leader and author on the topic of human connection, Riaz is also an accomplished broadcaster with 17 years of television hosting experience; he has interviewed experts on current affairs, sports, entertainment, politics, and business.Riaz has hosted for Citytv’s Breakfast Television, MTV Canada, TEDx Vancouver, CTV News, and the Toronto International Film Festival. He is a natural storyteller with a proven ability to conduct engaging, in-depth conversations across various disciplines. His insights have been featured in Fast Company, Harvard Business Review and Financial Post.He holds a degree in business from Simon Fraser University and studied leadership communication at Harvard and off-camera, Riaz dedicates himself to philanthropy and causes he cares about including Canuck Place Children’s Hospice and Covenant House.It was in November 2022 that I “inhaled” Riaz’ book – and message of connection.Riaz’ book has made it to the "required reading" section of my library, and I encourage anyone planning or promoting events to take a read and consider how conversations can help you create the connections that matter!What a gift to learn more about Riaz in this conversation, understand more about why “every conversation counts”, and put my sharpie to work gathering the many “mic drop” moments and insights he offered.You might want to get out your sharpie as you listen in too! Reach out to continue this conversation with Riaz on his website HERE: www.RiazMeghji.com   Meaningful connections matter now more than ever!Your community, clients, or customers are ready to connect. Are you ready to be their connector? Events can grow your business, create an impact in your community, or motivate a group around your ideas. The Connection Architect Course and Community is for the everyday event planner that is ready to create connections that matter.Sound like you? Start building at www.TheConnectionArchitect.caThe Connector Next Door is produced by www.CandyConsulting.ca  Are you planning or promoting events for your business, organization, or group? Reach out and book a 30-Minute Hello with podcast host, Candy Event Consulting Founder, and Connection Strategy Coach Lisa Gareau to share how you are creating connections through events!