About | Changemaker PR

Why We Do This Work

The world is filled with people who have powerful stories to tell: stories of transformation, resilience, and hope. But too often, these voices go unheard. Not because their messages aren't valuable, but because they don't know how to get them in front of the right people.

That's where Changemaker PR comes in. We exist to bridge the gap between inspirational changemakers and the media platforms, stages, and audiences that need to hear their stories.

We work with speakers, authors, experts, and advocates who are genuinely making a difference. We help them secure media coverage, speaking opportunities, and the visibility they need to scale their impact. Because when changemakers are seen and heard, ripples of transformation spread far beyond what any of us can imagine.

Meet the Founder

Dan Shaikh

Publicist for Inspirational Changemakers

I was the invisible immigrant. I didn't know how to speak English. I had no mentors, no direction, and no voice. I know what it's like to feel unseen. And I know what it takes to change that.

Today, I've helped over 1,000 speakers share their stories. I've secured 100+ media features for my clients on outlets like Breakfast Television, CTV News, Global News, CBC, and CP24. They've landed TEDx talks, book deals, paid speaking gigs, and national press coverage.

In 2016, I co-founded Speaker Slam®, which has grown into North America's largest inspirational speaking competition. Through this platform, I've produced over 100 events in Toronto and helped raise more than $30,000 for charitable causes.

My mission is simple: the world needs more voices of hope, resilience, and transformation. I make sure those voices get heard.

"Too many powerful stories go untold. I'm here to change that."

Recognition & Awards

Top 25 Canadian Immigrant (2025) Mental Health Reporting Award (2025) 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders (2024) Toronto Star Gold Award - Best PR (2024)

What Drives Us

Our Values

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Authenticity First

We help changemakers share their real stories, not polished facades. Authenticity is what connects and transforms.

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Amplify the Underrepresented

We're passionate about elevating voices that have historically been overlooked, particularly in the diversity and immigrant communities.

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Impact Over Impressions

We measure success not just in media hits, but in the lives changed and communities served through our clients' work.

Our Sister Company

Speaker Slam: Where Changemakers Find Their Voice

Speaker Slam® is North America's largest inspirational speaking competition and speaker development agency. Founded in 2016, it has become the launchpad for hundreds of speakers to build their confidence, craft their stories, and step into the spotlight.

Through Speaker Slam, we've produced over 100 events in Toronto, providing a platform for speakers to share messages of hope, resilience, and transformation. Many of our Changemaker PR clients first found their voice on the Speaker Slam stage.

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Amplifying Voices That Change the World