Danielle Paes

Dr. Danielle Paes is Chief Innovation Officer and Vice President, Global Affairs at Amy Oliver + Co, where she leads the firm’s expansion into new strategic arenas and global partnerships. In this role, Danielle builds bridges across sectors, strengthens AOco’s international presence, and develops a portfolio focused on innovation, advocacy, and impact.

A nationally recognized pharmacy leader, Danielle has built her career at the intersection of healthcare, policy, and system transformation. As former Chief Pharmacist Officer at the Canadian Pharmacists Association, she championed workforce sustainability, advanced practice innovation, and positioned pharmacy as an essential voice in primary care. Her leadership was recognized in 2024, when she was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women by WXN.

Danielle brings a unique blend of clinical experience, policy insight, and strategic foresight to AOco. She continues to contribute her expertise through national advisory committees, media and policy engagement, and ongoing community pharmacy practice. With a reputation for being both visionary and grounded, she is trusted by health leaders, institutions, and policymakers alike.

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Danielle’s Signature Programs

Every talk Danielle gives is tailored to your goals. Whether you’re planning a keynote, workshop, seminar, or an intimate team session, we’ll work with you to make it meaningful.

Explore a few of Danielle’s topics

In today’s fast-changing world, the most effective leaders are those who know how to lead themselves first. This keynote explores the foundations of self-leadership, the ability to clarify your values, set intentional goals, and make choices that align with your authentic self.
Participants will gain insights into cultivating self-awareness, harnessing personal strengths, and navigating challenges with confidence and clarity. Through practical strategies and inspiring examples, this session empowers attendees to take ownership of their growth, strengthen their influence, and create meaningful impact both personally and professionally.
Resilience is more than bouncing back, it’s about growing stronger through adversity. In this keynote, participants will explore what it truly means to be resilient in the face of uncertainty, setbacks, and rapid change. Drawing on real-world experiences and evidence-based practices, this session highlights the mindsets and habits that help individuals and teams adapt, recover, and thrive.
Attendees will leave with practical tools for managing stress, sustaining energy, and fostering optimism, enabling them to face challenges with courage and embrace change as an opportunity for transformation.
At its core, healthcare is about people, not just procedures or protocols. This keynote highlights the importance of empathy, connection, and patient-centered care in creating meaningful healthcare experiences. Participants will explore strategies for fostering human connection, understanding diverse patient needs, and designing care that respects and uplifts the individuals at the heart of every interaction, ultimately enhancing outcomes, satisfaction, and trust.