Kevin Newman

Topics

Presentations

Newsmakers: Building Trust and Seeking Truth

The Impact of Advertising and Profitability on the News

Political Leadership Up Close - Closed Door Observations

Summary Profile

A journalist for more almost 30 years, Kevin Newman is one of Canada's legendary news anchors.

Kevin Newman was the executive editor and anchored Global National since it first aired in September 2001 up until 2010. He has been a journalist for almost 30 years, reporting from the front lines of the war in Iraq and anchoring live coverage of the September 11 attacks.

With ABC News and Global National, Kevin Newman has reported from the front lines of the war in Iraq, anchored live coverage of the September 11 tragedy, and interviewed the likes of Jimmy Carter.

Having worked as a journalist on both sides of the border, Newman presents a clear picture of the cultural differences between Canadian and American viewers. He takes audiences behind-the-scenes of the news business, and addresses the influence of advertising and profitability on news reporting. In addition, he explores the idea of journalists as truth seekers.

Kevin's latest television endeavour entails joining Bell Media as Co-Host of CTV's Question Period and Digital News Evangelist for Bell Media.

Newman presents an informal yet award-winning approach to news reporting, while dissecting issues of the day that Canadians care about most.

Client Testimonials: 

“Your sense of humour, ease with the audience and presenters, and ability to weave in BMO Financial Group’s research on Boomers enhanced the event immensely. I have received glowing feedback from clients and advisors about your role."

BMO Financial Group

"Kevin's views were extremely interesting and really challenged us to think about things we don't think about every day."

KPMG