BUILDING TRUST

The Cornerstone of Every Successful Team

Without trust, collaboration falters, communication breaks down, and performance suffers. In today’s fast-paced business environment, building and maintaining trust is more critical than ever.

Alan’s Building Trust programs provide actionable strategies to create a culture of trust that enhances teamwork, strengthens relationships, and drives results. Through interactive and engaging sessions, participants learn how to foster psychological safety, demonstrate reliability, and navigate difficult conversations with confidence.

These programs are designed for leaders and teams who want to:
✔ Strengthen relationships and improve communication
✔ Build credibility and demonstrate reliability in their roles
✔ Overcome trust barriers and repair broken trust
✔ Create a culture where team members feel valued and supported

Trust is not just a soft skill—it’s a business imperative. Research shows that high-trust organizations experience greater employee engagement, stronger collaboration, and higher overall performance. Alan’s programs provide the tools and mindset shifts needed to cultivate trust in both everyday interactions and high-stakes situations.

Whether you’re a small team or a large organization, investing in trust-building skills will elevate your leadership and improve team dynamics. Book Alan Mallory as your keynote speaker on building trust and equip your team with the skills to create a stronger, more resilient workplace.

“Alan expertly demonstrates how the formation of trust is crucial, not only while climbing Mount Everest, but in the work place as well”

– Danielle Hagg | Events Coordinator | St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce

Key Focus Areas & Learning Outcomes

How Trust is Built and Broken

Learn the key components of trust—credibility, reliability, intimacy, and self-orientation—and how to strengthen them in your professional relationships.

Creating an Environment for Open Communication

Foster a workplace where team members feel safe to share ideas, admit mistakes, and engage in honest discussions without fear of judgment.

Building Trust Through Reliability

Discover why consistent actions, follow-through, and accountability are the foundation of long-term trust and team confidence.

Steps to Rebuilding After It’s Been Broken

Understand the critical steps to restoring trust after setbacks, including taking responsibility, making amends, and demonstrating change over time.

How Transparency in Decision-Making Strengthens Teams

Explore how openness in decision-making fosters trust, reduces uncertainty, and increases team buy-in and engagement.

Empathy and Active Listening for Deepening Connections

Master the art of truly listening and responding with empathy to build stronger, more meaningful professional relationships.

Delivery Formats

Keynote Presentations

Alan blends the actionable takeaways for each topic into his engaging and insightful storytelling. His keynote frameworks highlights real-world psychological and adventure strategies for maximum impact and knowledge retention. Generally 45 – 90 minutes in duration.

Workshops & Breakout Sessions

Tailored to specific team challenges, Alan’s workshops and breakout sessions offer practical takeaways that drive immediate and lasting improvements. Alan uses engaging exercises, group discussions, and real-world scenarios to deepen understanding and reinforce key concepts. Generally 1 – 4 hours in duration.

Virtual & Hybrid Programs

Alan delivers the same high-impact content, adapted for engaging online experiences. Using specialized software, interactive tools, real-time discussions, and dynamic storytelling, he keeps remote and hybrid teams connected, inspired, and equipped with actionable strategies to put into practice.

Corporate Retreats & Masterclasses

These comprehensive programs are a deep-dive, immersive experiences designed to strengthen leadership, trust, and team dynamics. Through intensive coaching, interactive exercises, and personalized strategies, participants gain actionable insights that drive transformation. 1/2-day, full-day and multi-day options.

“The best program I have seen in the past 10 years”

– Martin Brossoit | General Motors

Fully Customizable

Alan has a wide range of unique and engaging options to fit the needs, format and focuses of a wide range of events. If you have something particularly out-of-the-ordinary in mind, reach out and Alan will be happy to explore it with you and and suggest possible options.

Vivid Imagery

Bringing ideas to life with powerful mountaineering metaphors and striking visuals that make complex concepts memorable and engaging.

Live Violin Music

Elevating the energy and emotional impact with live electric violin riffs that inspire and captivate audiences.

Interactive Dance Routines

Engaging audiences with dynamic, participatory dance routines that energize the room, generate smiles, and foster connection.

Rope Activities

Interactive ropes activities that simulate real-world challenges, fostering trust, teamwork, and strategic problem-solving in a fun and memorable way.

Creative Bridge Exercises

Facilitating innovative bridge-building and crevasse crossing exercises that strengthen problem-solving skills, encourage teamwork, and inspire creative thinking.

Rescue Activities

Immersing participants in simulated rescue scenarios that build teamwork, enhance problem-solving under pressure, and are a fun concluding exercise.

Communication Activities

Fun, engaging activities that get audiences out of their seats, while enhancing active listening, clarity, and collaboration in a humorous fashion.

Group Discussions

Facilitating thought-provoking group discussions that encourage diverse perspectives, foster deeper understanding, and drive collaborative problem-solving.

Book Signings

Connecting with audiences one-on-one through personalized book signings, offering insights and inspiration beyond the presentation.

Q&A Sessions

Hosting interactive Q&A sessions that foster meaningful dialogue, allowing audiences to dive deeper into key topics and engage directly with Alan and his content.

Integrated Humour

Seamlessly weaving humour throughout, lightening the mood while reinforcing key messages and keeping the audience engaged.

Captivating Body Language

Dynamic and purposeful body language to complement the message, enhancing engagement and ensuring the message and takeaways resonate with the audience.

“Our members were captivated by your incredible story and heartfelt delivery. Practical tools and processes tailored for our industry.”

– Hannah Chala | VP Education & Programs | Meeting Planners International

Incorporating Alan’s Books

Enhance the experience with one or both of Alan’s books! Pre-purchasing at a bulk discounted rate is a great way to provide a lasting valuable resource for the audience. Whether as a conference gift, workshop supplement, or draw prize giveaway, bulk orders ensure your attendees leave with lasting insights. Reach out to discuss special pricing and customization options.

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“Alan takes you on a journey of self discovery – full of hope and inspiration on every page”

– Cathy Cavanagh | Northumberland United Way

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