Henry Burris, aka “Smiling Hank,” connects with audiences. His depth of life experience includes roles as an entrepreneur, CFL star, a CFL sportscaster, ranch kid and, importantly, as a committed father, husband and family man.
As a speaker, he weaves personal stories of overcoming obstacles into audience-applicable lessons. The lessons he shares are built on the foundation of a lifetime spent in learning and operating in the arts of strategy and discipline in sport and as a dutiful team member.
Henry Burris is personable and kind in his approach. His narratives inspire, and create a space with an audience where a shift in thinking can germinate. For each specific business environment, Burris has the applicable real-life, working examples to customize presentations and help promote culture shifts.
Henry Burris is an Ontario sport celebrity, and a former CFL quarterback.