Sought after speaking topics include:

Business engagement and results - The essentials of understanding body language- Strategic planning and execution - The new reality of sales skills

- Developing vision and goal setting - Presentation and influence skills- Web presence, social media and new technologies - Executive coaching and tools

- Presence, Impact and Influence - Leading a Room - Succession planning and team development- Hiring for success and planning - Leadership development

- Dealing with new millennial generations - Handling stress and worry - Branding, networking and influence - Communications and human relations

Over the years, Neil has been asked to speak with business teams, associations, executives, public entities, academic institutions, and technology-innovation groups.

1 He works with teams, to ensure they have the right people in the right roles.

2 He works with companies to ensure they have a clear and committed corporate vision and strategy.

3 He works with owners, managers and teams to better communicate with and service their markets and customers.

4 He drives web presence and the new speed of marketing.

5 He puts everything into action with dates, commitments, resources and accountability.

He turns employees into business thinkers and is directed to ask tough questions.

Neil has an uncanny ability to read people and see through what seem like insurmountable situations. Neil Thornton has become one of the most highly sought after consultants in the Golden Horseshoe.

Neil has a unique talent for understanding the psychology behind employee behavior, engagement and corporate culture and vision. He has a unique and direct approach that hits straight to the heart in and honest and direct point.

Since starting The Thornton Group, Neil has made a commitment to share the ideas, insights and trends that he has learned in over two decades of hands-on consulting, business development, entrepreneurship and consulting business leaders. In his work Neil can be found in the field, on job sites, shop floors, meeting areas and board rooms. From boots to shoes and coveralls to suits, he communicates and connects from years of experience where it counts most....in the trenches of the real world of business.

“We engaged Neil Thornton to help our leadership team align their actions with outstanding results, and to engage their team to produce outstanding results.

Neil partners with us to help us learn, grow and keep pushing the bar. He doesn’t do the work for us, he transfers the knowledge so that we do the work and we get results. Neil connects just as easily with the president of the organization as he does with front line leaders and part time staff.”

Tammy SweeneyVP Human Resources,

Scotiabank Convention Centre

“Neil Thornton knows how to bring the best in people. He taught me how to challenge myself in life and business. But mostly he taught me how to hold myself accountable to my goals. I recommend listening to Neil if you have the desire to better yourself!”

Dave EdwardsAccount Executive

“Neil is a results-focused consultant that energizes, enthuses and motivates teams towards higher levels of achievement. His style and approach engages people and inspires better performance.”

Jeff RansomeGM - Marriott International

“If your company is ready for change and I mean really ready, Neil will drive that change. Our organization grew over 100% in the year after Neil assisted us in re-aligning our team and assisted Link Wireless become one of Canada’s most successful Rogers Wireless Dealers.”

Josh FinlayPresident, Rogers-Link Wireless

“Neil is the most out of the box thinker that I have ever met. If you’re in for a high tempo ride to success, strap on your seat belt and give Neil a call!!!”

Nathan GattBenefits Consultant

Benefit Partners Inc.

“It is probably the hardest job to tell companies the realities, but Neil is honest and realistic and in today’s economic climate, that is what business owners need.”

Judi SmithSenior Account Executive,

Hub International Ontario Ltd.

Neil is a terrific leadership coach and I enjoyed his personable and professional approach!

Lisa SeradaSenior Manager

Sales Division at Niagara Parks Commission

“‘Wow, I don’t know how so much energy can be stored in one body! Only hire Neil if you want results, because he won’t rest until he gets results that can be measured.”

Mike MemmeVP, Mountainview Homes

“Neil has the innate ability to bring out the motivations in people and to help them improve their outlook. I’ve seen Neil help people become proficient and confident people when only weeks before, they could barely say hello to a crowd. My life is better for knowing Neil.”

Brodie MosherCDM Program Administrator,

Niagara on the Lake Hydro

Neil has an incredible ability to help people cut through the BS in their lives and really focus on what they want. His ability to hold up a mirror to people and make them really look at themselves is something you have to see. If you want positive, focused, business results, he’s your guy.”

Ed VermolenDirector/Sales, Origro

Aldershot Greenhouses

“I have used Neil to co-host our staff customer service orientation day for two years. He was able to capture their attention and made learning about customer service effortless and fun. Staff left the session motivated and ready to serve both their colleagues and our visitors.”

Grace PolesVP Human resources,

Royal Botanical Gardens