About KATHIE
About Kathie
The “Happiness Expert”
For a large part of my life, you could say I was an ‘Unhappiness Expert’. I was very familiar with shame, doubt, fear and all the things that hold us back from feeling good. I’ve been an avid student of human behaviour most of my life, in an attempt to figure out how to bust out of misery. The key for me was learning about the power of my thoughts and the fact that they’re the only thing I have control over. I’ve been on a mission to help others unlock the same power in their own lives ever since.
After years of study and practice, I’m still a work in progress but today I can say with confidence that I’m a pretty good manager of my thoughts and I’m a very different person. I’m flattered to have become known as the “Happiness Expert” because I truly practice what I teach: everything from appreciation, compassion and forgiveness to busting myths and breaking rules. I’m also proud to be an advocate for people over 50 because I believe in “ageless living” (read more about Kathie’s story…)
Brand Ambassador & Influencer
Kathie has been involved as Producer, Co-Host, Author and Ambassador on behalf of several brands including The Wellings (a disruptive leader in 55 plus community living in Canada, celebrating freedom living), Joseph Ribkoff Fashions and Shepherd’s Fashions “Coffee Talk” series, which focused on topics impacting women 50 plus.
Contact Kathie’s agent to find out about collaboration opportunities with your own brand today!
Guest Expert & Media Contributions
Kathie has a rich background in Broadcasting and Media which she brings to life in her Books, Podcasts and Guest appearances on popular segments like CityTV’s Cityline…
Kathie’s Story
“Telling the fascinating stories of people who have overcome adversity has been a passion of mine, but it took me a long time to realize that I was living one myself.”
As a little girl, I was shy with no self-esteem, and I felt very alone until I was invited to be part of a weekly children’s radio show. That’s where I discovered the magic of broadcasting. The seeds were planted for what would become a spectacular career in radio and television as an on-air host and producer for more than 40 years. Over time, another desire began to emerge. I wanted to share the excitement I felt about working with my thoughts to create what I call sustainable happiness. That’s when I transformed my life and started sharing my message far and wide as an author and speaker. Soon enough I was being invited to appear on stages and guest-panels sharing my experience as a leading Happiness Expert, helping lead the way for others to uncover their own fountains of joy.
Today I am a proud advocate for ageless living and do my part to encourage fresh conversations around aging, supporting the understanding that each of us has something valuable to offer the world at every chapter and every age. These days you can find me somewhere between my hometown of Chelsea, Quebec and wherever travel takes me, as I continue to collaborate with other leaders, influencers and creators to encourage powerful shifts in thinking, living and being.
Kathie Donovan is an author, celebrated public speaker, coach and broadcaster. Her mission focuses on the transformative value of inner-happiness
As a former Co-Host and Co-Producer of CTV Ottawa’s Regional Contact Kathie employs curiosity and charm to invite meaningful conversations around topics (like aging and happiness) that affect all of us on an everyday basis.