Maynard Hebert is a veteran tradesman, keynote speaker, workplace culture strategist, and app creator with nearly half a century of real-world workplace experience. A Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician, former business owner, and military veteran, his career spans shop floors, mine sites, leadership roles, and high-pressure industrial environments where trust, accountability, and performance are non-negotiable.
He is the author of Onward Buttercups, a practical guide to building real teams, and the creator and host of the Gears of Trust podcast, known for candid, uncensored conversations about leadership and modern work.
An Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, Maynard writes on leadership maturity, workplace dysfunction, and the human cost of short-term thinking. He is a sought-after speaker recognized for his direct style, sharp humour, and ability to connect with hard-working, no-nonsense audiences.
