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Richard Florida

Richard Florida | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Discover how creativity drives economic growth and transform your organization's approach to talent and location with Richard Florida, speaker, urban economist and author.
Richard Florida | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Richard Florida
Richard Florida | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Discover how creativity drives economic growth and transform your organization's approach to talent and location with Richard Florida, speaker, urban economist and author.
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Richard Florida Speaker Biography

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About Richard Florida

Urban economist linking creativity to economic growth
Author of bestseller "The Rise of the Creative Class"
Thought leader on urban development and talent strategies
Richard Florida is a leading urban economist whose research reveals how creativity drives economic growth. As the founder of the Creative Class Group and director of the Martin Prosperity Institute at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management, he has transformed how we understand modern economies.

Richard's groundbreaking bestseller, "The Rise of the Creative Class," established him as a foremost authority on urban development. As senior editor for The Atlantic and Editor-at-Large for CityLab, he regularly contributes influential analysis on economic and social trends. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree from Rutgers College.

Richard helps organizations navigate economic challenges by identifying opportunities within crises. His book "The Great Reset" provides practical strategies for sustainable growth in a changing landscape. His research-backed approaches enable business leaders and policymakers to develop effective talent attraction strategies, optimize location decisions, and create environments where innovation thrives.

Audiences gain actionable insights on harnessing creativity as an economic driver, implementing data-driven approaches to urban development, and building competitive advantage through strategic location decisions. Richard's presentations blend rigorous research with practical applications relevant to today's business challenges.

Book Richard Florida to give your organization a competitive edge in understanding how location, talent, and creativity will shape tomorrow's economic landscape.
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What topics does Richard Florida specialise in?  

Richard Florida specialises in discussing urban development, economic strategy, talent management and more.

What is Richard Florida's speaking style like?  

Richard Florida delivers insightful presentations that blend research and real-world applications, focusing on urban development and economic growth. His engaging style inspires leaders to embrace creativity and strategic thinking.

Does Richard Florida offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Richard Florida offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Richard Florida, the renowned urban economist and bestseller author, delivers transformative insights on how creativity drives economic growth and helps organizations navigate challenges through research-backed strategies. Book this influential thought leader to give your organization a competitive edge in understanding how location, talent, and creativity will shape tomorrow's economic landscape.
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