Todd Hirsch

Navigator of Economic Disruption | Speaker | Author
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$12,500 - $20,000

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Calgary, Alberta, Canada

About

Todd Hirsch is an internationally renowned economist, keynote speaker, and author whose research and work focuses on enhancing adaptability in an ever-changing world. Having had a front row seat to key issues transforming the global economy for the past 25 years, he delivers dynamic, clear-eyed talks on adaptability, creativity, and resilience to help industry and business leaders prepare for a future that is volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous.

An economist by training, Hirsch recently served as the Director of Energy Transition Centre, an incubator of tech startups focused on navigating our path toward net-zero carbon. Prior to this, he spent 15 years as the VP and chief economist for ATB Financial, taught economics at the University of Calgary and the University of Alberta, and worked in the research department of the Bank of Canada.

In recognition of his work, Hirsch has received the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum and Diamond Jubilee Medals, the University of Alberta’s Alumni Honour Award, and an honorary degree from Mount Royal University. He has also spoken to hundreds of business audiences across the United States and Canada, and international audiences from Venezuela to Dublin.The author of four books, Hirsch’s latest, Spiders in COVID Space: Adapting During and After the Pandemic, shares the inspiring and compelling stories of businesses and not-for-profits that reinvented themselves during the pandemic.

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Topics

Topics

Strategic Moves: Navigating Change in Uncertain Times

Adapting to Sudden, Unwanted Change

PRIDE in the Workplace: Shifting Values, Shifting Perspectives

Videos

https://youtu.be/SQTmUsqs5RA
Todd Hirsch Speaker Reel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2cO60NzmBE
The Economics of Living in Community | Todd Hirsch | TEDxYYC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhUS18CWue8
Spiders in Space: Adapting to Unwanted Change | Todd Hirsch | TEDxBowValleyCollege
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0n3BGId9nU
The Future of Money: Todd Hirsch at TEDxEdmonton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6q8JIWS97iA
2017 STARTS NOW: Conference of Todd Hirsch

Testimonials

"Todd was extraordinary. We loved hearing from him and he delivered exactly what we were looking for. He navigated some tough questions while remaining neutral and positive. We also loved having him spend some time getting to know our group."

The Alliance of Community Association Management

"We had Todd Hirsch speak in Dublin, Ireland at our bi-annual Ireland Canada Business Summit.Todd was engaging, passionate and possessed an ability to discuss and explain complex economic issues with clarity and humour. Todd's high energy and enthusiasm pervaded the room and interacted significantly with all our members."

Kate Hickey, Executive Director
Ireland Canada Business Association

"Todd is a compelling storyteller, translating economic trends into relatable tales. He leaves corporate leaders and executive teams with lasting impressions."

Manjit Minhas, Co-founder & CEO
Minhas Breweries, and Distilleries and Dragon on CBC Dragon's Den

"Todd's perspective on adapting to change and his holistic view of what makes an economy thrive was inspiring to our team. He's a unique and memorable guest speaker whose ability to connect with our audience and leadership team made our session a huge success. I highly recommend Todd for his thoughtful content, clear and energetic delivery, and joyful collaboration."

Renée Francis, Senior Manager, Executive Communications, Finance
Autodesk

"Todd is a fantastic speaker and communicator. Using powerful images and story, he was able to convey economic information in a truly unique and relatable way. It was extremely useful to our organization."

Shpendi Elmazovski, CPA, CA CFO
Canada - JTI-Macdonald Corp.