Book Behavioral Science & Economics Speakers

Joseph E. Stiglitz is a Nobel laureate economist and professor at Columbia University, recognized for his work on information economics. He previously served as Chief Economist of the World Bank and Chairman of the U.S. President’s Council of Economic Advisers. As a keynote speaker, Stiglitz draws on his extensive experience in public service and his influential body of work, which includes books like Globalization and Its Discontents Revisited. His talks offer incisive analysis on global economic challenges, providing audiences with a deep understanding of market failures and the role of government intervention.

Dr. Arthur C. Brooks is a Professor at Harvard University (Kennedy School and Business School) and a #1 NYT bestselling author of over a dozen books, including From Strength to Strength and Build the Life You Want (with Oprah Winfrey). As a former President of the AEI and a national columnist for The Atlantic, he is a sought-after speaker on Leadership & Happiness in Times of Rapid Change. He provides a framework for cultivating satisfaction, enjoyment, and meaning through science, faith, and daily practice.

Dr. Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist and Professor at NYU Stern School of Business. He is the bestselling author of books like The Righteous Mind and The Anxious Generation, focusing on the intuitive foundations of morality and societal division. His research has been instrumental in co-founding initiatives like HeterodoxAcademy.org and The Constructive Dialogue Institute. His highly-sought after talks provide critical insights into political polarization, the decline of teen mental health due to social media, and strategies for building constructive dialogue across profound moral differences.

Rory Sutherland is the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy and a pioneer in applying behavioral science to marketing and business. His expertise lies in identifying small contextual changes that yield enormous effects on consumer behavior and decision-making. A highly-regarded author and TED speaker, his bestselling book Alchemy explores the surprising power of ideas that defy conventional logic. As a keynote speaker, Sutherland provides actionable insights on creativity, innovation, and behavioral economics, helping audiences adapt to disruption and find competitive advantage through psychological strategy.

Morgan Housel is a New York Times bestselling author of the global sensation The Psychology of Money, which has sold over eight million copies. He is a Partner at The Collaborative Fund and a leading expert in behavioral finance. His talks provide timeless insights into how human behavior shapes financial outcomes, helping audiences avoid common behavioral pitfalls and build financial resilience. He is a highly sought-after speaker on investing, decision-making, and adapting to change and uncertainty in life and markets.

Rachel Botsman is a leading expert on trust, a bestselling author, and a former Trust Fellow at Oxford University. She is globally recognized for her insights on societal change, technology, and work culture. Her influential books, including Who Can You Trust? and How to Trust & Be Trusted, are translated into 14 languages. As a speaker, she combines warm storytelling with clear insights, providing audiences with actionable strategies to build credibility, foster trust in digital environments, and empower the next generation to make informed decisions about technology and trust.

Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a prominent author and scholar, best known for his book The Black Swan, which explores the impact of highly improbable events. His work spans mathematical statistics, risk analysis, and philosophy, providing a unique framework for understanding uncertainty. A former option trader and risk analyst, Taleb offers audiences a credible and deeply intellectual perspective on topics such as the global economy and the psychology of uncertainty. He is a highly sought-after keynote speaker for corporate events, advising audiences on how to build systems that are "antifragile"—able to benefit and grow from volatility and unpredictable events.

Dr. Jonah Berger is a Wharton School professor and a leading global expert on influence, word of mouth, and behavioral science. He has authored four international bestsellers, including Contagious and Magic Words, with millions of copies in print worldwide. A highly sought-after speaker, he consults for organizations like Apple, Google, Nike, and The Gates Foundation. His talks provide audiences with research-backed strategies on effective communication, overcoming resistance to change (The Catalyst), and designing content for maximum social impact.

Dr. Robert Cialdini is the most-cited social psychologist in the field of influence and persuasion, and the bestselling author of Influence, one of the "100 Best Business Books of All Time." As a keynote speaker, he translates his scientific research into practical, ethical actions for clients like Google, Microsoft, and Coca-Cola. His presentations detail the six universal principles of persuasion and show how to use Pre-Suasion—the moment before the message—to drive long-term, positive change.

James Clear is the author of the international #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits, which has sold over 15 million copies. He is a leading expert on habit formation, continuous improvement, and the science of decision-making. As a keynote speaker, Clear is sought after by Fortune 500 companies and regularly appears on media platforms. His talks offer a proven system for individuals and organizations to build better habits, overcome motivation challenges, and design an environment where success is easier to achieve.

Richard H. Thaler is a Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences (2017) and a preeminent behavioral economist. He co-authored the global bestseller Nudge, which applies insights from psychology to solve major societal and financial problems. As a founding principal at Fuller and Thaler Asset Management, he translates his understanding of human decision-making into superior financial returns. His keynotes offer audiences an accessible, intellectual framework for understanding decision-making, market inefficiencies, and how to use subtle design choices to improve outcomes in health, finance, and organizational behavior.

Nir Eyal is the bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable, with over 1 million copies sold worldwide. Dubbed “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology,” he is a leading expert on behavioral design and the psychology of user attention. As a former Lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, he consults and invests in habit-forming products that improve users' lives. His talks provide audiences with a crucial toolkit for achieving focus, control, and productivity in a digitally distracted world.

Dr. Margaret Heffernan is a globally influential author and management thinker, inducted into the Thinkers50 Hall of Fame. Her influential books, such as Willful Blindness and Uncharted, explore the human behaviors that limit organizational foresight and drive global uncertainty. She is a Professor of Practice at the University of Bath and a mentor to CEOs of major global organizations. Her highly sought-after keynotes draw on her TED Talks (seen over 15 million times) to provide actionable strategies for embracing uncertainty, increasing organizational agility, and cultivating the collaborative spirit needed to overcome pervasive industry challenges.

Dr. Marcus Collins is a Clinical Professor at the University of Michigan and a globally recognized expert in cultural contagion and brand strategy. He formerly led strategy at Wieden+Kennedy, New York. His bestselling book, For The Culture, examines the influence of culture on consumption, a “cheat code” for marketers and leaders. His keynotes provide actionable strategies, using case studies from Apple and Google, to help organizations understand, influence, and scale both their internal and external culture for sustainable success.

Dr. Daniel Gilbert is a Professor of Psychology at Harvard University and a highly influential researcher on happiness and decision-making. His work explores the systematic cognitive errors we make when predicting our future bliss. The author of the global bestseller Stumbling on Happiness, his TED Talks have been viewed over 20 million times. His keynotes provide research-backed strategies on decision-making and how to be happy, using a hilarious style to help audiences overcome the psychological obstacles to planning for their future success and well-being.

Dr. Anil Seth is a Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience at the University of Sussex and a leading authority on the science of consciousness. His main-stage TED Talk has over 15 million views. The author of the bestselling book Being You, he is a recipient of the Royal Society's Michael Faraday Prize for exemplary science communication. His expertise is crucial for organizations interested in the intersection of AI, technology, and neuroscience, providing deep insights into the construction of subjective reality.

Paul Milgrom is a Nobel Laureate in Economics (2020) and a professor known for his pioneering work in auction theory and mechanism design. His auction models have been adopted globally by regulators and major corporations to efficiently allocate public assets. As a keynote speaker, Milgrom shares critical insights into the inner workings of our economy, demonstrating how subtle changes in incentives and design can yield massive, equitable results. His talks are invaluable for leaders in finance, technology, and government seeking a deeper understanding of market design and competitive strategy.

Dr. Tali Sharot is a globally recognized Professor at UCL and MIT who directs the Affective Brain Lab. Her research in neuroscience and behavioral economics reveals the forces that shape our decisions and beliefs. Her influential books, including The Influential Mind and The Optimism Bias, have been widely praised by The New York Times and TIME magazine. Her talks, including four viral TED Talks with over 15 million views, provide leaders with practical, science-based strategies for inducing behavioral change and making better decisions across finance, marketing, and public policy.