Geoff Colvin

Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune; Bestselling Author – Humans are Underrated, Talent is Overrated, and The Upside of the Downturn

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Business Transformation/Change Management Peak Performance Digital Transformation Economics Speakers Innovation & Creativity Business Growth Moderator/Q&A Leadership and Inspiration Disruption Media Personalities Leadership Speakers Political Speakers Commentators/ Pundits Global Issues Innovation Speakers Artificial Intelligence (AI) Speakers Virtual Keynote Speakers

Geoff Colvin

Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune; Bestselling Author – Humans are Underrated, Talent is Overrated, and The Upside of the Downturn

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Why Book

Fortune Senior Editor-at-Large. Reports for Fortune on the AI revolution, political uncertainty, leadership, business strategy, global business, the economy, and worker/workforce issues.
Author of three bestselling books – Humans are Underrated, Talent is Overrated, and The Upside of the Downturn.
Unpacks how relentless technological, political, competitive, economic, and workplace change will impact your business

Biography

In four decades at Fortune, Geoff Colvin has established himself as one of business journalism’s most respected minds on trends driving business change. He reports on AI and the infotech revolution, leadership, business strategy, global business, government regulation, competition, the economy, worker/workforce issues, and related topics. With close ties to top business leaders, Geoff reveals what they’re thinking, seeing, and doing to transform their companies and win in spite of relentless change.

“Winning companies and leaders confront reality faster than the competition,” he says. “They stop protecting the past and invest in inventing the future.” Geoff’s insights reveal a clearer path for an uncertain future. His columns and cover stories for Fortune have earned him millions of loyal fans. He’s also heard on the CBS Radio Network, where he reaches seven million listeners each week. Geoff’s bestselling books include The Upside of the Downturn, Talent is Overrated, and Humans are Underrated. A keynote speaker with compelling content, Geoff is also a brilliant panel moderator and interviewer.

In addition to writing for Fortune and his regular CBS Radio Network segments (he’s done over 15,000 since 1995), Geoff has appeared on Today, Good Morning America, Squawk Box, CBS This Morning, ABC’s World News Tonight, CNN, PBS’s Nightly Business Report, and dozens of other programs. He also served as anchor of Wall $treet Week with Fortune on PBS.

In addition to speaking, Geoff is also a brilliant panel moderator, emcee, and interviewer whose subjects have included Madeleine Albright, Ben Bernanke, Tony Blair, Gordon Brown, George W. Bush, George H.W. Bush, Bill Gates, Timothy Geithner, Alan Greenspan, Henry Kissinger, Henry M. Paulson, Colin Powell, Robert Reich, Condoleezza Rice, Desmond Tutu, H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, Jack Welch, Janet Yellen and many others.

Geoff is a respected author whose groundbreaking international bestseller, Talent Is Overrated: What Really Separates World-Class Performers from Everybody Else, has been published in a dozen languages. The Upside of the Downturn: Management Strategies for Difficult Times was named “Best Management Book of the Year” by Strategy + Business magazine. Geoff’s latest book is Humans are Underrated: What High Achievers Know That Brilliant Machines Never Will. It’s based on the idea in his wildly popular Fortune article “In the Future Will There Be Any Work Left for People to Do?” It looks at the trend of advancing technology performing ever more tasks better than people perform them, and the ways humans will create value for their organizations and their careers in the changing economy. The ideas he shares have profound implications for every business and industry.

A native of Vermillion, South Dakota, Geoff Colvin is an honors graduate of Harvard with a degree in economics and has an M.B.A. from New York University’s Stern School of Business.

Programs

The Future Isn’t Waiting: Confront Reality Now

Geoff Colvin tailors each presentation to an organization’s specific concerns of the moment. His insights help business leaders confront the forces reshaping their world with clarity and confidence – the AI transformation, economic uncertainty, market forces, the evolving value of human skills, and more. Drawing on decades of reporting on the trends driving business change at Fortune where he has access to top business leaders and policymakers, Geoff reveals what’s changing, what matters most now, and what to do next to lead effectively and build a winning future.

Topics Geoff can address include:

Thriving in an AI-powered business environment
An economic update – from Wall Street to Main Street to Washington, DC
Future of work and the evolving role of people
Transforming the business model to create the future
The rising importance of empathy, collaboration, and deep human skills
Strategic decision-making amid fast-moving change
How top companies are redefining leadership in the AI age
Turning disruption into competitive advantage
Competitive update – the trends driving change and business growth
Geopolitics, regulatory change, trade wars, interest rates, and immigration
What leaders and companies are doing right now to face unpredictability

Panel Moderator, Discussion Leader, Emcee/Host

Geoff Colvin’s unique gift is his ability to brilliantly moderate panels, lead onstage interviews, and host/emcee. He’s played these roles for more than three decades at Fortune conferences worldwide. Top companies and associations regularly utilize Geoff because he gets the most out of participants; he asks the right questions, listens intently to what’s being said on stage, and responds to that. He also connects ideas and insights across sessions, transforming a multi-part program into a satisfying, unified whole. He always keeps the discussion relevant and the energy high.

Books

Humans Are Underrated

Talent Is Overrated

The Upside of the Downturn

Topics

Business Transformation/Change Management, Peak Performance, Digital Transformation, Economics Speakers, Innovation & Creativity, Business Growth, Moderator/Q&A, Leadership and Inspiration, Disruption, Media Personalities, Leadership Speakers, Political Speakers, Commentators/ Pundits, Global Issues, Innovation Speakers, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Speakers, Virtual Keynote Speakers,

Geoff Colvin Reviews

“In a word: fantastic! Geoff really was perfect for this. He kept the conversation lively. Geoff really knocked it out of the ballpark.”

— Microsoft

“For a second year in a row, people are talking about your presentation. Thank you for joining us and teaching me a lot. I look forward to working with you again!”

— The Elliot Group

“Thanks so very much for your moderating today. I felt relaxed and right at home.”

— George H.W. Bush

“Once again your stewardship of the business sessions opened the door for a truly interactive and valuable dialogue for everyone. Your depth of understanding of the challenges these companies are facing and the opportunities that lie ahead added tremendously to our conversations.”

— Cisco

“The amount of praise you received was incredible, to say the least. Many, many of our attendees expressed how moved they were with your presentation. Just a tremendous amount of praise is ALL I heard (more than any speaker we have ever had).”

— National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA)

“Geoff hit a home run today!!!!!!!!!!!! Outstanding…”

— Putnam Investments

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is Geoff Colvin?

Geoff Colvin is a bestselling author, senior editor-at-large for Fortune, and internationally recognized keynote speaker known for his expertise in business trends, leadership, artificial intelligence, the future of work, and economic transformation. He is widely respected for translating complex business and economic topics into practical insights for organizations and leaders.

2. What does Geoff Colvin speak about?

Geoff Colvin speaks about leadership, artificial intelligence, the future of work, business innovation, economic trends, talent development, workplace transformation, and competitive strategy. His keynote presentations help organizations understand emerging trends, adapt to change, and prepare for the evolving business landscape.

3. What audiences is Geoff Colvin best suited for?

Geoff Colvin is best suited for corporate leadership teams, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, technology companies, association conferences, educational institutions, and businesses seeking insights on economic trends, business strategy, leadership development, and future workforce challenges.

4. What makes Geoff Colvin different from other speakers?

Geoff Colvin stands out because he combines award-winning business journalism with deep research and real-world analysis of global business trends. His presentations deliver practical, data-driven insights on leadership, artificial intelligence, innovation, and economic change while making complex topics engaging, relevant, and easy to understand for audiences.

5. How do I book Geoff Colvin for an event?

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6. What are Geoff Colvin’s speaking fees?

Geoff Colvin’s speaking fee varies depending on the event location, format, audience size, and travel requirements. To receive current Geoff Colvin keynote speaker pricing and availability, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau by calling 973-313-9800, emailing info@eaglestalent.com, or submitting a request through Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau.

7. Can Geoff Colvin customize the keynote for my audience?

Yes. Geoff Colvin customizes his keynote presentations to fit the client’s industry, audience goals, and event themes. His tailored presentations provide relevant business insights, leadership strategies, and economic perspectives designed to help organizations navigate change and stay competitive.

8. What do audiences say about Geoff Colvin’s presentations?

Audiences consistently praise Geoff Colvin for his insightful analysis, engaging presentation style, and ability to explain complex business and economic trends in an understandable and actionable way. Attendees often highlight his expertise in leadership, artificial intelligence, and future workforce trends, along with the practical value of his keynote presentations.